Claremont have brushed off a third-quarter rally from East Perth to obtain a crucial four points in a fiery clash at Sullivan Logistics Stadium.
Jake Santa Maria
Claremont’s top three hopes have been dealt a major blow with co-captain and Sandover medallist Callan England to miss their crucial clash against East Perth on Saturday. SEE THE TEAMS.
Mitchell Woodcock
Momentum will be key to South Fremantle’s hopes of claiming consecutive premierships for the first time in 72 years, according to coach Craig White.
South Fremantle proved there is life in their premiership defence yet, claiming a vital 11-point victory against Claremont in one of the best games of the season.
Ollie Eastland grew up barracking for Claremont, so to play one game was a dream come true. Fast forward a decade and the ruckman is set to play his 150th in a blockbuster clash with South Fremantle.
East Fremantle’s hopes of an upset against powerhouse ladder leaders Peel Thunder have been hindered by the loss of star midfielder Tom Joyce for the crucial clash.
The top-of-the-table clash between Peel and Claremont didn’t disappoint, with late drama leading to an Aiden Riddle shot after siren, handing the Thunder a club-record eight wins in a row.
Jack Penniment
History beckons for Peel Thunder as they look for a record eighth consecutive victory when they host Claremont in a top-of-the-table clash down in Mandurah on Saturday.
Kieran Gowdie and Jaiden Hunter have helped Claremont keep Peel Thunder in check at the top of the table, the seven goals between them just enough to stop East Fremantle overturning a 33-point.
Aaron Kirby
A calf injury has sidelined Sandover medallist Bailey Rogers for Claremont’s crucial clash against East Fremantle at The Good Grocer Park on Saturday.
Swan Districts ruckman Nathan Blakely will farewell the WAFL on Saturday, with the Bassendean cult figure to play his final game before he moves overseas.
West Coast have produced the upset of the season, booting an incredible nine unanswered goals in a third-quarter blitz to stun ladder leaders Claremont.
Peel Thunder will be without skipper Jack Sears for several weeks after he fractured his finger in their win against West Coast last weekend.
Claremont coach Ash Prescott has declared the ladder leaders will embrace the challenge of being “the hunted” for the remainder of their WAFL campaign..
Josh Kempton
Claremont have held on for a pulsating victory over Subiaco, getting themselves back on the winners list by beating the Lions in a three-point thriller.
Subiaco have welcomed back captain Greg Clark as they look to snap a four-game losing streak against Claremont at Sullivan Logistics Stadium on Saturday.
South Fremantle star Matt Parker has been ruled out of Sandover Medal contention and will miss his side’s next three games after accepting a suspension for rough conduct.
East Perth have played spoilsport for Claremont’s centenary celebrations, handing the ladder leaders their first loss of the season in stunning style by claiming a 39-point victory.
Denmark-Walpole have flagged their premiership ambitions by landing two prized recruits on the eve of their round five clash in the Great Southern Football League on Saturday.
Cameron Newbold
Claremont coach Ash Prescott has been on the verge of glory at the Tigers before, but even he admits winning a premiership in their centenary year would be extra special.
Premiership star Harry Marsh will make a welcome return for East Fremantle as they look to stop the rot that threatens to derail their season. SEE THEE FULL TEAMS HERE
Newly crowned Simpson medallist Callan England has declared state teammate Kane Bevan is ‘absolutely’ ready for the AFL after they teamed up to drive the WAFL to victory on Saturday.
Injury and COVID robbed Claremont forward Jaiden Hunter of having the chance to represent WA as a junior. And it’s driving the powerful spearhead to make the most of his debut for the state side this weekend.
There is growing belief that a son of a West Coast great could be a shock selection in the AFL mid-season rookie draft later this month.
