Draft Central Power Rankings: October 2021
WITH National Championship fixtures coming forth in a flurry and state-based of combines to come, there is still plenty to play out with regards to the 2021 AFL Draft class. State league competitions have now officially wrapped up nationwide, leaving only one carnival clash left before 120 prospects turn their attention to the fitness testing, […]
Subiaco back on top with fifth flag in eight seasons
SUBIACO has won its fifth flag in eight seasons, and its 16th West Australian Football League (WAFL) flag overall, by defeating South Fremantle at Optus Stadium on Saturday. The Bulldogs were looking to level the Lions on state league flags, and were eyeing off back-to-back titles following their win last year. Though much like two […]
A dozen AFL Draft Combine invitees hopefuls in action
A DOZEN AFL Draft Combine invitees will run around in respective West Australian Football League (WAFL) and South Australian National Football League (SANFL) Grand Finals, with four of the five games featuring at least one combine invitee. Both the WAFL Colts (six) and SANFL Reserves (four) have multiple players with a top-end talent representative in […]
AFL U19s Player Focus: Matthew Johnson (Western Australia)
SUBIACO midfielder Matthew Johnson is rising in stocks once again after being named best afield in Western Australia’s thrilling Under 19 championships win over South Australia. With a wealth of starting midfielders unavailable, the 192cm talent stepped up in state colours to contribute 21 disposals, five clearances, and the match-winning goal assist. Having featured across […]
Podcast Explainer | Western Australia vs. South Australia AFL U19s recap (Game 2)
THE AFL Under 19 National Championships continued on Saturday, as Western Australia again defeated their Southern counterparts in a thrilling grand final curtain raiser event. Post-match, the Final Siren podcast team assembled to recap all the key talking points in the next pocket podcast edition. Listen as host Peter Williams is joined by guest analyst […]
Pocket Podcast | Western Australia vs. South Australia AFL U19s recap (Game 2)
THE AFL Under 19 National Championships continued on Saturday, as Western Australia again defeated their Southern counterparts in a thrilling grand final curtain raiser event. Post-match, the Final Siren podcast team assembled to recap all the key talking points in the next pocket podcast edition. Listen, as host Peter Williams is joined by guest analyst […]
Scouting Notes: 2021 AFL U19 National Championships – Western Australia vs. South Australia
WESTERN Australia scraped home by five points against South Australia in Saturday’s AFL Grand Final curtain-raiser, providing a chance for either state’s Under 19 squads to shine on the big stage. Claremont swingman Jacob Van Rooyen was the hosts’ saviour with his last-gasp goal, but there were plenty of strong performers throughout the day. We […]
PREVIEW | West meets South once more for curtain-raiser showcase
DRAFT watchers and recruiters alike will be treated to another Under 19 National Championships spectacle this weekend, with South Australia and Western Australia going head-to-head in Saturday’s AFL grand final curtain raiser. Having already met once this year, the two sides will look much different this time around with a bunch of changes set to […]
South and West Australia set for changes galore in grand final curtain raiser
DRAFT watchers and recruiters alike will be treated to another Under 19 National Championships spectacle this weekend, with South Australia and Western Australia going head-to-head in Saturday’s AFL grand final curtain raiser. Having already met once this year, the two sides will look much different this time around with a bunch of changes set to […]
2021 WAFL Colts MOTR: Finals Week 2 – East Perth vs. East Fremantle
EAST Fremantle booked its preliminary final ticket with a hard fought 17-point win over East Perth on Saturday, sending the Royals packing in straight sets. Neither side was able to truly capitalise on their periods of dominance, with poor kicking and conversion making for a real slog throughout large parts of the game. After taking […]