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Code Black as skipper steers Falcons into top five

Tuesday, June 13, 2023 - 4:06 PM

Code Black as skipper steers Falcons into top five

 

John Townsend

Darren Harris admitted he was nervous at half-time on Sunday after West Perth’s goal-less first term and shaky opening hour threatened to lead to the team’s first three-game losing streak in five seasons.

Captain Aaron Black was not so concerned.

After 247 1/2 league games, two flags and a lifetime of football Read More [+]

WAFLW - Round 13

Wednesday, June 7, 2023 - 10:08 AM
Nothing like a friendly West Perth versus East Perth game to watch on a glorious Sunday afternoon, a West Perth win over the ol’ foe would keep them in touch with the top teams, while East Perth searching for their first of their inaugural WAFLW season.
While East Perth certainly applied plenty of pressure and run in the first half, West Perth came out after Read More [+]

Rogers Cup - Round 13 Wrap

Wednesday, June 7, 2023 - 9:41 AM
It was Derby time this week, while the game may not carry the historical significance the WAFL games do, it is still a West Perth v East Perth rivalry, that both clubs were determined not to yield. The match was crucial for the Royals to maintain their Top 4 standing, as the finals are swiftly approaching. Conversely, a Falcons victory would bring them closer to securing top spot and a Read More [+]

West Perth learn plenty as lightning strikes Leederville

Tuesday, June 6, 2023 - 12:47 PM

West Perth learn plenty as lightning strikes Leederville

John Townsend

 

Nelson Mandela had a saying that was later taken up by Brisbane coach Chris Fagan.

“I never lose,” Mandela said, “I either win or learn.”

West Perth learnt plenty Read More [+]

Rogers Cup Indigenous Round: For the first time the One Club Culture is displayed by the One Jumper

Thursday, June 1, 2023 - 1:54 PM

Indigenous Round: For the first time the One Club Culture is displayed by the One Jumper

In a tight early contest, both teams were looking for the early advantage, so it was a bit of a scrambly game. Hayley Bidefeld and Kaitlyn Roper were active and sending the ball forward, but the Falcons couldn’t take advantage. The Sharks managed to score the first and only goal for Read More [+]

West Perth Thunder-struck after bright start

Tuesday, May 30, 2023 - 7:39 AM
West Perth Thunder-struck after bright start
John Townsend
 
 
West Perth were up by 39 points midway through the second quarter on Saturday and seemingly set for the comprehensive win over Peel that would steer them back to top spot on the league ladder.
Shane Nelson and Nathan Murray controlled the midfield, Tyler Keitel appeared on track for a bag of goals to celebrate his 150th Read More [+]

Rogers Cup Wrap - Round 11

Wednesday, May 24, 2023 - 11:20 AM
Road Trip time, no rain, little wind it was a little different from a usual trip to Mandurah. Our young Falcons who are getting used to being the hunted, given they have yet to drop a game in the 2023 Season, regardless of who the opposition side is they can get reminded what that means and that is precisely what the game against Peel taught them.
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WAFLW Round 11 Wrap

Tuesday, May 23, 2023 - 10:16 AM
Given our Falcons League squad had a good 37-point victory against Peel at home in Round 4, they were in good spirits heading down the freeway to Mandurah, the team was also bolstered by the return of creative forward Tia Bergin and Ruck Cameron Dawson.
The West Perth midfield outworked Peel and help deliver more inside 50’s and were able to control the game Read More [+]

Vale Dennis Williams

Wednesday, May 17, 2023 - 7:28 AM

The Board of the WPFC would like to acknowledge the passing of Dennis (Wilba) Williams.  Dennis was involved with the club as a player and then importantly as a development coach of the thirds (now colts) and fourths (now defunct) competitions. Although not going on to play league football his impact on young players was high. In 1976 he coached current president Neale Fong, club greats in Peter Menaglio and Corry Read More [+]

Fast start and cool veterans maintain West Perth’s Lathlain streak

Tuesday, May 16, 2023 - 11:37 AM
Fast start and cool veterans maintain West Perth’s Lathlain streak
John Townsend
 
West Perth have extended to nearly 20 years their unbeaten record against Perth at Mineral Resources Park after a fast start and professional approach steered the Falcons back to third place on the WAFL ladder.
Replicating the powerful first quarter that stunned East Fremantle a week earlier, West Perth burst from the blocks on Read More [+]