West Coast fans were treated to two unforgettable moments on Sunday, with Jake Waterman and rising star Jobe Shanahan both earning League‑wide recognition for their standout efforts against Port Adelaide.
Waterman delivered his moment right on the brink of half‑time, with just 43 seconds left on the clock when Elliot Yeo sent a long kick forward to a hard‑charging Waterman outside 50.
The Eagles spearhead attacked the ball at full pace and hauled in a strong diving mark beyond the arc, with the siren sounding as he steadied for the kick.
From well outside 50, he launched a booming set shot that sailed straight through the middle, cutting the margin to eight points and giving the Eagles faithful a surge of energy heading into the rooms.
Late in the match, it was Shanahan’s turn to stand tall in a pressure‑packed moment that ultimately helped secure West Coast’s thrilling two‑point victory.
With just over a minute remaining and the Eagles clinging to a one‑point lead, Port Adelaide surged forward from the centre bounce as Kane Farrell launched a long, dangerous ball deep inside 50.
Shanahan read it brilliantly, launching himself above a crowded pack of Eagles and Power players to pull down a clean, fearless contested mark when the game was on the line.
The rising star’s composure under immense pressure halted Port’s momentum and allowed West Coast to regain control, sending the ball back into attack and giving fans a collective sigh of relief and celebration in the closing moments.
Fans can support Waterman and go into the draw to win the major prize of $5,000 thanks to Coles.
Make sure to cast your vote for Shanahan too and go into the draw to win the major prize of $5,000 thanks to Virgin Australia.
The major prize winner will be announced at the end of the 2026 Toyota AFL home and away season.
Round three voting closes 10am Thursday (AEDT).
