A dominant second-half surge propelled the WAFL Eagles to a commanding 18.11 (119) to 12.8 (80) win over East Fremantle on Friday night.

“We played East Fremantle on what was a cold but otherwise ideal Friday night for football. The game lived up to the conditions, developing into a fast-paced, high-scoring contest,” coach Kyal Horsley said.

“East Fremantle had the better of the early exchanges, applying strong pressure that we initially struggled to handle. Once we adapted to their intensity, the momentum swung firmly in our favour.

“From the midway point of the second quarter, we were able to produce our best brand of football for the season, outscoring East Fremantle by 74-points for the remainder of the match and walking away with a much needed 39-point victory.

Top 3

Harry Schoenberg

Another damaging performance from Harry. His ability to transition from the inside to the outside of contests was highly noticeable, while his finishing in front of goal and delivery inside 50 stood out throughout the game. He finished with 27 disposals, seven clearances, two goals, and 13 score involvements in a well-rounded and influential performance.

Callum Jamieson

Playing forward, ‘Jamo’ was a constant threat all night. He played with presence, demanded the ball, and made life easier for those around him, particularly our small forwards. He finished with four goals and four contested marks inside forward 50 in what was a dominant display.

Harvey Johnston

Harvey looked a class above with his high work rate and energy. His repeated defensive efforts, including multiple goal-saving sprints, were outstanding. He also worked hard offensively, finishing with three goals of his own.

AFL Listed Players

Fin Macrae

Another high-quality and well-rounded performance from Fin. His leadership continues to make those around him better, while his ability to create space for others in tight situations allows his teammates to show their weapons.

Clay Hall

Clay played as an inside midfielder, where his work in close was a standout feature. He finished with seven clearances and five tackles, but his ability to spread from the contest and outwork opponents on the outside had the greatest impact.

Elijah Hewett

An impressive game from Elijah. He set the tone around the contest with seven clearances, eight tackles, and 12 contested possessions. He also impacted strongly on the outside, recording 12 handball receives and eight score involvements.

Ryan Maric

Ryan played on the wing, where his ball use and work rate were above the level. Most impressive was his willingness to do the hard things, finishing with eight tackles - a remarkable effort for a wingman.

Fred Rodriguez

Fred already looks comfortable across half back. His offensive decision making and ability to read the game defensively stood out, while his rebound and drive from defence were valuable. He finished with nineteen disposals and six uncontested marks.

Matt Flynn

Matt dominated in the ruck, consistently giving our midfield first use. His willingness to work hard both offensively and defensively was particularly impressive and had a major impact on the game.

Lucca Grego

Lucca continues to grow both as a leader and a player. He could be heard directing teammates throughout the game while also having a strong offensive impact, recording eight disposals at 90% efficiency and kicking another quality goal.

Josh Lindsay

Josh’s composure with ball in hand and calmness under pressure continues to stand out. He brings confidence to those around him through his presence and decision-making.

Tyrell Dewar

With several injuries during the game, Tyrell showcased his versatility by contributing across all three lines. His speed and ball use were key features of his performance.

Tylah Williams

Tylah improved as the game progressed. His electric speed at ground level caused significant problems for the opposition.

Matt Owies

Matt was a constant threat in attack, finishing with 2.2. However, his leadership and ability to keep teammates calm, focused, and role-driven during the high-pressure moments early went a long way to halting and swinging momentum.

Malakai Champion

Unfortunately, Malakai was injured late in the third quarter but was on track for an outstanding game. He finished with three goals and six score involvements in just over two quarters of football.

Jake Miles-Wrency

Jake continues to improve every week. His ability to produce big moments and become increasingly involved in our offence highlights the rapid progress he is making.

Tom Gross

While the statistical output wasn't what he would have liked, Tom’s commitment to his role and his ability to challenge East Fremantle's defence created opportunities for teammates. If he continues to run the same patterns with the same intensity, the rewards will come.

Harry Barnett

Harry played with a strong presence inside forward 50 and looked capable of taking the game apart. While the marks didn't stick this week, his attack on the contest suggests big performances are not far away.

Sandy Brock

Sandy played as a key defender and completely nullified his opponent. He also produced several important defensive interventions and provided strong support for those around him.

Tyler Brockman

Unfortunately suffered an injury early in the final quarter. Prior to that, he was highly influential, kicking two goals and turning almost every possession into a scoring opportunity. He looked a class above whenever involved.