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WEST PERTH'S 2014 SENIOR PLAYING SQUAD
Thursday, March 20, 2014 - 4:03 PM
HERE is a complete look at the entire West Perth Football Club senior squad for the 2014 WAFL season.
1. AARON BLACK – The 21-year-old had an incredible 2013 that saw him play State football, star in the Falcons premiership victory and finish up coming third in the Breckler Medal. He has already notched 63 matches and despite the wingman averaging over 25 possessions a game last year, he has the tools to improve even further in 2014.
2. BRAYDEN ANTONIO – After impressing in his debut two league appearances in 2012, it took the 19-year-old until Round 13 to break back into the league side in 2013 but when he did he quickly settled back in. Ended up playing six more games in 2013 and then also led the reserves finishing with 14 matches averaging over 17 possessions a game.
3. ANDREW STRIJK – Returned to his favourite role across half-back in 2013 and was a vital member of the premiership team in a season that saw him finish up sharing the Breckler Medal. The 26-year-old former Eagle has now played 133 games with the Falcons and is set to earn life membership during 2014.
4. ROHAN KERR – Arrived from Carlton at the start of 2013 and made an immediate impact both on the field and by not being afraid express himself around the club. Kicked 24 goals for the year including six in Round 5 and then five in a stunning grand final display, but he proved himself as a hard-running ball-winner further up the field as well. Could be even better in his second season with the Falcons in 2014.
5. JORDAN JONES – After a year of finding his feet at the Falcons in 2012, the former Eagle became a star at West Perth in 2013 becoming a key member of the defensive unit. Able to play on talls and smalls, and play both defensive and attacking roles, he was a huge part of the premiership team and will look to step up in whatever role asked of him now in 2014.
6. MARC CRISP – After only managing 31 matches in the previous four seasons, 'Chippa' found a new role in the forward-line in 2013 and made the most of it kicking 34 goals for the year including four in the second semi-final win over Claremont, and two in the grand final over East Perth. The 26-year-old 52-game veteran is a leader at the club came fourth in the Breckler Medal and is set for another standout 2014.
7. STEVEN BROWNE – The former Carlton defender has now entering his fourth season back with West Perth and coming off an outstanding 2013 campaign. Playing as a key member of the back-line, the tough as nails 25-year-old not only was courageous and strong defensively, but averaged 20 possessions a game to be a star in the premiership side.
8. Andrew Krakouer – It is confirmed that he will be playing with West Perth in 2014 and what a pick up he is sure to be for the club both on and off the field. With 137 games of AFL experience at Richmond and Collingwood behind him, plus his most recent WAFL form being the 2010 season that saw him lead his team to a premiership and win the Sandover and Simpson Medals, his resume speaks for itself.
9. TRENT MANZONE – The Queensland recruit had no trouble adjusting to WAFL football in 2013 with West Perth playing 17 league matches and averaging 15 possessions in roles mostly in defence. He just missed selection in the grand final team, but to his credit performed well in the reserves grand final and now will be looking to cement a league spot even further in 2014.
10. MATT GUADAGNIN – The star veteran midfielder was rewarded for his hard work, loyalty and dedication to West Perth by becoming a premiership player in 2013 but there are no signs of the 30-year-old slowing down. He had an outstanding 2013 season averaging over 20 possessions a game including 24 in the grand final to cap off a year that saw the 162-game tough nut end the season runner-up in the Breckler Medal.
11. ANTHONY TSALIKIS – The 30-year-old will be as motivated as ever for a big 2014 after devastatingly missing last year's premiership with a shoulder injury suffered in Round 22. However, before that he was just about in career-best form averaging over 15 possessions a game and kicking 32 goals. He has now played 169 matches and kicked 306 goals over his career.
12. DAN HUNT – His 150th game last year culminated in the first finals victory of his career against Claremont in the second semi-final and then the veteran defender celebrated the premiership win in his 151st game. Was as solid as ever as a tall defender in 2013 and there's no reason to suggest he won't be just as good in 2014 in what could be the last year of his decorated career.
13. LUKE MEADOWS – Is one of the rare examples in recent times of a player to represent the colts, reserves and league teams all in the one seasons when he did that in 2013. Played eight colts matches, 14 in the reserves and then made his league debut in Round 22 against East Fremantle where he impressed with 12 possessions. Ready to step up further in 2014.
14. SHANE NELSON – Took the next step to being one of the very best midfielders in the competition in 2013 averaging 27 possessions a game including 36 and a goal in a scintillating grand final display. The 20-year-old was also joint winner of the Breckler Medal in 2013 and will again be a key member of the Falcons on-ball brigade in 2014.
15. SHAYNE ZANETTI – The developing big man had his 2013 ended before it even started due to injury, but he has now fully recovered and raring to go in 2014 and add another versatile big man presence to the Falcons line-up. Has impressed in 301 league games already with West Perth kicking 33 goals so whether as a forward or back-up ruckman, the 23-year-old has plenty to offer.
16. MATT JOHNSON – The dynamic and powerful left-footer made a stunning league debut in Round 1 last year booting six goals against East Perth. A hamstring injury interrupted his season but he did make it back for the reserves grand final and now the 19-year-old looks ready to take the WAFL by storm in 2014.
17. MATT FOWLER – The Queensland recruit came into his own in the league side in the second half of the 2013 season on the back of kicking 19 goals in a string of four reserves games. The natural full-forward then never looked back when breaking into the league side in Round 13, kicked 30 goals for the season and became a premiership player with two goals in the grand final.
18. JAY VAN BERLO – The former Breckler Medal winner was back full-time to West Perth after his time with Fremantle and had an outstanding 2013 which included him represented WA in the win over Victoria, starring in the premiership win and playing a variety of roles largely through the middle. Has now been appointed co-captain for the 2014 season after the retirement of Jason Salecic.
19. CHRIS KEUNEN – Has now been cemented as the Falcons' No. 1 ruckman for several seasons and had an outstanding 2013 where he often had to carry the ruck duties virtually alone usually against two opponents. Averaged 30 hit outs a game, won plenty of the ball around the ground and has now played 130 games with West Perth to be a chance of earning life membership in 2014.
20. SHAUN MARUSIC – It took the first-year recruit from Frankston in the VFL until Round 12 to make his league debut last year, but when he did he remained in the side right up to including the grand final victory. The 21-year-old started in the team as a forward, but moved back and as a key defender became a key part to the premiership win.
21. LAINE RASMUSSEN – He was earmarked as the replacement for Dustin Burns in the small defensive role and despite injury limiting him to 12 games in 2013, he showed that he is up for that challenge. The 20-year-old was outstanding up until getting injured in Round 8 and then got hurt again in Round 15, but he was able to fight his way back into the league team for the finals and was a strong contributor in the premiership victory.
22. KRIS SHANNON – The 21-year-old played two Foxtel Cup matches in 2012, broke through for three league matches in 2013 and in between played 19 games with the reserves side and was impressive averaging 17 possessions a game. Another player looking forward to more opportunities in 2014.
23. LUKE TEDESCO – The 'Raging Bull' had a 2013 season that saw him celebrate his 100-game milestone but then suffer a potentially season-ending injury. However, he made it back in time for the grand final and is now a premiership player. Is as tough and courageous as anyone in the team with outstanding foot skills, and is now a co-captain of the club in 2014 as well.
24. MARCUS ADAMS – The hard-leading, strong bodied forward showed good signs at Swan Districts in 2011 playing colts, reserves and league football but has only played two reserves matches since. He now lobs at West Perth ready and capable of cementing a regular spot in the forward-line.
25. RAY BARTHOLOMEW – Played his 150th match with the Falcons in 2013 to become a life member of the club but then suffered a serious calf injury that he had to fight back from. He did that and was able to play in the premiership team, and now the 153-game 28-year-old veteran is ready to tear down the wings again in 2014, and celebrate goals like only he can.
26. JOE MORROW – The 24-year-old is one of the most popular and dedicated players at West Perth but has had terrible luck with injuries. Will be hoping for a good run with his body in 2014 and if he gets it, could be a regular league player. Mostly as a defender, has played 22 league games since his debut in 2009 including two last year. However, in the reserves he was a strong leader and outstanding defender in the team that got to the grand final.
27. STEVE POTENTE – Arrived from Swan Districts having played just 24 games since 2009 because of injury troubles, but once he got into the West Perth league side in Round 11 he immediately fitted in well playing as a run-with midfielder. He then played more attacking roles as the year went on and finished up as a premiership player, and a key member of that side.
28. MATTHEW SPENCER – Comes to West Perth having not played WAFL football since 2010 but his last game was the grand final victory for Swan Districts over Claremont of that year. Also previously played two AFL matches with Geelong so the 29-year-old has plenty backing him up, is an imposing big-bodied defender and could be the ideal replacement for Michael Pettigrew.
29. JAMES BATTERHAM – The 20-year-old added two more league appearances in 2013 after making his debut in 2012, and continues to develop into a player of the future with good pace and foot skills. Also had a strong season in the reserves playing 19 games and averaging 14 possessions.
30. SEVA MARTIN – The 23-year-old huge 208cm ruckman arrives at West Perth at Subiaco and will be sure to make sure Chris Keunen keeps his form up, or is more than capable of backing him up. Has played four league matches at Subiaco where he averaged 29 hit outs, and in 11 reserves matches last year he had over 30 ruck taps a game.
31. JACK THRUM – Was close to playing league football in 2013 and is a good chance of breaking through at some stage in 2014. The 20-year-old from Ocean Ridge had a strong reserves season in 2013 playing 21 games, laying 74 tackles and averaging 17 possessions.
32. CAMERON BRANCH – The 26-year-old captained the Falcons into the reserves grand final last year and continues to be one of the most passionate and loyal players at the club. Hasn't played a league game since his five appearances in 2011, but if he stays healthy should push for a spot again and is coming off a strong 2013 campaign where he averaged 14 disposals and kicked 12 goals.
33. COREY CHALMERS – Having played both State 16s and State 18s, the man affectionately known has 'Snake' has always been earmarked as an exciting talent and he continues to show why. After five reserves games as a colt in 2012, he played 16 with the reserves last year and impressed kicking 24 goals and averaging over 16 possessions a game. Will only continue to improve.
34. MAX ALEXANDER – After arriving midway through 2012 from Stirling in the Amateurs, he took the next step with his football in 2013 and became an important member of the reserves side while playing a variety of roles. Has good size, can play at either end of the ground and the 22-year-old should only keep getting better after 20 games last year and a strong finals campaign.
35. JORDAN MILLS – The 23-year-old from Kingsley has now amassed 51 reserves matches over the past three seasons and is ready to make a play for a league opportunity. The hard-running defender who is also of good size and can play in a key position, had a strong 2013 season playing all 23 matches including an impressive finals campaign.
36. TAMATI YOUNG – An exciting prospect who arrives at the club from New Zealand. The 22-year-old could surprise plenty with impressive performances early in the season.
37. BEN KING – Arrives from Gin Gin for the 2014 season and has had a strong pre-season, and is sure to quickly become a fan favourite for the loyal West Perth supporters.
38. JAMES EMBLEY – The recruit from Swan Districts and younger brother of Andrew didn’t quite breakthrough for a league appearance at West Perth in 2013, but did have a strong season in the reserves playing 20 games, laying 69 tackles and averaging over 17 possessions a game. The 24-year-old will continue to push for that league debut with the Falcons.
39. BEN O'REGAN – After just two reserves appearances in 2012, the 21-year-old from Marist Junior Football Club had a strong 2013 campaign as a key member of the team that made it all the way to the grand final. Hard working and strong tackling, expect him to take another step in 2014 and possibly even push for league selection.
40. AIDAN LYNCH – Even though the 19-year-old was still eligible to play colts in 2013, he spent the whole season with the reserves playing all 23 matches and was close to a league debut on several occasions. Had a superb season in the team that made the grand final averaging over 15 touches a game.
41. MITCH VAN BERLO – The youngest brother of club captain Jay and Adelaide Crows skipper Nathan continues to develop nicely as a hard-running, versatile player who can play any number of roles. Played 18 colts games in 2011, 13 in the reserves in 2012 and then all 23 in the reserves last year including the finals. Expect him to push for a league spot in 2014.
42. DREW ROHDE – Played all 23 matches with the reserves in 2013 and was tremendous in the team that made the grand final kicking 34 goals. At only 20 years of age, is a player who is capable of pushing up for a league spot before long.
43. MITCH MCPHEE – Bounced back from an injury-interrupted 2012 season to play a full year with the reserves in 2013 and on several occasions he was pushing for a league spot. Is clever, knows where the goals are and can also be effective up the field. Kicked 30 goals in his 21 games in 2013 but has plenty of upside still.
44. NICK RODDA – The 19-year-old big man spent much of 2013 up forward as the main tall target for the Falcons and ended up kicking 17 goals including two in the grand final win over East Perth. Is capable of playing as a key forward and key defender, and with stints in the ruck and as he continues to improve in all areas he looks set to have an even greater impact in 2014.
45. TIM SUTHERLAND – Continues to emerge as a player of the future. The 19-year-old played State 18s in 2012 and while still eligible to play colts last year, came into the reserves team late in the year and showed some good signs. Has a strong leap, always makes a contest and is set to get used to senior football in 2014.
46. DAVID SORGIOVANNI – Is a mature aged recruit coming from Hamersley Carine AFC. David hasn’t missed a beat since arriving and will provide further experience, size and strength to the list. After undergoing his first preseason at the club David will be striving hard to provide an impact and presence on the field.
47. KODY MANNING – Don't be put off by the fact that he is suspended for the first couple of games of the season. Once he comes back, he will be desperate to make his mark and he is coming off a superb 2013 in a new role in the forward-line. He played in the forward half to put pressure on, and he's fierce approach and tackling frightened many an opposition player so look out for when he is ready to play in 2014.
48. BEN MCNAMARA – The 19-year-old from Mukinbudin broke through for his league debut in 2013 where he kicked a goal and didn’t look out of place against East Fremantle in Round 22. Had a terrific year in the reserves as well averaging 15 possessions a game.
49. STEPHEN HEALY – The 20-year-old has now developed impressively in two full seasons in the Falcons reserves after coming through the colts ranks and will be looking to force his way into the league side in 2014. Had an injury-interrupted first half of 2013 but settled into his work nicely in the second half of the year and was part of the reserves finals campaign.
50. JACOB REGAN – Stepped up from the colts to play five reserves matches in 2013 and is ready to step up again in 2014. Is a good size and has the body to play key position, but also runs hard and straight at the ball.
51. SAM MONEY – Got his first taste of senior football in 2013 playing eight reserves matches including the first semi-final win over East Perth and the 20-year-old has had a strong pre-season to enable him to go to another level in 2014.
52. BRODERICK WALTON – Stepped up from the colts to play 11 reserves matches in 2013 and will be looking to earn a permanent spot now in 2014. The 19-year-old trains hard, prepares well and is super competitive – so gives himself every chance to get the best out of himself.
53. DANIEL ACRES – The 19-year-old graduated to play three reserves matches late last season despite still being part of the colts squad and is developing impressively. Is a player to watch with his good pace and willingness to compete.
54. DEAN MUNNS – The 18-year-old is another player looking to make the step up from colts football in 2013 to senior football in 2014. Last year, he played 16 colts matches and showed some good signs as a hard-working midfielder who isn’t afraid to go in for the hard ball and lay a strong tackle.
55. KYLE EGAN – The 18-year-old from Sorrento Duncraig is stepping up from the colts in 2014 and it wouldn’t surprise to see him challenge for a league position before long. In 2013, he played 19 colts matches and averaged over 11 disposals a game.
56. JESSE KIRWEN – The 18-year-old was impressive in his 20 colts matches in 2013 where he averaged 17 possessions a game and now is looking forward to his first taste of senior football in 2014.
57. BLAKE WILHELM – The former SBL basketball player came to West Perth in 2013 looking for a new challenge, and with his natural athletic gifts of good speed and strong vertical leap he showed good signs in his eight reserves matches, and will be looking to add to that in 2014.
58. MARTIN GERAGHTY – The 20-year-old graduated from the colts to play 12 reserves matches in 2013 where he showed some encouraging signs and he will be looking to make the most of his opportunities in 2014.
61. PETER HARVEY – Moved from Subiaco to West Perth in 2012 and impressed in his eight matches in the Falcons colts team last year, and looks ready to make the step up to senior football now in 2014.
1. AARON BLACK – The 21-year-old had an incredible 2013 that saw him play State football, star in the Falcons premiership victory and finish up coming third in the Breckler Medal. He has already notched 63 matches and despite the wingman averaging over 25 possessions a game last year, he has the tools to improve even further in 2014.
2. BRAYDEN ANTONIO – After impressing in his debut two league appearances in 2012, it took the 19-year-old until Round 13 to break back into the league side in 2013 but when he did he quickly settled back in. Ended up playing six more games in 2013 and then also led the reserves finishing with 14 matches averaging over 17 possessions a game.
3. ANDREW STRIJK – Returned to his favourite role across half-back in 2013 and was a vital member of the premiership team in a season that saw him finish up sharing the Breckler Medal. The 26-year-old former Eagle has now played 133 games with the Falcons and is set to earn life membership during 2014.
4. ROHAN KERR – Arrived from Carlton at the start of 2013 and made an immediate impact both on the field and by not being afraid express himself around the club. Kicked 24 goals for the year including six in Round 5 and then five in a stunning grand final display, but he proved himself as a hard-running ball-winner further up the field as well. Could be even better in his second season with the Falcons in 2014.
5. JORDAN JONES – After a year of finding his feet at the Falcons in 2012, the former Eagle became a star at West Perth in 2013 becoming a key member of the defensive unit. Able to play on talls and smalls, and play both defensive and attacking roles, he was a huge part of the premiership team and will look to step up in whatever role asked of him now in 2014.
6. MARC CRISP – After only managing 31 matches in the previous four seasons, 'Chippa' found a new role in the forward-line in 2013 and made the most of it kicking 34 goals for the year including four in the second semi-final win over Claremont, and two in the grand final over East Perth. The 26-year-old 52-game veteran is a leader at the club came fourth in the Breckler Medal and is set for another standout 2014.
7. STEVEN BROWNE – The former Carlton defender has now entering his fourth season back with West Perth and coming off an outstanding 2013 campaign. Playing as a key member of the back-line, the tough as nails 25-year-old not only was courageous and strong defensively, but averaged 20 possessions a game to be a star in the premiership side.
8. ANDREW KRAKOUER – It is confirmed that he will be playing with West Perth in 2014 and what a pick up he is sure to be for the club both on and off the field. With 137 games of AFL experience at Richmond and Collingwood behind him, plus his most recent WAFL form being the 2010 season that saw him lead his team to a premiership and win the Sandover and Simpson Medals, his resume speaks for itself.
9. TRENT MANZONE – The Queensland recruit had no trouble adjusting to WAFL football in 2013 with West Perth playing 17 league matches and averaging 15 possessions in roles mostly in defence. He just missed selection in the grand final team, but to his credit performed well in the reserves grand final and now will be looking to cement a league spot even further in 2014.
10. MATT GUADAGNIN – The star veteran midfielder was rewarded for his hard work, loyalty and dedication to West Perth by becoming a premiership player in 2013 but there are no signs of the 30-year-old slowing down. He had an outstanding 2013 season averaging over 20 possessions a game including 24 in the grand final to cap off a year that saw the 162-game tough nut end the season runner-up in the Breckler Medal.
11. ANTHONY TSALIKIS – The 30-year-old will be as motivated as ever for a big 2014 after devastatingly missing last year's premiership with a shoulder injury suffered in Round 22. However, before that he was just about in career-best form averaging over 15 possessions a game and kicking 32 goals. He has now played 169 matches and kicked 306 goals over his career.
12. DAN HUNT – His 150th game last year culminated in the first finals victory of his career against Claremont in the second semi-final and then the veteran defender celebrated the premiership win in his 151st game. Was as solid as ever as a tall defender in 2013 and there's no reason to suggest he won't be just as good in 2014 in what could be the last year of his decorated career.
13. LUKE MEADOWS – Is one of the rare examples in recent times of a player to represent the colts, reserves and league teams all in the one seasons when he did that in 2013. Played eight colts matches, 14 in the reserves and then made his league debut in Round 22 against East Fremantle where he impressed with 12 possessions. Ready to step up further in 2014.
14. SHANE NELSON – Took the next step to being one of the very best midfielders in the competition in 2013 averaging 27 possessions a game including 36 and a goal in a scintillating grand final display. The 20-year-old was also joint winner of the Breckler Medal in 2013 and will again be a key member of the Falcons on-ball brigade in 2014.
15. SHAYNE ZANETTI – The developing big man had his 2013 ended before it even started due to injury, but he has now fully recovered and raring to go in 2014 and add another versatile big man presence to the Falcons line-up. Has impressed in 301 league games already with West Perth kicking 33 goals so whether as a forward or back-up ruckman, the 23-year-old has plenty to offer.
16. MATT JOHNSON – The dynamic and powerful left-footer made a stunning league debut in Round 1 last year booting six goals against East Perth. A hamstring injury interrupted his season but he did make it back for the reserves grand final and now the 19-year-old looks ready to take the WAFL by storm in 2014.
17. MATT FOWLER – The Queensland recruit came into his own in the league side in the second half of the 2013 season on the back of kicking 19 goals in a string of four reserves games. The natural full-forward then never looked back when breaking into the league side in Round 13, kicked 30 goals for the season and became a premiership player with two goals in the grand final.
18. JAY VAN BERLO – The former Breckler Medal winner was back full-time to West Perth after his time with Fremantle and had an outstanding 2013 which included him represented WA in the win over Victoria, starring in the premiership win and playing a variety of roles largely through the middle. Has now been appointed co-captain for the 2014 season after the retirement of Jason Salecic.
19. CHRIS KEUNEN – Has now been cemented as the Falcons' No. 1 ruckman for several seasons and had an outstanding 2013 where he often had to carry the ruck duties virtually alone usually against two opponents. Averaged 30 hit outs a game, won plenty of the ball around the ground and has now played 130 games with West Perth to be a chance of earning life membership in 2014.
20. SHAUN MARUSIC – It took the first-year recruit from Frankston in the VFL until Round 12 to make his league debut last year, but when he did he remained in the side right up to including the grand final victory. The 21-year-old started in the team as a forward, but moved back and as a key defender became a key part to the premiership win.
21. LAINE RASMUSSEN – He was earmarked as the replacement for Dustin Burns in the small defensive role and despite injury limiting him to 12 games in 2013, he showed that he is up for that challenge. The 20-year-old was outstanding up until getting injured in Round 8 and then got hurt again in Round 15, but he was able to fight his way back into the league team for the finals and was a strong contributor in the premiership victory.
22. KRIS SHANNON – The 21-year-old played two Foxtel Cup matches in 2012, broke through for three league matches in 2013 and in between played 19 games with the reserves side and was impressive averaging 17 possessions a game. Another player looking forward to more opportunities in 2014.
23. LUKE TEDESCO – The 'Raging Bull' had a 2013 season that saw him celebrate his 100-game milestone but then suffer a potentially season-ending injury. However, he made it back in time for the grand final and is now a premiership player. Is as tough and courageous as anyone in the team with outstanding foot skills, and is now a co-captain of the club in 2014 as well.
24. MARCUS ADAMS – The hard-leading, strong bodied forward showed good signs at Swan Districts in 2011 playing colts, reserves and league football but has only played two reserves matches since. He now lobs at West Perth ready and capable of cementing a regular spot in the forward-line.
25. RAY BARTHOLOMEW – Played his 150th match with the Falcons in 2013 to become a life member of the club but then suffered a serious calf injury that he had to fight back from. He did that and was able to play in the premiership team, and now the 153-game 28-year-old veteran is ready to tear down the wings again in 2014, and celebrate goals like only he can.
26. JOE MORROW – The 24-year-old is one of the most popular and dedicated players at West Perth but has had terrible luck with injuries. Will be hoping for a good run with his body in 2014 and if he gets it, could be a regular league player. Mostly as a defender, has played 22 league games since his debut in 2009 including two last year. However, in the reserves he was a strong leader and outstanding defender in the team that got to the grand final.
27. STEVE POTENTE – Arrived from Swan Districts having played just 24 games since 2009 because of injury troubles, but once he got into the West Perth league side in Round 11 he immediately fitted in well playing as a run-with midfielder. He then played more attacking roles as the year went on and finished up as a premiership player, and a key member of that side.
28. MATTHEW SPENCER – Comes to West Perth having not played WAFL football since 2010 but his last game was the grand final victory for Swan Districts over Claremont of that year. Also previously played two AFL matches with Geelong so the 29-year-old has plenty backing him up, is an imposing big-bodied defender and could be the ideal replacement for Michael Pettigrew.
29. JAMES BATTERHAM – The 20-year-old added two more league appearances in 2013 after making his debut in 2012, and continues to develop into a player of the future with good pace and foot skills. Also had a strong season in the reserves playing 19 games and averaging 14 possessions.
30. SEVA MARTIN – The 23-year-old huge 208cm ruckman arrives at West Perth at Subiaco and will be sure to make sure Chris Keunen keeps his form up, or is more than capable of backing him up. Has played four league matches at Subiaco where he averaged 29 hit outs, and in 11 reserves matches last year he had over 30 ruck taps a game.
31. JACK THRUM – Was close to playing league football in 2013 and is a good chance of breaking through at some stage in 2014. The 20-year-old from Ocean Ridge had a strong reserves season in 2013 playing 21 games, laying 74 tackles and averaging 17 possessions.
32. CAMERON BRANCH – The 26-year-old captained the Falcons into the reserves grand final last year and continues to be one of the most passionate and loyal players at the club. Hasn't played a league game since his five appearances in 2011, but if he stays healthy should push for a spot again and is coming off a strong 2013 campaign where he averaged 14 disposals and kicked 12 goals.
33. COREY CHALMERS – Having played both State 16s and State 18s, the man affectionately known has 'Snake' has always been earmarked as an exciting talent and he continues to show why. After five reserves games as a colt in 2012, he played 16 with the reserves last year and impressed kicking 24 goals and averaging over 16 possessions a game. Will only continue to improve.
34. MAX ALEXANDER – After arriving midway through 2012 from Stirling in the Amateurs, he took the next step with his football in 2013 and became an important member of the reserves side while playing a variety of roles. Has good size, can play at either end of the ground and the 22-year-old should only keep getting better after 20 games last year and a strong finals campaign.
35. JORDAN MILLS – The 23-year-old from Kingsley has now amassed 51 reserves matches over the past three seasons and is ready to make a play for a league opportunity. The hard-running defender who is also of good size and can play in a key position, had a strong 2013 season playing all 23 matches including an impressive finals campaign.
36. TAMATI YOUNG – An exciting prospect who arrives at the club from New Zealand. The 22-year-old could surprise plenty with impressive performances early in the season.
37. BEN KING – Arrives from Gin Gin for the 2014 season and has had a strong pre-season, and is sure to quickly become a fan favourite for the loyal West Perth supporters.
38. JAMES EMBLEY – The recruit from Swan Districts and younger brother of Andrew didn’t quite breakthrough for a league appearance at West Perth in 2013, but did have a strong season in the reserves playing 20 games, laying 69 tackles and averaging over 17 possessions a game. The 24-year-old will continue to push for that league debut with the Falcons.
39. BEN O'REGAN – After just two reserves appearances in 2012, the 21-year-old from Marist Junior Football Club had a strong 2013 campaign as a key member of the team that made it all the way to the grand final. Hard working and strong tackling, expect him to take another step in 2014 and possibly even push for league selection.
40. AIDAN LYNCH – Even though the 19-year-old was still eligible to play colts in 2013, he spent the whole season with the reserves playing all 23 matches and was close to a league debut on several occasions. Had a superb season in the team that made the grand final averaging over 15 touches a game.
41. MITCH VAN BERLO – The youngest brother of club captain Jay and Adelaide Crows skipper Nathan continues to develop nicely as a hard-running, versatile player who can play any number of roles. Played 18 colts games in 2011, 13 in the reserves in 2012 and then all 23 in the reserves last year including the finals. Expect him to push for a league spot in 2014.
42. DREW ROHDE – Played all 23 matches with the reserves in 2013 and was tremendous in the team that made the grand final kicking 34 goals. At only 20 years of age, is a player who is capable of pushing up for a league spot before long.
43. MITCH MCPHEE – Bounced back from an injury-interrupted 2012 season to play a full year with the reserves in 2013 and on several occasions he was pushing for a league spot. Is clever, knows where the goals are and can also be effective up the field. Kicked 30 goals in his 21 games in 2013 but has plenty of upside still.
44. NICK RODDA – The 19-year-old big man spent much of 2013 up forward as the main tall target for the Falcons and ended up kicking 17 goals including two in the grand final win over East Perth. Is capable of playing as a key forward and key defender, and with stints in the ruck and as he continues to improve in all areas he looks set to have an even greater impact in 2014.
45. TIM SUTHERLAND – Continues to emerge as a player of the future. The 19-year-old played State 18s in 2012 and while still eligible to play colts last year, came into the reserves team late in the year and showed some good signs. Has a strong leap, always makes a contest and is set to get used to senior football in 2014.
46. DAVID SORGIOVANNI – Is a mature aged recruit coming from Hamersley Carine AFC. David hasn’t missed a beat since arriving and will provide further experience, size and strength to the list. After undergoing his first preseason at the club David will be striving hard to provide an impact and presence on the field.
47. KODY MANNING – Don't be put off by the fact that he is suspended for the first couple of games of the season. Once he comes back, he will be desperate to make his mark and he is coming off a superb 2013 in a new role in the forward-line. He played in the forward half to put pressure on, and he's fierce approach and tackling frightened many an opposition player so look out for when he is ready to play in 2014.
48. BEN MCNAMARA – The 19-year-old from Mukinbudin broke through for his league debut in 2013 where he kicked a goal and didn’t look out of place against East Fremantle in Round 22. Had a terrific year in the reserves as well averaging 15 possessions a game.
49. STEPHEN HEALY – The 20-year-old has now developed impressively in two full seasons in the Falcons reserves after coming through the colts ranks and will be looking to force his way into the league side in 2014. Had an injury-interrupted first half of 2013 but settled into his work nicely in the second half of the year and was part of the reserves finals campaign.
50. JACOB REGAN – Stepped up from the colts to play five reserves matches in 2013 and is ready to step up again in 2014. Is a good size and has the body to play key position, but also runs hard and straight at the ball.
51. SAM MONEY – Got his first taste of senior football in 2013 playing eight reserves matches including the first semi-final win over East Perth and the 20-year-old has had a strong pre-season to enable him to go to another level in 2014.
52. BRODERICK WALTON – Stepped up from the colts to play 11 reserves matches in 2013 and will be looking to earn a permanent spot now in 2014. The 19-year-old trains hard, prepares well and is super competitive – so gives himself every chance to get the best out of himself.
53. DANIEL ACRES – The 19-year-old graduated to play three reserves matches late last season despite still being part of the colts squad and is developing impressively. Is a player to watch with his good pace and willingness to compete.
54. DEAN MUNNS – The 18-year-old is another player looking to make the step up from colts football in 2013 to senior football in 2014. Last year, he played 16 colts matches and showed some good signs as a hard-working midfielder who isn’t afraid to go in for the hard ball and lay a strong tackle.
55. KYLE EGAN – The 18-year-old from Sorrento Duncraig is stepping up from the colts in 2014 and it wouldn’t surprise to see him challenge for a league position before long. In 2013, he played 19 colts matches and averaged over 11 disposals a game.
56. JESSE KIRWEN – The 18-year-old was impressive in his 20 colts matches in 2013 where he averaged 17 possessions a game and now is looking forward to his first taste of senior football in 2014.
57. BLAKE WILHELM – The former SBL basketball player came to West Perth in 2013 looking for a new challenge, and with his natural athletic gifts of good speed and strong vertical leap he showed good signs in his eight reserves matches, and will be looking to add to that in 2014.
58. MARTIN GERAGHTY – The 20-year-old graduated from the colts to play 12 reserves matches in 2013 where he showed some encouraging signs and he will be looking to make the most of his opportunities in 2014.
61. PETER HARVEY – Moved from Subiaco to West Perth in 2012 and impressed in his eight matches in the Falcons colts team last year, and looks ready to make the step up to senior football now in 2014.
