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West Perth loss spoils Black celebrations

Wednesday, June 28, 2023 - 9:06 PM
West Perth loss spoils Black celebrations
John Townsend
 
Former team-mates, former assistant coaches and a host of admirers underlining the football world’s widespread respect for Aaron Black were on hand to celebrate the West Perth champion’s 250th appearance on Sunday.
It was not enough.
In a trend that has been evident for much of this year’s premiership defence, expectations exceeded expertise and Black’s Read More [+]

Swan Districts looms as pivotal match for Falcons

Wednesday, June 21, 2023 - 3:10 PM
Swan Districts looms as pivotal match for Falcons
 
John Townsend
West Perth’s encounter with Swan Districts on Sunday is looming as the team’s most critical match of the season after the limp effort against Subiaco on Saturday.
The Falcons dropped out of the top five after losing to Subiaco by 55 points in a mirror image of the previous visit to Leederville Oval this month when Read More [+]

Annual Gala Night Auction

Tuesday, June 13, 2023 - 4:14 PM
Join us for a lavish night out as we get together for the WPFC Gala Auction Night to be held at the Parmelia Hilton.
 
DATE: Saturday 29th July 2023
TIME: 6.30pm
COST: $180.00 per person 
DRESS: Cocktail
A sumptuous three course meal with beer, wine and bubbles flowing all night, with an amazing line up of auction items ranging from a Bali holiday package, Robbie Williams VIP concert Read More [+]

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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