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Pegoraro shift the catalyst for West Perth surge

Wednesday, August 16, 2023 - 4:20 PM
Pegoraro shift the catalyst for West Perth surge
 
John Townsend
The best positional move in West Perth’s history was the shift of full-forward Ray Schofield to full-back to accommodate the arrival of an even better goal-kicker in Ray Scott.
Coach Stan Heal’s tactical acumen was rewarded so fully that Schofield became one of WA’s greatest full-backs, a regular State player and five-time Breckler medallist.
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Rogers Cup Team 2023 Grand Final Winners

Tuesday, July 25, 2023 - 4:30 PM
A year that has delivered so much, but as coach Scott Kounis had said, the team had achieved nothing to that point.
Through the home and away season the team had been challenged a few times and answered each one in a positive way completing the Regular Season undefeated.
Meeting South Fremantle in the second semi, which they dealt with Read More [+]

Falcons Stay True to Senior Coach Succession Plan

Monday, July 3, 2023 - 6:44 PM

Falcons Stay True to Senior Coach Succession Plan

The West Perth Football Club is pleased to announce Jason Salecic will be taking over as head coach for the 2024 season.

Club President Dr Neale Fong stated, “When current coach Darren Harris took over the reins in late 2021 the Board made it clear that it wanted Darren to achieve two aims. Win a premiership and to set the football club up for Read More [+]

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 [+]