WAFL

Luke Shuey says he’s pulled up well from his WAFL cameo – despite admitting he “blew up late” – as he eyes an AFL return this weekend.

West Coast captain Luke Shuey is nearing an AFL return after a dominant display in the WAFL on Saturday. The star Eagle, who hasn’t played since injuring his hamstring in Round 3, collected 22 disposals,

West Coast captain Luke Shuey is on track to return in next Sunday’s blockbuster against the Western Bulldogs, after impressing in his first WAFL game in more than a decade.

West Coast captain Luke Shuey will return from hamstring injury through the WAFL on Saturday, after a 10-week stint on the sidelines. The 31-year-old injured his hamstring in round three of the AFL season,

Still in front 25 minutes into the last term, Peel conceded two goals in the final minutes to see Claremont win by seven points. Fremantle midfielder Luke Valente was named amongst Peel’s best in arguably his most impressive performance since returning from injury.

Nine Fremantle-listed players were in action for Peel in the WAFL competition on Saturday afternoon. Peel lost the nail-biting game against Swan Districts 10.7 (67) to 7.17 (59) at David Grays Arena.

Alex Pearce played full minutes in the WAFL at the weekend as he prepares for potential selection in the senior side

Eight Fremantle players lined up for Peel, including Freo draftee Nathan O’Driscoll who had arguably his best game for Peel with 22 disposals, four marks and two tackles to his name. Stefan Giro (13 disposals),

West Coast have pulled a selection shock, picking midfielder Elliot Yeo for his first AFL game in almost nine months..

Fremantle assistant David Hale says Reece Conca has work to do to get back into the Dockers side, after the defender was dropped for Saturday’s clash with Sydney.