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McPharlin’s WA Team of the Year: Fremantle Dockers, West Coast Eagles show no lack of talent
Fremantle great Luke McPharlin selects his best 22 Eagles and Dockers based on their 2024 performance.
BACKLINE
Tom Barrass (West Coast)
Averaged 7.7 intercepts per game which was elite for key defenders.
Alex Pearce (Fremantle)
Missed a crucial final month of the season but was exceptional when on the park.
Brady Hough (West Coast)
Consistently nullified the AFL’s most dangerous small forwards.
Camera IconBrady Hough. Credit: Daniel Carson/AFL Photos
HALF-BACK
Luke Ryan (Fremantle)
All-Australian honours were well deserved.
Jeremy McGovern (West Coast)
Became a dominant defensive force once again.
Jordan Clark (Fremantle)
One of the most attacking half-backs in the league.
Camera IconJordan Clark. Credit: Will Russell/AFL Photos
CENTRE
Tim Kelly (West Coast)
His stoppage and ground ball work was consistently high across the season.
Elliot Yeo (West Coast)
A resurgent year, tough and creative through the middle.
Jeremy Sharp (Fremantle)
Made the wing his own with some standout performances across the season.
Camera IconJeremy Sharp. Credit: Daniel Carson/AFL Photos
HALF-FORWARD
Harley Reid (West Coast)
Fearless and composed in his first year at the top level.
Josh Treacy (Fremantle)
Aggressive and powerful in aerial contests. Finished with 45 goals.
Hayden Young (Fremantle)
One of the most damaging front-half players in the game.
Camera IconHayden Young. Credit: Paul Kane/Getty Images
FORWARD
Jye Amiss (Fremantle)
Had to contend with more opposition attention but his work-rate never diminished.
Jake Waterman (West Coast)
Delivered on his immense talent to become one of the best key forwards in the game.
Sam Switkowski (Fremantle)
An elite pressure player across the year.
Camera IconSam Switkowski. Credit: Daniel Carson/AFL Photos
FOLLOWERS
Luke Jackson (Fremantle)
Dangerous in the air and dynamic on the ground.
Caleb Serong (Fremantle)
His will to win is undeniable.
Andrew Brayshaw (Fremantle)
Partnered with Serong to be one of the strongest midfield duos in the league.
Camera IconAndrew Brayshaw. Credit: Paul Kane/Getty Images
INTERCHANGE
Liam Duggan (West Coast)
Took on greater responsibility as the co-captain. Tough and committed at the contest.
Michael Frederick (Fremantle)
Went missing at times but something always happened when he got near the ball.
Jamie Cripps (West Coast)
Remained consistent with his pressure and finished with 27 goals across the season.
Brandon Walker (Fremantle)
Freo look a better side when he puts speed on the ball.
Camera IconBrandon Walker. Credit: Paul Kane/Getty Images
COACH
Justin Longmuir (Fremantle)
Had Freo inside the top eight for 18 rounds but fell agonisingly short when faced with elite pressure.
Camera IconJustin Longmuir. Credit: Kelsey Reid/The West Australian
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