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I guess I gotta have faith in Walls. Pretty good record.
Think west coast have bigger needs than sharp. Think a ruckman & an inside midfielder would be told of west coast hit list.
LOL this is definitely gonna be a snitch article on Friday now
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You’ve just brought up more evidence of Young trying to sabotage us.
I hope we saw this coming a few of the longer contracts are at least a little front ended. So we have some money left, when some players demand more money in the future. Darcy, Cox, Schultz need new contracts after next year. And players like Sturt/O'Driscoll/? could have a breakout year.
Eliza Reilly
Gotta respect the pettiness.
Fremantle Dockers list analysis: Ranking every player as club reboots after missing 2023 finals
Fremantle is yet again tackling some serious list questions ahead of the penultimate season of the club’s strategic plan. ELIZA REILLY ranks every Dockers player and their future prospects.
10 min read
August 30, 2023 - 8:00AM
Fremantle’s disappointing season could have serious implications for some of the Dockers’ out-of-contract players. Picture: Darrian Traynor/Getty Images
The siren sounded to end Fremantle’s round 24 clash with Hawthorn and reality hit home.
After returning to finals for the first time in seven years last season, the Dockers will spend September as onlookers after a disappointing regression.
Fremantle are suddenly back where they were at the end of 2021, left with some serious list questions ahead of the penultimate season of the club’s strategic plan.
With that in mind, this Fremantle list is not one that rates the Dockers’ playing group in order of their 2023 performance, but rather one that assesses the importance of players to the club going forward.
1. Caleb Serong, 22 (22 games in 2023)
Overtook Andrew Brayshaw as Fremantle’s best player this season, but also stamped himself as the Dockers’ next captain. Serong took his game to new heights in the midfield, winning more disposals than any other player in the competition and also finished in the top five for total clearances. Is the equal second-most committed player on Fremantle’s list, with a contract until 2027, and the club’s most important player in 2024.
2. Luke Jackson, 21 (23 games in 2023)
One of the biggest questions the Dockers had to answer this season was whether Luke Jackson would justify the expenditure? It’s a resounding yes so far. They call him the ‘unicorn’ and Jackson’s versatility and presence wherever he plays justifies that. Now Fremantle must consider what his best fit is moving forward. Because he’s dominated the ruck in Sean Darcy’s absence, but he’s not worth $1 million a year playing up forward.
3. Andrew Brayshaw, 23 (23 games in 2023)
Wasn’t quite at the same level as last year, when he made his debut in the All-Australian team, but his best is still extremely good. His defensive pressure and two-way running is up there with the best midfielders in the competition. Finished second in total disposals across the season. Contracted until the end of 2025 and will have a big say in Fremantle’s fortunes moving forward.
4. Jye Amiss, 20 (22 games in 2023)
Fremantle can build their forward line around Amiss knowing he’s only going to get better. A 41-goal season is a remarkable achievement for a second-year forward and he did it in a team that ranked in the bottom three for Inside 50s per game. It didn’t matter that he gave up size or experience each week. Makes the most of limited opportunity thanks to his incredible accuracy and he’s the most committed Docker on the list, locked away until 2029.
5. Sean Darcy, 25 (15 games in 2023)
Was in the middle of another strong season when he was struck down by a season-ending ankle injury. At his best, he can challenge and beat the best ruckmen in the competition. His hitout win percentage was elite. Remains one of Fremantle’s most important players but the Dockers need to find a way to avoid paying the in-demand star too much, with contract talks to heat up as he enters the final year of his contract.
6. Hayden Young, 22 (22 games in 2023)
A valuable member of Fremantle’s defence ever since he was drafted, a late season move to the midfield underlined Young’s importance. He gave the Dockers more size around the ball, and he went toe to toe with some of the league’s best midfielders and won. We know all about his defensive traits, but Young’s attacking flair will be of more use in the midfield.
7. Luke Ryan, 27 (23 games in 2023)
Had Fremantle’s defence not gone backwards this year, Ryan would be close to a certainty for his second All-Australian blazer. The defender is ranked elite for disposals, intercept possessions, intercept marks and metres gained. But Ryan is also versatile and his finest hour this season came against Jeremy Cameron, keeping the big Cat goalless at Optus Stadium. A critical cog in the backline.
8. Lachie Schultz, 25 (23 games in 2023)
A career-best season for the small forward, finishing with 33 goals and a second Glendinning-Allan medal. His forward pressure has always been elite but Schultz is now hitting the scoreboard consistently and he’s somewhat of a barometer for the Dockers.
9. Brennan Cox, 25 (20 games in 2023)
Took the slightest step back from 2022, when there were calls for him to be an All-Australian, but Cox is still a crucial member of Fremantle’s defence. Is a little laconic at times but he’s a strong interceptor and important in the air. Went forward in the final game of the season so has that versatility as well.
10. Sam Switkowski, 26 (22 games in 2023)
Rated elite by Champion Data for the past couple seasons, Switkowski played a career-high 22 games this season after several injury-interrupted years. He also kicked a career-high 16 goals. At the age of 26, Switkowski’s leadership and pressure will continue to play a crucial role up forward.
11. Alex Pearce, 28 (23 games in 2023)
Taking on the captaincy this season, Pearce was outstanding in Fremantle’s win over Geelong at GMHBA Stadium but patchy in between. His leadership and ability to handle the opposition’s No.1 key forward underscore his importance. The Dockers don’t have much key defensive depth beyond him.
It was an up-and-down season for Pearce in his first year as captain. Picture: Paul Kane/Getty Images
12. Michael Frederick, 23 (19 games in 2023)
Still only 23 but he tends to be among Fremantle’s best when the Dockers win. An important two-way runner in attack and still has room to improve, whether that’s in attack or further up the ground.
13. Jordan Clark, 22 (23 games in 2023)
Showed two sides to his game this season, switching between a rebounding defender and lockdown specialist later in the season. Only 22 but a core member of Fremantle’s backline and the Dockers look better with his run and dash.
14. Nat Fyfe, 31 (nine games in 2023)
Here’s the contentious pick. Fyfe is one of the harder players to place given his best years are behind him, but he still has so much to offer in terms of leadership and experience. Is set to be injected back into the midfield next season and if – and it’s a big if – he can stay fit then he can have a massive say regarding Fremantle’s finals hopes.
15. Matthew Johnson, 20 (18 games in 2023)
One of the shining lights of the next generation. Overcame a tough first season to play 18 games and show glimpses of his prodigious talent. Is better suited to the middle but he has the skills to play on the outside.
16. James Aish, 27 (20 games in 2023)
Gets the nod here for his versatility. They call him Mr. Fix It and at 27, he still has some good football ahead of him. Whether that’s on the wing, at halfback or in the middle.
17. Josh Treacy, 21 (17 game in 2023)
Key forwards don’t grow on trees and although he’s yet to impact games consistently, Treacy is only 21 and has all the tools to become a serviceable second fiddle. His aerial work is particularly impressive.
18. Sam Sturt, 23 (14 games in 2023)
Emerged in the second half of the season as Fremantle’s answer to a Jack Gunston or Bayley Fritsch, kicking a career-high 17 goals. He’s accurate and his defensive pressure has markedly improved.
19. Heath Chapman, 21 (three games in 2023)
Only played three games this season because of soft-tissue injuries and a dislocated shoulder. But a fit and healthy Heath Chapman will be critical to Fremantle sticking by Hayden Young’s midfield shift. The Dockers missed him this year.
20. Michael Walters, 32 (20 games in 2023)
Will start the 2024 season as Fremantle’s most experienced player. While the 222-gamer is at the back end of his career, he’s still playing good football, hitting the scoreboard and setting the standard for the Dockers’ young forward line to follow.
21. Jaeger O‘Meara, 29 (21 games in 2023)
Was viewed as David Mundy’s replacement but in reality, O’Meara replaced Will Brodie. He’s a nice piece of the puzzle and his best football is as an inside midfielder. But it’s hard to see how the Dockers fit everyone in if Fyfe returns.
22. Neil Erasmus, 19 (14 games in 2023)
Similar to O’Meara, it’s a bit difficult to see where Erasmus fits in Fremantle’s midfield mix when everyone is fully fit. He was always in the selection conversation and played 14 games this year, but Johnson has overtaken him and he’ll need to evolve to play a bigger role going forward.
23. Tom Emmett, 21 (two games in 2023)
Only played two games, in the final two rounds of the season, but quickly earned the adoration of Fremantle fans. The Dockers must find a way to fit him in next season because his physicality, decision-making and accuracy are well advanced for a 21-year-old.
24. Brandon Walker, 20 (14 games in 2023)
A bit of conjecture on how quickly he can return from a torn patella tendon after a horrific fall at the MCG. But Walker is emerging as a lockdown specialist and he’ll be lining up on the competition’s best small forwards for years to come.
25. Bailey Banfield, 25 (14 games in 2023)
Can have a massive impact on games when everything goes right, but the Dockers need to decide whether they’ve gone past him. Because the likes of Sturt and Emmett have more room to grow at AFL level.
26. Corey Wagner, 26 (nine games in 2023)
At his third club, Wagner played the final seven games of the season. Although he doesn’t always hit it, he’s one of the few Dockers brave enough to take on the dangerous kick while exiting defence. Worth persisting with.
27. Karl Worner, 21 (four games in 2023)
Made his debut in round 17 after dominating at WAFL level and played a further three games late in the season. A strong runner but unsure if he’ll be there round one next season.
28. Ethan Hughes, 28 (20 games in 2023)
Played 20 games this season after starting on the wing then moving back into defence. As reliable as Hughes has been, at the age of 28 it is time Fremantle’s next generation of defenders pushed past him.
29. Will Brodie, 25 (five games in 2023)
Fell out of favour this season despite being a key part of Fremantle’s rise to finals in 2022. The Dockers didn’t do enough to fit him and O’Meara into the same midfield. Contracted until the end of 2026, but it’s now hard to see Brodie returning to Fremantle’s best 22 unless injuries strike.
30. Nathan O’Driscoll, 21 (10 games in 2023)
Another to take a step back following a breakout 2022 campaign. Played 10 games this year, but was on the outer more often than not. Should be back in wing contention if Henry requests a trade. His best is explosive.
31. Ethan Stanley, 19 (two games in 2023)
The mid-season draft pick managed to break through for two games in the back end of the season and looked the part as an AFL footballer. There’s a world in which he’s there round one next year but, even if not, he’s a definite part of Fremantle’s future plans.
32. Josh Corbett, 27 (five games in 2023)
Arrived at Fremantle as a depth forward and that’s how his year played out, called upon five times throughout the season. Unless he starts dominating the WAFL, the Dockers would rather get games into their next generation.
33. Joel Hamling, 30 (four games in 2023)
Came into the team late in the season in place of Brennan Cox and was solid. The 2016 premiership player is obviously good enough to play AFL football, he just won’t get the opportunity while Cox, Pearce and Ryan are fit.
34. Matt Taberner, 30 (four games in 2023)
Played the first month of the season before injuries struck once again. His body has failed him on several occasions now. That has allowed the likes of Amiss and Treacy to jump ahead of him in the pecking order.
35. Liam Henry, 22 (16 game in 2023)
Would be higher if he wasn’t likely to request a trade at the end of the season. After four years and a lot of tough love, Henry finally found his feet at AFL level in the second half of the season. But another club is set to reap the rewards of Fremantle’s development.
36. Hugh Davies, 18 (0 games in 2023)
Should evolve into a reliable key defender but he’s a few years away from that point. Hasn’t looked out of place at league level in the WAFL, but has also been demoted to the reserves on three occasions.
37. Josh Draper, 19 (0 games in 2023)
The category B rookie is an athletic tall who can play at either end, but is being moulded into a key defender. Was a surprise addition to Fremantle’s travelling party to Adelaide earlier in the season but is still a little way off senior football.
38. Liam Reidy, 23 (0 games in 2023)
The mature-age ruck recruit has been a force at WAFL level this season and currently ranks in the top three for hit-outs. At 23, he still has room to grow but it’s unlikely he’ll get a look in unless both Darcy and Jackson suffer injuries.
39. Max Knobel, 19 (0 games in 2023)
An exciting long-term prospect for Fremantle but the ruckman has played most of his footy in the WAFL reserves this season. Still needs a couple of years of development before he’s considered AFL ready.
40. Conrad Williams, 18 (0 games in 2023)
What Williams lacks in size he makes up with talent. His skills are excellent but he’s a long way off AFL footy.
41. Sebit Kuek, 22 (0 games in 2023)
Unfortunately suffered an ACL tear in the second half of the season and will be out of action for most of 2024. An exciting project player if he can get back to full fitness.
42. Nathan Wilson, 30 (four games in 2023)
Spent the first month of the season in Fremantle’s senior side and was reliable before the Dockers made the pivot towards youth in defence. On the cusp of being cut despite being a solid contributor over several years.
43. Travis Colyer, 32 (0 games in 2023)
The two-club veteran failed to play a game this season after injury delayed his start to the year. At 32, Fremantle now have better options up forward and he’s unlikely to be there next year.
44. Eric Benning, 20 (0 games in 2023)
Unfortunately the Next Generation Academy graduate hasn’t been able to find his feet at AFL level and he’ll likely be delisted.
Ha, the supporter coming out in Eliza.
Yes that was same deal I proposed, which is around pick points value of 25.
Worner will be delisted as soon as he’s out of contract. Mistake giving him an extension.
Treacy...............His aerial work is particularly impressive.Fremantle Dockers list analysis: Ranking every player as club reboots after missing 2023 finals
Fremantle is yet again tackling some serious list questions ahead of the penultimate season of the club’s strategic plan. ELIZA REILLY ranks every Dockers player and their future prospects.
10 min read
August 30, 2023 - 8:00AM
Fremantle’s disappointing season could have serious implications for some of the Dockers’ out-of-contract players. Picture: Darrian Traynor/Getty Images
The siren sounded to end Fremantle’s round 24 clash with Hawthorn and reality hit home.
After returning to finals for the first time in seven years last season, the Dockers will spend September as onlookers after a disappointing regression.
Fremantle are suddenly back where they were at the end of 2021, left with some serious list questions ahead of the penultimate season of the club’s strategic plan.
With that in mind, this Fremantle list is not one that rates the Dockers’ playing group in order of their 2023 performance, but rather one that assesses the importance of players to the club going forward.
1. Caleb Serong, 22 (22 games in 2023)
Overtook Andrew Brayshaw as Fremantle’s best player this season, but also stamped himself as the Dockers’ next captain. Serong took his game to new heights in the midfield, winning more disposals than any other player in the competition and also finished in the top five for total clearances. Is the equal second-most committed player on Fremantle’s list, with a contract until 2027, and the club’s most important player in 2024.
2. Luke Jackson, 21 (23 games in 2023)
One of the biggest questions the Dockers had to answer this season was whether Luke Jackson would justify the expenditure? It’s a resounding yes so far. They call him the ‘unicorn’ and Jackson’s versatility and presence wherever he plays justifies that. Now Fremantle must consider what his best fit is moving forward. Because he’s dominated the ruck in Sean Darcy’s absence, but he’s not worth $1 million a year playing up forward.
3. Andrew Brayshaw, 23 (23 games in 2023)
Wasn’t quite at the same level as last year, when he made his debut in the All-Australian team, but his best is still extremely good. His defensive pressure and two-way running is up there with the best midfielders in the competition. Finished second in total disposals across the season. Contracted until the end of 2025 and will have a big say in Fremantle’s fortunes moving forward.
4. Jye Amiss, 20 (22 games in 2023)
Fremantle can build their forward line around Amiss knowing he’s only going to get better. A 41-goal season is a remarkable achievement for a second-year forward and he did it in a team that ranked in the bottom three for Inside 50s per game. It didn’t matter that he gave up size or experience each week. Makes the most of limited opportunity thanks to his incredible accuracy and he’s the most committed Docker on the list, locked away until 2029.
5. Sean Darcy, 25 (15 games in 2023)
Was in the middle of another strong season when he was struck down by a season-ending ankle injury. At his best, he can challenge and beat the best ruckmen in the competition. His hitout win percentage was elite. Remains one of Fremantle’s most important players but the Dockers need to find a way to avoid paying the in-demand star too much, with contract talks to heat up as he enters the final year of his contract.
6. Hayden Young, 22 (22 games in 2023)
A valuable member of Fremantle’s defence ever since he was drafted, a late season move to the midfield underlined Young’s importance. He gave the Dockers more size around the ball, and he went toe to toe with some of the league’s best midfielders and won. We know all about his defensive traits, but Young’s attacking flair will be of more use in the midfield.
7. Luke Ryan, 27 (23 games in 2023)
Had Fremantle’s defence not gone backwards this year, Ryan would be close to a certainty for his second All-Australian blazer. The defender is ranked elite for disposals, intercept possessions, intercept marks and metres gained. But Ryan is also versatile and his finest hour this season came against Jeremy Cameron, keeping the big Cat goalless at Optus Stadium. A critical cog in the backline.
8. Lachie Schultz, 25 (23 games in 2023)
A career-best season for the small forward, finishing with 33 goals and a second Glendinning-Allan medal. His forward pressure has always been elite but Schultz is now hitting the scoreboard consistently and he’s somewhat of a barometer for the Dockers.
9. Brennan Cox, 25 (20 games in 2023)
Took the slightest step back from 2022, when there were calls for him to be an All-Australian, but Cox is still a crucial member of Fremantle’s defence. Is a little laconic at times but he’s a strong interceptor and important in the air. Went forward in the final game of the season so has that versatility as well.
10. Sam Switkowski, 26 (22 games in 2023)
Rated elite by Champion Data for the past couple seasons, Switkowski played a career-high 22 games this season after several injury-interrupted years. He also kicked a career-high 16 goals. At the age of 26, Switkowski’s leadership and pressure will continue to play a crucial role up forward.
11. Alex Pearce, 28 (23 games in 2023)
Taking on the captaincy this season, Pearce was outstanding in Fremantle’s win over Geelong at GMHBA Stadium but patchy in between. His leadership and ability to handle the opposition’s No.1 key forward underscore his importance. The Dockers don’t have much key defensive depth beyond him.
It was an up-and-down season for Pearce in his first year as captain. Picture: Paul Kane/Getty Images
12. Michael Frederick, 23 (19 games in 2023)
Still only 23 but he tends to be among Fremantle’s best when the Dockers win. An important two-way runner in attack and still has room to improve, whether that’s in attack or further up the ground.
13. Jordan Clark, 22 (23 games in 2023)
Showed two sides to his game this season, switching between a rebounding defender and lockdown specialist later in the season. Only 22 but a core member of Fremantle’s backline and the Dockers look better with his run and dash.
14. Nat Fyfe, 31 (nine games in 2023)
Here’s the contentious pick. Fyfe is one of the harder players to place given his best years are behind him, but he still has so much to offer in terms of leadership and experience. Is set to be injected back into the midfield next season and if – and it’s a big if – he can stay fit then he can have a massive say regarding Fremantle’s finals hopes.
15. Matthew Johnson, 20 (18 games in 2023)
One of the shining lights of the next generation. Overcame a tough first season to play 18 games and show glimpses of his prodigious talent. Is better suited to the middle but he has the skills to play on the outside.
16. James Aish, 27 (20 games in 2023)
Gets the nod here for his versatility. They call him Mr. Fix It and at 27, he still has some good football ahead of him. Whether that’s on the wing, at halfback or in the middle.
17. Josh Treacy, 21 (17 game in 2023)
Key forwards don’t grow on trees and although he’s yet to impact games consistently, Treacy is only 21 and has all the tools to become a serviceable second fiddle. His aerial work is particularly impressive.
18. Sam Sturt, 23 (14 games in 2023)
Emerged in the second half of the season as Fremantle’s answer to a Jack Gunston or Bayley Fritsch, kicking a career-high 17 goals. He’s accurate and his defensive pressure has markedly improved.
19. Heath Chapman, 21 (three games in 2023)
Only played three games this season because of soft-tissue injuries and a dislocated shoulder. But a fit and healthy Heath Chapman will be critical to Fremantle sticking by Hayden Young’s midfield shift. The Dockers missed him this year.
20. Michael Walters, 32 (20 games in 2023)
Will start the 2024 season as Fremantle’s most experienced player. While the 222-gamer is at the back end of his career, he’s still playing good football, hitting the scoreboard and setting the standard for the Dockers’ young forward line to follow.
21. Jaeger O‘Meara, 29 (21 games in 2023)
Was viewed as David Mundy’s replacement but in reality, O’Meara replaced Will Brodie. He’s a nice piece of the puzzle and his best football is as an inside midfielder. But it’s hard to see how the Dockers fit everyone in if Fyfe returns.
22. Neil Erasmus, 19 (14 games in 2023)
Similar to O’Meara, it’s a bit difficult to see where Erasmus fits in Fremantle’s midfield mix when everyone is fully fit. He was always in the selection conversation and played 14 games this year, but Johnson has overtaken him and he’ll need to evolve to play a bigger role going forward.
23. Tom Emmett, 21 (two games in 2023)
Only played two games, in the final two rounds of the season, but quickly earned the adoration of Fremantle fans. The Dockers must find a way to fit him in next season because his physicality, decision-making and accuracy are well advanced for a 21-year-old.
24. Brandon Walker, 20 (14 games in 2023)
A bit of conjecture on how quickly he can return from a torn patella tendon after a horrific fall at the MCG. But Walker is emerging as a lockdown specialist and he’ll be lining up on the competition’s best small forwards for years to come.
25. Bailey Banfield, 25 (14 games in 2023)
Can have a massive impact on games when everything goes right, but the Dockers need to decide whether they’ve gone past him. Because the likes of Sturt and Emmett have more room to grow at AFL level.
26. Corey Wagner, 26 (nine games in 2023)
At his third club, Wagner played the final seven games of the season. Although he doesn’t always hit it, he’s one of the few Dockers brave enough to take on the dangerous kick while exiting defence. Worth persisting with.
27. Karl Worner, 21 (four games in 2023)
Made his debut in round 17 after dominating at WAFL level and played a further three games late in the season. A strong runner but unsure if he’ll be there round one next season.
28. Ethan Hughes, 28 (20 games in 2023)
Played 20 games this season after starting on the wing then moving back into defence. As reliable as Hughes has been, at the age of 28 it is time Fremantle’s next generation of defenders pushed past him.
29. Will Brodie, 25 (five games in 2023)
Fell out of favour this season despite being a key part of Fremantle’s rise to finals in 2022. The Dockers didn’t do enough to fit him and O’Meara into the same midfield. Contracted until the end of 2026, but it’s now hard to see Brodie returning to Fremantle’s best 22 unless injuries strike.
30. Nathan O’Driscoll, 21 (10 games in 2023)
Another to take a step back following a breakout 2022 campaign. Played 10 games this year, but was on the outer more often than not. Should be back in wing contention if Henry requests a trade. His best is explosive.
31. Ethan Stanley, 19 (two games in 2023)
The mid-season draft pick managed to break through for two games in the back end of the season and looked the part as an AFL footballer. There’s a world in which he’s there round one next year but, even if not, he’s a definite part of Fremantle’s future plans.
32. Josh Corbett, 27 (five games in 2023)
Arrived at Fremantle as a depth forward and that’s how his year played out, called upon five times throughout the season. Unless he starts dominating the WAFL, the Dockers would rather get games into their next generation.
33. Joel Hamling, 30 (four games in 2023)
Came into the team late in the season in place of Brennan Cox and was solid. The 2016 premiership player is obviously good enough to play AFL football, he just won’t get the opportunity while Cox, Pearce and Ryan are fit.
34. Matt Taberner, 30 (four games in 2023)
Played the first month of the season before injuries struck once again. His body has failed him on several occasions now. That has allowed the likes of Amiss and Treacy to jump ahead of him in the pecking order.
35. Liam Henry, 22 (16 game in 2023)
Would be higher if he wasn’t likely to request a trade at the end of the season. After four years and a lot of tough love, Henry finally found his feet at AFL level in the second half of the season. But another club is set to reap the rewards of Fremantle’s development.
36. Hugh Davies, 18 (0 games in 2023)
Should evolve into a reliable key defender but he’s a few years away from that point. Hasn’t looked out of place at league level in the WAFL, but has also been demoted to the reserves on three occasions.
37. Josh Draper, 19 (0 games in 2023)
The category B rookie is an athletic tall who can play at either end, but is being moulded into a key defender. Was a surprise addition to Fremantle’s travelling party to Adelaide earlier in the season but is still a little way off senior football.
38. Liam Reidy, 23 (0 games in 2023)
The mature-age ruck recruit has been a force at WAFL level this season and currently ranks in the top three for hit-outs. At 23, he still has room to grow but it’s unlikely he’ll get a look in unless both Darcy and Jackson suffer injuries.
39. Max Knobel, 19 (0 games in 2023)
An exciting long-term prospect for Fremantle but the ruckman has played most of his footy in the WAFL reserves this season. Still needs a couple of years of development before he’s considered AFL ready.
40. Conrad Williams, 18 (0 games in 2023)
What Williams lacks in size he makes up with talent. His skills are excellent but he’s a long way off AFL footy.
41. Sebit Kuek, 22 (0 games in 2023)
Unfortunately suffered an ACL tear in the second half of the season and will be out of action for most of 2024. An exciting project player if he can get back to full fitness.
42. Nathan Wilson, 30 (four games in 2023)
Spent the first month of the season in Fremantle’s senior side and was reliable before the Dockers made the pivot towards youth in defence. On the cusp of being cut despite being a solid contributor over several years.
43. Travis Colyer, 32 (0 games in 2023)
The two-club veteran failed to play a game this season after injury delayed his start to the year. At 32, Fremantle now have better options up forward and he’s unlikely to be there next year.
44. Eric Benning, 20 (0 games in 2023)
Unfortunately the Next Generation Academy graduate hasn’t been able to find his feet at AFL level and he’ll likely be delisted.
Agreed. Decisions like this are what subsequently lead to players like Hamling having to be let go because we don’t have enough list spots. A 2 year deal for a rookie listed player that has never played a game was dumb.
