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Fremantle Football Club - pre-season intraclub game in Cockburn Central. Nat Fyfe on the sidelines.

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Don’t write off Fyfe from playing part in premiership

A word of warning to the football community — write Nat Fyfe off at your own risk, writes Mitchell Woodcock.

Mitchell Woodcock

Fremantle forward Josh Treacy.

AFLCommentsPremiumJosh Treacy bullish on what he and Jye Amiss can do in 2025

Fremantle have two of the best young key forwards in the AFL and the club’s leading goalkicker from last season, Josh Treacy, believes they can have a massive impact this year.

Craig O'Donoghue

AFLW coach Lisa Webb, Dockers first training session for the year Andrew Ritchie

AFLWCommentsPremiumDockers AFLW coach using men’s program to upskill

Fremantle AFLW boss Lisa Webb has spent the off-season embedded in the club’s men’s program in a move she says will help her upskill as a coach.

Caitlin Bassett

Isaiah Dudley hopes to bring that X-Factor

AFL CommentsPremiumNew Docker’s pledge to bring the heat this season

Fremantle recruit Isiah Dudley has pledged to bring X-factor to the Dockers’ stacked forward line this season and revealed which teammates have taken him under their wing

Jackson Barrett

Sandy Brock's long road to the Eagles.

AFLPremiumHow Brock went from NT talent to Eagles backman

From Darwin to Mandurah to the Gold Coast and now Lathlain — Sandy Brock has been through a few pit stops so far in his football career.

Mitchell Woodcock

Nat Fyfe could be ready for round one.

AFLCommentsPremiumFyfe still a chance to tackle Geelong in season opener

Nat Fyfe’s hopes of playing in Fremantle’s season opener are still alive as he races the clock to take on Geelong at GMHBA Stadium next month.

Mitchell Woodcock

A monster pre-season has Fremantle star Luke Jackson looking as fit as ever and in a position to play on-ball in his own right, an AFL expert has told The West Australian. 

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The West Australian exclusive
Unleash Luke! Expert calls for Freo to play Jackson on-ball

A monster pre-season has Fremantle star Luke Jackson looking as fit as ever and in a position to play on-ball in his own right, an AFL expert has told The West Australian. 

Jackson Barrett

Fremantle president Chris Sutherland at Thursday’s season launch.

AFLVideoCommentsPremium‘Done with talking’: Freo leader’s statement of flag intent

Fremantle president Chris Sutherland has used his speech at the club’s season launch to make it clear that ‘it’s time for action’, raising the expectations for the club this season. SEE THE FULL SPEECH HERE

Craig O'Donoghue

Luke Ryan offers a drink to umpires at Dockers first training session for the year

AFL VideoCommentsOn the attack: Freo won’t have ‘vanilla’ style from here on

Fremantle defender Luke Ryan has pledged his side will take the game on this season after coach Justin Longmuir kept cards close to his chest against the Indigenous All Stars. 

Jackson Barrett

Fremantle need to be clear in the premiership mission writes Jackson Barrett.

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Fremantle should use season launch to make bold flag call

This is a no-excuses season for Fremantle in their hunt for a maiden premiership and they have the perfect opportunity to own it in front of players, stakeholders and fans, writes Jackson Barrett.

Jackson Barrett

AFL great Matthew Richardson says playing in September is a non-negotiable for the Dockers this year, who should be pushing for a top-four finish after a disappointing 2024 season.

AFLVideoCommentsPremium‘No excuses’: September or bust for Freo, says Richo

AFL great Matthew Richardson says playing in September is a non-negotiable for the Dockers this year, who should be pushing for a top-four finish after a disappointing 2024 season.

Samantha Rogers & Jackson Barrett

Fremantle are hopeful Hayden Young will return for their final pre-season clash.

AFLVideoCommentsPremiumDockers hopeful Young will be ready to face Demons

Fremantle are hopeful Hayden Young will resume from a hamstring niggle for their final pre-season clash against Melbourne on March 2.

Glen Quartermain

Sam Switkowski has been placed in concussion protocols.

AFLVideoCommentsPremiumFresh concern for Switkowski amid latest concussion setback

Fremantle forward Sam Switkowski has been placed in concussion protocols for the second time in 12 months after a big collision against the Indigenous All Stars on Saturday.

Craig O'Donoghue

Corey Wagner looks to evade Maurice Rioli.

AFLCommentsPremiumWagner ‘peaking’ as he looks to help lead Dockers defence

Fremantle backman Corey Wagner concedes that it will not be easy to hold his spot in the Dockers’ defence but believes he is entering the peak of his career. 

Caitlin Bassett

Jye Amiss, Jaeger O'Meara and Luke Jackson.

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Laidley’s player ratings: Every Docker ranked

Who starred and who struggled? Danielle Laidley’s player ratings return for 2025, with a look at every Docker from Fremantle’s pre-season opener.

Danielle Laidley

The Indigenous All Stars want to play together again.

AFLVideoCommentsMore please! Freo and All Stars want clash to become regular

Saturday’s clash between Fremantle and the Indigenous All Stars has been widely praised, and now both teams want to ensure that the games are played more often.

Craig O'Donoghue

Caleb Serong battles teammate turned foe Michael Walters.

ALL STARSCommentsSerong keen to embrace expectations after unique clash

Caleb Serong described playing against the All Stars in Saturday’s pre-season game as “a different experience on a great day” and says the Dockers will embrace the external expectation of deep September run.

Glen Quartermain

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AFLPremiumCoach’s ‘vanilla’ admission rocks AFL

Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir has casually dropped an eyebrow-raising admission about his team’s fake performance in Saturday’s All Star game.

Brad Elborough

Heath Chapman reacts after an All Stars goal.

AFLCommentsPremiumLongmuir: Dockers played ‘vanilla’ footy to hide secrets

Fremantle were no match for the Indigenous All Stars on Saturday, but Dockers coach Justin Longmuir revealed his team would play a far different style during the season. Here’s why.

Craig O'Donoghue

Michael Walters celebrates a goal.

AFLVideoCommentsAll Stars shine bright in dazzling exhibition display

The Indigenous All Stars opened with a war dance before bouncedown and expressing themselves with quick feet, sure hands and inventive minds once the game started to put Fremantle to the sword at Optus Stadium.

Glen Quartermain

Neil Erasmus is tackled by Jy Simpkin.

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Fringe Dockers fail to stake claim for spots in best 23

Fremantle had a stack of big names missing against the Indigenous All Stars, but their fringe players didn’t seize the chance to absolutely demand selection for round one, writes Craig O’Donoghue.

Craig O'Donoghue

Michael Frederick looks to wrap up Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera.

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Five Dockers who impressed in All Stars clash

Fremantle were no match for the Indigenous All Stars, but they still had players who shone in the 43-point defeat. Here’s our pick of the bunch as the Dockers completed their first pre-season hit-out.

Chris Robinson

The Indigenous All Stars players performing their war cry.

AFLVideoCommentsWATCH: Indigenous All Stars war cry sets Optus alight

The Indigenous All Stars put on a superb pre-game war cry before continuing to let their feet do the talking in a hot start to their exhibition game against Fremantle at Optus Stadium.

Chris Robinson

Bobby Hill (left) and Willie Rioli celebrate.

AFLCommentsRECAP: All Stars crush Fremantle in showpiece event

Footy’s back with a blast from the past as the Indigenous All Stars return for the first time in 10 years to take on Fremantle. Follow all the action here!

Jake Santa Maria