Overview
- Ginbey produced a standout performance in West Coast’s 30‑point win over Essendon on Sunday, finishing with a game‑high 11 intercepts, seven spoils, five intercept marks and 17 disposals while largely blanketing Nate Caddy.
- Coach Andrew McQualter said Ginbey must be considered for a maiden All‑Australian selection and pointed to the defender’s contest work and intercept numbers as proof of that case.
- The 21‑year‑old has been converted from a big‑bodied midfielder into an undersized key back who now not only shuts down opponents but is increasingly winning the ball back.
- A post‑game incident in which a spectator threw a lemon at Ginbey has been reported and the club said the AFL integrity unit and Optus Stadium are likely to review the matter.
- West Coast are hopeful of securing Ginbey to a multi‑year deal this month and see his form as part of the team’s broader improvement while Essendon confirmed tactical changes for Ben McKay and an injury check for Archie May.