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West Coast Eagles Secure Emotional First Win of Season, Honoring Adam Selwood

The Eagles snapped an 11-game losing streak with a 28-point victory over St Kilda, driven by Andrew McQualter's tactical changes and a tribute to their late premiership hero.

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Jayden Hunt, Liam Ryan and Tyler Brockman celebrate.
Harley Reid burst the game open in the second quarter.

Overview

  • West Coast Eagles defeated St Kilda Saints 16.12 (108) to 12.8 (80) at Optus Stadium, breaking a 291-day winless drought and marking Andrew McQualter's first victory as head coach.
  • The match served as an emotional tribute to former premiership player Adam Selwood, who passed away suddenly a day before the game at age 41.
  • McQualter's high-pressure, fast-start strategy overwhelmed the Saints, with standout performances from Brady Hough (24 disposals, first career goal) and Harley Reid (15 disposals, two goals).
  • St Kilda suffered their fifth loss in six weeks, struggling to handle the Eagles' relentless intensity and facing concerns over Jack Macrae's knee injury.
  • McQualter praised his players for channeling their emotions into a spirited performance, describing the period following Selwood's passing as one of the most challenging of his life.