Mandurah will once again play host to AFL pre-season action in 2021, with the West Coast Eagles and Fremantle Dockers set to lock horns at David Grays Arena.
The AAMI Community Series match has become a tradition in Mandurah, with the two clubs frequenting the Rushton Park venue in recent years.
From 2019:
Last year saw Fremantle host Carlton at Mandurah's premier facility, with the Dockers scoring a 47-point win on the back of electrifying performances from then-new recruits James Aish and Blake Acres.
The game this year will give local Dockers and Eagles fans a glimpse into what their side has planned for the upcoming season.
Many fresh-faced draftees and new recruits will get the chance to showcase their wares.
No doubt Fremantle fans will be eager to see first-round draft choice Heath Chapman in action, while West Coast supporters may get a glimpse of new recruit Alex Witherden.
But while the new additions are exciting, let's not forget the plethora of stars that could be on show during the game.
Two-time Brownlow medalist Nat Fyfe is likely to see his share of game time for the Dockers, along with 2020 NAB AFL Rising Star Caleb Serong.
Fan-favourite Nic Naitanui will no doubt give Eagles fans a show, along with the likes of Luke Shuey, Elliott Yeo and Tim Kelly.
The game is expected to draw thousands to Mandurah, in what will also be a boon for local businesses.
It will be played on Sunday, March 7 with the first bounce scheduled for 4.10pm.
Justin Rake
Sports journalist for the Mandurah Mail, Australian Community Media, Fairfax Media.
Sports journalist for the Mandurah Mail, Australian Community Media, Fairfax Media.
