The West Coast Eagles are pleased to announce that premiership player and coach John Worsfold will return to the club ahead of season 2025. 

John will assume the full-time role as "Head of Football – West Coast Eagles" and work across the entirety of the club’s football programs and teams. 

His responsibilities will include coaching structure and development, performance and culture.

John brings a vast range of AFL and now corporate experience after nearly four years as General Manager of People and Culture at the ASX-listed Emeco Group.

"We are excited to see John rejoin the club in a role which we believe will be significant across our football programs. His coaching and football experience will provide vital assistance, leadership and support for our AFL, AFLW and WAFL teams,” CEO Don Pyke said. 

“We have a fresh and exciting group of leaders within our football programs and the opportunity to add someone with John’s experience is significant as we move towards future success."

Worsfold was last involved at the Eagles back in 2013 in his role as Senior Coach.

"I am excited to be back at the West Coast Eagles as the club strives to progress into the next era of on-field success across all competitions," Worsfold said.

"I have been fortunate to learn a lot in my time and role at Emeco group that has added to my AFL leadership experience. It will be an exciting period to work with some outstanding leaders across all competitions." 

Worsfold’s appointment will complement the current football department structure and work in with existing football managers – Gavin Bell (AFL) , Michelle Cowan (AFLW) and Steve Trewhella (WAFL).  

Worsfold will commence the role on November 4, 2024 ahead of the commencement of pre-season training later in November.