The West Coast Eagles have finalised their AFL coaching structure for 2025 under new senior mentor Andrew McQualter.

The club is pleased to announce Marco Bello has been appointed as Forwards coach, working alongside fellow assistants Jarrad Schofield (Midfield), Luke Shuey (Stoppages) and Luke Webster (Backs).  

Bello’s appointment follows the addition of new Head of Development Jamie Maddocks and club great Shannon Hurn (Development Coach) to the panel.

Kyal Horsley will lead the WAFL Eagles in his second season as head coach in 2025, with Jacob Brennan continuing in a development role.

Bello crosses to the Eagles from Adelaide where he has been the Head of Development, and he also has eight years’ previous experience working at Hawthorn and coaching Box Hill in the VFL.

Marco Bello has coached at Adelaide and Hawthorn

McQualter and incoming Head of Football John Worsfold were actively involved in the interview process and were delighted to add another versatile coach with a background in player development.

“We are really excited Marco is joining the coaching group as our new forward line coach,” McQualter said.

“He has a broad range of experience coaching his own team and developing young players, and has been involved in successful programs as a player in the SANFL for Central District as well as at Hawthorn.

“In addition to that, what stood out during the process was that he is a quality person with a strong work ethic who we are confident will be an excellent resource for our playing group.

"We look forward to welcoming Marco and his family to the club next month.

Andrew McQualter will lead a new-look coaching panel

“On a personal level, I’m looking forward to working with all of our coaches next season, and welcoming Shannon Hurn back to the club as well as Jamie Maddocks into a really important role.

“I’m also thrilled Jarrad Schofield and Luke Webster have recommitted to the club to build on their strong existing relationships and knowledge of our players.”

West Coast 2025 coaching group:

Senior Coach – Andrew McQualter

Forwards Coach – Marco Bello

Midfield Coach – Jarrad Schofield

Stoppages Coach – Luke Shuey

Backs Coach – Luke Webster

Head of Development – Jamie Maddocks

Development Coach – Jacob Brennan

WAFL Eagles and Development Coach – Kyal Horsley

Development Coach – Shannon Hurn