West Coast Eagles Development Coach Jaymie Graham’s thoughts on East Perth’s loss to West Perth:

“It was disappointing. It was great for two and a half, three quarters, the boys really put in great effort and some of our style of play was good. But unfortunately it all went downhill after three-quarter time and West Perth gained the ascendency and we just couldn’t stop it. They got momentum and it was hard to stop. In the end on review, we couldn’t get our hands on the ball, something like 100 possessions to 40. It was disappointing the guys couldn’t run the game out, but I’m sure there’s some really good learning for them.”

Pat McGinnity

“Patty had a crack, as we know that’s what he brings. That’s definitely his strength, his physical pressure and competitive instinct. So ‘Ginna’ came back, he had a role to play, and he did that for four quarters.”

Alec Waterman

“He’s had a good season so far, Alec. In the midfield he wasn’t looked out of place. He’s really clean with his hands around stoppages. So he’s been racking up the possessions and also getting his fair share of clearances so it’s been good.”

Scott Lycett

“Scotty was good, he had some focus areas when he came back and he executed those. He competed in the ruck and he gave us a target up forward in what was quite a small forward line. It was good he gave us a focal point and he kicked a few goals.”

Mark Hutchings

“It was another solid hit-out for Hutch, he got a tight run-with earlier in the game and he fought through that. He’s starting to build and get some minutes up, he’s getting into some good form and hopefully he’s pushing for senior selection soon.”

Malcolm Karpany

“Mally’s been out for a few weeks and he came back through the reserves. He played in the midfield; he got his hands on the ball and worked on a few focus areas that he’s been working on at training. It was pleasing to see him get through and hopefully he’s pushing for selection in the senior side at East Perth this week.”