The West Coast Eagles AFLW side have found some top-tier players in Irishwomen, Aisling McCarthy, and Niamh and Grace Kelly.

The Kelly sisters are imports from County Mayo, while McCarthy hails from Tipperary.

All three are established in their local sport Gaelic Football, but they’ve truly hit the ground running in the AFL to become mainstays in the Eagles’ side.

“It’s been great having them, they’ve been three of our most consistent from the year and they’ve continued to learn and develop.” Pratt said.

“Coming from a different sport can be difficult, but just their application each week and their listening and understanding of the game is growing.

“So I couldn’t be any more pleased with what they’ve produced this year.”

McCarthy is an exhilarating midfield who ranks in the Eagles' top three disposals for the season, while the Kelly sisters have gained this accolade in goals.

Their talent was most prominently displayed in Monday's 39-point win against the Cats, where Niamh and Grace combined for four goals and 30 disposals.

“Niamh has been playing mainly forward and every time she goes up there she gets involved." Pratt said.

“Grace has also been pretty consistent with her performance as a forward, so it’s always good to see when the three of them can link up.

“She’s been able to get on the end of a few of the plays that the girls have been involved in so I think it’s keeping the crowds entertained.” Pratt laughed.

McCarthy was also in the limelight against the Cats, taking home 19 disposals and three tackles.

But the measure of success doesn't stop there, with the on-baller sitting at the top of the Eagles' table for metres gained, contested possessions, kicks and inside 50s.

“Aish has probably been our best player for the year so far and our most consistent player, just with her contest work and her toughness around the ball.” Pratt said.

“We’re really lucky to have her especially with ‘Hooks’ (Dana Hooker) being out for most of the season, she’s definitely helped keep us in the game for long periods.

“On the weekend again she led the charge with her performance.”

While all three players have different roles on field, they also exude confidence, taking some ‘risky’ kicks which have been paying off.

Some could assume it's just the 'luck of the Irish', but Pratt understands there's more to their playing style than meets the eye.

“They can be really unpredictable with how they attack the game, which is really difficult for the opposition to defend, it also gives them (the Irish players) the opportunity to score from really unusual situations.” Pratt said.

“The girls know them quite well now so it’s not unpredictable to us now, but it would definitely be for the opposition.”

But, while the Irishwomen may have a strong on-field presence, they also contribute to the team in more ways than one; fostering a strong club culture.

“I think their care for their teammates is really evident, they always open their house to the girls after the game to come around and spend time with them.” Pratt said.

“They’re definitely well-connected with the group, and I think it’s good having them come from a sport that’s first-class, and almost professional in their country, to come and help the younger girls in the group.

“They have probably been our best players, and most consistent for the year.

"Having those girls at the moment while we develop some of our younger players has been really, really beneficial for us."