WAFL: Subiaco secures second spot despite Sharks loss

Monday, August 28, 2023 - 3:42 PM - by Matt Paddick

 

Subiaco’s loss to East Fremantle on Saturday August 26 hasn’t stopped the side from finishing in second spot on the WAFL Ladder.

The Lions have earned the right to host Peel Thunder on Saturday September 2 in the Qualifying Final.

The winner will take on the Sharks in two weeks time to play for a spot in the Grand Final.

Subiaco was competitive for the majority of Read More [+]

Final's Week 1 Info

Sunday, August 27, 2023 - 10:18 AM

With the WAFL regular season over and the top 5 set, Subiaco starts Week 1 of the finals with all three grades playing at home at Leederville Oval on Saturday 2 September.  Venues and times will be 100% confirmed on Monday morning. 

The Club will be releasing ticketing information to Members around midday on Monday and Members will have first priority to ticketing options. 

Supporters can get ticketing information through our Club E Newsletter, our Read More [+]

WAFL: Round 20 Match Preview vs East Fremantle

Friday, August 25, 2023 - 12:39 PM - by Matt Paddick

 

Subiaco will go into this weekend’s match up with the Sharks at Leederville Oval with the knowledge of how important a win is in the context of the season.

Securing the four points would all but lock the Lions in for a home final, while a big win could see them finish in top spot.

Lose however, and the side could fall as low as fifth, pending the Read More [+]

Lawrence leaves lasting legacy on Lions

Friday, August 25, 2023 - 12:33 PM - by Matt Paddick

 

While Mark Lawrence’s term at Subiaco Football Club’s President may be coming to an end, the legacy he leaves the club will last forever.

For 40 years, Lawrence has been involved with the Lions in a variety of different roles, including as a sponsor, a board member, and as the club director.

He said he came on board as part of the Save Subi campaign from the club.

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Colts: Remaining games a chance for momentum, as Subiaco prepares for finals run

Friday, August 25, 2023 - 12:31 PM - by Matt Paddick

 

With a spot in the Colts finals already wrapped up with two games to go, Subiaco are looking to build on their momentum in what's shaping to be an exciting finals series.

The top four is separated by just two wins, with Subiaco in fourth on percentage.

Despite sealing their finals spot, Colts coach John Mansbridge said there’s plenty to play for in the remaining fixtures.

“On Read More [+]

Vale to Austin Robertson Jr.

Wednesday, August 23, 2023 - 10:36 AM

The Club is saddened to hear of the passing of club legend Austin Robertson Jnr.

Ocker was a Subiaco life member, Diehard and an inaugural inductee into the WA Football Hall of Fame. As the leading goalkicker for Subiaco twelve (12) times, he also won the Bernie Naylor Medal 8 times as the WAFL leading goal kicker. 

Overall, Robertson kicked 1315 goals in his career, the fourth-highest total in elite Australian rules football history. For Read More [+]

WAFL: Lions keep top spot within reach after win over Bulldogs

Monday, August 21, 2023 - 1:25 PM - by Matt Paddick

 

Subiaco was challenged, but ultimately able to complete a 30-point win over South Fremantle at Fremantle Community Bank Oval on Saturday August 19.

A competitive first half saw the two sides separated by just eight points, with the game in the balance.

Beau Wardman’s men took the fight to the Bulldogs in the second half, with a number of players stepping up.

It allowed Subiaco to claim Read More [+]

Reserves: Squad mentality driving senior success

Friday, August 18, 2023 - 1:19 PM - by Matt Paddick

 

Having a whole program buzzing only helps the teams competing, when in a competitive environment.

It’s a situation the Reserves find themselves in, as they aim to compete for a double chance.

With the League pushing for a strong finish as well, it has the men’s senior program focused on success, which is important according to Reserves coach Jamie Battigelli. 

“The camaraderie and atmosphere you build around Read More [+]

WAFL: Lions resilience on show in top-five fight

Friday, August 18, 2023 - 1:13 PM - by Matt Paddick

 

Sitting at a three-game losing streak after round 14, Subiaco’s season was at a crossroads.

By no means out of the race in fifth spot, but after being on the wrong end of a couple of close results, the Lions were on the verge of losing touch with the top of the ladder.

However, head coach Beau Wardman saw things differently.

“I didn’t think our football was Read More [+]

WAFL: Round 19 Match Preview vs South Fremantle

Friday, August 18, 2023 - 1:02 PM - by Matt Paddick

 

Subiaco will aim to keep their spot in the top two, when they take on South Fremantle at Fremantle Community Bank Oval on Saturday August 19.

With the Bulldogs being injury hit and out of finals contention, the side will be looking towards next year and how they can improve.

It means the Lions must be ready for anything, as they look to build on a three-game winning Read More [+]