Nic Nat’s got competition as fans FLOCK to open training

Nic Nat’s got competition as fans FLOCK to open training

They could also be coming off an all-time low two-win season, however West Coast followers have stored the religion, turning out in droves for the primary open coaching session of the yr.

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More than 500 followers surrounded the oval at Mineral Resources Park, eager to catch a glimpse of their favorite participant as they proceed to arrange for spherical one, which is simply two months away.

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Alexander Slater, 11, and Lucas Pollock, 11.
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Alexander Slater, 11, and Lucas Pollock, 11.
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There had been loads of loud cheers for the likes of Nic Naitanui, Jeremy McGovern and Luke Shuey as they streamed previous with footballs in hand.

Scarves and flags had been waved with ardour and there was undoubtedly a coordinated effort to put on as a lot yellow and blue as attainable as they give the impression of being to indicate their help for the crew.

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Oscar Allen poses for pictures.
Camera IconOscar Allen poses for photos. Credit: Kelsey Reid/The West Australian

The actual pleasure got here as soon as the session was carried out when the gamers walked over to signal autographs for the affected person followers.

Unsurprisingly, Naitanui was fashionable amongst the followers, spending greater than half an hour attempting to work his approach by the group with a marker in hand, feverously signing his identify on every kind of merchandise.

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Fans lined up to meet Nic Naitanui.
Camera IconFans lined as much as meet Nic Naitanui. Credit: Kelsey Reid/The West Australian

But he’s acquired two younger stars scorching on his heels as the principle man for the followers.

Returning ahead Oscar Allen acquired loads of consideration from the younger followers as he prepares to exchange Josh Kennedy because the no.1 ahead, whereas second-year midfielder Campbell Chesser was additionally Mr Popular, as followers await to lastly see the first-round draftee play.

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Fans meet captain Luke Shuey alongside Brady Hough.
Camera IconFans meet captain Luke Shuey alongside Brady Hough. Credit: Kelsey Reid/The West Australian

Fans wished the gamers good luck, because the vibes remained excessive regardless of the membership’s lows of 2022.