Derby Preview

The stakes for the ANZAC Day Derby are as high as ever, with the Sharks desperate for a win tomorrow at Fremantle Community Bank Oval.

Although The Sharks go into the match as underdogs, it’s a well-known fact that anything can happen in a derby.

Last week, the boys showed grit that had been missing from the earlier games and will now look to maintain a four-quarter effort.

Into the 25 this week comes Dion Anthony, Josh Cuneo, Carl Green, Alex Moreno and Tom Bennett, who will make his league debut against the Bulldogs.

Bennett played juniors for Willetton, before making his way through the East Fremantle talent pathway.  After three seasons with the Colts, he progressed into senior footy playing 21 games since 2016. This year, Bennett was named captain of the Development League and after racking up 26 and 27 possessions in the past two games, has more than earned himself a spot in the side.

The Development League also face a tough task, with South Fremantle on top of the ladder. Sitting just outside the top 5, The Sharks should be boosted from last weeks nail biting win against Swan Districts.

MATCH DAY INFO

SOUTH FREMANTLE v EAST FREMANTLE?Tuesday April 25, 4.10pm?Fremantle Community Bank Oval

KEY TIMES

12.00pm – Main gate opens

12.30pm – Public bar opens

1.00pm – Merchandise area opens

1.05pm – Reserves game bouncedown

1.30pm – Official Anzac Derby President's Function begins

3.40pm – Pre-game formalities commence

4.10pm – League game bouncedown

5.25pm – Half-time afternoon tea in Griff John Room

7.00pm – League game approximately concludes

8.00pm – Post-match awards commence in Griff John Room

TICKETS

Purchase from the main gate on game day. Main gate located at the corner of Parry St and William St in Fremantle. Adult Tickets $15. Concession Tickets $12. Under 16s Free.

GETTING THERE

Nearest Bus Stop is on South Terrace. Buses 511, 513, 520, 530, 531, 532, 825, 920, 998 and 999 stop a two-minute walk from the main gate.

Nearest Train Station is Fremantle Station. Fremantle Line Train stops at Fremantle station every 15 minutes on game day which is an eight-minute walk from the main gate.

Numerous parking areas are in close proximity to the ground including parking areas on Parry St and multi-level parking on Henderson St. 

Please note parking inside the ground is limited to players and support staff on match days. 

FAMILY FRIENDLY FUN

WAFL footy is still family friendly fun. Everyone is welcome onto Fremantle Community Bank Oval at the quarter breaks and during half-time. Feel free to have a kick on field during the breaks or listen to the coaches quarter-time addresses. Please remember to give distance around team huddles and stay out of the centre square of the ground. 

FOOD OUTLETS

A number of food options and street van outlets are available to fans at Fremantle Community Bank Oval:

JD's Fast Foods: Located inside the ground next to the main gates, this van serves a wide variety of hot food, cold drinks and snacks.

New York Hot Dog: Located in front of the Victoria Pavilion, this street van serves a variety of differing gourmet hot dogs to suit all tastes.  

South Fremantle Canteen: Located at the bar in the public area of the club, the canteen sells traditional footy food including hot chips, burgers and cold drinks. 

PUBLIC BAR & TAB FACILITIES

The public bar is open to all with the entrance through the main doors to the South Fremantle club rooms. TAB facilities are located within the public area of the main bar. Bar opens at 12.30pm. 

FOLLOW THE GAME

The game will be broadcast live on 7mate from 4pm and also will be live on radio with 720 ABC Perth. Visit www.wafl.com.au or download the WAFL App to stay up to date with all the action on game day including live stats and a radio broadcast.