Welcome Back, Brynn Teakle

After spending the last 2 seasons at Port Adelaide in the AFL, Brynn Teakle returns to East Fremantle for the 2024 season. The popular ruckman had spent the pre-season training at reigning premiers, Collingwood, narrowly missing out on being added to their list. Teakle was picked up as a mid season draft selection in 2022, making his AFL debut against Sydney in Round 14. Unfortunately, he broke his collarbone in the game which required surgery. 

On reflection on his time at Port, Teakle was able to see first hand the preparation required to perform week in and week out.

“Being at Port, I was able to see how some of the best players in the competition went about preparing, how hard they worked and how much dedication and time they put into recovery. I was able to tweak a few things in those spaces that I believe have helped me develop as a player”.

After a disappointing end at Port, Teakle was thrown an opportunity at Collingwood and loved his time with the Magpies.

“Collingwood was amazing - their attention to detail on the track and in the gym was elite and everyone at the club just wanted to help you get better. They have that winners mentality and prioritise having fun while working hard and that’s something I want to continue to focus on as a player”.

Football Manager, Brad Dodd, believes Brynn still has something to offer at the next level.

“We’re excited to welcome Brynn back to Shark Park. He had worked incredibly hard to create an opportunity at the next level, and while it hasn’t panned out as well as he would’ve liked, he is determined to continue to work on his game and keep his name in the mix. He’ll play mainly as a ruckman with East Fremantle but has shown previously that he can be damaging as a forward also”.

Teakle is looking forward to coming back to the WA, where he has great support from family and team-mates.

“I’ve certainly missed the WA beaches. I’m also looking forward to being able to head home to Geraldton at any time and spend some time on the family farm in Northampton. The boys have been really supportive over the last 2 seasons, but I have missed the big Italian meals whenever I have dinner at my good mate, Michael Tassone’s, house”.

Welcome back to the Sharks, Brynn.