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WAFL 2026: Swan Districts forward Leigh Kohlmann labels win over East Perth best of past two years

Swan Districts forward Leigh Kohlmann has labelled Saturday’s 19-point upset victory over East Perth the club’s best win of the past two years, and believes something big is brewing in Bassendean.
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· Jun 23, 2026
Danielle Laidley: Insane Fremantle depth has Dockers midfield the best in the AFL
Which team has the best midfield in the competition in 2026? After last week’s game against Geelong, the answer is Fremantle, writes Danielle Laidley.
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