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AFL Watch: Connor Blakely, Heath Chapman star for Peel Thunder in close loss to West Perth

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Darcy Tucker was strong for Peel Thunder.
Camera IconDarcy Tucker was strong for Peel Thunder. Credit: Daniel Wilkins/The West Australian

A total of 14 Fremantle-listed players turned out for Peel Thunder against West Perth in Joondalup on Saturday. Here’s how they went.

Eric Benning: Had a quiet game in the reserves with just seven touches and seven hit-outs.

Connor Blakely: Thrived in the wet conditions as one of the bigger bodies on the field.

Heath Chapman: Best for the Thunder in his first game back from a hamstring injury.

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Mitch Crowden: Played simple wet-weather footy but had limited touches.

Neil Erasmus: A strong showing at the clearances in torrid conditions.

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Matthew Johnson doubles over in pain in the final quarter.
Camera IconMatthew Johnson doubles over in pain in the final quarter. Credit: Daniel Wilkins/The West Australian

Joel Hamling: Was well beaten by Tyler Keitel before injuring his hip late.

Matthew Johnson: A quiet game and looked to have injured his groin in the final term.

Sebit Kuek: Threw his body around and did his best to be a target in wet conditions.

Lloyd Meek: Dominated in the ruck with 51 hit-outs and was a big presence in the wet.

Sam Sturt: Started well with a high work ethic but faded as the game went on.

Sebit Kuek flies for a mark in the wet.
Camera IconSebit Kuek flies for a mark in the wet. Credit: Daniel Wilkins/The West Australian

Josh Treacy: A goal courtesy of a 50m penalty was the highlight of his day.

Darcy Tucker: Did his best to get the Thunder across the side in a great final term.

Joel Western: Conditions didn’t suit the speedster, despite his best efforts.

Karl Worner: Had a monster third term in a solid outing.

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