Players to watch in Round 15 of WAFL actionFriday, July 18, 2025 - 10:55 AM - by Jordan McArdle

We take a look at the players to watch ahead of an exciting Round 15 of WAFL action.

Perth v Swan Districts, Saturday, 2.10pm at Mineral Resources Park

Blake Schlensog (Perth)

2025 STATS

Disposals: 17

Hit-outs: 19.5

Goals: 1.1

Schlensog has been a consistent and reliable contributor for the Demons in 2025, showcasing his strength in the ruck and up forward.

The former Geelong-listed big man has became an integral part of a star-studded Perth engine-room alongside fellow ex Cats Brandan Parfitt and Charlie Constable.

The Demons will be desperate to bounce back against Swan Districts at Mineral Resources Park on Saturday after a disappointing 80-point loss to East Perth last round.

Aidan Clarke (Swan Districts)

2025 STATS

Disposals: 22.8

Marks: 4.6

Clarke has been building nicely for Swan Districts and performed strongly in Saturday’s narrow loss to premiership fancies South Fremantle.

He racked up a game-high eight clearances last round to go with 29 disposals.

He will be a key cog in an exciting midfield battle alongside Jesse Turner and Jye Chalcraft, who come up against star ex-AFL pair Charlie Constable and Brandan Parfitt.

East Fremantle v Peel Thunder, Saturday, 2.30pm at Revo Fitness Stadium

Milan Murdock (East Fremantle)

2025 STATS

Disposals: 27

Tackles: 8.4

We all know how dominant Milan Murdock can be as he enjoys another impressive campaign for East Fremantle.

The Sharks will need another big performance out of their midfield maestro in they’re to snap a three-game losing run against Peel Thunder at The Good Grocer Park on Saturday and get their season back on track.

It will be a tough assignment for Murdock against a Docker-laden Thunder midfield but we all know his ability to step up.

Archie Caldow (Peel Thunder)

2025 STATS

Disposals: 17.1

Tackles: 4.1

The first-year Peel Thunder talent has combined nicely with the team’s AFL-listed contingent in his debut season in the WAFL.

The athletic 192cm utility was spoken about as a potential AFL Mid-Season Draft candidate after an eye-catching start on the wing.

The Ballarat product and former GWV Rebels player be looking for a strong finish to the season to continue to push his draft case.

Claremont v Subiaco, Saturday, 2.30pm at Revo Fitness Stadium

Jaiden Hunter (Claremont)

2025 STATS

Goals: 2.9

Disposals: 11

Marks: 5.25

The former Essendon-listed forward has been a fine recruit after choosing Claremont over his original club Perth.

Hunter has combined nicely with fellow twin tower Kieran Gowdie, booting 23 goals in just eight games.

He’s provided a strong focal point and makes the Tigers a much better side when he’s on the park after an injury-interrupted start saw him miss several weeks.

Daniel Gathercole (Subiaco)

2025 STATS

Disposals: 15.4

The former West Perth speedster has been a handy addition to Subiaco’s senior side in 2025 after crossing from the Falcons early in the season.

Gathercole provides line-breaking pace and a reliable kick and will be need a big game if the Lions are to upset the likely finals-bound Tigers at Revo Fitness Stadium on Saturday.