MIKAYLA WESTERN

DRAFTED: Pick 53, 2022 Draft

Age: 26

Height: 166

Games Played: 29

Goals: 7

Mikayla Western was selected by the West Coast Eagles with their final pick in the 2022 AFLW Draft, marking the start of an exciting chapter with the club. Prior to this, she made her AFLW debut with the Fremantle Dockers in the inaugural 2017 season. After joining the Eagles in 2022, Western played eight games before an arm injury cut her season short. However, she bounced back strongly in 2023, playing in all but one game and solidifying her role as a key on-ball contributor.

In 2024, Western had a standout season, kicking four goals, including a memorable running goal against Sydney. Her consistency and high-level performance earned her a spot in the top ten of the club’s Best and Fairest awards, further cementing her value to the team. Her impressive form led to a contract extension in March 2024, securing her services with the West Coast Eagles until 2026 and solidifying her position as a crucial player for the club’s future.

Known for her dynamic, tenacious style, Western is a midfield dynamo. Her speed and agility make her an elusive player who can quickly transition the ball, evade tackles, and create scoring opportunities. Whether pushing forward to score or tracking back defensively, her ability to read the game and position herself effectively makes her an asset at both ends of the ground. Mikayla Western is an exciting and well-rounded player, consistently making an impact for the West Coast Eagles.