They’ve maturing before our very eyes.
They’ve developed a resolve and resilience which will hold them in good stead for the challenges which will be thrown their way for the remainder of the season.
Chesser chases consistency
At 22, and taken as a first round draft pick, Campbell Chesser could easily have notched 70 games.
However, after four injury interrupted seasons on the Eagles list, the highly touted athlete hasn’t even played half this.
Ankle surgery in February threatened to wipe out 2025, but importantly, the 2021 draftee is back in the side and showing promise.
Chesser is desperately chasing consistency, in his body and performances.
The out of contract winger is playing for his career, at least at the Eagles – and since being recalled a fortnight ago – he’s showing he could still yet be part of West Coast’s rebuild.
Chesser’s running power was on show against ladder leaders Adelaide while he’s displayed his disposal and composure is improving.
He’s hit the scoreboard in consecutive games and could easily have been a multiple goalkicker if not for some ring rust against the Crows.
But there’s enough there to show why West Coast should persist.
With even luck, Chesser will play out the final two games and finish the year injury free, ready to tackle a crucial pre-season.
There’s enough upside in Chesser for the Eagles to re-sign the wingman.
A contract with a low base payment, but heavily stacked with incentives, can work for both parties.
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