Well, look who’s sticking around—Georgie Cleaver just inked a fresh two-year deal with the Eagles, which means she’ll be hanging out in blue and gold until at least 2027. Not too shabby for someone who just hit 20.
Honestly, you’d be hard-pressed to find a young defender getting more buzz than Cleaver right now. She’s got that perfect combo: athletic, tough in the air, and doesn’t mind mixing it up with the best forwards in the comp. No wonder the Eagles are basically building the whole backline around her.
Living the Dream—Literally
For Cleaver, signing up again? Easy as. “Didn’t even have to think about it,” she said. “I grew up watching these guys, and now we’re on the edge of something big. Plus, getting coached by Daisy Pearce? That’s bucket list stuff.”
She’s a Perth local who used to juggle top-level netball and footy—must be nice to have options, right? Picked footy, and hasn’t looked back. Eighteen games in and she’s already got the job of shutting down the league’s nastiest forwards. No pressure.
Building Something Real
List boss Jordan Loxley is clearly a fan. “We’re stoked to keep Georgie on board,” he said. “This is the first year she’s just focused on footy, and you can see the jump. She can match up on anyone, picks off intercepts, and sets us up on the rebound. She’s a key piece, no doubt about it.”
From Netball Courts to AFLW Ovals
Cleaver’s not just a one-trick pony. Before rocking up at West Coast, she was repping WA as a junior, playing as a tall defender who could swing forward if needed. That whole netball background? Adds a bit of X-factor to her game. Smart, adaptable—she’s got it.
With Daisy Pearce at the helm, Cleaver’s just getting started. The whole club’s on the up and, honestly, you can feel that build. After a few years laying the groundwork, they’re itching to make some noise.
What’s Next?
Fans barely have to wait. She’ll be out there this Sunday when the Eagles take on Collingwood in Round 8. Should be a ripper—Collingwood’s no pushover.
Bottom line: locking in young guns like Cleaver is how you build a contender. This isn’t just another contract. It’s a signal—Eagles aren’t here to mess around.
With Cleaver locked in till 2027, you just know she’s about to leave a big ol’ footprint on the club’s AFLW story.
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