Jetta’s seven steers Peel to historic finals berth

Tuesday, September 1, 2015 - 6:45 PM - by Alex Paull

Jetta’s seven steers Peel to historic finals berth
Alex Paull

A SEVEN-goal haul from forward Leroy Jetta has helped Peel Thunder secure a prized finals double chance, following a comfortable 39-point win over South Fremantle at Bendigo Bank Stadium on Saturday.
 

It was a scrappy affair early, but Peel simply had too much class for the Bulldogs, who bid farewell to retiring stalwart Craig White after 192 games.
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WAFL Development Carnival Announced

Tuesday, September 1, 2015 - 1:54 PM

The Peel Thunder Football Club wishes to advise of the final selection for the sides to participate in the WAFL Development Carnival to be held in the September/October School Holidays. Over 200 boys have trialed for the squads over the past 5 weeks and are to be commended for their effort, commitment and dedication to improving their football. Thanks to all coaches and support staff for their work over the initial stage of the Read More [+]

Peel’s finals race: what you need to know

Tuesday, August 25, 2015 - 4:25 PM - by Alex Paull

Peel’s finals race: what you need to know
Alex Paull
 

For the first time in its history, Peel Thunder has made it to the pointy end of the season.

It has been a year littered with broken records, including:

  • Most wins in a season (beating eight in 2008)
  • Best percentage (104.43%, first time it is in three figures)
  • Most wins in succession (four, achieved twice this year, beating Read More [+]

Peel into third after gutsy win

Monday, August 24, 2015 - 9:56 AM - by Alex Paull

Peel Thunder has jumped back into third spot on the WAFL ladder with a gutsy 13-point win over Perth at Lathlain Park on Saturday.

Despite playing the second half with only two fit men on the bench, the Thunder showed tremendous character to grind out a 14.16 (100) to 13.9 (87) win.

The Thunder was sluggish early, missing early opportunities and conceding a string of goals, as the Demons Read More [+]

Finals secured, but improvement needed

Friday, August 21, 2015 - 10:04 AM - by Alex Paull

WHILE a historic finals berth is secured, Peel will be hoping for an improved performance when it meets Perth at Lathlain Park on Saturday.

Fresh off a disappointing 32-point loss to East Perth last weekend, the Thunder will be itching to rebound against a side it has beaten on the past four occasions.

And a win would further enhance its finals credentials; given East Perth’s bye this weekend leaves Read More [+]

APPOINTMENT OF PEEL THUNDER CEO

Wednesday, August 19, 2015 - 4:12 PM

APPOINTMENT OF PEEL THUNDER CEO MEDIA RELEASE

The Board of the Peel Thunder Football Club is pleased to announce that Mr John Ditchburn has been appointed as the clubs Chief Executive Officer.  His selection follows a thorough recruitment and selection process that received a number of quality applicants from interstate, overseas and Western Australia.

The selection process involved submission of applications which were then shortlisted for interviews which took place on 6th Read More [+]

Red-hot Royals too good for sloppy Peel

Monday, August 17, 2015 - 12:27 PM - by Alex Paull

Red-hot Royals too good for sloppy Peel
Alex Paull



EAST Perth has leapfrogged Peel into third position on the WAFL ladder, with a convincing 32-point win at Bendigo Bank Stadium on Sunday.

The Thunder ‘s ball-handling and foot skills were below par for most of the day, and only a last-term fight-back restored respectability to the 13.16 (94) to 8.14 (62) scoreline.

 

Both sides peppered the Read More [+]

Media Release: WAFL Broadcast

Monday, August 17, 2015 - 12:25 PM

Release as follows: 13/08/2015 , 10.12am

Following a meeting of the eight affected WAFL clubs’ Presidents and Chief Executives, all clubs fully endorse any proposed WAFC action to ensure the issue of West Perth games not being televised is resolved prior to the 2015 WAFL McDonalds finals series.

We believe that it is in the best interests of the competition, clubs, our key partners and the wider football community – particularly those Read More [+]

‘Mini-Derby’ clash one for the ages

Friday, August 14, 2015 - 1:37 PM - by Alex Paull

Reserves: 8.30 

League ; 11.30 

Colts: 2.30 

ALREADY this Sunday’s Western Derby is being billed as the biggest clash between Fremantle and West Coast, and the same can be said for the crucial clash between Peel Thunder and East Perth at Bendigo Bank Stadium.

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Peel look to cement maiden finals berth

Monday, August 10, 2015 - 2:43 PM - by Alex Paull

PEEL is almost certain to play finals for the first time in the club’s history, following a comfortable 30-point win over South Fremantle at Fremantle Oval on Saturday.

The Thunder withstood a third-quarter comeback from the Bulldogs to record a 14.13 (97) to 11.1 (67) win in wet and wintry conditions.

The victory was Peel’s fourth in a row, consolidating its position in the top five, and with three Read More [+]

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