Fremantle Dockers star midfielder Andy Brayshaw has committed his future to the club by signing a six-year contract extension, keeping him at Fremantle until the end of 2031. This decision puts to rest any speculation about his potential move during the free agency period. citeturn0news12
Brayshaw’s commitment aligns with Fremantle’s strategy of securing key players on long-term deals. In recent times, several players, including Hayden Young, Sean Darcy, Brennan Cox, Josh Treacy, Jye Amis, Shai Bolton, and Luke Jackson, have all signed contracts extending to at least 2029. citeturn0news12
Reflecting on his decision, Brayshaw expressed his desire to be a one-club player, stating, “I’ve always wanted to be a one-club player, and now I can finally say that it’s going to happen.” He also shared his affection for Fremantle and Perth, mentioning that he and his partner, Lizzie, have citeturn0news12 “fallen in love with the joint.”
This move contrasts with recent player departures from Fremantle. Defender Joel Hamling, for instance, left the Dockers to join the Sydney Swans after declining a contract extension. At 30, Hamling opted for a multi-year deal with Sydney, marking his return to his fourth AFL club. citeturn0search0
Additionally, veteran Nat Fyfe re-signed with Fremantle in June 2023 for a further two years, keeping him at the club until 2025. Despite injury challenges and a change in role, Fyfe expressed his commitment, saying, “I was never going to play footy anywhere else.” He emphasized his dedication to helping Fremantle achieve its first premiership. citeturn0search1
These developments underscore Fremantle’s focus on building a stable and competitive team by retaining key players, while also acknowledging the natural player turnover that occurs within the AFL.
