The West Coast Eagles face uncertainty regarding Harley Reid’s ankle injury sustained during a recent match against Fremantle. The 20-year-old talented player was escorted off the field by trainers in the fourth quarter after being tackled by Fremantle’s Karl Worner. Initially, Reid struggled to place weight on his injured ankle, but he managed to limp to the team’s changerooms eventually.
West Coast coach Andrew McQualter shared limited details after the incident, confirming Reid had hurt his ankle and stating, “I probably don’t have much more information than that.” He noted that Reid appeared to put no weight on the injured ankle while leaving the field, yet he managed to walk off on his own. The Eagles are now awaiting the results of further scans to determine the severity of the injury.
Before the unfortunate injury, Reid had made a significant impact during the game, scoring two goals and even engaging with the crowd, who had booed him during one of his attempts. McQualter praised Reid’s performance, highlighting his commitment to the team: “I thought we saw a selfless version today of Harley… it’s pleasing to see that come through.”
Despite Reid’s efforts, the Eagles fell short against the Dockers, with the final score being 18.18 (126) to 12.5 (77), marking a frustrating evening for West Coast. The team now looks ahead, hoping for a swift recovery for Reid and a return to form as they navigate the remainder of the season.