Andrew Brayshaw Discusses Future, Praises Win Over Swans

Andrew Brayshaw, a key player for Fremantle Dockers, has opened up about his future with the team, labeling their recent win over the Sydney Swans as one of the best in his career. While Brayshaw's contract is up at the end of 2025, he remains focused on the current season and isn't in a hurry to start new contract talks. Here's a closer look at what he had to say.

Key Points

Future Contract Talks

Current Contract: Ends in 2025.
Focus: Finish the season strong before discussing a new deal.
Free Agency: Enters free agency in 2025.
Victoria Pull: Dismisses rumors about returning to Victoria; considers Perth home.

Recent Performances

Sydney Swans Win: Praised as one of the best wins.
Team Effort: Emphasized the collective effort over individual performances.
Stand-In Captain: Took over as captain for the injured Alex Pearce.

Personal Life

Home in Perth: Owns a house in East Fremantle with his fiancée.
Family: Has a small family, including a dog, and feels settled in Perth.
Victoria Ties: Still has family in Victoria but feels no strong pull to return.

Detailed Insights

Future Contract Talks

Brayshaw remains relaxed about his future, indicating he'll look into contract talks after the current season ends. Despite speculation about Victorian clubs trying to lure him back, Brayshaw is focused on his current performance and helping the Dockers push deep into September.

"I haven't really been listening to too much noise about it. My main focus is finishing this season as strong as I can and hopefully pushing deep into September, then probably analyze contract talks at the end of the season," said Brayshaw.

Recent Performances and Sydney Swans Win

The Dockers' recent victory over the Sydney Swans has been a highlight for Brayshaw, who praised the team for their selfless play. Despite the absence of their usual captain, the team managed to secure an important win, pushing them to third on the ladder.

"It was a very selfless role from 'Fyfey' on the weekend and we also had 'Sharpy' doing a bit of work with (Errol) Gulden," Brayshaw said. "We didn't have anyone that dominated, but we had 22 guys that all just played their role for the team."

This victory has instilled a lot of belief in the team, especially given their young lineup.

Personal Life and Commitment to Perth

Brayshaw and his fiancée have settled in East Fremantle, where they own a home and have started a small family. Despite having family in Victoria, Brayshaw feels no pull to return, expressing his love for Perth.

"Me and my fiancée, we own a house in East Freo and we love it here. We've got a little dog and got our own little family going here. Whilst we still have family in Victoria, we definitely call Perth home."

Upcoming Matches

With a critical match against Richmond approaching, Brayshaw emphasizes the importance of staying focused and not resting on their laurels after the Sydney win.

"We haven't earned any credits from beating Sydney to take on the Tigers. We've done our game review today and are already starting to move our focus towards the Tigers."

Andrew Brayshaw is clearly committed to finishing the season strong with Fremantle Dockers before diving into any contract discussions. His focus on teamwork and his personal commitment to Perth highlight his dedication both on and off the field. Fans can look forward to seeing more stellar performances from Brayshaw as the Dockers aim for a strong finish to the season.