Jacob Brennan Biography

West Coast delist utility Ashley Smith and defender Jacob Brennan.

"Jacob and Ashley have been valuable members of our squad for the last few years," Eagles football operations manager Craig Vozzo said.

"It is not pleasant releasing people of this calibre, but it is something that has to occur.

"I would like to thank Jacob and Ashley for their contributions to the club and wish them every success for the future."

West Coast's Andrew Embley, Pat McGinnity, Brad Sheppard and Jacob Brennan have signed contract extensions.

"It's nice to have the contract extended for 12 months. At this stage of my career it makes sense to look at it each year.," Embley said about his new one-year deal.

McGinnity, Sheppard and Brennan have all signed on for two years.

"We see all of those players as integral members of our squad," West Coast list and contracts manager Craig Vozzo said.


"Brad Sheppard is a player we rate very highly and anticipate will play a significant role in the improvement we are looking for in pushing inside the top four and enhancing our premiership aspirations.



"He has many of the traits we need to take that next quantum leap and after recent surgery, we look forward to a strong pre-season from him as part of his planned development.



"Pat McGinnity was one of our most consistent players throughout the year and Jacob Brennan had an outstanding debut season."

Jacob Brennan makes his AFL debut for West Coast with 11 disposals (9 kicks and 2 handballs) and 2 marks in a 25-point win over North Melbourne.