🙏 A True Legend Bids Goodbye
The West Coast Eagles and the Australian football world are in mourning 😢 as Sean King, a founding member of the Eagles’ 1987 squad, has passed away at the age of 60 after a courageous battle with cancer.
King’s name is etched in gold ✨ as one of the club’s inaugural players, debuting in the final round of their first-ever AFL season against St Kilda — and what a debut it was! He slammed two goals into the record books that day 🏉🔥.
🦅 The Wingman Who Ran With Heart
💥 Flashback: 1987 Debut
| 📅 Match | 🆚 Opponent | 🥅 Goals |
|---|---|---|
| 1987 Final Round | St Kilda | 2 Goals |
King played as a swift and smart wingman — the kind who left defenders chasing shadows 🌀.
But his legacy didn’t stop there. He went on to have stellar runs with West Perth and East Perth in the WAFL. 🏆 And just last year, he was honored with Life Membership at West Perth for his relentless contribution — not only as a player but as a long-serving runner guiding new talent.
💬 Tributes Pour In – “He Was a Champion Bloke”
The football community reacted swiftly with an outpour of emotion on social media ❤️
🗣️ “Champion bloke and premiership teammate. A great teacher of the game. RIP legend.”
🗣️ “Played my juniors footy with him. Great guy and teammate. Truly heartbreaking.”
🖤 A Black Armband, A Powerful Goodbye
As a heartfelt gesture, West Coast Eagles players will wear black armbands during their upcoming clash with Carlton this Saturday 🖤🏟️.
Their message was simple yet powerful:
“Our thoughts are with the family and friends of inaugural Eagle Sean, who sadly passed away yesterday after battling cancer.”
🔚 A Legacy That Lives On 💫
Sean King wasn’t just a footballer — he was a mentor, fighter, friend, and forever Eagle.
Whether it was the final sprint down the wing, the guiding voice from the boundary, or the goals that lifted a new team’s spirit, Sean left his mark on Aussie football.
💬 What Are Your Memories of Sean King?
Share your tributes and memories in the comments below 📝
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