The West Coast Eagles have pulled the trigger on their final list management decisions ahead of the upcoming AFL Draft, with young ruckman Coen Livingstone becoming the latest casualty in the club's sweeping changes.
Livingstone, who joined the Eagles as a Category B rookie just last year, has been delisted after failing to make a senior appearance during his time at the club. The 20-year-old becomes the eighth player shown the door in what has been a significant roster overhaul for the struggling Perth-based team.
Major Cleanout Continues
The Eagles' list management team has been ruthless in their approach to rebuilding the squad after a disappointing season. Livingstone's departure follows the earlier delistings of seven other players, including experienced campaigner Luke Edwards and former first-round pick Campbell Chesser.
This aggressive list strategy signals the club's determination to climb back up the AFL ladder after finishing near the bottom in recent campaigns. The Eagles now hold significant draft capital to reshape their playing list.
Draft Strategy Takes Shape
With these final list changes now confirmed, West Coast heads into the AFL Draft with a clear plan and multiple selections to work with. The club currently holds picks 3, 23, 38, and 61 in the national draft, giving them substantial firepower to inject fresh talent into the squad.
The decision to move on from Livingstone and other developing players suggests the Eagles are prioritising immediate impact recruits who can contribute at senior level sooner rather than later.
What's Next for the Delisted Eagle?
While his time at West Coast has come to an end, Livingstone's AFL dream isn't necessarily over. The young ruckman could find opportunities elsewhere as a delisted free agent or through the rookie draft system.
At just 20 years of age and with his 203cm frame, Livingstone still possesses the physical attributes that initially caught the Eagles' attention. His development in the WAFL this season showed glimpses of potential that might attract interest from other clubs looking for ruck depth.
The Eagles' list management team will now turn their full attention to the November 20-21 draft period, where they'll look to secure the next generation of talent to help restore the club to its former glory.
