Coach Decisions Impacting West Coast Eagles Amid AFL Finals

Anticipation Grows for West Coast Eagles' New Coach

West Coast could be forced to wait until after this year's grand final to nail down their new coach, with some of the top contenders in the hunt for a premiership with their current clubs. Sources have told The West Australian the Eagles would like to unveil its replacement for Adam Simpson before this year's decider, but the search is now likely to stretch beyond that.

Potential Candidates on the Table

• Steven King - Former Cats midfield coach and strong contender.
• Brett Montgomery - Greater Western Sydney coach.
• Danny Daly - Brisbane football boss potentially shifting to a football director role.
• Andrew McQualter - Former Richmond caretaker gaining momentum.

Jarrad Schofield, as the Eagles' interim coach, saw his chances diminish following late-season losses, notably against Carlton and Geelong. King previously served as interim coach at Gold Coast and is noted as a candidate.

Implications for Team Dynamics

The Eagles are expected to act swiftly following the grand final on September 28 as the trade period begins shortly after. Players such as Liam Baker, Shai Bolton, and Jack Graham have been connected with potential trades back to Western Australia, closely linking their decisions with the appointment of a new coach.

As finals pressure mounts, speculation surrounding other coaches, including Ken Hinkley from Port Adelaide, adds another layer to this intriguing coaching cycle.