The annual Starlight Purple Haze game, proudly presented by South32, returns when Fremantle take on Hawthorn at Optus Stadium this Saturday night. This year Fremantle will celebrate the 21st Purple Haze game to once again raise funds for the Starlight Children’s Foundation. Bouncedown for the clash is at 5.30pm.

GETTING TO OPTUS STADIUM
Your footy ticket includes travel on all Transperth services for three hours either side of the match, so be prepared and ensure you plan your journey ahead with Transperth’s Journey Planner, please click here for further information. If asked, show your ticket to the driver or inspector. Keep in mind, you must have your football ticket or membership on you to travel for no extra cost.

For the safety of all patrons, we encourage all attendees to ensure they are well aware of the above points, prior to attending the game. If you have a family or linked account, please pass this information on to all attending.

TICKETING INFORMATION
Members with reserved seats can access their tickets through the Fremantle Dockers linked to their MyFreo account. Instructions are available for both Android and iPhone users. 

Pass holders who have redeemed a ticket or upgraded can access their tickets through the Ticketmaster app. The Fremantle membership team will be at Gate B and E for assistance with entry and general enquiries from 4pm.

Tickets are still available for the general public through Ticketmaster.

SENSORY ROOM
The Purple Hands Foundation and Fremantle Football Club in collaboration with The Autism Association of Western Australia are delivering a Sensory Room launching in 2023. The Sensory Room provides opportunities for individuals with a disability to access a quiet space during Fremantle Dockers home games at Optus Stadium. The room is for people with sensory needs, open to children and adults and individuals with a disability will be prioritised.

To find out more information about the room, who it is for and how to register please click here.

HELP US, HELP YOU
Report anti-social behaviour to Stadium Staff immediately or text 0409 317 771.

KEY TIMES
3.15pm - Purple Playground opens
3.15pm - Membership services available at gate B and E
3.45pm - Gates open
4.47pm – 5.02pm - On-field warm-up
5.18pm - Fremantle team entry
5.30pm - Bounce down

MATCH DAY ENTERTAINMENT

PRE-GAME

Starlight Children’s Foundation Fundraising
Head to the Starlight team on the Southern Oval to show your support for this great cause by purchasing a Starlight wand, or making a donation.

South32 Photobooths
Head to Lobby 101 and Lobby 132 to take our 360 Photo Booths for a spin, all thanks to South32.

High Voltage
Inspired by Perth Festival 2020’s smash hit Highway to Hell, High Voltage is taking to the streets of Fremantle this Sunday from 1pm to 6pm! Seven flatbed trucks become live music stages on the move making their way around a 5km street circuit with bands doing their take on AC/DC classics, as well as music, entertainment and fun across Fremantle Oval, Esplanade Reserve and Wilson Park.

To give you a taste of what you can expect you’ll be able to catch Freo’s own Badpiper performing Thunderstruck pre-game in-stadium! Then head down for the Ultimate Sunday in Freo with your family and catch him at Fremantle Oval. Visit highvoltagewa.com.au for all the event details.

Unfortunately due to the weather our Purple Playground will not be in action this weekend – instead, head to the Eastern Atrium, inside the entry point at Gate A/B, and check out our free Arcade Games!

Airbrush tattoo
Our airbrush tattoo station will be located near Lobby 101.

QUARTER TIME

Race The Footy
In 2023 Freo fans have the chance to Race the Footy, thanks to Macca’s. If you and a mate would like the chance to Race the Footy register below.

HALF TIME

Best Seats in the House
At half-time, be in your seats and have your phone ready for your chance to win one of three double passes into Bankwest’s best seats in the house! Winners will receive:

• 2 x tickets for the best seats in the house (located in the Bankwest Club)
• Food and beverage during the event including your choice of burger and chips, ice cream and selected wine, beer, cider and non-alcoholic refreshments
• A merchandise pack
• VIP service from a dedicated Optus Stadium attendant
• Access to the Bankwest Club

Arrive early and avoid delays
Having your digital ticket ready prior to arrival and get to the stadium early will ensure you are not caught in long queues outside the stadium in the lead up to the game. The scanner to scan your digital ticket(s) is located to the right of the turnstile entry gates, then enter on the left. Please do not bring bags larger than an A4 piece of paper.

Leave your cash at home
Optus Stadium is currently a cashless venue meaning you will need to pay using EFTPOS at all food and beverage outlets.

Optus Stadium Restaurants and Catering
The City View Cafe will be OPEN. However, the Goodwood restaurant will be CLOSED.

The Freo Clubhouse
The Freo Clubhouse in River View Rooms and Sky View Lounge will be open for this round, however you will need to show your ticket stating room access to receive entry. Please note that the Sky View Lounge will be closed between quarter time and three quarter time.

Other key points:

• No cloaking facilities available. Don't bring bulky items.
• Practice good hand hygiene.
• If you feel unwell or have experienced any COVID-19 symptoms during the two weeks prior to this weekend’s game, please DO NOT attend. If you begin to feel ill whilst at the game, please make sure to notify an Optus Stadium representative immediately and follow the directions of any venue, club or AFL staff.

If you have any questions or require further assistance, please contact the membership services team on (08) 9433 7111 or at membership@fremantlefc.com.au.

Fremantle have had a dominant 69-point win against the Hawks in their annual Starlight Purple Haze game at Optus Stadium on Saturday night.

It was the form of star recruit Luke Jackson that was perhaps most encouraging for Freo in the 18.9 (117) to 7.6 (48) win, which saw Freo kick their highest score since round one 2019.

Jackson produced his best game yet as a Freo Docker, kicking two goals, taking six marks and racking up a career-best 24 possessions (16 contested).

Midfielder Andrew Brayshaw was also terrific after pushing through a knee injury this season, leading the midfield with 33 disposals and two goals and showing he is capable of getting back to his elite 2022 form.

And then there was the ball movement, which was given life by proactive defenders Hayden Young (26 disposals and six inside 50s) and an improved Luke Ryan (27 and six rebounds) and the relentless running of teammates up the field.

Fremantle played with instinct and created options through the corridor, hit their targets frequently and the fumbles that have plagued them in losses this season were gone.

AUCTION: Bid for your favourite Captain Starlight Jumper 

Fyfe's return from a foot injury as the substitute in the third quarter, mixing his time between the midfield and forward line and kicking one goal, was an excellent step but ultimately the cherry on top.

To turn its season around, Fremantle needed to start with its first quarters, having lost 11 in a row dating back to round 21 last season. That streak finally ended with a five-goal opening on Saturday night.

The resulting 13-point lead, which was built on high pressure and making the most of opportunities, came with a warning, however, as the Hawks dominated clearances (13-6) and showed an ability to move the ball efficiently from their back half.

When Mitch Lewis marked in the opening minute of the second quarter and converted his set shot, the margin was seven points and the Hawks were in a position to pounce, given their midfield ascendency.

The five-goal Freo run that followed, however, came despite the Hawks' continued dominance in the midfield, with some poor errors from the visitors' defenders contributing to what turned into a 37-point deficit.

Sam Frost was the most notable offender, pushing opponent Jye Amiss on the ground after the young forward had taken a mark well outside 50, and allowing the sharpshooter to move within range after a 50m penalty.

Freo's clean and daring ball-use had plenty to do with the run of goals as well, however, with the team running hard, repeatedly looking to the corridor and hitting their targets.

They turned the screws in a dominant third quarter, putting the game to bed with four unanswered goals as Jackson enjoyed a purple patch with two goals that Freo will hope reinvigorates their season.

AUCTION: Bid for your favourite Captain Starlight Jumper 

FREMANTLE        5.3   10.4   14.6   18.9 (117)
HAWTHORN         3.2   5.3   5.5   7.6 (48)

GOALS
Fremantle: Frederick 3, Amiss 3, Jackson 2, Banfield 2, Brayshaw 2, Clark, Walters, Treacy, Switkowski, Schultz, Fyfe
Hawthorn: Lewis 2, Macdonald, Day, Newcombe, Scrimshaw, Wingard

BEST
Fremantle: Jackson, Brayshaw, Young, Cox, Pearce, O'Meara, Ryan
Hawthorn: Day, Worpel, Nash, Newcombe

INJURIES
Fremantle: Schultz (shoulder)
Hawthorn: Nil

SUBSTITUTES
Hawthorn: Lachlan Bramble (replaced Fergus Greene in the third quarter)
Fremantle: Nat Fyfe (replaced Josh Treacy in the third quarter)

Crowd: 37,160 at Optus Stadium