Mim Strom battles with Breann Moody in the ruck during the R4 clash between Fremantle and Carlton at Fremantle Oval on September 17, 2022. Picture: AFL Photos

VASTLY improved West Coast faces a huge test on Saturday when it takes on in-form Hawthorn at Kinetic Stadium.

The Eagles are flourishing in 2024 under new coach Daisy Pearce, with talented duo Ella Roberts and Bella Lewis key to their rise.

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But the Hawks, also under the tutelage of a new coach in Daniel Webster, have won their past four matches and are hunting down a fifth as they look to lock up a finals spot.

Geelong hasn't had the season it had hoped for, but managed a win last week against Sydney, and will be looking for another when it faces Richmond at the Swinburne Centre.

The Tigers are in fine form, only dropping two matches so far this season, with a fully fit Katie Brennan and Ellie McKenzie leading the charge.

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The Cats will be boosted by the return of ruck Gabbi Featherston, who faces a tough challenge against the Tigers' ruck combination of Poppy Kelly and Tam Luke.

Brisbane and Gold Coast face off in the annual QClash, with the Lions hosting at Brighton Homes Arena.

The Suns have not tasted victory so far this season, and will need to fight hard to get a win over the 2023 AFLW premiers in the Lions.

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The Lions have named an unchanged line-up from last week's side, while defender Wallis Randell has replaced Jordan Membrey for the Suns.

Brisbane v Gold Coast at Brighton Homes Arena, 4.05pm AEST

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Gold Coast: Clara Fitzpatrick replaced in selected side by Kiara Bischa

Fremantle and Carlton will do battle in the last match of Saturday's fixture, with the Dockers dropping just their second match of the season last week against the Hawks.

The Dockers will be keen to bounce back, while the Blues will be looking to get back on the winners list after four straight losses.

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Dana East returns from concussion for Freo, while the Blues have received a huge boost in the form of captain Kerryn Peterson and vice-captain Abbie McKay both returning from respective shoulder and adductor injuries.

However, the home side has been dealt a huge blow with former captain Hayley Miller a late withdrawal with calf soreness. She is replaced in the side by Mikayla Morrison.

Fremantle v Carlton at Fremantle Oval, 4.15pm AWST

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Fremantle: Hayley Miller (calf soreness) replaced in selected side by Mikayla Morrison