Documenting the club’s first 25 years, the publication includes a record of every player ever listed by the West Coast Eagles, as well as details of every game ever played.
More significantly, Flying High reveals the best 25 players to pull on a West Coast guernsey.
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Nisbett said the task of selecting just 25 players to highlight was extremely difficult for the author.
“It’s good debate,” Nisbett said. “When you look at the quality of the players that we’ve had on our list over that period, it’s a great tribute to them. They’ve done a wonderful job for the club and we’re very proud of what they’ve achieved.
“I don’t know how Gary settled on it because it’s near impossible. It just depends on the era and it’s very hard to compare how players stack up 20 years on from when they were playing.
“I don’t think I could pinpoint anyone to say they’re way out in front of somebody else. I think probably pound-for-pound, the best player has been [Chris] Judd, from a purely class and ability perspective. If you threw a blanket over them, you’d say Cousins and Kemp and Matera and so on. They’re wonderful footballers.”
When asked who was the single most significant individual over the club’s history, Nisbett joked that it was himself.
“Naturally it’s me,” Nisbett said.
“I think the most significant person at the football club has been John [Worsfold]. I don’t want to embarrass Woosh, but certainly over the 25 years, there’s no doubt.
“He’s the dual premiership captain and now premiership coach. Just his impact on the football club over that period of time.”
With Christmas just three weeks away, the launch was well-timed for all West Coast fans looking for a perfect gift for their loved ones, or a special treat for themselves.
“It’s a wonderful document,” Nisbett said. “I think anyone who’s a diehard West Coast person, it’s a must-read. It’s a fantastic document to have on the coffee table.
“If you’re not a West Coast supporter, it might also be handy to have because it would solve a few pub disputes.”
