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Round 12 - Claremont v East Fremantle

Wednesday, June 7, 2017 - 11:09 AM

By Dan Scamozzi

It’s been 45 months and 70 games since the Tigers last played at Claremont Oval.

Saturday’s game against East Fremantle at the multi-million dollar facility will not only be the club’s first at the newly redeveloped ground since the 2013 preliminary final, it will also be the start of the club’s journey moving forward.

The club have been faced with several challenges in the last three-and-a-half seasons, including training and playing home games at a number of different venues, however, Claremont are coming home.

And what an important and historic day it will be.

The club will be hosting its annual Family Fun Day, a junior parade will take place - led by the Scotch College Pipe Band - while an opening ceremony will take place between the Reserves and League games involving junior clubs, former players and life members.

Meanwhile, the Tigers will be aiming to record their first win since round four and end a six-game losing streak.

The club encourages all members and supporters to attend the match, cheer the Tigers to victory and be part of a historic day.


WHERE AND WHEN:

Claremont Oval, Saturday, June 10, 2.15pm.

TV AND RADIO:

Can't make it to the game? Tune into KIX Digital for LIVE coverage.


HEAD-TO-HEAD:

Played: 279

Claremont: 120

East Fremantle: 157

Draws: 2


LAST TIME THEY MET:

Round 1, 2017, Claremont 19.9 (123) d East Fremantle 9.7 (61) at East Fremantle Oval.


TALKING POINTS:

  1. Can the Tigers get their season back on track? Currently two games outside the top five with a game in hand, a win would not only give the team a timely confidence boost, but also keep the Tigers in the hunt for finals.
  2. How refreshed will the team be? Come Saturday, it will be 21 days since the Tigers’ last game. Meanwhile, the Sharks will be coming off a five-day break and searching for their first win of the season.
  3. Will you be a part of history? The club would love to see the Tiger army pack Claremont Oval and be part of the homecoming.

Related articles:

Round 12 Match Day Guide (everything you need to know)

Round 12 Opening & Family Fun Day Info