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Eliza Reilly
Eliza ReillyStaff Writer

Eliza Reilly is a Perth-based sportswriter for CODE specialising in AFL, AFLW and netball. Born and raised in Perth, Eliza started her career as a sports cadet at the Gold Coast Bulletin, progressing to deputy sports editor. In 2020, she returned home to join The West Australian where she got the chance to cover an AFL grand final in her home state. Eliza has also been recognised for her journalism, including winning a Clarion Award and multiple WA Football Media Guild awards including the Tracey Lewis Emerging Talent Award in her first year at The West.

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What might have been for Luke Valente

It’s been one year since Luke Valente retired from the AFL at age 21, without having played a game. Fremantle lost a special player and person when injuries ruined his career, writes ELIZA REILLY.