1979, July 18, West Australian, story and photo headlined ” Sad Demons will recall key players”. Attached a photograph of Perth defender John Clarkson clamps a tackle on Claremont wingman Mark Hann.
Story is Perth poised to bring back several players for their elimination final with South Fremantle. The Demons folded badly for the second consecutive week against Claremont at Claremont Oval and lost by 61 points. Claremont coach Gerard Neesham was pleased with the win and felt Claremont couyld have demolished Perth earlier. Scott Edwards, Ben Allan and Mark Hann formed a dominant centre-line that sharked the balls from the bouncedowns. Peter Owens was unbeatable in a back pocket while Joe Ahmat and Dale Kickett were consistently brilliant.
