St Kilda Rules Out Interest in Ugle-Hagan and Hill
St Kilda confirmed it will not pursue Jamarra Ugle-Hagan, while West Coast and Fremantle declined interest in Bobby Hill.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Football
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St Kilda has informed Gold Coast that the club holds no interest in signing Jamarra Ugle-Hagan. Meanwhile, both West Coast and Fremantle have officially confirmed they will not pursue Bobby Hill for their squads.
Why it matters
The decisions clarify the roster intentions of several AFL clubs regarding high-profile players. West Coast specifically indicated that Bobby Hill would need to demonstrate commitment at a lower level before his future could be reconsidered.
Jamarra Ugle-Hagan is currently negotiating a one-season contract extension with Gold Coast, while Bobby Hill remains committed to a four-year contract. These figures ground the current roster limitations facing interested AFL clubs.
The players
Jamarra Ugle-Hagan
He is a professional Australian rules footballer currently playing for Gold Coast.
Bobby Hill
He is an Australian rules footballer who previously played for Collingwood.
Matt Clarke
He serves as the list boss for West Coast and is responsible for evaluating potential player acquisitions.
The details
St Kilda officials communicated their position directly to Gold Coast regarding Jamarra Ugle-Hagan, who is expected to stay with his current side for 2027. West Coast list boss Matt Clarke evaluated Bobby Hill, who left Collingwood in July, before deciding against a move.
Timeline
Bobby Hill departed Collingwood in July 2026.
Fremantle confirmed in October 2026 that it would not pursue Bobby Hill.
Jamarra Ugle-Hagan is expected to remain at Gold Coast through 2027.
Season Trajectory
The introduction of the AFL's Category B rookie list spot for First Nations players for 2027 shifts how clubs prioritise list development over the coming seasons. These personnel decisions by St Kilda and West Coast demonstrate a focus on current roster stability ahead of these regulatory changes.
Gold Coast can now proceed with finalising a one-season extension for Jamarra Ugle-Hagan without further external pressure from St Kilda. Bobby Hill remains locked into a four-year deal, meaning his future is settled regardless of the interest from Western Australian clubs.
The takeaway
These moves highlight how AFL clubs are currently prioritising roster continuity as they evaluate contract lengths and player commitments. Fans should note that high-profile player availability remains subject to strict list management and contractual constraints.
Further reading
For more updates on player movements, visit the Football section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Fox Sports.
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