Fremantle captain worked through grand final grief with a psychologist
Fremantle captain Alex Pearce worked with a psychologist to process his grand final loss.
Fremantle captain Alex Pearce spent the week after the AFL grand final replaying the dying stages and wondering if he could have made a difference. Alex Pearce suffered an Achilles injury in the third quarter that forced him off the field.
Pearce talked to his psychologist about the what-ifs and rumination. More than a month later, Alex Pearce has made peace with the loss.
The 31-year-old said he feels pride in his teammates and the season, and remains confident about 2027.
- Alex Pearce
- Captain
- 31
- Captain age
- Seven points
- Loss margin
- Brisbane
- Opponent
Why it mattersA top athlete's openness about facing disappointment and seeking mental health support makes professional psychology normal in competitive sport.
AustraliaPearce's recovery story shows how even top-level Australian footballers lean on psychology support to bounce back from major defeats.
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