Club Statement

The West Adelaide Football Club is devastated to announce that current player, Sam May, has sustained life-altering injuries in an off-field accident in Port Lincoln over the weekend. The club is supporting Sam and his family during this very difficult period.

A powerful, strong player around the contest, Sam made his debut with West Adelaide on Sunday July 21st, 2019 and his presence on the field has always been immediate.

He has played 35 League games across 5 seasons with the club and has always been an integral part of our community – both on and off-field. We know that all within our community will continue to support Sam and his family during this time.

Whilst we understand that many members will be eager to assist or know more, out of respect for Sam and his family, no further information will be made public.

President - Emma Grigson

This is such sad news and the thoughts of all of us at West Adelaide are with Sam and his family.

The family have asked for privacy and our President has said no further details will be given, so let's support Sam and his family at such a difficult time.

'One for all and all for one'.

From the Club Website:




The West Adelaide Football Club can confirm that senior men’s player Sam May was involved in an incident in the early hours of Sunday morning at Port Lincoln.

Our priority is the health and wellbeing of Sam and his family as well as the wider WAFC community. The club requests that the family and everyone involved is given the space and privacy as we work through this difficult situation.



All our thoughts are with Sam for his recovery.