Fremantle Dockers Star Jordan Clark and Partner Paige McCarthy Announce First Child
Fremantle Dockers defender Jordan Clark and his partner Paige McCarthy have joyfully announced they are expecting their first child, a baby boy due in October 2026. The couple shared the exciting news in a joint post on Instagram on Monday, marking a new chapter in their lives.
Social Media Celebration and Support
In the Instagram post, Clark and McCarthy wrote, "Baby boy due October 2026 ?", accompanied by a caption expressing their excitement for the upcoming journey. The announcement quickly garnered warm wishes from the AFL community, with Dockers teammates such as Andy Brayshaw, Caleb Serong, Matt Johnson, Murphy Reid, and Mason Cox leaving congratulatory comments. Brayshaw's wife, Lizzie, also commented, saying she was "so excited for you both".
The Fremantle Dockers official social media accounts re-shared the post, describing it as "massive Freo family news", highlighting the close-knit nature of the club. This support underscores the positive atmosphere surrounding the couple as they prepare for parenthood.
Background and Personal Journey
Jordan Clark, originally drafted by Geelong in 2018, returned to his home state of Western Australia to join the Fremantle Dockers in 2021. Since then, he has established himself as one of the AFL's top defenders, earning his first All Australian selection last year. Both Clark and McCarthy hail from regional areas of Western Australia, with Clark being from Albany. In a testament to their rural roots, Clark even played cricket for Lake Grace during the off-season while working on McCarthy's family farm, showcasing their deep connection to the community.
Other AFL Baby News
In a coincidental twist, West Coast Eagles player Jamie Cripps and his partner Liv also shared baby news on Instagram the same day. They announced the birth of their third child, a daughter named Hazel, joining their sons Reif and Lance. The post received supportive messages from Eagles star Elliot Yeo and Emmi Masten, wife of premiership winger Chris Masten. Cripps did not play in the Eagles' recent Gather Round loss to Geelong, as he was being managed by the team, adding a personal note to the broader AFL family celebrations.
This wave of announcements reflects the growing trend of AFL players sharing personal milestones with fans, fostering a sense of community and connection beyond the field. As Clark and McCarthy look forward to their new arrival, the AFL world continues to celebrate these joyful moments together.
