Emirates Western Force inaugural Coach John Mitchell has been granted a release from the final year of his contract at the club to allow the former All Blacks mentor to pursue an opportunity with the Golden Lions in South Africa.

The versatility of Emirates Western Force forward Ben McCalman will be fully exploited by Wallabies Coach Robbie Deans this weekend after naming the youngster at No.8 for his first test start.

The Emirates Western Force have boosted their player stocks even further with the announcement of three young guns to the squad.

The annual Perth City to Surf took place on Sunday last week and Emirates Western Force player Mark Bartholomeusz joined our happy grass roots partner Bankwest in preparing for the race.

Reigning premiers Cottesloe will defend their title against 2010 minor premiers and old rivals Nedlands at McGillivray Oval in Sunday's KWIK Premier Grade Grand Final.