The 29-year-old takes over as skipper after serving three years as Hurn’s deputy, with Josh Kennedy and Jeremy McGovern named as his vice-captains.
Shuey holds one of the most impressive resumes in West Coast history as a premiership player, Norm Smith winner, two-time club champion and now club captain.
West Coast have moved quickly to appoint their new leader, with the 201-gamer sworn in just days after Hurn stepped down.
Xavier shared his thoughts on the eagle's new captain, tune in below to find out what he said:
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