The Perth Bears secured rugby union star Cooper Watters before their entry into the NRL in 2027. Watters is a U20 Wallabies player who will make the switch from rugby union. The Perth team brought in the rising prospect in a fresh code raid prior to joining the league.

This roster addition represents the latest cross-code addition for Meninga's Bears. The Perth franchise acquired the athlete in a bold cross-code coup before its official entry into the NRL. Watters brings his background as a U20 Wallabies player to the Perth franchise.