Jake is the son of dual West Coast Premiership defender Chris Waterman.

[1] He made his debut in the twenty-nine point loss to Sydney at Optus Stadium in the opening round of the 2018 season.

[2] In round 6, 2018, Waterman was nominated for the AFL Rising Star after recording fourteen disposals, five marks and two goals in the eight point win against Fremantle at Optus Stadium.

[7] For his performance throughout the season he earnt a spot in the 2024 All-Australian team, and a 3rd place finish in the West Coast Eagles Best & Fairest count.

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