The Perth Bears secured rugby union star Cooper Watters prior to their entry into the NRL in 2027. Watters is a U20 Wallabies prospect who will make the switch from rugby union. The Perth franchise secured the young union talent in a new code raid prior to joining the league.

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