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

This roster addition represents the newest cross-code signing for Meninga's Bears. The Perth club secured the athlete in a significant cross-code move before its official entry into the NRL. Watters brings his experience as a U20 Wallabies player to the Perth team.