Drafted from Williamstown at pick no.59 in the 2018 NAB AFL National Draft, Bewley made his debut in round 10 in Freo’s thrilling win against Brisbane. The 24-year-old played seven games in his debut season, highlighted by his 18 disposals and six inside 50s in a one-point win against Sydney in round 18. Bewley finished his season on a high in the WAFL, racking up 32 disposals, seven marks and a goal as one of Peel’s best against Perth.