Some updated injury news following our loss to Brisbane Lions in Round 3, with the latest on star Montana Ham, and Irish talent Jennifer Higgins.
General Overview - Round 3 v Brisbane
Following a disappointing loss on the weekend, the playing group came through relatively unscathed in a rather physical match.
Montana Ham – Foot
Montana reported some soreness in her return to play against the Brisbane Lions. She will be unavailable for our match against West Coast in Round 4, but will be a test for Round 5 against Carlton. The club will continue to manage her training load over the coming weeks.
Jennifer Higgins – Knee
Unfortunately, Jennifer Higgins sustained an ACL injury during our match scrimmage against the Brisbane Lions on the weekend. She will review with specialists in coming days in order to determine a more comprehensive management plan.
Kate Reynolds - Foot
Kate is progressing well with a complicated foot injury and has returned to running in the past week. We will assess her response to this training load before determining a timeline for return to play.
Kiara Beesley – Knee
Continue to progress well through her rehab. Is currently building back into individual skills with the aim to rejoin the group for modified training in the coming weeks.
Hayley Bullas and Maddy Collier - ACL
Hayley and Maddy still continuing with their return to running program and going well.