The Casey Demons have made seven changes to their VFL side as they prepare to face Geelong at Casey Fields on Saturday, with the first bounce at 12:05pm.

Max Heath and Jake Melksham return to the line-up after spending time at AFL level, providing a boost to the side ahead of the clash. Casey-listed players Tyson Sruk, Jesse Craven, Nate Pipicelli, Toby Sinnema and Louis Hodder also return to the team, earning their opportunities after strong performances at local level.

The Demons face a significant challenge against the ladder-leading Cats, who have set the standard across the competition with 11 consecutive wins. The clash will provide Casey with an opportunity to measure themselves against one of the VFL’s leading sides and continue building towards the back half of the season.

Fresh off a strong win last weekend, Casey will be looking to bring the same energy and intensity into Saturday’s contest as they return home to Casey Fields.

The match marks the first game of a huge double-header at Casey Fields, with the VFLW side following the men’s clash as they also take on Geelong later in the afternoon.

INS: Max Heath, Jake Melksham, Tyson Sruk, Jesse Craven, Nate Pipicelli, Toby Sinnema, Louis Hodder

OUTS: Bailey Laurie (AFL), Tom McDonald (AFL), Jed Adams (injured), Paddy Cross (AFL), Jack Henderson (injured), Lukas Cooke (AFL), Riley Bonner (unavailable)