MELBOURNE will be without Lauren Clifton this week after the Demon injured her foot during Round 6.  

AFLW High Performance Manager Josh Keily said Clifton would undergo further assessment.

“Unfortunately, Lauren got her foot caught in a tackle during the fourth quarter,” Keily said.

“She’ll require further assessment this week to determine the extent of the injury to her foot.”

Georgia Gall and Georgia Campbell were also sidelined during Saturday’s game, with both Demons set for fitness tests prior to Friday’s match against North Melbourne.

“Georgia [Gall] unfortunately rolled her ankle during the third quarter,” Keily said.

“While she pulled up okay, we took a conservative approach and removed her from the remainder of the game.

“She’ll aim to train on Wednesday with the hope to be available in Round 7.

“Georgia [Campbell] copped a knock to the throat in the final minutes of the match. She spent some time in hospital on Saturday and has come out with some damage to her vocal cords.

“She’ll remain on vocal rest for the start of this week but will also aim to train Wednesday to hopefully be available for selection.”

Sinead Goldrick, who suffered an MCL injury during Round 4, is ticking off important milestones in her recovery.

“Sinead has been moved to a smaller knee brace, which is a positive progression,” Keily said.

“We’re hoping to see her return to running towards the back of this week.”

Saraid Taylor (calf) and Jacinta Hose (ankle) are both closing in on their returns.

“Saraid and Jacinta are both tracking well through their respective rehab programs,” Keily said.

“They’re both ramping up their running volumes and have integrated into modified training.

“Saraid will look to build into some more training on Wednesday, with the chance to be available for selection in Round 7.”

Amelia Dethridge, who underwent surgery on a torn meniscus, will look to ramp up her rehab over the next fortnight.

“Amelia had a follow-up appointment with her surgeon which was positive,” Keily said.

“She’ll now start to get into some strength work this week and then will prep to run next week.”

Eliza McNamara has returned to the club following surgery on her fractured jaw.

“Eliza is recovering well from surgery, and it’s been great to have her back at the club,” Keily said.

“Our focus is on supporting Eliza, and we will give her all the care and time she needs in her recovery."

In positive news for Lauren Pearce, the ruck will return to the selection mix this week, ticking off her rehab of a knee injury.

Chloe Baker-West (leg) and Grace Beasley (knee) both continue to work through their respective rehab programs.

Injury List

Player Injury Estimated Return
15. Lauren Pearce

15. Lauren Pearce

Knee Available
9. Georgia Gall

9. Georgia Gall

Ankle Test

“Georgia [Gall] unfortunately rolled her ankle during the third quarter,” Keily said. “While she pulled up okay, we took a conservative approach and removed her from the remainder of the game. “She’ll aim to train on Wednesday with the hope to be available in Round 7.

1. Georgia Campbell

1. Georgia Campbell

Throat Test

“Georgia [Campbell] copped a knock to the throat in the final minutes of the match. She spent some time in hospital on Saturday and has come out with some damage to her vocal cords. “She’ll remain on vocal rest for the start of this week but will also aim to train Wednesday to hopefully be available for selection.”

28. Saraid Taylor

28. Saraid Taylor

Calf Test

“Saraid and Jacinta are both tracking well through their respective rehab programs,” Keily said. “They’re both ramping up their running volumes and have integrated into modified training. “Saraid will look to build into some more training on Wednesday, with the chance to be available for selection in Round 7.”

25. Jacinta Hose

25. Jacinta Hose

Ankle 1 - 2 weeks

“Saraid and Jacinta are both tracking well through their respective rehab programs,” Keily said. “They’re both ramping up their running volumes and have integrated into modified training. “Saraid will look to build into some more training on Wednesday, with the chance to be available for selection in Round 7.”

23. Sinéad Goldrick

23. Sinéad Goldrick

Knee 3 - 4 weeks

“Sinead has been moved to a smaller knee brace, which is a positive progression,” Keily said. “We’re hoping to see her return to running towards the back of this week.”

14. Amelia Dethridge

14. Amelia Dethridge

Knee 4 - 6 weeks

“Amelia had a follow-up appointment with her surgeon which was positive,” Keily said. “She’ll now start to get into some strength work this week and then will prep to run next week.”

21. Lauren Clifton

21. Lauren Clifton

Foot TBC

“Unfortunately, Lauren got her foot caught in a tackle during the fourth quarter,” Keily said. “She’ll require further assessment this week to determine the extent of the injury to her foot.”

22. Eliza McNamara

22. Eliza McNamara

Jaw TBC

“Eliza is recovering well from surgery, and it’s been great to have her back at the club,” Keily said. “Our focus is on supporting Eliza, and we will give her all the care and time she needs in her recovery."

Read Article
18. Chloe Baker-West

18. Chloe Baker-West

Leg Season

“It’s disappointing that Chloe won’t have the opportunity to play in her first AFLW season, but we want to make sure we set her up for success in the longer term,” Keily said. “Chloe has taken a very mature approach to her rehabilitation and is determined to be fit and firing to attack next pre-season.”

16. Grace Beasley

16. Grace Beasley

Knee Season

“It’s shattering for Grace and also her teammates who have seen how hard she worked to get back to full fitness last year,” Gill said. “We’ll put all our love and support around Grace through this difficult time as she prepares for surgery. We know she’ll attack her rehabilitation with the same determined attitude and energy she brings to the club every day.”

Read Article
9. Georgia Gall

9. Georgia Gall

“Georgia [Gall] unfortunately rolled her ankle during the third quarter,” Keily said. “While she pulled up okay, we took a conservative approach and removed her from the remainder of the game. “She’ll aim to train on Wednesday with the hope to be available in Round 7.

Injury: Ankle
Est. Return: Test
1. Georgia Campbell

1. Georgia Campbell

“Georgia [Campbell] copped a knock to the throat in the final minutes of the match. She spent some time in hospital on Saturday and has come out with some damage to her vocal cords. “She’ll remain on vocal rest for the start of this week but will also aim to train Wednesday to hopefully be available for selection.”

Injury: Throat
Est. Return: Test
28. Saraid Taylor

28. Saraid Taylor

“Saraid and Jacinta are both tracking well through their respective rehab programs,” Keily said. “They’re both ramping up their running volumes and have integrated into modified training. “Saraid will look to build into some more training on Wednesday, with the chance to be available for selection in Round 7.”

Injury: Calf
Est. Return: Test
25. Jacinta Hose

25. Jacinta Hose

“Saraid and Jacinta are both tracking well through their respective rehab programs,” Keily said. “They’re both ramping up their running volumes and have integrated into modified training. “Saraid will look to build into some more training on Wednesday, with the chance to be available for selection in Round 7.”

Injury: Ankle
Est. Return: 1 - 2 weeks
23. Sinéad Goldrick

23. Sinéad Goldrick

“Sinead has been moved to a smaller knee brace, which is a positive progression,” Keily said. “We’re hoping to see her return to running towards the back of this week.”

Injury: Knee
Est. Return: 3 - 4 weeks
14. Amelia Dethridge

14. Amelia Dethridge

“Amelia had a follow-up appointment with her surgeon which was positive,” Keily said. “She’ll now start to get into some strength work this week and then will prep to run next week.”

Injury: Knee
Est. Return: 4 - 6 weeks
21. Lauren Clifton

21. Lauren Clifton

“Unfortunately, Lauren got her foot caught in a tackle during the fourth quarter,” Keily said. “She’ll require further assessment this week to determine the extent of the injury to her foot.”

Injury: Foot
Est. Return: TBC
22. Eliza McNamara

22. Eliza McNamara

“Eliza is recovering well from surgery, and it’s been great to have her back at the club,” Keily said. “Our focus is on supporting Eliza, and we will give her all the care and time she needs in her recovery."

Read Article
Injury: Jaw
Est. Return: TBC
18. Chloe Baker-West

18. Chloe Baker-West

“It’s disappointing that Chloe won’t have the opportunity to play in her first AFLW season, but we want to make sure we set her up for success in the longer term,” Keily said. “Chloe has taken a very mature approach to her rehabilitation and is determined to be fit and firing to attack next pre-season.”

Injury: Leg
Est. Return: Season
16. Grace Beasley

16. Grace Beasley

“It’s shattering for Grace and also her teammates who have seen how hard she worked to get back to full fitness last year,” Gill said. “We’ll put all our love and support around Grace through this difficult time as she prepares for surgery. We know she’ll attack her rehabilitation with the same determined attitude and energy she brings to the club every day.”

Read Article
Injury: Knee
Est. Return: Season

Last Updated: