State league affiliate: Casey Demons (VFL)
This weekend: Casey Demons v Geelong, Qualifying Final - Saturday, September 1, 2.10pm, Casey Fields

High-flyer Mitch Hannan showed Simon Goodwin why he should be recalled for Friday's elimination final with an impressive return from a knee injury.  

A late withdrawal from the round 23 win over Greater Western Sydney, Hannan kicked three goals and took a final term hanger in Casey's 91-point thumping of Geelong.

He finished the match on the bench alongside Joel Smith (two goals) and Tom Bugg (24 disposals) as the Demons looked ahead to the AFL clash with the Cats.

Cam Pedersen proved he's ready for AFL level if called upon, finishing with 25 disposals, four goals and multiple goal assists.

Jayden Hunt finished his first game back from an ankle injury strongly, while Jeff Garlett impressed with his front-half pressure.

Casey booked themselves a week off and a preliminary final berth.