Collingwood has provided an update on the health and availability of players within its AFLW program ahead of its practice match against Port Adelaide at Alberton Oval on Sunday afternoon.
To be assessed:
Ash Centra
Ash Centra has been managing hip awareness for a short period and will be a test for this Sunday’s practice game against Port Adelaide.
Ruby Schleicher
During the Pies’ match simulation against Essendon last weekend, Ruby Schleicher experienced a knock to her back and was removed from the game to clear her of any serious injury.
Scans cleared the 27-year-old, however she will remain a test for this Sunday’s practice game against Port Adelaide.
Unavailable:
Lucy Cronin
Lucy Cronin is in a period of load management following the presentation of shin awareness.
The 19-year-old is expected to be available in two to three weeks.
Jordyn Allen
Jordyn Allen experienced some calf discomfort during last week's training.
Scans have confirmed a calf tear with an expected return to play timeline of three to five weeks.
Nell Morris-Dalton
Nell Morris-Dalton is recovering well after experiencing a back issue in the pre-season.
The 24-year-old has returned to running and skills.
The forward is expected to return to full fitness in seven to nine weeks.
Charotte Taylor
Charlotte Taylor has experienced soreness in her foot during the pre-season.
After a significant de-load period she has now re-commenced running with the aim to return to full fitness in 10-12 weeks.
Mattea Breed
Mattea Breed remains in rehabilitation following planned knee surgery after a long period of discomfort.
The 24-year-old requires further assessments to determine a return to play timeline.
Bri Davey
Bri Davey continues to progress in her ankle recovery after undergoing surgery in April.
Her timeline is yet to be established with the priority focused on a full return to health for Davey both in the short and long term.
