How we get him in is up for debate.". Heroes & Villains: The worst finals performance of this century? He is building his running volumes in rehab and is moving well. The injury is unrelated to the foot problem that threatened to derail his 2020 season before the coronavirus delayed start. “He participated in a fitness test the day before the Hawthorn game and was very close to passing, but given the short turnaround and the fact we were to play West Coast on Tuesday, we took the conservative approach with him to give his ankle the best chance to settle down. But he had it in his other foot and had it fixed years ago. “Unfortunately, Dyson sustained the injury when tackled towards the end of our training session on Friday morning,” Bombers football general manager Dan Richardson said. Adelaide’s head of medicine Steve Saunders says Milera will have surgery later Friday. Round Table: Does Richmond have a culture problem? Currently, it is difficult to put a timeframe on a return prior to him having surgery, but we remain hopeful he will return to the field this season.". Stay on current site or go to US version. “Dyson has made excellent progress. The quirky and unusual stats of the 2020 AFL season, 'The '99 prelim ripped our hearts out': An oral history of Essendon's 2000 season, Coaching succession plans might be riskier than first thought. Essendon captain Dyson Heppell's injury woes have continued after he sustained a fractured ankle that will require surgery in a training accident. Dyson Heppell will be sidelined after surgery on his broken ankle. Is finishing in the top four now actually a disadvantage? "Unfortunately, Dyson sustained the injury when tackled towards the end of our training session on Friday morning," Essendon general manager of football Dan Richardson said. "It's an unrelated injury to his foot, but we immediately had the area scanned which identified a fracture in the left ankle. How traditional AFL clubs can learn from the 'cocky kids'. Heppell was withdrawn from last Saturday's win over Sydney after he continued to feel discomfort in his foot on Friday. “Fortunately, there were no significant injuries from the game against Hawthorn. Dyson Heppell chats to BomberTV about how he is progressing through his recovery. The skipper's performance at the main training session on Wednesday will be crucial in determining whether he will face North Melbourne on Saturday, one Worsfold said the team was "really looking forward to". He is also working on his quad strengthening and given he is a young player we are taking the opportunity to do extra core strengthening specifically targeting the hip and pelvis region,” Rundle said. “Currently, it is difficult to put a timeframe on a return prior to him having surgery,” Richardson said. Why the Blues must go all-in on blue-chip stocks. He will miss against West Coast, but we expect him to integrate back into training with the group later in the week,” Rundle said. Round Table: Who is under the most pressure to make the Grand Final? But overall they've just seen an increase in pressure around the contest.". Worsfold said the injury will be have to be managed for the duration of the year. Clickbait and hot takes: How do fans navigate today's footy media? Bringing you a new episode every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. So that's been pretty much the same for the last month.". “It’s an unrelated injury to his foot, but we immediately had the area scanned which identified a fracture in the left ankle. Essendon star Dyson Heppell's season is in doubt after he suffered a fresh injury setback, with the skipper set to undergo surgery following a training mishap on Friday. "If Hep's fit, he'll come in. Round Table: Does Richmond have a culture problem? Are the Suns about to overtake the Giants? The club has confirmed Heppell fractured his ankle while training on Friday. I can't even think of the terminology. Tigers' win will see Barty present AFL trophy, Giants to 'restructure' after Cameron exit, How a pear-shaped novelty became the Grand Final stage, Pass or fail? Heppell was withdrawn from last Saturday's win over Sydney after he continued to feel discomfort in his foot on Friday. Brandan Parfitt meantime has been ruled out of Geelong’s clash with Carlton, paving the way for recruit Jack Steven to make his club debut. Just days after making his successful return to the 2020 season after a serious foot injury, Heppell was seen limping off the training paddock on Friday morning after he was injured in a tackle. "It's very disappointing for both Dyson and the club. Langford believes McGrath has become one of the club's most reliable players. Your new favourite AFL footy podcast. 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"It's an unrelated injury to his foot, but we immediately had the area scanned which identified a fracture in the left ankle. And this one may or may not need some [surgical] intervention at some point, it may just be right," Worsfold said Wednesday morning. Essendon captain Dyson Heppell's injury woes have continued after he sustained a fractured ankle that will require surgery in a training accident. Worsfold said the Dons coming up against a different outift this time. Thanks to House of Marley, David Zaharakis chats to 2020 debutant Irving Mosquito…, Enjoy some of Jordan Ridley's best moments in 2020 following his re-signing for…, Watch the best bits from Kyle Langford's impressive 2020 season, after the midfielder…. He is very fit. AFL Draft Power Rankings: Key forwards jostling for No. There’s fears Essendon skipper Dyson Heppell’s 2020 season is over after just one game, with the star defender set for ankle surgery within days. 19/06/2020. Essendon captain Dyson Heppell's injury woes have continued after he sustained a fractured ankle that will require surgery in a training accident. "It's very disappointing for both Dyson and the club. Is finishing in the top four now actually a disadvantage? Round Table: Who has been the most disappointing player of 2020. He was stabbed in the chest and went to hospital on May 17, but was cleared of any wrongdoing by the AFL. Steven has had a controversial off-season after crossing from the Saints. "So I talk to Myersy regularly about what the team needs and where he's at and we weigh all of that up and we make a call on whether he's likely to come in or not," Worsfold said. Credit: AAP Essendon coach John Worsfold said captain Dyson Heppell's foot issue is "genetic" as the club waits on how it will respond to treatment. Heppell had only returned last week from foot surgery for a long-running issue that hampered his 2019 season. Ruth Bader Ginsburg's legacy will survive the bitter battle over her successor. He is back running again now and feeling much better. Heroes & Villains: Did the pre-finals bye affect the prelims ... again? "It's one of those things you don't know how it's going to respond," he said. The players are in good spirits and have pulled up well from the game despite the travel," Rundle said. The seven-footer eyeing a place in the AFL, Tiger trouble? Round Table: Why aren't the Power being taken seriously? (Photo: AFL Photos). He moved well in training today, and as a result is available to play this week,” Rundle said. "I've been really pleased with the way the whole team has handled that.". The seven-footer eyeing a place in the AFL, Tiger trouble? Meanwhile, fellow defender Aaron Francis will be given another week to prove his fitness following a hamstring tendonitis injury. Heppell had previously gone under the knife several times in the off season to repair a foot injury that he sustained in the second half of the 2019 season. Round Table: Does free agency need fixing? He is likely to be available within the next week or so. Essendon captain Dyson Heppell's injury woes have continued after he sustained a fractured ankle that will require surgery in a training accident. Essendon star Dyson Heppell's season is in doubt after he suffered a fresh injury setback, with the skipper set to undergo surgery following a training mishap on Friday. A win this week is crucial for Essendon's push for September. In footy culture, 2 plus 2 rarely equals 4. He will undergo surgery in coming days and is expected to miss a significant portion of season. The 29-year-old had struggled this season, prompting him to step down to find form at VFL level, a decision Worsfold said was in the team's best interest. The former St Kilda stalwart was added to the Cats … Round Table: Who is under the most pressure to make the Grand Final? Steven, the four-time best and fairest winner at St Kilda, was meant to play in a practice match on Saturday. "Basically 'Myersy' is available for selection as the team requires. 1 rank, List manipulation is here to stay, so get used to it, How AFL recruiters are dealing with the COVID curveballs. "I won't go into it too much because I don't really understand it. Round Table: Who has been the most disappointing player of 2020. © West Australian Newspapers Limited 2020. In round five, the Bombers pulverised the Roos by 58 points but since Rhyce Shaw has taken over as caretaker coach, the Roos have enjoyed a spike in form, winning four of five matches. Cats set up all-Victorian AFL Grand Final, 'Slay that dragon': An oral history of Essendon's 2000 season. He trained well today and is available for Tuesday’s game.”. Essendon v Melbourne Essendon have been dealt a massive blow after it was confirmed captain Dyson Heppell suffered a fractured ankle at training on Friday. You have come to the ESPN Africa edition, for other ESPN editions, click above. Tigers' win will see Barty present AFL trophy, Giants to 'restructure' after Cameron exit, How a pear-shaped novelty became the Grand Final stage, Pass or fail? AFL Draft Power Rankings: Key forwards jostling for No. “Michael sprained his ankle early in the game against Richmond. Senior coach John Worsfold spoke to the media via stream today. In other injury news, Adelaide utility Wayne Milera will miss the next two months because of stress fractures in his foot. Richardson said the 28-year-old remains hopeful he can return in season 2020. Essendon's injury problems are set to ease in the new year according to skipper Dyson Heppell, but they're still cause for concern for former player Adam Cooney. The injury is unrelated to the foot problem that threatened to derail his 2020 season before the coronavirus delayed start. Essendon s only “hopeful” Dyson Heppell will be back playing football this season ahead of ankle surgery after a freak training accident. The Crows travel to the Gold Coast to play the Suns on Sunday and are scheduled to remain at a Queensland hub for three weeks. Round Table: Which player is under the most pressure this finals series? Round Table: Which player is under the most pressure this finals series?

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