Geelong’s Executive General Manager – Football Andrew Mackie has provided a GMHBA Health Update ahead the Round 1 clash against Fremantle at GMHBA Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

Available

Shaun Mannagh - Foot

Shaun is back in full training after being managed throughout the preseason with a right foot bone stress injury. He is set to play in the VFL practice match on Saturday against Port Melbourne.

Unavailable

Jake Kolodjashnij - Groin, 3 weeks

Jake has been managing groin soreness. Over the last two weeks his loading has progressed well however he will be unavailable for selection for the next three weeks.

Xavier Ivisic - Ankle, 4-6 weeks

Xavier is recovering well after surgery for a right ankle syndesmosis injury. He has recommenced running and will begin to integrate back into football drills over the next fortnight.

He is expected to remain sidelined for the next 4-6 weeks. 

Jed Bews - Finger, 8-12 weeks

Jed has sustained a right fifth finger tendon injury. He has had surgery to repair the tendon and is currently in a splint and recovering well. He will be sidelined for the next 8-12 weeks, however, will be able to complete conditioning and light touch training.  

Cameron Guthrie - Achilles, TBC

Cameron is progressing well through his rehab after having minor surgery on his left achilles tendon two weeks ago. 

After experiencing ongoing discomfort during high level football drills, it’s hoped the surgery will help Cam return to full function and minimise risk of ongoing issues.

He has commenced running and a return to play timeline will be confirmed as his loads increase. 

Tanner Bruhn - Finger, TBC

Tanner has sustained a finger injury. He has avoided surgery however will continue to wear a splint to help the healing process.   

Toby Conway - Back, TBC 

Toby has returned to running and is progressing well through this reconditioning block. He will start integrating into football-based drills over the next fortnight. Toby is a long-term prospect, and a timeline on his return will be set as an appropriate preseason load profile is completed.