Running machine Molly McDonald has been ruled out of the remainder of the Saints’ 2025 campaign after suffering a leg injury during Sunday’s match.
The winger was subbed out of the game at the start of the third quarter, with scans revealing the No.1 had suffered a fibula fracture along with a syndesmosis injury. After consultation with specialists, McDonald will undergo surgery this week to address the two issues.
“A frustrating one for Molly, who will certainly be missed as she’s such an integral leader and asset for our team,” GM AFLW Jessie Mulholland said.
“We wish her all the best as she heads into a time of recovery and rehabilitation, and trust she has the support of the entire club behind her.”
In another injury blow, Olivia Vesely is set to miss the next 8 weeks after suffering a calf strain. The midfielder was on the verge of a return to the side from concussion protocols before suffering the set back.
“A really disappointing result for Liv who has remained resilient this season through injury setbacks” GM AFLW Jessie Mulholland said.
“We know she’ll tackle this next chapter of rehab with the same resilience and drive, still playing an essential off field role as an integral part of our squad.”
Positively, J’Noemi Anderson has been cleared of any major damage after sustaining an ankle sprain in the last term of the Saints’ win over Richmond, with the midfielder set to miss at least the next two games.
Despite this handful of injury setbacks, the Saints’ depth continues to shine with key players tracking towards return.
Inaugural Saint Darcy Guttridge will put her hand up for selection this week, pending a fitness test during the Saints main session on Thursday. The versatile forward featured in the Saints’ opening round before suffering a foot injury.
Meanwhile, 2024 recruit Alanna Gee is tracking towards a return from her ACL recovery within the next fortnight.
The Saints will next face Port Adelaide at 1.05pm this Sunday at RSEA Park as they attempt to to claim their third win in a row this season.
INJURY LIST
Guttridge | Foot | Test
Gee | ACL | 1-2 weeks
Anderson | Ankle | 2-4 weeks
Vesely | Calf | 8 weeks
McDonald | Leg | Season
Fiedler | ACL | Inactive
