Got this from afc.com.au
Injured players progress report
matthew robran
9:41:08 AM Thu 30 January, 2003
With the opening bounce for season 2003 fast approaching, several players will be returning to the main training group after an absence due to injury, and will be looking to impress the coaching staff and push for selection. With the opening Wizard Cup round just around the corner all players will be pushing themselves to the limit on the training track to gain selection in the first match. Players returning from injury will be eager to get back into the thick of things, however it will be important to keep a close watch on their competitiveness to make sure they don’t re-injure themselves. Players returning from injury are:
Mark Bickley: After recovering from his broken leg and then a leg infection, Mark is well on the way to recovery. He is back into the running drills, doing agility work and is back handling the footies and he is aiming to join the main training group in 1-2 weeks. Although having a lengthy lay-off with his injury, Mark has been working tirelessly with Olympic Cycling Coach, Charlie Walsh, and his fitness levels are at an excellent level.
Scott Welsh: After missing much of the second half of season 2002 with the dreaded Osteitis Pubis, Scott’s groin problems finally seem to be disappearing. After re-injuring his groin in December 2002 he flew to Sydney and underwent the same operation as Michael Voss and the operation went very well. Scott is currently on a restricted running program and should join in full training in 2-3 weeks.
Daniel Schell: Another player to become a victim of a groin problem, Daniel has just returned from Sydney where he also had a groin operation (same as Scott Welsh). Daniel has just commenced his rehabilitation program, which involves swimming and walking and he should be set to resume in 6-8 weeks.
Kris Massie: A mild case of Chronic Fatigue delayed the start of Kris’ pre-season by a few weeks. He is slowly regaining all his energy and currently his training involves a restricted running program as well as skill work. At this stage the club has not set a time for Kris to re-join the main training group, however the medical staff are happy with his progress, and we should se him back in full flight, sooner rather than later.
James Begley: The St Kilda recruit’s pre-season has been slowed by a shoulder injury, however the positive side to the injury is that he has been able to complete all the running sessions, so his fitness level is very good. James is able to take part in all the training exercises, however he is still 2-3 weeks away from full competitive training.
Michael Bratton (Rookie): A shoulder reconstruction at the end of last season sees Michael in the same position as James Begley. Michael is able to complete the running and skill sessions so his fitness level is of no concern. He won’t be trust into competitive football until April.
Hayden Skipworth (Rookie): Hayden has returned to the track (albeit jogging) after sustaining a corked calf and should be back into full training in 2 weeks.
Good to see some positive signs. Interesting that Schell had OP as well
Injured players progress report
matthew robran
9:41:08 AM Thu 30 January, 2003
With the opening bounce for season 2003 fast approaching, several players will be returning to the main training group after an absence due to injury, and will be looking to impress the coaching staff and push for selection. With the opening Wizard Cup round just around the corner all players will be pushing themselves to the limit on the training track to gain selection in the first match. Players returning from injury will be eager to get back into the thick of things, however it will be important to keep a close watch on their competitiveness to make sure they don’t re-injure themselves. Players returning from injury are:
Mark Bickley: After recovering from his broken leg and then a leg infection, Mark is well on the way to recovery. He is back into the running drills, doing agility work and is back handling the footies and he is aiming to join the main training group in 1-2 weeks. Although having a lengthy lay-off with his injury, Mark has been working tirelessly with Olympic Cycling Coach, Charlie Walsh, and his fitness levels are at an excellent level.
Scott Welsh: After missing much of the second half of season 2002 with the dreaded Osteitis Pubis, Scott’s groin problems finally seem to be disappearing. After re-injuring his groin in December 2002 he flew to Sydney and underwent the same operation as Michael Voss and the operation went very well. Scott is currently on a restricted running program and should join in full training in 2-3 weeks.
Daniel Schell: Another player to become a victim of a groin problem, Daniel has just returned from Sydney where he also had a groin operation (same as Scott Welsh). Daniel has just commenced his rehabilitation program, which involves swimming and walking and he should be set to resume in 6-8 weeks.
Kris Massie: A mild case of Chronic Fatigue delayed the start of Kris’ pre-season by a few weeks. He is slowly regaining all his energy and currently his training involves a restricted running program as well as skill work. At this stage the club has not set a time for Kris to re-join the main training group, however the medical staff are happy with his progress, and we should se him back in full flight, sooner rather than later.
James Begley: The St Kilda recruit’s pre-season has been slowed by a shoulder injury, however the positive side to the injury is that he has been able to complete all the running sessions, so his fitness level is very good. James is able to take part in all the training exercises, however he is still 2-3 weeks away from full competitive training.
Michael Bratton (Rookie): A shoulder reconstruction at the end of last season sees Michael in the same position as James Begley. Michael is able to complete the running and skill sessions so his fitness level is of no concern. He won’t be trust into competitive football until April.
Hayden Skipworth (Rookie): Hayden has returned to the track (albeit jogging) after sustaining a corked calf and should be back into full training in 2 weeks.
Good to see some positive signs. Interesting that Schell had OP as well
