Amy McDonald returns for Geelong's clash with Hawthorn
Geelong star midfielder Amy McDonald will play Thursday after four matches out with a hamstring injury.
Geelong has received a boost for its Thursday night match against Hawthorn with star midfielder Amy McDonald returning from a hamstring injury. McDonald has missed the past four games.
Amy McDonald enters the side alongside Jasmin Stewart. Geelong defender Bryde O'Rourke will miss through illness, while first-year midfielder Renee Morgan is omitted.
For Hawthorn, young midfielder Laura Stone returns after completing concussion protocols. Najwa Allen makes way after playing her first match of the season last week.
Forward Greta Bodey has not been named in the starting 21 but is listed as an emergency. The match begins at 7.15pm AEST at GMHBA Stadium.
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- Matches missed
- 7.15pm AEST
- Kick-off time
- GMHBA Stadium
- Venue
Why it mattersMcDonald's return strengthens Geelong's midfield for a crucial match, while Hawthorn loses experience with Allen's omission.
AustraliaAustralian AFLW followers tracking Geelong and Hawthorn will see different team shapes for Thursday night's clash due to injury and omission.
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