The Western Bulldogs look set to welcome back a host players from injury this weekend as the side prepares to fly to Sydney to take on the Swans on Saturday afternoon.
Speaking to westernbulldogs.com.au, Football Manager Grahame Lowe said that captain Easton Wood would return from a hamstring imposed layoff, having not played since the Club’s Round 10 win over Collingwood.
“It’s been good to have the weekend off and get back Woody, Lowe said.
“He’s been fit and available and trained well today, so it’s really pleasing to welcome him back [and] he’ll be available for selection this week.”
Wood, will be joined by Koby Stevens and Jason Johannisen in the selection mix.
“JJ (Jason Johannisen), trained really well today so, again, it’s pleasing to have him available for consideration this weekend.
“And also Koby Stevens, it's good to have all three back in the mix.”
In further good news for the Club, Roarke Smith will return to football this weekend after sustaining at ACL injury in the VFL in August 2015. Smith is expected to line up for Footscray this Saturday against the Lions in Coburg.
“It’s great news for Roarke who’s just worked through a significant rehab period for his ACL, Lowe said.
“He’s done a fantastic job, he’s done everything right, and he’s fit and available for selection this weekend."
