Season in short:

Unlucky is the word to sum up Clay Smith’s 2014 season, after rupturing the ACL in his right knee for the second time in 12 months.

In positive news for both Smith and the Club, Smith’s signed a contract keeping him at the Bulldogs to the end of the 2016 season.

 PLAYER PROFILE: View Clay Smith's player profile and 2014 season statistics.

Smith only managed one senior game in 2014 but will be looking to get back to full fitness and return to the senior line-up in 2015 to add to his career games tally of 31.

What they said:

“We feel we are forming a core group of young players with desirable and sound qualities and Clay signing a contract extension is another step in the right direction for our Club.

“Clay is a ruthless competitor who works extremely hard at his game, and we look forward to him having a long career with us.” – List Manager Jason McCartney.