Walyalup (Fremantle), mindful of Sean Darcy‘s condition, are likely to adopt a cautious approach this week, potentially ruling him out of Saturday’s match against St Kilda, where he would have faced his former coach Ross Lyon.
Darcy exited the Dockers’ recent victory over Richmond due to calf tightness, prompting the club to take a conservative stance. Despite sitting out the subsequent loss to Sydney, Darcy’s participation against the Saints remains uncertain, as indicated by teammate Caleb Serong. Serong suggested that the club is leaning towards prioritizing Darcy’s recovery, potentially keeping him sidelined for another week to allow for additional training.
Should Darcy be absent, it would mark a significant period of limited game time for the talented ruckman, who has struggled with injuries in recent times, including ankle and knee issues.
Serong acknowledged Darcy’s frustration with his latest setback, emphasizing the importance of getting his body back to full fitness to contribute effectively to the team’s success. With Luke Jackson likely to continue shouldering the ruck responsibilities, Darcy’s absence underscores the need for his recovery.
The Dockers, despite the emotional challenges of the past week following Cam McCarthy’s passing, are expected to field an unchanged lineup for their upcoming match, with Michael Walters set to return to the starting side. Walters will face Lyon, his former mentor, for the first time in what promises to be an emotional encounter.
