Hawthorn fans, brace yourselves! There are fresh injury concerns for star midfielder Will Day, who was helped off the field during a recent training session. This news has sent a wave of worry through the Hawks' camp, especially given Day's history with injuries.
Day was seen cradling his right shoulder as he left the training ground on Thursday. The severity of the injury remains unknown, and the team is awaiting the results of tests and scans, which are expected later in the day.
This situation is particularly concerning because Day has already faced significant setbacks. At the end of the 2024 season, he suffered a shoulder injury that sidelined him for the finals. Although it was in the same shoulder area, the previous injury was more related to his collarbone or neck.
That injury disrupted his pre-season, but he managed to recover in time for the opening matches of the season. Unfortunately, in round four, he suffered a serious foot injury. He hurt his navicular bone, which is a problematic injury for athletes, particularly a stress injury that Day had experienced before. He returned to play later in the season, but re-injured his foot in a game against the Crows.
Day's absence was keenly felt as Hawthorn made it to the preliminary final in September.
The Hawks' opening round game is against Greater Western Sydney on March 7. The team and its fans are now anxiously awaiting updates on Day's condition, hoping he can return to the field soon.
But here's where it gets controversial... Do you think the Hawks should adjust their game plan based on Day's injury history? What impact will his absence have on the team's performance? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
