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West Australian
2 days ago
- Sport
- West Australian
Elliot Yeo says he's ‘starting to progress now' as he eyes comeback in final stretch of West Coast's season
Elliot Yeo says he's seeing signs of significant progress with his body as he eyes a return to the field as early as next month's western derby clash against Fremantle. After a superb 2024 campaign where he returned to full fitness off the back of several injury-interrupted seasons, Yeo hasn't featured at any level this year. The 31-year-old injured the medial ligament in his right knee and suffered syndesmosis damage to his right ankle in a match simulation session in January, and last month had to again go under the knife to remove some metal from his previous syndesmosis surgery. Yeo remains at least three weeks away from being passed fit, according to the Eagles' most recent injury update, and has had to bide his time on the sidelines alongside fellow members of the top three finishers in last year's John Worsfold Medal count in Jeremy McGovern (concussion) and Jake Waterman (shoulder). Speaking on Tuesday, the two-time All-Australian said he was confident he was heading in the right direction for a comeback to help steer West Coast's midfield through the final stretch of the season. 'I'm starting to progress now, which is a good sign,' Yeo said on 96FM. 'Hopefully the legs will just continue to build up over the next couple of weeks, and I'll tick a few more boxes. 'Hopefully I'll put my hand up for the last sort of month or so and go from there.' West Coast host Richmond in what shapes as a golden chance for both battling clubs to earn a win in just over a month's time on July 19, before starting the final month of their campaign in the following round's derby clash with the Dockers. Yeo produced arguably his best performance of last season in the Eagles' round six derby upset victory, snaring the Glendinning-Allan Medal and earning three Brownlow votes after racking up 26 touches and a goal. Since the start of 2020, Yeo has played in just 57 of a possible 120 West Coast games, coinciding with the club's dramatic tumble down the ladder. The dual club champion said it had been a frustrating experience to be watching on as the Eagles were overcome late in last weekend's loss to North Melbourne in Bunbury. 'We dominated the game for three quarters,' Yeo said. 'We weren't able to capitalise, and hit the scoreboard with points and not goals. 'I probably gave us the 'mozz', too. I was watching and said to the missus, 'the floodgates have opened, we're going to roll away with this now'. And then halfway through the fourth (quarter), I was like, 'oh no, we're going to lose this'.'
Perth Now
2 days ago
- Sport
- Perth Now
‘Starting to progress now': Return finally in sight for Yeo
Elliot Yeo says he's seeing signs of significant progress with his body as he eyes a return to the field as early as next month's western derby clash against Fremantle. After a superb 2024 campaign where he returned to full fitness off the back of several injury-interrupted seasons, Yeo hasn't featured at any level this year. The 31-year-old injured the medial ligament in his right knee and suffered syndesmosis damage to his right ankle in a match simulation session in January, and last month had to again go under the knife to remove some metal from his previous syndesmosis surgery. Yeo remains at least three weeks away from being passed fit, according to the Eagles' most recent injury update, and has had to bide his time on the sidelines alongside fellow members of the top three finishers in last year's John Worsfold Medal count in Jeremy McGovern (concussion) and Jake Waterman (shoulder). Speaking on Tuesday, the two-time All-Australian said he was confident he was heading in the right direction for a comeback to help steer West Coast's midfield through the final stretch of the season. 'I'm starting to progress now, which is a good sign,' Yeo said on 96FM. 'Hopefully the legs will just continue to build up over the next couple of weeks, and I'll tick a few more boxes. 'Hopefully I'll put my hand up for the last sort of month or so and go from there.' West Coast host Richmond in what shapes as a golden chance for both battling clubs to earn a win in just over a month's time on July 19, before starting the final month of their campaign in the following round's derby clash with the Dockers. Yeo produced arguably his best performance of last season in the Eagles' round six derby upset victory, snaring the Glendinning-Allan Medal and earning three Brownlow votes after racking up 26 touches and a goal. Yeo after last year's derby win. Credit: Daniel Carson / AFL Photos Since the start of 2020, Yeo has played in just 57 of a possible 120 West Coast games, coinciding with the club's dramatic tumble down the ladder. The dual club champion said it had been a frustrating experience to be watching on as the Eagles were overcome late in last weekend's loss to North Melbourne in Bunbury. 'We dominated the game for three quarters,' Yeo said. 'We weren't able to capitalise, and hit the scoreboard with points and not goals. 'I probably gave us the 'mozz', too. I was watching and said to the missus, 'the floodgates have opened, we're going to roll away with this now'. And then halfway through the fourth (quarter), I was like, 'oh no, we're going to lose this'.'
Yahoo
30-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Fyfe, Darcy, Young all in line for Dockers return
The cavalry is on its way for Fremantle, with star trio Nat Fyfe, Hayden Young and Sean Darcy all a chance to return for Sunday's home clash with the Western Bulldogs. The Dockers secured their first win of the AFL season with a 38-point triumph over West Coast on Sunday, improving their record to 1-2. Fremantle skipper Alex Pearce suffered an injury scare late in the match when he appeared to hyper extend his left knee while landing. Pearce was able to return to the field after receiving treatment, and coach Justin Longmuir declared there was nothing to worry about going forward. And in some more good news for Fremantle, Fyfe, Young and Darcy are all in the selection mix this week. Fyfe, who underwent knee surgery over the summer, has strung together three consecutive WAFL practice matches to prove he is ready for AFL action. Darcy (ankle/knee) returned to full training last week, while Young is expected to be on full duties this week after recovering from a hamstring injury. All three will play football this week - it's just a matter of what level. "Fyfe has strung a few together, we'll see where he sits," Longmuir said. "Sean and Youngy should be back at some level, we'll work that out during the week. "The cavalry's coming, but I think the product we put out (against West Coast) with the team we put out was really strong as well." Jye Amiss (four goals) and Josh Treacy (three goals) were potent in attack against West Coast, while debutant Isaiah Dudley kicked two goals. But star recruit Shai Bolton is still searching for his first goal for Fremantle after returning 0.2 from 21 disposals. Bolton's lead-in to the season was disrupted by a leg injury, and Longmuir feels it will just be a matter of time before the former Tiger runs hot. "To be honest, he's probably exceeded my expectations because I've seen the low base he has come off and the intensity in which he's played at - the touch, the pressure, the tackle," Longmuir said. "He's added something different to our centre bounce with his ability to harass and get a finger nail in. "He's maybe searching for that first goal and probably searching a little bit too hard at times. "But he's created a lot of opportunities. He had 10 score involvements (against West Coast) and gave a couple off. So he's tracking really well." Glendinning-Allan Medal number FOUR 🌟#AFLEaglesFreo — AFL (@AFL) March 30, 2025 Caleb Serong won a record-equalling fourth Glendinning-Allan medal for his 35-disposal, 10-clearance effort, joining Dockers great Paul Hasleby at the top of the pile.
