The team eagerly awaits Flynn’s comeback to the field in optimal health and form.
West Coast Eagles’ ruckman, Matt Flynn, underwent surgery today to mend a detached tendon at the junction of his hamstring and knee, following an injury incurred during a routine ruck drill in Friday’s captain’s run ahead of the scrimmage with Fremantle.
During a light training session, Flynn engaged in a ruck bag exercise, but towards its conclusion, he began to experience discomfort around his knee and upper shin. Subsequently, he underwent scans, leading to the decision for prompt surgical intervention to expedite his rehabilitation process.
The general manager of football, Gavin Bell, remarked on the uniqueness of Flynn’s injury, noting its rarity even among experienced medical personnel. Comparable cases in recent AFL history have been sparse.
Post-surgery, Flynn will require a brief period on crutches before commencing his recovery regimen. The anticipated timeframe for his return to play spans between 10 and 12 weeks. However, owing to the atypical nature of the injury, the timeline remains somewhat indefinite. Nonetheless, the team eagerly awaits Flynn’s comeback to the field in optimal health and form.
