Davey Done For The Year

Essendon forward Alwyn Davey will miss the rest of the 2008 AFL season after scans Monday confirmed he must have a full knee reconstruction.

‘The results of his scans confirmed our worst fears and Alwyn will miss the rest of the season,’‘ Essendon team manager David Calthorpe said.

“He will have surgery in the next week or so and will then start his rehabilitation program.

“The injury takes about 10-12 months to recover and, all going well, we hope to have him back for round one next year.’‘

Davey injured his right knee during a routine training drill last Thursday at Windy Hill.

“I was pretty devastated to hear the news,’‘ Davey said on Monday. “I didn’t think it was going to be that bad, but when it came out, it was pretty bad. I just have to get back on track next year.’‘

Posted 28 April 08 in News