Cora Staunton has suffered a double leg break while playing for the Bulldogs in the AFL Sydney Premier Division Women’s competition.
The Mayo women was playing for UNSW-ES Bulldogs when she was injured in a tackle midway through the third quarter of their clash with Macquarie University.
Initial scans have confirmed Staunton broke both her tibia and fibula bones in her right leg. She will have more tests to establish the full extent of the damage.
A statement confirmed surgery is expected: "The GIANTS’ medical staff is working closely with Staunton with surgery expected in the coming days."
It comes soon after it was confirmed Staunton had signed a new deal with the side for the 2020 AFLW season. It was to be the 11-time All-Star's third season with the Giants.
They finished in third place Conference B last season.
