Hawthorn Football Club has confirmed a significant setback for midfielder Will Day, who will be unavailable for selection for approximately four months following successful surgery on his right shoulder. The 24-year-old sustained the injury during a routine training session last week, compounding a series of previous physical setbacks that have plagued his recent campaigns.
Club General Manager Rob McCartney expressed both disappointment and confidence in the young player’s resilience. ‘While this is unfortunate news for Will, we are pleased that the surgery was successful and that we now have a clear rehabilitation timeline,’ McCartney stated. He emphasized Day’s strong work ethic during the off-season and the club’s full commitment to supporting his recovery journey.
This latest injury represents a cruel twist of fate for the promising talent, whose career has been repeatedly interrupted by physical ailments. Having already missed substantial portions of the 2024 and 2025 seasons due to previous injuries, this extended absence presents another challenging hurdle in Day’s professional Australian Rules football career. Medical staff will now work closely with Day to ensure his complete recovery before he returns to competitive play.