The GIANTS will be without star midfielder Alyce Parker for the remainder of the home and away season. 

The four-time Gabrielle Trainor Medallist injured her ankle in the third quarter of Saturday’s 13-point loss to the Saints but played out the remainder of the match. 

Scans on Sunday confirmed a syndesmosis injury with the 23-year-old set to undergo surgery on Thursday. 

GIANTS Head of Women’s Football Briana Harvey said it’s a disappointing setback for the young star. 

“Alyce was having yet another exceptional season and it’s disappointing to see her 2023 campaign be cut short,” Harvey said. 

“I’m sure she’ll attack her rehab with the same high standards we see from her week in and week out on the field. 

“The team will get behind her like they do for any injured teammate, and I look forward to seeing who steps up in her absence on field.” 

In positive news, first-year GIANT Teagan Germech successfully got through Saturday’s scrimmage match and will be available for selection this week. 

Midfield duo Annise Bradfield and Madison Brazendale will increase their training loads this week and will look to return via this weekend’s scrimmage match. 

The GIANTS will play their final home game of the season this Saturday when they host the Blues at Henson Park at 3:05pm on Saturday. 

Injury List – 16 October