GEELONG midfielder Amy McDonald has been ruled out of the remainder of Saturday's must-win semi-final against Sydney after suffering a hamstring injury in the second quarter, but Georgie Prespakis has returned to the field after copping a heavy hit.
McDonald, who missed four games earlier in the season with a hamstring strain, came from the field during the second term and did not return.
The 28-year-old is a three-time club best and fairest winner and key part of the Cats' midfield.
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She had 20 disposals and kicked a goal during last week’s qualifying final loss to Melbourne.
It wasn't the only injury concern for the home side, with superstar mid Prespakis sent for a HIA assessment shortly before half-time.
One of the favourites for the league best and fairest, Prespakis received a free kick for high contact in the second term after her head was sandwiched between two Swans, and her resultant kick missed her target by 15-20m.
However, the 23-year-old was cleared and returned in the second half.
Prespakis has been tracked closely by noted tagger Tanya Kennedy, recording 12 disposals and four clearances in the first half.
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