The Tasmania Devils have suffered a blow before the first bounce of their season, with captain Robbie Fox to miss Saturday’s historic VFL season opener against Coburg as he continues recovering from a calf injury.
The injury is a setback for the Devils as they prepare for their first VFL season ahead of Saturday’s match at North Hobart Oval.
“Robbie sustained a low-grade calf strain during a recovery run and is progressing well through rehabilitation and his return-to-run program,” Brosnan said.
“He is expected to return in 2-3 weeks.”
Fox also didn’t play in the Devils practice match against Werribee earlier this month, with Jye Menzie captaining the Devils in his place.
Menzie is now expected to captain the Devils as they play Coburg in Hobart this Saturday.
Gates will open at 10am, with kick-off at 12:05pm.
Fans are encouraged to arrive early for the best seating options as all seating is general admission.
Devils officials are urging supporters to download tickets beforehand as venue Wi-Fi will be limited.
Pre-game entertainment starts at 11.15am featuring past Devils VFL players in a special celebration, plus a Q&A with current players and coaches.
The club’s membership team will be stationed near the main entrance on Ryde Street, while the Devils Den merchandise store will operate inside the ground and at 144 Collins Street from 8-11am.
Tickets are still available via Ticketmaster.
The match will be broadcast live on Channel 7 in Tasmania and Kayo nationally from midday.
