Dons boast clean bill of health

Jason Winderlich is back for the Dons. Picture: Scott Chris Source: HWT Image Library

ESSENDON'S injury curse is officially a thing of the past with the top-of-the-table Dons boasting a clean bill of health on the back of Jason Winderlich's successful VFL return today.

The Dons have joined North Melbourne with empty medical rooms, with Winderlich impressing with three goals in his first appearance this year.

Winderlich missed most of the summer with a groin complaint but lined up as a small forward for a half and was lively in the 75-point practice match thumping of St Kilda's affiliate Sandringham.

The 28-year-old is now expected to build on his match fitness again in the VFL, when the Bombers' reserves side plays Bendigo Gold in Round 1 of the second-tier season next week.

"Obvoiusly I would rather have kept playing than stop at half time but it is a long year and I am aiming to play 16 to 17 games this season," he said.

Father-son sensation Joe Daniher lined up in attack, alongside Scott Gumbleton, and booted one goal in the 14.19 (103) to 3.10 (28) win.

But the Dons opted not to play David Zaharakis, instead boosting the dashing midfielder's match fitness through intensive training.

David Hille won the praise of Dons development coach Hayden Skipworth for his efforts in the ruck.

"He was excellent for us all day and once again all around the ground he was good for us," Skipworth said.

Justin Koschitzke booted one goal for the Zebras after being left out of the Saints side to face Gold Coast tomorrow night.

Small forward Adam Schneider worked hard and is edging towards reclaiming a place in St Kilda's side.

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