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Key defender Beth Schilling is pushing for a return this weekend after making encouraging progress from a quad strain that has kept her out of action. After missing most of the 2025 season due to a Lisfranc injury, Schilling is set to reintegrate into main training this week. "Beth has progressed well over the last week and will reintegrate into main training this week," High Performance Manager Sam Batterton said. Fellow defender Jess Rentsch is also making positive strides in her recovery from a foot injury and has continued to build her running loads. "Jess has progressed well in building her running volume in her return from injury," Batterton said. Liz McGrath remains on track in her recovery from a hamstring injury and remains around two weeks away from a return. "Liz has made good progress over the last week," Batterton said. "She will continue to build her running speed and begin skills work with the main group over the next week." Recruit Lily Paterson is also making steady progress as she moves through the next phase of her rehabilitation from a hip injury. "Lily has made a successful return to run and is now working through a reconditioning phase before joining main group training," Batterton said. AFLW Injury List Last Updated: