Majak Daw has successfully completed his return to football, playing a quarter in North Melbourne’s VFL clash against Sandringham.
A big crowd at Arden Street gave Daw a fitting reception as he ran onto the ground, with a fist-pump signifying just how much it meant to the key-defender.
Daw played around 20 minutes, finishing with 4 disposals, as he was eased back into footy.
The Roos’ number 1 will up his game-time in the coming weeks.
"It was more 'Dip your toe in the water mate and see how you pull up'," VFL coach David Loader said.
"Maybe 'Maj' could've played longer, maybe he couldn't have, I'm not sure, but we just assess now after a small sample size and take it from there."
Our comeback hero is in the building. We’re all behind you, @majakdaw! pic.twitter.com/caenUHfD4u
— North Melbourne (@NMFCOfficial) July 6, 2019
A special moment for @MajakDaw and the big crowd supporting him here today at Arden Street. pic.twitter.com/Tszr5wXISj
— North Melbourne (@NMFCOfficial) July 7, 2019
A couple of early touches for @MajakDaw as he eases back in on return.
— North Melbourne (@NMFCOfficial) July 7, 2019
The plan is for him to play two eight-minute blocks in first quarter, then increase his load in the coming weeks.
Comeback complete. A successful return for @MajakDaw in the VFL. He has completed his planed load for the day.
— North Melbourne (@NMFCOfficial) July 7, 2019
Photo: Graham Denholm. pic.twitter.com/OzuZI43x0x
What about the turnout for @NorthVFL and return of @majakdaw today! Thanks to all the North fans for your amazing support. pic.twitter.com/t25kW58y2T
— North Melbourne (@NMFCOfficial) July 7, 2019
Sam Wright speaks on Majak's return: "It's actually incredible... I don't know if any other person would have been able to do it."#VFL pic.twitter.com/5TNpLscmvD
— 7VFL (@7VFL) July 7, 2019
A memorable win at home! ⚪️
— North Melbourne VFL (@NorthVFL) July 7, 2019
FT: NORTH 98 - 41 SANDRINGHAM #BeAShinboner pic.twitter.com/jdjZfNwHdp
