Sam Docherty

2024 - 9 - 7

Sam Docherty: From Sidelines to Spotlight, the Hero We All Needed!

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Carlton's Sam Docherty makes a triumphant return to the field, showcasing resilience and hope despite the team's elimination. 🏉✨

In the realm of Australian AFL, few stories are as compelling as that of Sam Docherty, the Carlton veteran whose journey has been filled with highs, lows, and sheer determination. After battling through significant injuries, including a devastating ACL tear, Docherty defied the odds by taking the field just 183 days post-operation during the elimination final against the Brisbane Lions. His return not only brought a boost to Carlton's morale but also underscored his commitment to the team and its 2025 aspirations despite a disappointing end to the season.

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'Too inconsistent': Walsh laments Blues' demise as Voss delivers ... (The Age)

Carlton coach Michael Voss told his players their performance was not up to standard in an assessment of their elimination final loss to the Brisbane Lions ...

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'Mate, you are mad!': Carlton coach's passionate defence of big ... (Fox Sports)

Carlton coach Michael Voss has defended the decision to play “amazing human” Sam Docherty in the elimination final loss to Brisbane, just 183 days after the ...

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Docherty's 'full belief' in Blues' 2025 hopes after Lions mauling (Herald Sun)

Returning hero Sam Docherty believes Carlton has what it takes to bridge the gap on the competition's best sides despite a disappointing elimination final ...

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Carlton veteran Sam Docherty's heroic ACL return deemed a 'one ... (ABC News)

Carlton's 2024 season comes to an end after a disappointing loss to Brisbane, but there is one silver lining — Sam Docherty defying the odds once again.

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'Not over yet': Sam Docherty shines on return for Carlton amid dark ... (The Guardian)

Luckless defender makes stirring return after torn ACL in opening round as the Lions crush the Blues 14.15 (99) to 11.5 (71) in elimination final.

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