Archived News from October 2014
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LUKE JONES OUT FOR 4-6 MONTHS
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Jones set for spell on sidelines
mansfieldtown.net, 18th October 2014 Defender ruled out for between ‘four to six months’. Read more at http://www.mansfieldtown.net/news/article/jones-set-for-spell-on-sidelines-2022585.aspx#9LFuHKRmDxaui1o5.99 Defender Luke Jones is set for a lengthy absence of around ‘four to six’ months, having suffered an achilles injury in training earlier this week (Thur 16 Oct). Boss Paul Cox confirmed the news during a pre-match interview ahead of this afternoon’s game with Cambridge United. The 27-year-old re-joined us on a free transfer in the summer, following a season-long stay with Stevenage. ----------------- http://www.chad.co.uk/sport/mansfield-town/jones-blow-as-cox-asks-chairman-for-more-help-with-injury-crisis-1-6903901#comments-area On Jones’ injury, believed to be a ruptured Achilles’ tendon that will keep up out for four to six months, Paul Cox added: “I am gutted for the kid. He will be a massive miss for us as he is such a colossus. “He was running towards the ball and there was a clicking and snapping noise and he was left in excruciating pain. “Jonesy is not a squealer. It was horrible for everyone and I think it affected everyone psychologically. The session ended there and then with the lads all visibly upset and Luke screaming in pain on the floor. They are all human beings. -------------------- |
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