When Adelaide's Irish defender Mark Keane broke his leg in pre-season, his coach was concerned on more than one level.
Matthew Nicks was not only worried about his star defender's injury, but also worried about how Keane would cope mentally to his first serious injury in the AFL.
"I was a little concerned early that this was his first injury, and how he would work his way through that," Nicks said.
Keane, who will make his AFL comeback on Saturday when the sixth-placed Crows host Melbourne at Adelaide Oval, soon allayed those fears.
"Ultimate pro. He has been outstanding," Nicks said.
"He's done an incredible job ... how professional he's been since the injury.
"He actually improved his leadership (but) ... it's going to take him a little time to find the speed of the game again."
