Fremantle trained at Patersons Stadium this morning in chilly conditions in its final session before Saturday’s crucial clash with Essendon at the venue.

Stephen Hill, who coach Ross Lyon rated as “unlikely” to play, did not participate in the session, and neither did defender Zac Dawson.

Nick Lower joined David Mundy, Matt de Boer and Lachie Neale at stoppage practice, while Jon Griffin and Zac Clarke rucked against each other.

Greg Broughton trained with a forward group including Matthew Pavlich, Kepler Bradley and Chris Mayne.

Michael Walters and Hayden Ballantyne practiced crumbing, while Jack Anthony trained with the defensive group.

Match information

Fremantle v Essendon
Saturday 23 June
5.40pm bounce down
Patersons Stadium

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