Carrick Rangers HubCarrick Rangers midfielder Maciulaitis is set to return to action after an eight-month injury layoff. The 26-year-old suffered an ACL injury in October during a Senior Shield match against Glentoran.
What happened?
Maciulaitis underwent surgery and spent countless hours in the gym, going through an extensive rehab programme.
Why it matters for Carrick Rangers
The midfielder's return is a boost for Stephen Baxter's side, who won the Senior Shield competition despite Maciulaitis' injury.
What comes next?
Maciulaitis has been cleared to take part in pre-season and is aiming to be ready for the start of the season. He has been driven on by a motivation to return better than before, and his research has shown that many players can come back stronger after an ACL injury.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Injury duration | 8 months |
| Age | 26 |
| Position | Midfielder |
| Team | Carrick Rangers |
Maciulaitis has racked up 100 Premiership appearances for Carrick since joining from Loughgall in 2023. He is now focused on getting back to full fitness and helping his team in the upcoming season.
The likes of Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk and Manchester City’s Rodri have returned to top form after suffering an ACL injury, and Maciulaitis is hoping to follow in their footsteps.
