Overview

• Smith said he spent about four weeks at Epworth Camberwell in 2024 while rehabbing an ACL tear that ended his season.
• He described the admission as voluntary and said he continues to see a psychiatrist for ongoing support.
• He linked his mental-health decline to the loss of identity from injury, a move from the Western Bulldogs to Geelong, and external scrutiny.
• He noted it was his first public disclosure of the stay, drawing an ovation in the room and praise from commentators.
• The revelation accompanied his maiden All-Australian honour after a strong first season with Geelong following his year out injured.