Geelong has elevated midfielder James Parsons from the rookie list to the senior list.

Parsons, 19, was drafted by the Cats with pick 27 in the 2016 rookie draft.

A midfielder, he represented Vic Metro in the 2015 under-18 national championships.

After an injury interrupted start to his 2016 season with the Cats, Parsons came home with a wet sail, including 27 disposals, nine clearances and a goal against Werribee in round 15.

Parsons’ elevation is a result of Cory Gregson being placed on the long-term injury list.