Talented young Geelong player Billie Smedts will continue to play his part in the ongoing rejuvenation of the Cats' side, after signing a new two-year contract.

Smedts was drafted at the end of 2010 using one of the compensation picks from Gary Ablett's defection to the Gold Coast.

Billie Smedts signs a new two-year contract. Credit:Sebastian Costanzo

The 20-year-old has featured in all but one of the Cats' nine games this season after a 14-game debut in 2012.

Smedts missed last week's match with damaged ankle ligaments, but the club is optimistic he will line up against the Suns on Saturday