North Ballarat Roosters have been without some of its experienced players throughout stages of the first six weeks, but the bye will provide a handful of players an opportunity to make sure they return soon after the week off.
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Luke Kiel, Oliver Tate, Toby Thoolen, Tom Taurau and Nick Nott will all be in the frame for senior selection against Essendon in round seven. All five players will have a significant impact across all parts of the ground for the Roosters and will likely, at worst, only miss one more match given it plays one game in the next 15 days.
Meanwhile, Josh Webster (thumb) is about a month away and Tom Schnerring (foot) will be aiming to return later in the season.
INJURY LIST
Luke Kiel (hamstring) 1-2 weeks
Oliver Tate (hamstring) 1 week
Josh Webster (thumb) 4 weeks
Toby Thoolen (ankle) 1-2 weeks
Tom Taurau (groin) 1-2 weeks
Tom Schnerring (foot) 8-10 weeks
Nick Nott (shoulder) 1 week
NOT FAR AWAY: Roosters hardnut Luke Kiel is nearly over his hamstring complaint and will be a welcome return to North Ballarat's midfield.
Daniel Short
Sports journalist
