Footscray coach Ashley Hansen says his side will face a tough challenge against an experienced North Ballarat outfit on Sunday.
The Bulldogs and Roosters both go into the game on eight points and both will be keen to notch up their third win.
Hansen said his side’s focus will be on replicating the form that led them to a 62-point win over Geelong last weekend.
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“North Ballarat provide a great challenge this week after they came off an impressive win against the Northern Blues.
“They have some mature and experienced VFL players who will need to be respected and matched on Sunday.
“Our focus going in will be to continue to build on last week’s performance and take opportunities within the match.”
Mitch Jensen, JD Hayes, Meyrick Buchanan and Tom Sharp all come into contention after impressing in recent weeks.
“Those boys have had some strong local form and their ability to play multiple positions with the team is obviously beneficial.”
Vice-captain Brent Prismall has been in outstanding form of late and Hansen said the 28-year-old would be another key to his side’s success on Sunday.
“Pris has had a really strong start to the season, leading the way with his contested possession, clearance work and ball use in offence being highlights.”
