Jewels receive boost ahead of Flyers fixture

The Tasmania Jewels will welcome back a key leader and unveil a major new weapon in Thursday’s Round 5 clash with the Southside Melbourne Flyers.

Vice-captain Keely Froling has been cleared to return from the calf injury she suffered in the Jewels’ historic Round 1 win over Geelong.

In more good news for the Apple Isle, WNBA talent Madina Okot is on track to make her WNBL debut, after arriving in Australia over the weekend.

The pair would be a massive boost for Claudia Brassard’s side, who are looking to return to the winner’s circle after losing to Adelaide on Saturday.

Thursday’s Silverdome clash between the 2-2 Jewels and the 1-4 Flyers tips off at 7pm AEDT, live on 9Now and ESPN via Disney+.