Jayme Fressard likely wouldn’t have developed into the NRLW star she is today had she not got expelled in year 10 for “getting into a few fights”. Hear the Roosters fireball open up on her troubled childhood that turned her into a rugby league machine.
The Sydney Roosters have named a number of star players to start the grand final who are battling injuries, while the Sharks are set to be boosted by the return of a star forward. See the full NRLW teams analysis.
NRLW star Tamika Upton is in the race another Dally M Medal but her place it the top is under threat by a breakout star. See all the contenders, as well as every nominee for the Dally M Team of the Year.
A courageous performance from injured skipper Isabelle Kelly has inspired the Sydney Roosters to a record fourth NRLW grand final, ending Newcastle’s two-year reign at the top.
From try scoring records on the verge of being broken, to star players racing the clock to be fit to play, there’s plenty of stories still to ride out this NRLW season. Hear from the players and see the biggest storylines ahead of NRLW finals.
The Broncos know all too well that a minor premiership doesn’t book you an automatic ticket to the grand final. Learning from past heartbreak, skipper Ali Brigginshaw has vowed her side won’t fall into the trap again.
It was meant to be Corban Baxter’s year, but an untimely ACL injury and a series of rehab setbacks have made it anything but that. Hear from the Roosters star as she opens up on her complicated recovery.
Roosters star centre Isabelle Kelly has been cleared of a fractured elbow and has been named for the Roosters, while another injured duo are among the reserves and are a chance of returning. See the full NRLW semi-finals teams analysis.
The Knights and Roosters will play the game of the year in this weekend’s sudden-death semi-final, while the Broncos and Sharks will battle for the second grand final spot. These are the players who hold victory in their hands.
Cronulla have stumbled into the NRLW finals after three losses on the trot. However, Emma Tonegato insists the Sharks aren’t sinking and that they can book a grand final ticket at the expense of the minor premiers Brisbane.
The Knights have fired another warning shot to their NRLW rivals as they prepare for a third straight title, scoring 84-points in two games, after crushing the Cowboys.
The Roosters have received a massive boost ahead of their round eight meeting with the Eels with one of their stars cleared of injury concerns and declared fit for the clash. See the full NRLW teams analysis.
It’s the last round of the NRLW but there’s still one spot up for grabs in the finals. We’ve calculated all the scenarios leading to glory for the five teams still in contention.
A second grade-three hip drop charge has been dished out from the weekend’s games, effectively ending the season of Rooster Eliza Lopamaua. Plus, the Broncos have been hit with a major injury blow and more in The NRLW Tackle.
The North Queensland Cowboys are cementing their stronghold over the top half of the state, confirming their plans to build a high performance centre and move the NRLW squad to Cairns.
After months of speculation, the North Queensland Cowboys have outlined their vision to expand the club’s presence in Cairns with a string of multimillion dollar developments on the cards.
Canberra prop Sophie Holyman is in the midst of her best NRLW season to date and has the chance to ruin Parramatta’s finals dreams this week. See out exclusive video on the Raiders gun, plus the full teams analysis.
Parramatta have unearthed one of the game’s next big stars who is right in the mix for rookie of the year status following her incredible solo heroics over the weekend. THE NRLW TACKLE.
Jamie Soward revealed the hardest part about his Dragons axing was telling his daughter he’d lost his job. Hear from the club legend as he opens up on the disappointment of his shock dismissal, as well as his future coaching plans.
The NRLW’s top pointscorer Romy Teitzel will return to Newcastle to face her former club in round seven, while the Roosters, Eels and Raiders are among those who have been forced to rotate heavily. See the full squads analysis for round seven.
Outgoing Dragons NRLW coach Jamie Soward has made a call on his immediate future at the club, after St George Illawarra showed him the door for the 2025 season.
Star Roosters prop Millie Elliott is facing time on the sideline for a careless high tackle among a spate of NRLW charges from round 6 of the competition.
Broncos fullback Hayley Maddick doesn’t get the plaudits she deserves, but five try assists will certainly get some attention. Plus, the Bulldogs announced their inaugural signing ahead of their 2025 NRLW entry and much more in THE TACKLE.
The fifth-placed Parramatta Eels are desperate to crack a spot in the top four, with halfback Rachael Pearson primed for a crucial role as she comes up against her former side the Dragons in round six. See the full NRLW teams analysis.
There has been major fallout from the heated Titans v Roosters NRLW clash, with charges laid and stars facing suspensions from both teams. That and more in The NRLW Tackle.
The Warriors have landed the biggest NRLW coach on the market as they prepare to rejoin the competition in 2025.
The Queensland Maroons have claimed a historic victory in the first ever Game 3 decider in the Women’s State of Origin, crushing the Sky Blues in horrible conditions.
The Sky Blues went within a field goal of winning the State of Origin series in game two, but a flat performance in the historic decider has led to calls for a NSW overhaul.
Queensland cruised past a shell-shocked NSW Sky Blues side early, setting up a dominant victory in the first ever Women’s State of Origin decider. See our full player ratings from the historic clash.
Australia’s top female rugby league players have called for two major changes to Women’s State of Origin ahead of the blockbuster Game III decider in Townsville. Read what they want.
With a kick out of the mud in driving rain Lauren Brown changed the trajectory of the 2024 State of Origin series — and with it, women’s rugby league. It was a long time coming, writes PAMELA WHALEY.
The Gold Coast Titans suffered with no NRLW reserve grade last season, but they won’t let it happen again, after announcing a historic partnership with the Manly Sea Eagles.
The Dragons are in safe hands for the future with Kasey Reh, Bronte Wilson and a number of their other emerging NRLW stars putting on masterful performances as NSW U19s demolished QLD.
The U19s NSW and QLD sides are stacked with teenage prodigies who have dominated junior reps and are eyeing NRLW success. See the full player analysis for both squads including schools and junior clubs.
A history-making State of Origin has laid the groundwork for a bumper NRLW season. PAMELA WHALEY takes a look at the players who will define the premiership race from every club in 2024.
Melbourne Storm is seeking young female athletes from all codes – including netball, Aussie rules and soccer – to help the club create history.
The second Women’s State of Origin game has broken records with a monster audience tuning in to watch Queensland’s series-levelling victory.
The Queensland Maroons have completed a miracle comeback against the NSW Sky Blues, keeping the series alive and setting up a game three decider in Townsville.
NSW were on top for most of the game but Queensland finished strong to steal victory at the death. But who starred and who struggled in the Maroons miracle comeback? See our full Women’s Origin II player ratings.
There’s been plenty of humble firsts, but a timeline of events through history shows women’s rugby league has never reached heights like this before. Track the 103-year timeline.
It’s official. Women’s State of Origin is set to break the attendance record for a fourth straigh game, with McDonald Jones Stadium in Newcastle selling out for Game 2.
It’s her NRLW home ground, but NSW plan to spoil the party for the game’s best player and Queensland superstar, Tamika Upton. See the blueprint.
Canterbury have made their first signing as an NRLW team, poaching a respected Roosters figure as the club’s new head coach and head of female pathways.
A record-breaking crowd watched the Women’s State of Origin series opener, but those numbers are set to be smashed again as Newcastle prepares for a sellout crowd in Game II.
NSW Sky Blues enforcer Caitlan Johnston sent her cruel online trolls a powerful message in State of Origin game one, with a record television audience on hand to witness her deliver it.
NSW pulled off an old-fashioned ambush at Suncorp Stadium on Thursday night, but who were the standouts and who struggled? PAMELA WHALEY rates every player.
The NSW Sky Blues have dealt a devastating blow to the Maroons’ hopes of back-to-back series wins, blowing their Origin rivals away in the first half to secure victory in Game I.
The women’s State of Origin series opener is on track for a record crowd, with talks under way to make the game a regular on the Brisbane sporting calendar.
NSW coach Kylie Hilder has put to bed any lingering doubts that one of her side’s star playmakers won’t be fit for Origin I on Thursday night. ORIGIN LATE MAIL.
Queensland’s star fullback Tamika Upton has won it all, raising the question as to whether the unassuming star from Rockhampton has achieved GOAT status?
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