Named: The female stars to watch in Toowoomba junior league
Rising stars: From under-13 to under-17, here are more than 40 female players with bright futures in Toowoomba Junior Rugby League. Find out who cracked the list from your club.
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From Shenae Ciesiolka and Steph Hancock to Emily Bass and Jada Ferguson, Toowoomba, the Darling Downs and South Burnett has produced some exceptional female league players.
With the 2025 season underway here’s a look at the female players with bright futures.
Kita Brown
Dalby Devils U13
A good ball runner, with great agility. A natural born leader, Kita can always be counted on to work on hard on the field and keep spirits high off the field.
Ellie Towers
Dalby Devils U13
A great addition to the Dalby Devils U13 team this year. Her speed and agility always gets the team on the front foot.
Shae Sippel
Dalby Devils U13
Has emerged as a leader in the side. She’s a great team player, strong tackler and handy ball player.
Keira Ryan
Dalby Devils U15
A fierce up and coming forward. Keira is quick on her feet and a great rugby league talent. She runs hard and is a dominant player on the field. Keira will bring a lot to the team this year.
Piper Calvert
Dalby Devils U15
Talent, speed and stamina. Piper is handy in the forward pack, a hard ball carrier and has great defensive skills.
Millie Dun
Dalby Devils U15
New to the halves in the Devils U15 side and has really started to find her feet. Coming in from fullback, Millie is agile and quick on her feet. She has shown promise in reading the play in both attack and defence.
Rhianna Argus
Dalby Devils U15
New to the team and has proved to be a strong utility player with great footwork and speed to burn. There is definitely no shortage of natural talent here.
Alirah Tewes-Smallwood
South Burnett Eagles U13
Alirah is a standout due to her craftiness on the field, exceptional footwork, and powerful driving tackles. Her ability to outmanoeuvre opponents with a great step and deliver strong, impressive, inspirational tackles makes her a player to watch.
Mackenzie Ninness
South Burnett Eagles U13
Mackenzie is a star due to her solid defence, powerful running in the centres, and unwavering consistency. Her ability to play with great heart and determination makes her a great teammate on the field.
Ruby Beil
South Burnett Eagles U13
Ruby is quickly making a name for herself despite being new to the game. Her strong runs and impressive pace allow her to compete with the best, making her one to watch.
Destiny Fooks
South Burnett Eagles U15
Destiny never backs down from a challenge. She makes the big tackles when it matters most and is a key part of the Eagles defence. Playing on the wing, she’s dangerous in open space — if you give her an inch, she’ll find the try line.
Chloe Dennis
South Burnett Eagles U15
Chloe plays a smart, strategic game at hooker and reads the play exceptionally well. She’s always looking for gaps in the opposition’s defence and takes advantage when it counts. In defence, she’s rock solid — rarely letting anyone break through.
Taylor Greeff
South Burnett Eagles U15
Taylor brings experience from playing in junior mixed teams, She’s a rock in the front row forwards — a tough defender known for making back-to-back tackles. Taylor is just as effective using her strength to break through the line.
Jorja Harch
South Burnett Eagles U15
Jorga may be new to the game, but she’s already making a big impact in the front row. She packs a punch in defence, is a strong runner, and never hesitates to step in wherever she’s needed. Her determination makes her a real asset to the team.
Emaleigh Huth
South Burnett Eagles U15
Emaleigh plays in the centres and brings a strong mix of speed and game awareness to every match. She’s a reliable and confident defender, also a strong communicator on the field, constantly talking to her teammates and helping to organise the defensive line.
Chloe Sippel
South Burnett Eagles U17
A tough and versatile player who brings strength and reliability across the park. Chloe’s adaptability means she can slot into any position when needed, always giving her all for the team.
Rachelle McKenzie
South Burnett Eagles U17
A strong presence in both attack and defence, Rachelle has a natural ability to read the game, consistently making smart plays and positioning herself perfectly to support her team.
Bella Barrett
South Burnett Eagles U17
A lightning-fast fullback with silky footwork that leaves defenders guessing. Bella’s agility and unpredictability make her a constant threat in open play.
Poppy Jeffs
South Burnett Eagles U17
A no-fuss, hardworking player who lets her actions do the talking. Poppy is a true workhorse, always willing to dig in and do the tough stuff on the field.
Hannah Mundey
Highfields Eagles U17
A strong front rower that always brings her best, hits hard and leaves an impact on games through her actions.
Ellie Pender
Highfields Eagles U17
Ellie loves a tackle and doesn’t care about the size of the player she faces. She can also be a hard one to catch when breaking away from the pack giving most a good chase.
Emmy-Lou Everingham
Highfields Eagles U17
Emmy brings plenty of laughs to the group with her classic country banter, while being an incredible player that will run all day if you asked her too.
Ciara Hellyer
Newtown Lions U13
Has been training hard for a breakout season. A tireless defender and can find the try line with the ball in her hands.
Hannah Kentish
Newtown Lions U13
Has been competing in the boys competition for the past couple of seasons. A very talented all-round player.
Tarliah Murdoch
Newtown Lions U13
A small but mighty force on the field. She’s a hard runner who doesn’t back down from any challenge. Tarliah plays with incredible heart and determination, proving that size isn’t everything when you have the drive and passion she does.
Eva Kampf
Newtown Lions U13
A dynamic fullback with incredible speed and agility. Her quickness on the field makes her a real threat, as she zips around the opposition with ease. Eva’s energy and ability to read the game make her a standout player and a key asset to the team.
Aaliyah Hagan
Newtown Lions U15
A strong runner with the ball and will be a force in the middle making bug runs.
Mikayla Zirbel
Newtown Lions U15
Playing in the halves Makayla will be a key player for Newtown directing the attack.
Amarliee Wortley
Newtown Lions U15
A dominant attacking weapon with speed and agility.
Scarlett Karaka
Newtown Lions U15
A good defender who is quick and sharp around the ruck.
Maddie Shipp
Newtown Lions U15
A great talker and will lead by example in attack and defence.
Marley Timbrell
Brothers U13
An unassuming player who the opposition underestimates at their own peril. She is a crafty ballplayer with an excellent running game. Marley has made the 5/8 position her own this season with her strong defence and willingness to work.
Coah Gallagher
Brothers U13
Only started playing with Brothers this season and has taken to the game like a duck to water. She isn’t afraid to put her body on the line and makes her presence felt in defence. Coah is improving at training and has made a good first impression so far
Harper Drennert
Brothers U13
A genuine utility player. She is dependable across the park. Whether she’s hitting it up in the front row or slotting into the back line she works hard and won’t let the team down.
Shyla Baker
Brothers U13
With natural ability she is deceivingly quick with great awareness of the game, she has slotted into half back this season with exceptional ball skills and defence. Shyla has great potential and will only get better with experience.
Amalie Kimmince
Southern Suburbs Tigers U13
Coming out of the second row, Amalie plays with her heart on her sleeve and is a vital voice on the field for team communication.
Mackenzie Sutton
Southern Suburbs Tigers U13
In her first year of rugby league Mackenzie is already proving to be a handful out in the centres for the opposition.
Savanah Clark
Southern Suburbs Tigers U13
A front rower with plenty of power when running the ball and is a vital part of the Tigers defence line.
Hayley Harch
Southern Suburbs Tigers U13
An up and coming dummy half with pin point passing and can do attitude, both at training and on the field.
Ava Henry
Southern Suburbs Tigers U15
Ava is quick and decisive, making her a key player in the dummy half position. Her agility and leadership help create opportunities for her team.
Tilly Crothers
Southern Suburbs Tigers U15
Tilly is strong and determined, excelling in both attack and defence. Her resilience and work ethic inspire her teammates.
Kahlari Prince
Southern Suburbs Tigers U15
Kahlari is strategic and creative, with excellent passing and kicking skills. She remains calm under pressure and makes crucial decisions.
Georgie Pengilly
Southern Suburbs Tigers U15
Georgie is versatile and hardworking player, known for her physicality and tackling prowess. She consistently supports her teammates and covers ground quickly.
Amelia Steffen
Southern Suburbs Tigers U17
Amelia is a tall, strong front rower who puts in the hard yards and she makes good meters each time she runs, also great in defence.
Caitlin Wiggins
Southern Suburbs Tigers U17
Caitlin is a versatile player that can play multiple positions, her defence is solid and in attack she is fast. Caitlin can put any one through a hole which results in tries.
Ella King
Southern Suburbs Tigers U17
Ella is one tough player who will not back down from any challenge on the field. Ella is also a great communicator on the field and she is always positive and polite.
Maya Wright
Southern Suburbs Tigers U17
Maya is new to the team this year but even at training you know Maya will be bringing some thing special to the field. Maya is a great talker and a brilliant ballplayer.
Phoebe Tulilo-Seremaia
Valleys Roosters U13
A reliable and smart lock, Pheobe excels in both attack and defence. Her ability to read the game sets her apart, making her a key link in every play.
Charlotte Jones
Valleys Roosters U13
A powerhouse in the second row, Charlotte brings strength and intensity to every carry. She’s a destructive runner and a nightmare for defenders to bring down.
Katana Mirisa
Valleys Roosters U13
A dynamic second rower with impressive speed, Katana is rock-solid in defence and never backs down from a challenge. Her grit and determination lift the team in tough moments.
Joyce Litidamu
Valleys Roosters U15
Joyce is our team captain for the 2025 season. She can play numerous positions within our team. Joyce has great leadership skills and is a player who has the ability to change a game.
Daeja Pene
Valleys Roosters U15
Daeja is our no. 6 for the season, she also shows great leadership skills and steers the team well around the field with her great vision and footy knowledge.
Quinnley Parkinson
Valleys Roosters U15
They say good things come in small packages. Quinnley shows heart and determination every time she runs onto the field. Quinnley is our no. 9 this season she can tackle anything that moves and gives great service out of dummy half.
Mikaela Blades
Valleys Roosters U17
Mikaela (MK) is fresh off the Harvey Norman U17’s Girls campaign where she played a key role in the girls success. MK is a talented Footballer and excels in the Hooker or Half’s role guiding the team around the park.
Tayla Thomas
Valleys Roosters U17
Tayla is also fresh off the Clydesdales U17’s campaign and ready to roll into the season. Tayla is an explosive Centre or Edge forward. Tayla is a power player in attack and defence and plays the game hard. Tayla is one to watch this season.
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