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Teenager nails art of crossing codes to play rugby and league
She’s the cross code footy gun who was a big hit at the Australian schools rugby champs and the Koori knockout. But this young gun also has a super talent off the footy field.
‘A bit surreal’: Aussie gun shocked by award
She was the best player in the NRLW grand final and starred for her state and country, but Tarryn Aiken still couldn’t believe this honour.
Roosters star caps off dream season with ultimate honour
It’s just her year. Sydney Roosters star Tarryn Aiken could not have asked for anything more in 2024, after adding one of rugby league’s most prestigious trophies to her collection.
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Upton reveals the private pain that drove her back to Broncos
Isolated and alone, Tamika Upton was struggling with her own grief while living in Newcastle. For the first time, the NRLW star opens up on what drove her back to Queensland.
‘Right direction’: Women’s sports takes over
Women’s sports are now enjoying the recognition they’ve long deserved with AFLW player Éilish O’Dowd and WBBL cricketer Phoebe Litchfield among the athletes taking over the industry.
Broncos rocket to premiership favouritism after superstar signing
NRLW superstar Tamika Upton has shunned offers from Gold Coast and North Queensland, signing a monster deal with the club she helped win multiple premierships.
Rugby league or family: NRLW stars facing an impossible choice
At 27, NRLW star Jessica Sergis is already thinking about retirement, as she attempts the almost impossible juggling act that is wanting to have both a family and an elite rugby league career.
NRLW: Eels land England star, Sharks recruit could miss season
Parramatta have signalled their NRLW premiership intentions after signing an English international star, while a Sharks marquee recruit could miss the season after a surprise announcement.
Blues legend puts hand up for vacant NSW Origin job
The NSW Blues are on the hunt for two State of Origin coaches after the loss of Michael Maguire and Kylie Hilder. But a former halfback is ready and willing to solve one problem.
Bulldogs’ first NRLW recruit hoping for a touch of ‘El Magic’
Canterbury’s first ever NRLW signing Tayla Preston grew up in Bulldogs mad household idolising club great Hazem El Masri. Now the halfback wants to add the ‘El Magic’ touch to her goal kicking in 2025.
Broncos, Titans favourites for NRLW’s biggest free agent
Tamika Upton has returned to Queensland and her early release from Newcastle has NRLW clubs in a desperate scramble to land the game’s best player.
Eels lure cross-code star to bolster NRLW squad
Fresh from a pre-Olympics rugby camp in France, rising New Zealand Black Ferns star Rosie Kelly has signed a one-year deal with the Parramatta Eels. SEE FINALISED NRLW SQUADS AND CONTRACT LENGTHS FOR 2024
Brand Cherrington: The NRLW stars building a business empire
NRLW stars Kennedy and Reuben Cherrington have long-term deals with the Parramatta Eels, but are also building a business empire outside of football, as they work toward one wholesome goal.
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