This article was first written for and published by the Roar. This week is crunch time when it comes to the NRL Women’s premiership. Earlier this month it was announced that the competition would be expanded from four teams to six in 2021.
Month: June 2021
Player, coach, role model: Kylie keeps blazing the trail
This article was first written for and published by NRL.com. In November 2020, Kylie Hilder was pulling on a sky blue jersey to represent her state in the annual State of Origin fixture. Seven months later, Hilder finds herself calling the shots as coach of the NSW Blues women in their game against Queensland. It […]
Lack of international rugby league a missed opportunity
This article was first written for and published by the Roar. If you are a rugby league tragic like me, it might be time to think about some alternative activities this weekend, because the schedule is a little bit light on. On Friday night we have women’s under 19s State of Origin, followed by women’s […]
AFLW star Walker thrilled to get back to rugby league
This article was first written for and published by NRL.com. Brooke Walker had to stop playing rugby league when she was 10 years old. Since then, she has gone on to represent Australia in rugby sevens and played for Carlton in the AFLW. But now, Walker has found her way back to rugby league after […]
Is Daly Cherry-Evans Queensland’s version of Mitchell Pearce?
This article was first written for and published by the Roar. Leading into Game 2 of the State of Origin series, at Suncorp Stadium next Sunday night, I am confident changes will be made to both teams. For the Blues, I’m expecting Angus Crichton to come back in. But who for?
NRLW expansion the latest red-letter day for women’s game
This article was first written for and published for NRL.com. When I started writing about rugby league my intention was to encourage women to get in conversations about the game and to support and promote those women who were visible to me. Back then, for me, that included women who were fans, volunteers, administrators, and […]
Will Townsville prove to be the difference in State of Origin Game 1?
This article was first written for and published by the Roar. After much debate and discussion it’s finally here; State of Origin Game 1. Following the disruption of last year, particularly the scheduling of one of the games on the same night as the US election, I’m thoroughly looking forward to the game tonight. For […]
Targett’s trip from the gridiron to the greatest game of all
This article was first written for and published by NRL.com. Four years after wearing green and gold in the rough and tumble of American Football, Renee Targett is preparing for a debut appearance for NSW in State of Origin rugby league. Over those four years, Targett has worn many different jerseys.
No longer in survival mode, the ARLC needs a different approach
This article was first written for and published by the Roar. I am a firm believer in the idea that there is a place in sport for everyone. No matter who you are, what your background or what your skill level, there is always a role for you if you want to contribute.