The big day is finally here: the biggest and best NRLW season will end with a new name on the trophy after the Sydney Roosters deposed reigning champs Brisbane Broncos last week to secure their place in the NRLW Grand Final.
It’s no easy task, however: they face St George Illawarra Dragons, who have been the standout performers this year and go in as favourites.
The Roosters struggled early on, losing their first two games to the Broncos and Gold Coast Titans, but turned their season around with a 19-18 victory over Parramatta Eels to secure a finals spot.
The Dragons, however, have been imperious. They lost just once – late to the Bronx – but were otherwise dominant and earned their spot.
Glory Bound
Roar Rookie
Well, at least that's the only trophy the Roosters will be lifting this year.
Mike Meehall Wood
Editor
The trophy has been handed out, with Sarah Togatuki named player of the match. She was immense. The match report is up on the homepage, so go have a read - and thanks for joining me!
Christopher Galea
Roar Rookie
A fantastic game to watch. A true showing of grit and ability Congrats Roosters ????
Glory Bound
Roar Rookie
The Rabbitohs should have been one of the of foundation clubs, jimmmy. They would have been if not for Nick Politis’s interference to get them hooked at the 11th hour. He stole their players (including Maddie Studdon) because the Roosters wouldn’t have had a team otherwise. . Don Vito Corleone is a choir boy by comparison to the Teflon Don, Nick Politis.
Redcap
Roar Guru
Thanks for the call, Mike.
jimmmy
Roar Rookie
Look there was a bit of controversy about that last try but the Roosters were the better side. Beating the Broncs , then the Dragons , deserving premiers. I have enjoyed this NRLW season more than any. The standard has risen considerably. I just hope the new teams don't dilute the talent too much.
Mike Meehall Wood
Editor
Wow...I need a sit down. Well, I am sat down, but I need a breather at least. The Roosters were superb and the Dragons couldn't break through that defensive line in the end.
Mike Meehall Wood
Editor
What a story this is. They were on life support after two games, dead and buried at halftime in the semi-final and now they're the Premiers!
Mike Meehall Wood
Editor
AND THAT'S IT! THE ROOSTERS ARE CHAMPS!
Glory Bound
Roar Rookie
I just saw a TV screen showing the game... the Roosters scored again! It hasn't been the best weekend for Dragons fans unfortunately. Bad luck Dragons fans.
M20
Guest
Should have been no try for obstruction. More farcical officiating
Mike Meehall Wood
Editor
Tamara kicks it!
Mike Meehall Wood
Editor
Sarah Togatuki with a huge break to get the Chooks up the park. There was a Rooster down in the middle of the field and everyone thought that it might stop, but Olivia Higgins didn't and takes advantage to score! 4-14 and that has to be it!
Rossi
Roar Rookie
They let go of her so they didn't fall on the Rorters trainer and injured player and she runs off and scores! What a joke!
Redcap
Roar Guru
Oh dear! Roosters deserve it - they've been much better today. Togatuki's been superb in the second half. Hard to separate her and Baxter for PoM.
Mike Meehall Wood
Editor
TRY ROOSTERS!
Mike Meehall Wood
Editor
65 - All Dragons now, but Roosters are more than equal so far. Corban Baxter picks one up off her toes and rescues her side.
Mike Meehall Wood
Editor
63 - What a passage this is. The Dragons finally get to a kick, a smart one out to Teagan Berry. She has the sniff of some space and tries to kick in behind, but Keilee Joseph catches it smartly. 4-10
Rossi
Roar Rookie
Loose carry
Redcap
Roar Guru
Is there a force field at the try line at that end? Dragons look out of ideas. Tonegato's gone missing. Roosters defence is brutal.