NRLW Grand Final Talking Points: Upton girl living in her own world, Chapman all class, future bright with next gen talent
It’s Tamika Upton’s world and we are just living in it. With two tries and two try assists, Upton had a hand in almost…
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It’s Tamika Upton’s world and we are just living in it. With two tries and two try assists, Upton had a hand in almost…
Gold Coast's effort to book a place in the club's first ever Grand Final berth while holding a star-studded Roosters side to zero shows…
Expansion needs to stay on the backburner for another year at least.
There’s a reason that the motto for the NRL Women’s Premiership is ‘same game, our way’. It may be the same game, but there…
Round 8 of the NRLW premiership features some big clashes with the finals just around the corner.
Ticketing and membership needs to be examined in the NRLW to get more fans going to games.
With just four rounds to go in the NRLW, there are several games this weekend that could see big shifts in the ladder.We’re now…
Over the last month, the Matildas have taken the entire country on a beautiful journey. In a country that is passionate about so many…
Heading into Round 5 of the National Women’s Rugby League Premiership, the race for the finals is close.
All you need to know for Round 4 of the NRLW.
Round 3 of the NRLW is tossing up a few blockbuster clashes.
Round two of the NRLW is still not easy to pick a winner even though we've now got some form to go on.
The NRLW is supposed to be about to kick off its biggest season yet but attention is elsewhere.
The length of the season needs to be cut back and the Origin schedule should be dramatically changed.
It's hard to feel any connection with the current Blues team that's ever-changing.
Gold Coast have a united front office, now they just need Des Hasler to get the best out of their playing talent.
It's time to have a serious look about when Origin is played for both the men and women.
Poor old Mitchell Moses is on a hiding to nothing on Wednesday night, even if the Blues win.
Parramatta five-eighth Dylan Brown faces an uncertain future after being charged with serious offences.
Long-term thinking is needed to ensure Women's Origin continues to grow.
Definitely still a chance, Mick but a big couple of weeks ahead!! I hope if they make the finals that I’ll see you – will look out for the family with the face paint!!
NRLW Round 7 Preview: Time to get proactive with tickets so more fans can see what all the fuss is about
Both, please don’t start me on my big bug bear of paying a $7.50 ticketing fee when I am either printing the ticket at home or keeping it on my phone!!
NRLW Round 7 Preview: Time to get proactive with tickets so more fans can see what all the fuss is about
BIgGordon, I also wonder about the timing of the games.
The game I want to started at 11.05 on Saturday – prime time for kids sport. It also cuts your day basically in half and means you can’t do anything in the morning or the afternoon.
It’s also competing with the men’s competition at the moment, so for example, if your men’s team was playing in the afternoon you couldn’t get to both.
A triple header was also held at Belmore – interesting given that the Bulldogs don’t have a team… I understand getting to new areas, but the Eels NRLW team only have 2 home games this entire season, it seems in favour of more games in the regions.
NRLW Round 7 Preview: Time to get proactive with tickets so more fans can see what all the fuss is about
And shows what can be achieved too!
RA's 'devastating, no substance' response to Wallaroos shows exactly why rugby is being left behind
I would estimate probably about 5 or 6 years. I’ve been interested in women’s sport for the last decade and the Wallaroos and the development of the Super W have definitely been part of thay. 😊
RA's 'devastating, no substance' response to Wallaroos shows exactly why rugby is being left behind
This wasn’t always the case – so what happened?
RA's 'devastating, no substance' response to Wallaroos shows exactly why rugby is being left behind
Additionally, would you like me to send you all the positive articles I have written about women’s rugby over the years ? Or are only rugby people allowed to talk about rugby?
RA's 'devastating, no substance' response to Wallaroos shows exactly why rugby is being left behind
Maybe if there was something positive to say, I would.
RA's 'devastating, no substance' response to Wallaroos shows exactly why rugby is being left behind
Phil, my understanding is that the Aussie Pearls are full time professional athletes. Is that correct?
RA's 'devastating, no substance' response to Wallaroos shows exactly why rugby is being left behind
I haven’t seen a timetable! Would love for you to share if available.
RA's 'devastating, no substance' response to Wallaroos shows exactly why rugby is being left behind
I don’t understand the point you are making?
You are saying that a full time coach for the Wallaroos is too much to ask?
RA's 'devastating, no substance' response to Wallaroos shows exactly why rugby is being left behind
Mick, not sure I was ever on it!! 😛 I really hope you are doing well.
RA's 'devastating, no substance' response to Wallaroos shows exactly why rugby is being left behind
Hugh, thank you! You know how much I value your opinion in this space!
RA's 'devastating, no substance' response to Wallaroos shows exactly why rugby is being left behind
How far back to you want me to go?
RA's 'devastating, no substance' response to Wallaroos shows exactly why rugby is being left behind
I haven’t ask for a fully professional women’s competition!
RA's 'devastating, no substance' response to Wallaroos shows exactly why rugby is being left behind
There is a difference between full time professional athletes, semi-professional and financial insecurity, which is where the Super W players sit now.
I’m not asking and neither are the Wallaroos just quietly, for million dollar contracts.
Is a full time coach too much to ask?
RA's 'devastating, no substance' response to Wallaroos shows exactly why rugby is being left behind
‘Entitlement’ is a big word to use for people who live in financial insecurity to represent our country.
RA's 'devastating, no substance' response to Wallaroos shows exactly why rugby is being left behind
I’m part of the market interested in women’s rugby.
RA's 'devastating, no substance' response to Wallaroos shows exactly why rugby is being left behind
How can players be expected to provide a ‘sellable product’ when they are being asked to compete at international tournaments with expectation and without the support or money to make it happen – and then are criticised in the headlines.
RA's 'devastating, no substance' response to Wallaroos shows exactly why rugby is being left behind
Whose responsibility are those revenue streams?
RA's 'devastating, no substance' response to Wallaroos shows exactly why rugby is being left behind
Based on what?
Rugby Australia has done the least out of all the major codes.
RA's 'devastating, no substance' response to Wallaroos shows exactly why rugby is being left behind
A flop…. the best result for a senior World Cup ever?
RA's 'devastating, no substance' response to Wallaroos shows exactly why rugby is being left behind
Right on cue…
RA's 'devastating, no substance' response to Wallaroos shows exactly why rugby is being left behind
Hi Caractacus – so glad you are enjoying the NRLW and great to see so much English talent included. My view is that the competition probably won’t expand again until 2025, just to give the 4 new teams intro-ed this year some time to settle. So perhaps then!
NRLW Round 3 Preview: Titans and Tigers chase hat-tricks but Eels and Broncos still searching for first win
Scouse, I totally agree – particularly on being creative on who gets the new licences.
BRING BACK THE BEARS!
NRLW Semi-finals: They cannot be serious - time to press pause on any expansion plans