After being a gala-day-style competition in previous years, this season will mark the first time the Lisa Fiaola Cup has been given full competition status.
The competition will be played over nine regular season rounds, including 13 uniquely different clubs.
Zero Tackle has you covered with all the squads, and looks at one player to watch during the season.
At this stage, the Central Coast Roosters, Manly Sea Eagles and Newcastle Knights have yet to confirm their squads, but Zero Tackleย will keep you apprised of any updates.
Parramatta Eels
Taking on the Canterbury Bulldogs in the first week may be a tough ask for the Eels. However, their roster proves they can contend with every other team in the competition.
Squad:ย Aaliyah Soufan, Alaianne Toia, Alleya Scrivens, Ana Vave, Anika Penitani, Bailey Ma-Chong, Danielle Seckold, Essence Alo, Evelyn Kuwendu, Fiafia Freedom Crichton Ropati, Fontayne Tufuga, Georgia Bezzina, Jasmine Rorani, Kaylee Andrews, Khyliah Gray, Leonia Vei, Leyla Oueik, Logan Lemusu, Mere Sivo, Mitszy Cairns, Nikita E, Odesza Toia, Sharon Latapu, Shire Thocolich, Sienna Bonello, Sovita Hagedorn, Taylah Falaniko, Tia Matthews, Tiani Faiva Tulemau, Waiaria Ellis
PLAYER TO WATCH:ย Georgia Bezzina
A standout at the 2023 New South Wales Junior State Cup in Oztag last year for Baulkham Hill Girls, Bezzina is lightning-quick, and her footwork confuses the opposition instantly.
Highly adaptable between the two sports, the speedster will be aiming to use her pace to get away from the opposition defenders and will be extremely dangerous if given room to move; she could easily outrun the opposition.
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