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.
Penrith Panthers
The Panthers may have a newly formed squad for this season but the players have shown through their club football career that they are destined to make some headlines this season.
It is understood that over ten players on the roster competed in the local Under-17s Grand Final last year between St Marys and Emu Plains.
Squad:ย Aaliyah Womal, Alyssa Gibbons, Anita Ropati, Chava Hanna, Constance Omeli, Fatafehi Mahe, Georgie Zahra, Giavanna Leo, Hannah Ison, Isabella Papaa, Jade Elford, Jaeahna Latu, Jennifer Tuilagi, Kiah Taotofi, Maretta Fuimaono, Marleya Elekana, Matilda Vella, Meekah Viiga, Mya Muller, Naioka Tuipulotu, Natia Gallagher, Salamasina Pupualii, Savannah-June Lealaiauloto, Sienna Bruce, Summer Seymour, Tolutoluhama Fakalangi, Tyler-Eve Mair
PLAYER TO WATCH:ย Jade Elford
The daughter of 2005 premiership winner Shane Elford, Jade is an incredible player in her own right and will likely wear the number one jumper as the season begins.
A reliable and skilful player, Elford has shown in the past that she is dangerous in running the ball from the back of the field, and her defence is solid.
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