KANGAROOS V EDMONTON, NOON
KANGAROOS 1. Indianna Tillett
A dynamic back who used her touch footy background with great effect in the 13-player game. She scored a joint-high of 11 tries during the regular season, as well as another four in the Qualifying Final against Yarrabah a fortnight ago. Tillett has been named in the centre, but she will be dangerous wherever she pops up.
2. Montana Mook-Kusu
One of the great success stories of recent women’s league history in the Far North, playing her way into the Queensland under-19 Origin team. Mook-Kusu was part of the Northern Pride’s under-19s team as well as a key member for Kangaroos, who earned her way into the Queensland Sapphires team.
3. Kaiyla Ward
Kaiyla Ward is banging on the door of an opportunity with the Cowboys when the NRLW squad launches. The hardworking lock and Kangaroos captain (inset) received the Rebecca Bowie Memorial Award for the female player of the year. She tied Tillett with 11 tries in the regular season.
EDMONTON 1. Elianna Suluvale
The classy utility can play anywhere on the field and be a danger. A dualcode superstar in the Far North, Suluvale warmed up for the grand final by representing Queensland Country against City in Brisbane. It comes in the same year she made her international debut for Samoa, and captained Cairns in the Foley Shield.
2. Etuina Suavai
The brilliant hooker has developed into a classy footballer with a big future in the game. Suavai will be at the centre of the Storm’s attack in the grand final, where she will showcase her vision, speed and overall attacking flair.
3. Stephanie Mooka
Overlook this dangerous lock at your own risk. The former Queensland Origin winger and Indigenous All Stars representative brings plenty of experience to this Edmonton team.