8 October 2024
The latest Kiwi Ferns squad has been named to contest the 2024 Pacific Championships.
21 players will have the honour of representing their country, with four rookies set to pull on the Kiwi Ferns jersey for the first time: Alexis Tauaneai, Gayle Broughton, Mackenzie Wiki and Brooke Talataina.
Kiwi Ferns Head Coach Ricky Henry said: “We are excited about the squad we have assembled. The depth of talented Kiwi players across the NRLW this year has been outstanding to watch and made our selection process more difficult than ever.
“We are looking forward to seeing the rookies take their opportunity. They have been impressive to follow throughout the season and we have no doubt they will proudly represent the jersey. It is also a great pleasure to name Georgia in her 10th Kiwi Ferns squad.”
IRL Golden Boot winner, Georgia Hale, debuted for the Kiwi Ferns in 2014 and has been a mainstay for the team since then. Last season she was named co-captain alongside Raecene McGregor, acknowledging her influence within the team. However, Hale will soley captain the side in 2024 as McGregor has chosen to withdraw from selection this season due to family commitments.
Last season the Kiwi Ferns defeated the Jillaroos in the final round to break a seven-year streak of losses to their trans-Tasman rivals. They will be looking to maintain that winning form when they meet again on the 27th of October. The match will kick off the Kiwi Ferns Pacific Championship campaign and celebrate the teams return to the South Island for the first time since 1998.
“To bring test level women’s rugby league back to Christchurch is exciting. It’s great to be giving young wāhine down south the opportunity to see that there is a pathway in the game that leads to representing your country. We hope to continue to inspire that next generation of Kiwi Ferns with more games played across Aotearoa in future,” said Henry.
The Christchurch match will be played as a doubleheader with the Kiwis men also playing Australia. Tickets are available from Ticketek.
Abigail Roache, Knights
Alexis Tauaneai, Dragons*
Amber Hall, Roosters
Angelina Teakaraanga Katoa, Dragons
Annessa Biddle, Sharks
Apii Nicholls, Raiders
Ashleigh Quinlan, Raiders
Brianna Clark, Broncos
Brooke Anderson, Sharks
Brooke Talataina, Tigers*
Gayle Broughton, Broncos*
Georgia Hale, Titans
Leianne Tufuga, Tigers
Mackenzie Wiki, Raiders*
Mele Hufanga, Broncos
Mya Hill Moana, Roosters
Najvada George, Tigers
Otesa Pule, Roosters
Shanice Parker, Knights
Tiana Davison, Knights
Tyla King, Dragons
*Denotes potential debut.
Amelia Pasikala, Raiders
Cheyelle Robins Reti, Raiders
Jasmine Fogavini, Broncos
Laishon Albert Jones, Knights
Rosie Kelly, Eels
Stacey Waaka, Broncos
Tafito Lafaele, Broncos
Head Coach: Ricky Henry
Assistant Coach: David Faiumu
Assistant Coach: Andrew Auimatagi
Team Doctor: Ben Soole
Lead Physio: Megan Kelly
Assistant Physio: Melissa Falani
Lead S&C Trainer: Justen Parle
Assistant S&C Trainer: Lee Mou
Performance Analyst: Wade Sinclair
Wellbeing Manager: Carmen Taplin
Logistics Manager: Holly Nahu
Digital Content Manager: Lucy Tuave
Media Manager: Utah Mann
Videographer: Arizona Leger
Team Manager: Gina Cocker
Sunday 27 October
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