Improving and ‘more clinical’ rugby league heralds women’s State of Origin | Larissa O'Connor
19 June 2019 06:00
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Respect for history and opportunity rings loud and clear in the women’s game according to Blues player Maddie StuddonNSW halfback Maddie Studdon has handled a number of twists and turns on and off the field with the resolve of a much more seasoned professional. Defying selection pressure, the 24-year-old has retained her pivotal spot in the NSW side for the second Women’s State of Origin on Friday night.Twelve months ago, it was well-publicised that Studdon was forced to decide between her job or her ambitions in rugby league. Despite the quandary she faced, she went on to captain a victorious NSW in the inaugural women’s Origin. However, a disappointing first season in the NRL Women’s competition for the Sydney Roosters last September meant Studdon had to do some soul-searching. Related: Latrell Mitchell dumped as NSW make seven changes for State of Origin Game 2 Continue readingread full article
