A GROUP of strong-willed women rugby league fans have united to form the 2018 Greenbank Raiders women side.
Preseason training has already started for the Raiders, who will don their bright green and black uniforms for their first trial match on March 3.
Greenbank Raiders member Tay Hennessy said a shared passion for rugby league is what inspired the team to emerge. the club was open to experienced and inexperienced women over the age of 18.
“This women's team isn't like any other, in the sense most of these woman have never taken the field before,” she said.
“But the love of rugby league is what pulses through their veins.
“Rugby league seems to be the fastest growing women's sport, with many women putting their hand up to give it a go.”
The Greenbank women’s Rugby League side is still searching for new members with both experienced and inexperienced women over the age of 18 encouraged to put their hand up.
To express interest, visit the Greenbank Rugby League Facebook page or contact the club directly on 3297 5889.
