LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton
In a thrilling NRLW clash between the Sydney Roosters and the Canberra Raiders, it was the Raiders who emerged victorious with a 24-14 win at GIO Stadium.
Despite a spirited second-half comeback by the Roosters, they were unable to overcome the deficit.
Trailing by 18 points until the 51st minute, the Roosters mounted a strong offensive, scoring three consecutive tries through Brydie Parker, Tarryn Aiken, and Keeley Davis.
This set up an exciting finish, but the Raiders sealed the win in the dying minutes.
The Roosters' Zahara Temara made an impressive play, poking a grubber through the line, allowing Corban Baxter to score a try.
However, it was a crucial error from Raiders halfback Ashleigh Quinlan that relieved the pressure on the Roosters' defense.
Despite a penalty in their favor, the Roosters were unable to capitalize and find their first points.
The Raiders continued to dominate in attack, forcing back-to-back goal-line drop-outs through Temara's efforts.
In the 27th minute, Grace Kemp crashed over the try line for the hosts, extending their lead to 6-0 after Temara converted.
The second-half started strong for the Raiders, with Kerehitina Matua's strong run leading to a try by Cheyelle Robins-Reti.
Temara's successful conversion took the hosts to a 12-point lead.