LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
The Dragons faced a defeat against the North Queensland Cowboys, losing 42-14 in favorable weather conditions at WIN Stadium on Saturday afternoon.
A large crowd attended the match, which was part of a double-header celebrating the annual i98FM Illawarra Convoy.
This game was particularly significant for Dragons star Teagan Berry, who achieved a major milestone by becoming the first player in the club's history to reach 40 NRLW appearances. Berry received her commemorative jersey from her family earlier in the week, highlighting her status as the club's all-time leading try-scorer and point-scorer.
In an exciting start to the match, Jayme Millard successfully converted a try, leveling the score at six-all.
The back-and-forth action continued as the Cowboys scored again, thanks to a determined effort from Emma Manzelmann out of dummy-half. Moments later, Lillian Yarrow took advantage of a Dragons error in yardage and scored under the posts, extending the Cowboys' lead to twelve points.
Berry's impressive performance was on display again as she skillfully picked up a Cowboys kick that fell just short of the dead ball line, cutting through the North Queensland defense and creating a significant opportunity.