LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
'I was gutted at first,' Jess Sergis admitted, 'but I knew I had to dig deep and make some tough choices if I wanted to lace up my boots again this season.'
There were whispers in the rugby league community that Sergis may have played her last game of the year when she suffered a devastating knee injury against the Wests Tigers.
However, through sheer determination and a willingness to make sacrifices, the Roosters' star has defied the odds and will take the field for the NRLW grand final this Sunday.
Sergis, a seasoned warrior who has battled through previous injuries, including a nasty finger injury that kept her out of last year's semi-final, knew she couldn't let her team down again.
The pain of watching from the sidelines was a motivation like no other, pushing her to push through the rehab process and get back to full fitness.
The moment of truth came in round 3 against the Tigers, a moment etched in rugby league folklore.
In a heroic display of courage, Sergis rose from the turf after an agonizing few minutes and proceeded to score a spectacular try.
It was a testament to her resilience and determination, qualities that have defined her career.
After missing the remainder of the regular season, Sergis made a triumphant return last week off the bench.
Now, she is poised to start in the grand final clash against Cronulla, eager to lead her team to victory.
Reflecting on her journey, Sergis confessed, "When it first happened, I thought it was just a minor setback.
But the scan revealed the harsh reality - my MCL was completely torn.
It was a tough pill to swallow, but I knew I had to push through the pain and make the necessary sacrifices to get back on the field."
As Sergis gears up for the biggest game of her career, she embodies the true spirit of rugby league - resilience, courage, and a never-say-die attitude.
The stage is set for an epic showdown, and Sergis is ready to leave it all on the field, fighting tooth and nail for victory.