LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
Jocelyn Kelleher is eager to demonstrate her capabilities as the Sydney Roosters aim to secure back-to-back NRLW premiership titles for the first time in their franchise history.
In a thrilling match on Saturday night in Gosford, Kelleher, playing halfback, kicked the decisive field goal just three minutes before the match ended, leading the Roosters to a narrow 17-16 victory over Cronulla. This win propelled the Roosters into the upcoming grand final scheduled for next Sunday.
The Roosters will face the victor of the second preliminary final, which features Brisbane and Newcastle.
Kelleher, filling in at the number seven position due to Tarryn Aiken's season-ending knee injury, is determined to rise to the occasion when it counts. Typically a five-eighth, the 25-year-old executed a precision 40/30 kick along with her match-winning field goal, showcasing her skill.
Throughout the match, her grubber kicks consistently troubled the Sharks' defense.
"That was the best kick of my entire life, I've never hit it so straight before," Kelleher remarked.
She added, "It was good to put some scenario stuff in place in case it does get down to the wire next week."