LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
The Brisbane Broncos have secured Lillian Yarrow for their 2026 NRLW roster, signing the 21-year-old from Rockhampton to a two-year contract.
Yarrow delivered a standout performance in the 2025 season, participating in all 12 matches for the North Queensland Cowboys. Her achievements included an average of 84 run metres, 20 tackle breaks, 11 offloads, one try, and an impressive 95 per cent tackle efficiency.
Additionally, she made her debut with the Australian Prime Minister's XIII, where she contributed significantly to a 50-point victory over the PNG Prime Minister's XIII with 85 run metres, 23 post-contact metres, and one line break.
Despite facing challenges, Yarrow's path in the NRLW has been remarkable. She missed the entire 2023 season due to an ACL injury and suffered a syndesmosis injury upon her return. However, Yarrow persevered through the BMD Premiership, ultimately making her NRLW debut in Round 1 of 2025, starting as prop or second row in nearly every game.
Reflecting on her signing, Yarrow said: