LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
Wests Tigers have announced the signing of three new players, Faythe Manera, Caitlin Turnbull, and Lily Rogan, for the 2025 NRLW season.
The trio have signed two-year deals until the end of the 2026 season.
Manera, a 21-year-old half with a rugby union background, will join the team after the conclusion of the 2025 Super Rugby Women's season with Queensland Reds.
She has also played for the Australian Rugby Sevens team, making her debut in 2022.
Manera is enthusiastic about transitioning to the 13-player game.
In a statement on the Wests Tigers website, Manera expressed her excitement about the new opportunity, saying, "I'm really excited to be joining Wests Tigers and getting the chance to play in the NRLW competition.
It's something that I've always dreamed of doing and I can't wait to get started with the team." Caitlin Turnbull, a forward, has been playing rugby league since she was five years old and represented the NSW Under 18s team in 2024.
She is looking forward to taking the step up to the NRLW level with Wests Tigers.
Lily Rogan, a hooker, was named in the Dream Team for the 2024 NSWRL Women's Premiership and is described as a tough competitor with strong skills.
She is excited about the opportunity to join Wests Tigers and continue to develop her game.
The club's NRLW coach expressed his excitement about the new signings, saying, "We're thrilled to have Faythe, Caitlin and Lily join the squad for the upcoming NRLW season.
They each bring different skills and experiences to the team, and we're looking forward to seeing them grow and develop in the Wests Tigers jersey."
Overall, the addition of Manera, Turnbull, and Rogan to the Wests Tigers NRLW squad brings a mix of talent, experience, and enthusiasm that is sure to bolster the team's performance in the upcoming season.
With their skills and dedication, these new signings are expected to make a significant impact on the field and contribute to the success of the club.