LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
Sharks sensation Tiana Penitani and powerhouse Annessa Biddle have been named as contenders for the prestigious Golden Boot award, recognizing the top international player of the year in women's Rugby League.
The dynamic duo are among six exceptional athletes in the running, following an epic showdown where Penitani's Jillaroos took down Biddle's Kiwi Ferns 24-4 in the Pacific Cup final last weekend.
Penitani, who hails from Australia, and Biddle, representing New Zealand, are in fierce competition with fellow superstars Tarryn Aiken, Tamika Upton, Jodie Cunningham, and Annetta-Claudia Nu'uausala for the title.
The winner will be revealed in early December, stirring up excitement and anticipation amongst fans.
Having led Tonga to victory in the previous year's Pacific Championships, Penitani made a triumphant return to the Australian squad after a two-year absence.
Her stellar performances for the Sharks, including captaining them to their first NRLW Grand Final, caught the attention of national selectors.
Scoring an impressive nine tries during the NRLW season, Penitani continued her try-scoring form with crucial contributions in the Jillaroos' wins over Papua New Guinea and New Zealand, culminating in a standout performance in the Cup final.
As the Rugby League world waits with bated breath for the announcement of the Golden Boot recipient, speculation is rife about who will clinch this esteemed accolade.
Stay tuned for the thrilling conclusion to this chapter in women's Rugby League history.