LeagueNews.co | Nick Loken
The First Nations Gems Academy camp has become a crucial platform for aspiring Indigenous athletes aiming to make their mark in the NRLW.
Recently, thirty talented individuals from New South Wales, Queensland, and the Torres Strait gathered on Bundjalung Country in Casuarina for an intensive training session, as reported by nrl.com.au.
The camp offered these athletes expert coaching and the opportunity to display their skills, emphasizing the importance of providing access to elite sporting environments, particularly for those from rural and regional areas.
Skinner highlighted the significance of the Gems camps, stating that they play a "key role in exposing athletes to an elite sporting environment."
This initiative is vital for nurturing the next generation of Indigenous talent in women's rugby league, creating pathways for their future success in the sport.