LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
Sharks stars Tiana Penitani Gray, Emma Verran, and Ellie Johnston have been selected for the NSW Sky Blues squad for the upcoming women's State of Origin match.
Penitani Gray and Verran are experienced State of Origin players, with Penitani Gray serving as vice-captain.
Johnston, a consistent prop, may earn her first Origin cap this season after being in the extended squad for the past two years.
The trio's selection follows a successful NRLW season where the Sharks reached the grand final.
The Sky Blues will be coached by John Strange, who led the Roosters to victory in last year's NRLW grand final.
The news was shared on the Sharks' official website, highlighting the achievements of the three players and their contributions to the team's success.
The team is looking to improve on last year's result, where they lost to Queensland in a close series.
"Sharks stars Tiana Penitani Gray, Emma Verran, and Ellie Johnston have been selected for the NSW Sky Blues squad for the upcoming women's State of Origin match." Penitani Gray and Verran are experienced players who have represented NSW in the past, with Penitani Gray serving as vice-captain for this season.
Johnston, known for her consistency as a prop, may make her Origin debut this year after being in the extended squad for two seasons.
The trio's selection reflects their strong performances in the NRLW, where the Sharks made it to the grand final.
The team will be coached by John Strange, who led the Roosters to victory last season.
The announcement was made on the Sharks' official website, recognizing the players' contributions to the team's success.
The Sky Blues are determined to bounce back from last year's series loss to Queensland and secure a win at Suncorp Stadium on May 1st.