Raised in a family of Olympians and business leaders,Desi Miller grew up as a dancer and gymnast. But after picking up rugby in COVID-19,she has become one of Australia’s best.
The Fijiana Drua will be flown into Australia just over 24 hours before a semi-final,and it has prompted an angry response.
The Waratahs are Super Rugby Women’s champions once again after a crushing 50-14 victory over Fijiana Drua.
Diminutive Waiaria Ellis will play for NSW in the Super Rugby grand final on Sunday. But it’s her rivals who should be scared.
Undefeated NSW play Fiji in the Super Rugby Women’s grand final on Sunday,but a veteran has called for the competition to double in length.
Poor discipline from Queensland Reds captain Tate McDermott has cost his side badly against Moana Pasifika,while in Super W the Reds also went down with the Waratahs topping the table.
The old enemy is “leading the charge of the world”,and an Australian star has outlined how the Wallaroos can surpass them.
Even at the official launch of the Super W season this weekend,there was concern over rugby union’s ability to fend off rival football codes.
The big codes are racing for the money,eyeballs and participation of women and girls. And while it’s not all rosy,there’s little doubt they are seen as the last frontier.
The Waratahs men face the Reds in Townsville,but the NSW women will be staying behind after a shock loss to the Fijiana Drua in the Super W semi-finals.