2024 Tarsha Gale Cup
| 2024 Tarsha Gale Cup | |||
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| Tarsha Gale Cup Rank | 10th | ||
| 2024 record | Wins: 2; draws: 0; losses: 6 | ||
| Points scored | For: 88; against: 308 | ||
| Team information | |||
| Coach | Karen Stuart | ||
| Stadium | BlueBet Stadium St Marys Leagues Stadium Federation Forest | ||
| Top scorers | |||
| Tries | TBD | ||
| Goals | TBD | ||
| Points | TBD | ||
Summary
As the Tarsha Gale Cup, a cornerstone competition in women's junior rugby league, embarks on its sixth season, the Penrith Panthers are gearing up for a comeback. Last season proved challenging for the Panthers, as they fell short of reaching the finals, securing victories in less than half of their matches. This year, however, marks a new chapter for the team with a significant change in leadership.
Karen Stuart steps up as the new head coach, taking over from Darren Baker. Stuart, known for her strategic acumen and ability to inspire young athletes, brings a fresh perspective and renewed vigor to the team. Her appointment has been met with optimism and excitement, signaling a potential turning point for the Panthers.
The Panthers, acutely aware of last season's disappointments, are set to channel their energies into a strong showing this year. The team is focused on not just making a mark in the competition but also proving their resilience and capability to bounce back. With a blend of seasoned players and fresh talent, the Panthers are looking to leverage their learnings from the previous season and turn them into actionable strategies on the field.
The 2024 Tarsha Gale Cup presents an opportunity for the Penrith Panthers to redefine their standing in the tournament. Under Stuart's leadership, the team is committed to a vision of success and redemption, aiming to not only reach the finals but also to leave a lasting impression on the competition. The journey ahead promises to be one of transformation and triumph for the Panthers, as they seek to reclaim their position as a formidable force in women's junior rugby league.
Sponsors
| Main Sponsor | Kit Suplier | Minor sponsors |
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| Jersey | ||
| MyPlace | O'Neills | Alam Property Group |
| Hertz | ||
| KFC | ||
| Shorts | ||
| Turner Freeman Lawyers | O'Neills | KFC |
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Kit
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Results
Regular Season
| Date | Round | Opponent | Venue | Score | W/L | Streak |
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| February 3, 10:00pm | 1 |  St George Dragons |
Bluebet Stadium | 40 - 0 | W | W1 |
| February 10, 10:00am | 2 |  South Sydney Rabbitohs |
Redfern Oval | 32 - 4 | W | W2 |
| February 17, 10:00am | 3 |  Canterbury Bankstown Bulldogs |
Federation Forest* | 4 - 72 | L | L1 |
| February 24, 9:30am | 4 |  Sydney Roosters |
Henson Park | 0 - 58 | L | L2 |
| 5 | Bye | |||||
| March 9, 10:30am | 6 |  Canberra Raiders |
Raiders Belconnen | 8 - 32 | L | L3 |
| March 16, 10:30am | 7 |  Cronulla Sutherland Sharks |
St Marys Leagues Stadium | 4 - 48 | L | L4 |
| March 23, 11:00am | 8 | Illawarra Steelers |
St Marys Leagues Stadium | 0 - 62 | L | L5 |
| March 28, 7:30pm | 9 |  Parramatta Eels |
Eric Tweedale Stadium | 0 - 32 | L | L6 |
* Relocated from Parker Street Reserve.
Squad
| Player | Position | Junior Club | Matches | T | G | FG | Pts |
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| Aaliyah Womal | Fullback | St Marys | 1 | ||||
| Alyssa Gibbons | Centre | Emu Plains | 1 | 1 | 4 | ||
| Amal Dandan | St Clair | ||||||
| Anastasia Leatupue | St Marys | ||||||
| Angelina Singh | Blacktown Bears | ||||||
| Anita Ropati | Centre | Minchinbury | 1 | ||||
| Anita-Jane Saito | Emu Plains | ||||||
| Bellah Vitnell | St Patricks | ||||||
| Chanelle Lam | Hawkesbury | ||||||
| Chava Hanna | St Marys | ||||||
| Chloe Panman | Windsor | ||||||
| Constance Omeli | St Marys | ||||||
| Darcy Pilato | St Marys | ||||||
| Ella Reid | Emu Plains | ||||||
| Fatafehi-Marie Mahe | Forward | Emu Plains | 1 | 1 | 4 | ||
| Georgie Zahra | Second Row | Emu Plains | 1 | ||||
| Giavanna Leo | St Marys | ||||||
| Halle Savage | St Marys | ||||||
| Hannah Ison | Centre | St Marys | 1 | 3 | 12 | ||
| Isabella Papaa | St Marys | ||||||
| Jade Elford | Fullback | St Marys | 1 | 2 | 8 | ||
| Jaeahna Latu | St Marys | ||||||
| Jaydariah Mapusua | St Marys | ||||||
| Jennifer Tuilagi | Emu Plains | ||||||
| Jessica Preston | Emu Plains | ||||||
| Kiah Taotofi | Wing | Emu Plains | 1 | ||||
| Lilly Wilson | St Patricks | ||||||
| Maddison Tregaskes | Emu Plains | ||||||
| Maretta Fuimaono | Second Row | St Clair | 1 | ||||
| Marleya Elekana | Forward | Blacktown Bears | |||||
| Matilda Vella | Hooker | Emu Plains | 1 | ||||
| Meekah Viiga | Five Eighth | St Marys | 1 | ||||
| Moana Appleby | Minchinbury | ||||||
| Mya Muller | Lock | St Marys | 1 | 3 | 6 | ||
| Mylei Palmer-Vaivao | Colyton | ||||||
| Naioka Tuipulotu | St Marys | ||||||
| Natia Gallagher | Second Row | Emu Plains | 1 | 1 | 2 | ||
| Patience Teao | St Marys | ||||||
| Salamasina Pupualii | St Marys | ||||||
| Sally Grace Owen-Schwind | Blacktown Bears | ||||||
| Savannah-June Lealaiauloto | Second Row | Emu Plains | 1 | ||||
| Sienna Bruce | Halfback | St Clair | 1 | ||||
| Summer Seymour | Centre | St Marys | 1 | ||||
| Talia Pele Taula | Colyton | ||||||
| Tolutoluhama Fakalangi | Fullback | Minchinbury | 1 | ||||
| Tyler-Eve Mair | Wing | Emu Plains | 1 |