The Sydney Roosters have reclaimed their place at the summit of the NRLW, capturing their second premiership in a thrilling display of grit, skill, and determination.
In front of over 40,000 fans at Accor Stadium, the Roosters produced a stunning performance to defeat the competition’s newest contenders, the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks, in what will be remembered as one of the most dramatic NRLW Grand Finals in history.
Back Row: Taina Naividi (Reserve), Sam Bremner, Eliza Lopamaua (Reserve), Tavarna Papalii, Mia Wood (Reserve), Shannon Rose (Reserve)
Middle Row: Jessica Sergis, Samantha Economos, Tiana Davison, Otesa Pule, Amber Hall, Jasmin Strange, Kalosipani Hopoate, Brydie Parker
Front Row: Jocelyn Kelleher, Keeley Davis, Jayme Fressard, Isabelle Kelly (Captain), John Strange (Coach), Olivia Kernick, Millie Elliott (née Boyle), Mya Hill-Moana (Reserve), Tarryn Aiken
The 2024 season was a testament to the Roosters' hunger and determination for success. Tested before Round one, following the loss of co-Captain Corban Baxter to a season-ended ACL injury and veteran Winger Brydie Parker with a fractured forearm.
Match Highlights | Roosters v Sharks – Grand Final, 2024
After a narrow Round 1 loss to the reigning Premiers, Newcastle Knights, the Roosters bounced back in fierce form putting on big wins against the Broncos, Tigers and Dragons.
An uncharacteristic loss in Round 5 against the Titans would be their final loss of the 2024 season, charging through the Raiders, Sharks, Cowboys and Eels. With a powerful blend of experienced campaigners and exciting young talent, the Roosters dominated the regular season, finishing second on equal points with Minor Premiers the Brisbane Broncos.
In the Preliminary Final, the Roosters would once again face the reigning premiers, the Knights. This time, they secured a convincing 25-16 win at Allianz Stadium, booking their place in the Grand Final.
Having come agonisingly close to Grand Final success in previous years, the team had one hand on the trophy with an emphatic 24 to nil first half performance against the Sharks. However, the Sharks mounted a fierce comeback in the second half, scoring four unanswered tries to narrow the Roosters’ lead to 26-24 with just under 10 minutes remaining.
In the closing stages, NRLW Dally M Player of the Year, Olivia Kernick, delivered the match-winning moment, crossing the line to seal the Roosters' victory.
Under the leadership of captain Isabelle Kelly and Head Coach John Strange, the Roosters’ season was defined by resilience in defense and electrifying attack. The perfect blend of physicality and finesse saw them reclaim the NRLW crown.
2024 Player Details /
| Player No. | Player Name | Age | Games | Tries | Goals | F/Goals | Points |
| 68 | Tarryn Aiken | 25 | 9 | 3 | - | 1 | 13 |
| 57 | Same Bremner | 32 | 10 | 6 | - | - | 24 |
| 70 | Keeley Davis | 24 | 11 | 1 | - | - | 4 |
| 82 | Tiana Davison | 23 | 8 | 1 | - | - | 4 |
| 55 | Samantha Economos | 30 | 7 | - | - | - | - |
| 69 | Millie Elliot (née Boyle) | 26 | 10 | - | - | - | - |
| 58 | Jayme Fressard | 27 | 9 | 6 | - | - | 24 |
| 71 | Amber Hall | 29 | 10 | 5 | - | - | 20 |
| 54 | Mya Hill-Moana | 22 | 6 | - | - | - | - |
| 61 | Kalosipani Hopoate | 20 | 11 | - | 37 | - | - |
| 41 | Jocelyn Kelleher | 24 | 11 | 1 | - | - | 78 |
| 4 | Isabelle Kelly | 28 | 11 | 3 | - | - | 12 |
| 49 | Olivia Kernick | 23 | 11 | 6 | - | - | 24 |
| 81 | Eliza Lopamaua | 19 | 4 | 1 | - | - | 4 |
| 79 | Tiana Nasio | 23 | 6 | 1 | - | - | 4 |
| 80 | Aliyah Nasio | 18 | 4 | - | - | - | - |
| 83 | Tavarna Papalii | 19 | 8 | - | - | - | - |
| 20 | Brydia Parker | 24 | 5 | 4 | - | - | 16 |
| 62 | Otesa Pule | 21 | 11 | 2 | - | - | 8 |
| 45 | Jessica Sergis | 27 | 5 | 5 | - | - | 20 |
| 63 | Jasmin Strange | 21 | 11 | 1 | - | - | 4 |
| 75 | Mia Wood | 25 | 10 | 5 | - | - | 20 |
| Total Players: | 22 |
| Total Games: | 11 |
| Total Tries: | 51 |
| Total Points: | 279 |
| Youngest Player: | Aliyah Nasio (18) |
| Oldest Player: | Sam Bremner (32) |
2024 Season Details /
| Round | Opponent Venue | Venue | Score | Ladder Position |
| 1 | Newcastle | McDonald Jones Stadium | 10-12 | 9th |
| 2 | Brisbane Broncos | Allianz Stadium | 28-12 | 2nd |
| 3 | Wests Tigers | Industree Group Stadium | 20-4 | 2nd |
| 4 | St George Illawarra | Win Stadium | 28-8 | 2nd |
| 5 | Gold Coast | Cbus Super Stadium | 6-26 | 4th |
| 6 | Canberra | Allianz Stadium | 34-20 | 2nd |
| 7 | Cronulla-Sutherland | Pointsbet Stadium | 40-0 | 3rd |
| 8 | North Queensland | Industree Group Stadium | 24-12 | 2nd |
| 9 | Parramatta | CommBank Stadium | 32-18 | 2nd |
| Semi-Final | Newcastle | Allianz Stadium | 25-16 | - |
| Grand Final | Cronulla-Sutherland | Accore Stadium | 32-28 | - |
