NRLW Weekly is a podcast dedicated to bringing fans the latest updates, insights, and exclusive interviews from the electrifying world of the National Rugby League Women's competition. Hosted by Sky Blues Assistant Coach Ruan Sims and Nine's NRLW Sideline eye Marlee Silva, this podcast aims to connect with NRLW fans across the country, diving deep into the stories and personalities that shape the game. Lite n’ Easy fuelling Australian sport.
NRLW Magic Round is here, with all 12 teams descending on Wagga Wagga for six huge games across one weekend. Mali Silva and Ruan Sims break down every match, reveal their players of the round and discuss the growing influence of rugby sevens stars, including the outstanding Tegan Levi. The team also looks at the latest injury news, Jocelyn Kelleher’s record-equalling performance, Abbey Church’s individual brilliance and the touching show of support for injured star Yasmin Meakes. Plus, which team is under the most pressure, who is the biggest upset chance and which match could deliver the most Magic Round fireworks? 00:19 Round four recap and Magic Round preview 01:09 Ruan’s players of the round 01:18 Jocelyn Kelleher’s five try assists 01:54 Abbey Church and Tegan Levi share two points 02:31 Why Tegan Levi is the best sevens convert 03:01 Tamika Upton takes the Dally M lead 03:25 More round four standout performers 03:53 Tegan Levi builds hype around the NRLW 04:11 The NRLW is now part of rugby league’s fabric 05:13 Tegan Levi’s cheerleading and sevens background 05:49 Abbey Church’s brilliant chip-and-chase try 06:21 “Church is in session” 06:39 The NRLW sisterhood supports Yasmin Meakes 08:11 Tarryn Aiken injury update 09:07 Madison Mulhall’s ACL injury 10:17 HIA updates and Warriors injury news 11:22 Magic Round preview begins 12:23 Sharks v Tigers 14:00 Dragons v Roosters 15:13 Raiders v Cowboys 17:12 Bulldogs v Broncos 18:45 Warriors v Titans 19:04 Why Warriors v Titans could be game of the round 21:37 Eels v Knights 23:26 Rapid-fire Magic Round calls 23:48 Biggest upset chance 23:53 Player to watch 24:00 Teams under the most pressure 24:09 Match most likely to produce magic 24:14 Plan your NRLW Magic Round watch party 24:45 Final thoughts and sign-off See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marlee Silva and Ruan Sims unpack a massive Round 3 of the NRLW, including record-breaking attack from the Gold Coast Titans and the Broncos and Roosters maintaining their unbeaten starts. Ru names her standout performers before introducing a new segment inspired by Tamika Upton’s incredible try assist and its striking similarity to Greg Inglis’ iconic effort in the 2008 Centenary Test. The team also sends its love to Knights captain Yasmin Meakes following her ACL injury, examines the Warriors’ pathways in New Zealand and celebrates the Bulldogs’ breakthrough victory. Then it’s time to preview every Round 4 match, with Ruan revealing her tips and nominating the young Knight reminding her of an emerging Tamika Upton. Plus, two double passes to NRLW Magic Round in Wagga Wagga are up for grabs! To enter, comment on Spotify or YouTube or message the show and tell us which player you want to see bring the magic and why. Subscribe and watch every NRLW game live and free on Nine and 9Now. 00:00 Welcome to NRLW Weekly 01:49 Yasmin Meakes’ devastating ACL injury 03:25 Ruan’s Round 3 standout performers 05:23 Tamika Upton recreates an iconic GI moment 08:36 Olivia Kernick’s incredible flick pass 09:40 Baxter crashes the podcast 10:32 Marlee manifests a Bulldogs victory 12:14 Inside the Warriors’ NRLW pathways 14:00 Could New Zealand gain another women’s team? 14:50 Win tickets to NRLW Magic Round 16:23 Round 4 preview 16:53 Raiders v Sharks 19:26 Bulldogs v Dragons 20:52 Cowboys v Titans 22:47 Eels v Warriors 24:58 Broncos v Knights 26:52 Ruan’s breakout star of the season 27:40 Wests Tigers v Roosters 30:06 Round 4 viewing guide and final thoughts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ruan Sims pushes back on claims the NRLW is a two-horse race after the Sharks and Knights seriously tested competition heavyweights Brisbane and the Roosters. Marlee Silva and Ruan break down the biggest Round 2 performances, including Jamie Chapman’s epic outing, Jess Sergis’ influence and Faith Manera’s stunning hat-trick, before examining the injury toll already testing the Warriors and Eels. Plus, they celebrate 20 years of Women in League, reflect on the powerful NRLW captain portrait exhibition at Sydney’s Museum of Contemporary Art and preview every game of Round 3. 00:00 Welcome to NRLW Weekly 01:20 Round 2’s biggest results 02:33 How the Sharks turned it around in one week 03:54 Is calling the NRLW a “two-horse race” disrespectful? 05:08 Ruan Sims’ Round 2 player ratings 06:22 What makes Olivia Kernick so valuable? 08:08 NRLW injury toll begins to grow 08:39 Warriors and Eels hit hardest by injuries 09:46 Are New Zealand’s pathways ready to support the Warriors? 11:35 Celebrating 20 years of Women in League 12:46 Ruan reflects on the growth of the women’s game 15:43 Why sport is art 17:03 Round 3 preview begins 17:03 Raiders v Roosters 18:35 Warriors v Cowboys 20:00 Bulldogs v Sharks 21:57 Titans v Eels 24:11 Broncos v Wests Tigers 25:50 Knights v Dragons 27:46 Round 3 predictions and final thoughts 27:59 Ruan attempts the Women in League anthem See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marlee Silva and Ruan Sims take the podcast on the road from Shark Park! Round 1 Wrap-up: Quick hits on all six opening games, including standout performances from Yasmin Meakes and Tarryn Aiken, plus the Broncos’ dominant 50–4 win. Round 2 Preview & Tips: Complete analysis and predictions for the upcoming matches, including the Roosters v Knights. Injury & Selection News: The latest on major squad disruptions, including the Titans losing Destiny Mino-Sinapati and Jessika Elliston to MCL injuries. Watch on YouTube or subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Stream every game live and free on Channel 9 and 9Now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The wait is over. The 2026 NRLW season kicks off this week and Marlee Silva is joined by Ruan Sims to preview every team, every contender and the biggest storylines heading into Round 1. Can the Broncos defend their title after an off-season full of change? Are the Warriors the competition's biggest threat? Which teams are flying under the radar, and which Origin stars are set to dominate from the opening whistle? Marlee also shares what caught her sideline eye after spending time around the NRLW season launch and pre-season events, giving an insider feel for the teams and players creating the biggest buzz. Plus, the listener questions, Round 1 predictions and everything you need to know before the new season gets underway. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sarah Burt, AFLW Sports Journalist and Commentator, and Marlee Silva, NRLW Journalist and Presenter, come together to discuss what their codes can learn from each other. They explore how women’s sport isn’t about competing but joining forces for the common goal of growth and success. A must-listen for fans of AFLW, NRLW, and women’s sport overall. To get in touch on Instagram follow sarah___bur t and marlee.silva See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The countdown is on! This week, the Ru and Marlee break down the epic NRLW Grand Final clash, offering their predictions, key matchups, and the X-factors set to decide the premiership trophy. Plus, they dive into the major talking points from the Dally M Awards—who was robbed and who surprised? And finally, they discuss the bombshell news of superstar halfback Jesse Southwell's reported move to the Broncos, analyzing the huge implications it has for the competition's future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
And then there were four.. Ru hands out the final NRLW Weekly Medal and reveals her highly-anticipated 2025 NRLW Team of the Year. Does your favorite player make the cut? Plus, Marlee gives her candid "sideline eye" observations on the Titans' Mad Monday, and we dive into your listener questions on potential finals upsets and favorite games of the year. Finally, we preview the huge Preliminary Finals with Roosters vs. Sharks and Broncos vs. Knights in a Grand Final Qualifier showdown. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The finals are here! Join us as we dissect all the on-field action, including the latest injury news on Tarryn Aiken and what it means for the Roosters premiership hopes. We'll also break down the standout rookies of the season, discuss what's next for the teams who missed the finals, and answer your questions on whether the Eels and Warriors can bounce back in 2026. Plus, we preview both thrilling elimination finals: the Knights vs. Titans and the Cowboys vs. Sharks! It’s all thanks to Lite N Easy and Harvey Norman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Get ready for an action-packed episode of NRLW Weekly as Ru and Marlee dive into the race to the finals. This week's show featu res an interview with Sydney Roosters star Jocelyn Kelleher, who gives her insights on the competition and her team's form as they charge towards the finals. The episode also breaks down the new finals format, discusses the big news of Teddy Swims headlining the Grand Final, and covers all the sideline eye moments and listener questions. It’s all thanks to Lite N Easy and Harvey Norman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ru and Marlee discuss the big news that Brett Kimmorley is stepping down as the Tigers' NRLW head coach at the end of the season and Gayle Broughton is set to return to the Warriors. Broncos rookie, Kerri Johnson joins the show. Plus Ru teaches us the art of a perfect field goal setup, and preview all the upcoming action for Round 10. It’s all thanks to Lite N Easy and Harvey Norman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With the regular season nearly over, Ruan explains the new 2025 NRLW finals format and what it means for every team's premiership chances. Marlee and Ruan also talk about the concerning gap between the Broncos/Roosters and the rest of the competition, discuss the importance of a team's markers on the field, and review what's going on with NRLW players on social media. It’s all thanks to Lite N Easy and Harvey Norman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on the show, we're joined by North Queensland Cowboys forward Makenzie Weale to discuss what it's been like on the ground in Townsville. Then, we tackle the controversial news that Maddie Studdon was blocked from joining the Warriors, breaking down the implications and what this means for her future. Plus, we talk about the rumor sending shockwaves through the league—is Jesse Southwell really heading to Brisbane? We also hand out our NRLW Weekly Medal, answer listener questions, and give you our tips for Round 8. It's an episode you won't want to miss! It’s all thanks to Lite N Easy and Harvey Norman. 00:00 - Welcome 01:00 - NRLW Weekly medal 04:00 - Maddie Studdon blocked from joining Warriors 09:00 - Jesse Southwell to Brisbane rumour 11:45 - Ru’s Learning with Lite N Easy 15:00 - Mackenzie Weale 25:00 - ‘What caught my sideline eye’ 28:00 - Listener questions 30:30 - Round 8 tips and preview See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ruan and Marlee delve into the candidates to replace Tahnee Norris as the Queensland Origin coach, including Greg Inglis and Karryn Murphy. Injuries continue building as Ru speaks on the need for extended NRLW squads and more games, with hopes of the players one day going full-time. In "Lite N Easy learning" Ru breaks down the wrap play and the 'run first' mentality for playmakers. The episode wraps up with listener questions on developing players and what makes the NRLW a unique and compelling sport to follow, before a preview of Round 7. It’s all thanks to Lite N Easy and Harvey Norman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week, we're unpacking a massive weekend of footy, starting with the wet and wild action in Newcastle and the electric atmosphere of Magic Round. We shine a spotlight on the inaugural Indigenous Round. Ru talks expansion and what it would mean for the league, plus a look at the round ahead. It’s all thanks to Lite N Easy and Harvey Norman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marlee and Ru dive deep into the historic first-ever NRLW Magic Round! Ru shares her vision for taking Magic Round to rural locations each year. Get ready for another "Learning with Lite N Easy" segment where Ru dissects the Roosters' brilliant goal line power play. Plus, Wests Tigers star Caitlin Turnbull joins the show, we tackle your listener questions on Teagan Berry's suspension and whether the Cowboys an d Knights are premiership contenders, before wrapping up with our Magic Round tips! It’s all thanks to Lite N Easy and Harvey Norman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on NRLW Weekly, we're diving deep into whether anyone can truly stop the dominant Sydney Roosters as they continue to strengthen their squad. Plus, we chat with Dragons star Ella Koster about their recent form and her rise to the top. We'll also be giving away Magic Round tickets, sharing what caught our sideline eye (including Marlee's mechanical bull adventure!), and answering your listener questions before wrapping up with our Round 4 tips It’s all thanks to Lite N Easy and Harvey Norman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Join Ruan Sims and Marlee Silva in this week's NRLW Weekly as they dissect all the Round 2 action! They celebrate the Sharks' return to winning form, and dive deep into "Ru's Lite N Easy Learning," breaking down complex attacking and defensive strategies, including field splits and numbering systems. The duo tackle listener questions on the Bulldogs' defense and the controversial Reegan Hicks send-off, before previewing and tipping for an exciting Round 3! It’s all thanks to Lite N Easy and Harvey Norman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The NRLW is officially BACK! Marlee and Ru dish out their NRLW Weekly Medal, Team, and Player of the Round. We dive into the Bulldogs' dream debut and how the Warriors fared in their return. Plus, 'Lite N' Easy Learning' breaks down dummy halves, Marlee spots a jersey blunder, and we answer your questions on injuries, speed, and overall Round 1 impressions. Wrap up with our Round 2 tips! Don't miss it! It’s all thanks to Lite N Easy and Harvey Norman. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A new chapter for the NRLW begins this week! Marlee Silva and Ruan Sims preview the historic 2025 season with 12 teams, including the returning Warriors and debutant Bulldogs. Marlee & Ru dissect the biggest player movements, from Tamika Upton's headline-making switch to hidden gems. They tackle listener questions on expansion's impact, plus reveal their fearless predictions for who will lift the trophy, claim the Dally M, and shine as the next generation of stars. It’s all thanks to Harvey Norman. 00:00 - Welcome 03:00 - The Bulldogs and Warriors join the comp Signings Fan base Potential rugby players 13:00 - Off season signings and transfers Tamika Upton headlines biggest moves 19:00 - Listener questions Does expansion dilute or make standards higher? Does the new finals format add excitement or fatigue? 27:00 - 2025 Predictions Premiers: Roosters Smokey: Warriors Dally M: Olivia Kernick Rookie of the year: Tess McWilliams, Georgia Thomas, Martha Mataele Captain of the year: Api Nichols, Yasmine Clysdale 33:30 - Round 1 tips See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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