Celebrating International Women's Day on the KNIGHTS // HQ Podcast

Women's rugby league continues to thrive breaking new ground and soaring higher each year.

Highlighted by the introduction of the nib Newcastle Knights first team in the NRLW competition, the team created history when they ran out for the first time at McDonald Jones Stadium in Round 1.

On a special edition of the KNIGHTS // HQ Podcast, we celebrate the achievements of women on International Women's Day.

IWD (March 8th) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.

The campaign theme for International Women’s Day 2022 is #BreakTheBias.

On Episode 8, hear from four influential and empowering women who shared their own unique stories and journeys.

Starting with Katie Brassil, the first female director of the Wests Group Australia, Katie shared her experiences within the board room and the decision to enter a team into the NRLW competition.

NRLW Wellbeing Manager, Holly Fuda, joins the podcast having undertaken an NRL and Club first role in the women's game and spoke about how she helps players overcome adversity.

Also listen to NRLW Club Captain, Krystal Rota, and NRLW Assistant Coach, Jess Skinner, on their incredible stories of sacrifice to join the inaugural team and their thoughts on the evolution of the women's game.