With the 2022 NRLW season starting this Sunday, we caught up with our squad members to get to know them a little better.
We sat down with Centre Yasmin Clydsdale to discuss her late start to the game and playing for her hometown.
Name: Yasmin Clysdsale
Position/s: Second-row/Centre
Junior Club: Queanbeyan Blues Canberra
How did you find Rugby League?
I was late to the game so I didn't start playing until I was 22 years old. I moved to Canberra with my partner who was playing for the raiders. I wanted to make friends in a new community and the best way to do that was through sport.
Your journey in the game? Where have you played before?
I played for the Sydney Roosters for two seasons and the NSW Blues team for three years.
Where is your hometown?
Newcastle, NSW.
What are you most looking forward to this season?
The challenge of playing in a new team with a good culture. I'm really looking forward to getting out there in the new colours.
What are your goals for the 2022 season?
Winning in my hometown would be really special.
Favourite canteen snack as a kid?
Hot chips (they're still my favourite food) with chicken salt.
Favourite movie?
Grease or High School Musical.
Greatest on-field moment?
Winning the 2021 Premiership with the Roosters girls.
Best Piece of Advice?
"Win every moment, every little moment."
Greatest off-field moment?
Finishing my university degree [Bachelor of Secondary Education and Bachelor of Physical Health Education] and being a Teacher is really rewarding. I love my job.
Do you have any sporting heroes?
Serena Williams, she's such a strong woman and she's been able to achieve everything people told her she couldn't.
