15-year-old Amarli scores hat-trick to claim state rugby title for Illawarra
Illawarra under-15s girls won the NSW state sevens rugby championship with Amarli Daszkowski scoring three tries in the grand final.
Amarli Daszkowski, just 15, was the star as Illawarra's under-15s girls side defeated Randwick 24-14 to claim the NSW state championship. The flying winger scored a hat-trick in the final, including her third try dedicated to her 12-year-old sister Lola, her biggest supporter.
Amarli only picked up rugby a few years ago after also playing rugby league. Amarli was chosen as captain of a young Illawarra team that had mostly 14-year-olds on the roster, and delivered when pressure was highest.
Her coach praised her natural speed, determination and confidence in big moments. Kiama Rugby Club junior Jacob Austin was selected for the NSW Waratahs under-15s team and was part of the under-15s UOW boys 7s team that toured Japan.
- Illawarra 24, Randwick 14
- Championship score
- 15 years old, team captain
- Amarli's age
- Mostly 14-year-olds on roster
- Team composition
- Mudgee, NSW
- Tournament location
Why it mattersYoung regional talent is rising through elite junior ranks, suggesting Illawarra could produce serious rugby prospects in years ahead.
AustraliaTwo Illawarra teenagers are breaking through to elite NSW youth rugby teams, showing strong talent development in the region.
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