New Zealand's most prolific try-scorer in women's rugby league — the most dangerous attacking player in the Kiwi Ferns, whose pace and finishing ability have made her a fixture in the World Cup's best performers across multiple tournaments.
New Zealand's most prolific try-scorer in women's rugby league — the most dangerous attacking player in the Kiwi Ferns, whose pace and finishing ability have made her a fixture in the World Cup's best performers across multiple tournaments. Rugby league is a sport of immense physicality requiring sustained excellence across a long and physically punishing season. Career highlights included Women's Rugby League World Cup finalist (Kiwi Ferns), New Zealand international, Multiple Player of the Tournament nominations. The dedication required to reach and maintain elite level in rugby league is rarely appreciated by outside observers, yet Vanessa's record speaks precisely to that kind of sustained commitment. Vanessa's contribution to rugby league extends beyond personal statistics to the culture and development of the discipline at the highest level.
Women's Rugby League World Cup finalist (Kiwi Ferns)
Career Honours
- Women's Rugby League World Cup finalist (Kiwi Ferns)
- New Zealand international
- Multiple Player of the Tournament nominations