Women's rugby league is one of the fastest growing areas of the sport and it is set for even more expansion in the tackle format.
Group 19 in NSW is doing their its to develop it locally with a 13-and-under-15 and a 15-and-under-17 competition proposed to be held in conjunction with its annual open women's nines tournament.
Group 19 and Greater Northern Tigers representative Sarah Byrne has taken on the coaching role for the under-17 Glen Innes team.
She believes the introduction of younger age groups was important for the development and expansion of women's rugby league.
"With the sport growing so rapidly it gives young females the chance to actually participate and not just it watch on the TV, or not be old enough to join in," she said.
"Growing the game at grassroots level is what's going to keep women's rugby league growing at the pace it is."
Byrne was eager to pass on all the tips and tricks she had learnt.
"This year in particular, with the introduction to representative league in our area, I've been mentored in league by coaches, in particular Mick Schmiedel, who has helped me gain knowledge in the sport," she said.
"I'd love to pass on what I can to these younger girls."
There has been interest among under-17 players to try the sport with a few hesitant due to the tackle concept.
Byrne encouraged eager young players to "get in and have a crack."
"I think a few girls would be hesitant to try contact, but you don't know until you try," she said.
"The beauty of women's league is that there's a place for everyone no matter what shape and size.
"I've found in recent years with the women's league that it's brought out players who I've never seen on the tag field and its great to see."
The proposed dates for the nines are October 12, October 19, October 26, November 2 and November 9.
Rachel and Greg Kerr will coach the 13-and-under-15 team.
