Q&A with Syris Schmidt

Syris Schmidt is a young Samoan-Niuean man making a name for himself in Australian rugby ranks. The Southport School five-eighth is directing his team on field as well as his career options outside of rugby. Syris has played representative grades in both rugby and league having played for Queensland in rugby league and Queensland Reds U16, and U18. … More Q&A with Syris Schmidt

Women In League Week: Courtenay Matulino, a wife’s perspective

To celebrate Women In League Week, Beyond the Mark is sharing different perspectives of women involved in rugby league. Courtenay Matulino is married with two children Kyla (4) and Brax (2) to NZ Warriors player, Ben Matulino. How did you get involved with rugby league? I became involved with rugby league through my husband Ben. … More Women In League Week: Courtenay Matulino, a wife’s perspective

Women in League Week: Rochelle Tamarua, a referee’s perspective

To celebrate Women In League Week, Beyond the Mark is sharing different perspectives of women involved in rugby league. Rochelle Tamarua started refereeing league games four years ago after attending an ARL referees meeting.  How did you get involved in rugby league? Well, I’ve been refereeing Touch Football for over 12 years and wanted to … More Women in League Week: Rochelle Tamarua, a referee’s perspective

Women In League Week: Niki Schuck, second woman on NZ Warriors Board

To celebrate Women In League Week, Beyond the Mark is sharing different perspectives of women involved in rugby league. Niki Schuck is a renown PR professional and the second woman to sit on the NZ Warriors Board. How did you get involved in rugby league? The first live rugby league game I watched was years … More Women In League Week: Niki Schuck, second woman on NZ Warriors Board

Women In League Week: Madison Bartlett, Kiwi Fern and Akarana Falcon

To celebrate Women In League Week, Beyond the Mark is sharing different perspectives of women involved in rugby league. Madison Bartlett recently made the Kiwi Ferns, represents the Akarana Falcons and Richmond Rovers. How did you get involved in rugby league? Basically I was playing a lot of other sports with friends that had already … More Women In League Week: Madison Bartlett, Kiwi Fern and Akarana Falcon

Women In League Week: Savannah Tafau-Levy, NZ Warriors intern and Qld fan

To celebrate Women In League Week, Beyond the Mark is sharing different perspectives of women involved in rugby league. Savannah Tafau-Levy is a sport journalist interning at the NZ Warriors and a huge fan of the game.  How did you get involved with rugby league? Growing up in Brisbane, Australia I was always involved with … More Women In League Week: Savannah Tafau-Levy, NZ Warriors intern and Qld fan