A new star has arrived in the NRLW. Knights recruit Sidney Taylor, one of the many women who crossed from rugby sevens to the NRLW this year, had a stellar debut as Newcastle defeated Cronulla 18-4 in the first game of the season on Thursday night. Knights recruit Sidney Taylor, one of the many women who crossed from rugby sevens to the NRLW for season 2026, had a stellar debut as Newcastle defeated Cronulla 18-4 at Shark Park.