Since her Test debut for the Australian team in 2003, Steph Hancock has been an incredible player, role model and leader in NRLW.
Steph Hancock: Veronica White Medal Nominee
She is a household name and has helped promote Rugby League for women, nationally.
While playing Rugby League and working full time in the Queensland Police Force, Steph still prioritises her community work, passionately working with grassroots clubs and promoting female participation in Rugby League.
Through Titans game and development programs, and her own connections with junior clubs, Steph trains local girls’ teams and is an ambassador for the Jimboomba Thunder JRL Club.
Combining Steph’s passion for Rugby League and her care for her community, she raised funds for drought-stricken areas of Brisbane by creating a women’s Rugby League Charity match.
Raising $10 000 for the community while highlighting the profile of women in sport, Stephanie became a local hero.
Stephanie’s hard work, passion and love for Rugby League, on and off the field, is contagious.
She leads others to help, serve and inspire the community too.
