Hale’s outstanding performance has earned great record

Georgia Hale, the leader of the Titans, has earned a nomination for the 2023 Golden Boot following her remarkable captaincy performance that played a pivotal role in ending the Kiwi Ferns’ seven-year victory drought against the Jillaroos.

This dedicated New Zealander participated in her ninth season of International Rugby League during the recent Pacific Championships Test series. She featured in all three matches, notably contributing to the team’s highlighted 12-6 triumph over Australia in late October.

The Golden Boot stands as one of the most prestigious accolades in International Rugby League, bestowed upon the best player in officially sanctioned rugby league international matches annually. Despite her consistent excellence over the past five years, the 28-year-old Hale has yet to secure this prestigious title. Previous winners include Kiwis teammate Raecene McGregor and Jillaroos duo Jess Sergis and Isabelle Kelly.

New Zealand players dominate the extensive lists of nominees for both men’s and women’s categories, a selection made by media representatives from Australia, England, New Zealand, and Papua New Guinea. This recognition follows the success of the Kiwis and Kiwi Ferns in the Pacific Championships against Australia.

The determination of the women’s IRL Golden Boot recipient will be entrusted to Australian Jillaroos great and current Gold Coast coach Karyn Murphy, former New Zealand dual-code superstar Honey Hireme-Smiler, and England’s 2017 World Cup prop turned rugby league commentator Danika Priim.

The victor of the 2023 IRL Women’s Golden Boot award is scheduled to be revealed in early December, with Georgia Hale competing against the following players: [list of players].