Wallaroos Play 100th Test
Australia's women's rugby union team faces New Zealand's Black Ferns in Auckland, driven by a sense of responsibility to honour the trailblazers of the game
The Wallaroos, Australia's national women's rugby union team, are set to play their 100th Test against New Zealand's Black Ferns. The milestone comes after a 32-year journey for the team, which was first established in 1994.
The team's first Test was played on September 2, 1994, at North Sydney Oval, and was an understated occasion, with the team playing as the first match of a double-header. Libby Andrew, who played in the Wallaroos' first Test, describes the bond between players as a 'family' connection.
The current squad, led by captain Siokapesi Palu Sekona, shares this sentiment. According to Palu Sekona, the experiences shared by Wallaroos players, both on and off the field, create a strong bond that ties them together, regardless of the era in which they played.
## What it means The 100th Test is not just a milestone for the team, but also a chance for the current players to honour the trailblazers of the game. Palu Sekona feels a responsibility to lead the team well and make sure they do the jersey justice, not just for the 23 players who will take the field against New Zealand, but for all the Wallaroos who have worn the green and gold jerseys over the years.
The Wallaroos' 100th Test will be played against New Zealand in Auckland on a Saturday afternoon. The team is driven by a sense of responsibility to honour the players who have come before them, and to make them proud.
## Why it matters The Wallaroos' 100th Test is a significant milestone for women's rugby in Australia. It marks a major achievement for the team, which has been playing for 32 years. The team's sense of responsibility to honour the trailblazers of the game is a testament to the strong bond between players, and the importance of respecting the history of the sport.
The Wallaroos' journey to their 100th Test has been long and challenging, but the team is proud of what they have achieved. As they take the field against the Black Ferns, they will be playing for more than just themselves - they will be playing for all the Wallaroos who have come before them, and for the future of women's rugby in Australia.
