Player Bio
Lydia Turua-Quedley on her signing
“I'm very honoured to be a part of the Warriors’ return to the NRLW. I have been working hard the last few years with the NRLW as a goal in mind so to be a part of this for me is huge and just such a privilege. It shows that hard work does pay off but also that there is a pathway in footy for the women here in New Zealand. I had a lot of different emotions receiving this contract. There were a lot of tears behind closed doors but overall I was just so excited.“Ron had been speaking to me for a few weeks prior, which started during my Akarana season. He was just getting to know me and what I’m about. I was quite nervous on our first call. He pointed out that it’s okay to relax but, like I said, I worked hard the last few years so to have those conversations for something I dreamed about was unreal for me. “Ron is a professional and he’s so knowledgeable. It’s been great getting to know him and his beautiful family; all in all I would say his expectations of me are to just have a crack and to back myself.
“I’ve also had the best support system on my footy journey. I’m a Mum to my son Noah, who turns three next year, as well as having a partner who also plays footy – Paul Roache. So we both have had a few hectic years playing rugby league as well as navigating parenthood.
“Our families have been absolutely amazing with supporting Paul and me, especially helping us out with Noah. I truly believe because of both our families’ love and support, and my little team, Paul and Noah, it is a huge reason why I am where I am today. They are everything to me!
“I am so excited for this next journey and to be in this environment with other amazing athletes. Bring on 2025!”
Profile | Lydia Turua-Quedley
Born: March 13, 1999Birthplace: Auckland
Clubs: Rugby union | Ponsonby. Rugby league | Werribee Bears (Vic), Altona Roosters (Vic)
Position: Halfback
Height: 163cm
Weight: 65kg
NRLW debut: Yet to make debut
Representative honours: Rugby league Cook Islands Moana 2023-2024, Akarana Falcons. Rugby union | Auckland Storm 2020
