Charlotte Caslick, a standout in the rugby sevens scene and regarded as Australia’s finest player in this format, will make her long-awaited debut for the Queensland Reds against the NSW Waratahs on Sunday in Brisbane. Her participation comes as she aims for selection in the Wallaroos team for the upcoming Rugby World Cup in England.
Caslick confirmed on Wednesday that she would be available for the entire Super Rugby Women’s season with the Reds. Reds coach Andrew Fraser has high hopes for her, describing her as a “world class athlete” whose speed and tactical understanding gained over a decade will excite the crowd at Ballymore.
She is set to play as a utility back, likely appearing as a fullback or closer to the action during the match. The Reds previously secured a 22-19 victory against the Fijian Drua in their season opener, garnering praise for the contributions of other sevens stars like Teagan Levi, Kahli Henwood, and Bella Nasser.
The Waratahs, last year’s champions, currently hold a 1-1 record after a recent loss to the Drua and a narrow comeback win against the Western Force. Coach Mike Ruthven has highlighted the physicality expected in this derby match, expressing confidence that his squad is equipped to handle the intensity of the game.
Both teams are poised for an exciting clash, with each looking to elevate their performances as the competition progresses. Fans and spectators are eagerly anticipating how Caslick’s debut will unfold and the impact she will have on the field.