In the biggest year for Australian women's rugby yet, Super W 2022 gives us a chance to see Australia's best on the field as they put their hands up for Wallaroos selection.
Australia's five sides will be joined by Fijiana Drua, the first international team to join the local competition, in an eight week, home-and-away season which culminates in a Grand Final on 24 April.
As we countdown to season kick-off, we look at the players you need to keep your eye on this year.
Brumbies: Grace Kemp
A tackle-busting, hard-hitting lock, Kemp has made a name for herself in the Super W, and will be one to watch for again in 2022. Stepping up in 2021 especially with her defence, the 20-year-old will be raising her game again this season as she puts her hand up for international selection in one of the biggest years for Australian women's rugby. Despite being young, she's a growing leader for the Brumbies, regularly putting her team on the front foot.
Fijiana: Bitila Tawake
We've only been given a small taste of what Fijiana Drua will bring to Super W with their one pre-season match against the Reds, where they shocked the Super W runner-ups, but if there's one thing we should expect from the new side it's the usual attacking flamboyance and hard-hitting defence and their captain Tawake will be bringing both in spades.
Force: Rebecca Clough
One of the competition's most experienced players, Clough makes her return to the Super W after a season off and is no doubt a player who'll make a big impact on the competition. A three-time World Cup campaigner, Clough brings knowledge and experience to the Force second row as well as some motherly off-field support according to Force captain Trilleen Pomare. With a steely determination, the 33-year-old hits the ground running and will be paramount in the Force's return this season.
Rebels: Jade Te Aute
There's plenty of young talent coming through at the Rebels this year, with outside centre Hope Schuster certainly one to keep an eye out for, but it's the Rebels young fly-half Jade Te Aute that will have everyone's attention in 2022. Following standout performances in 2021, Te Aute was selected in the Wallaroos PONI (players of interest) squad and took part in their end of year training camp. At just 17, she's one of the youngest players in the competition, but she's already proven age means nothing with an eye for creating space for her backline and linking well with her halfback Georgia McCormick. Expect her to make an impression again in 2022.
Reds: Shannon Parry
It might seem the obvious choice, an Olympic gold medalist, Commonwealth Games medalist, and several World Cup appearances, the accolades could go on for Parry but her return to the XVs game and her inclusion in the Reds side could be the difference in earning her team their first ever Super W title. Named the Reds captain in her return, she adds even more muscle to her team's backrow, while her ball-handling, pace and rugby knowledge will give her team a clear edge over the competition.
Waratahs: Lori Cramer
In a team with talented Wallaroos members amongst every position, picking just one player to watch is a hard task, but one player who stands out amongst the rest is Lori Cramer. Making her debut in the sky blue, Cramer will slot in at fullback and will no doubt make her mark on the season early this weekend. Representing the Reds in the first three seasons, she made quick work rising amongst the rugby ranks, becoming the top points scorer in 2019 before earning a Wallaroos call up. Her kicking game sets her above the rest, while the space out the back allows her to find the gaps and exploit them.