Maroons captain Ali Brigginshaw has called for at least one women’s State of Origin game each year to be played at a “neutral ground” after the side’s game one loss.
Queensland were left stunned by a ruthless performance from NSW on Thursday night, with young halfback Jesse Southwell starring in the 32-12 win at Suncorp Stadium.
It puts the reigning champs in a precarious position, with the next two matches to be played in enemy territory at Allianz Stadium and McDonald Jones Stadium.
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Last year it was the opposite situation, with two games held in the Sunshine State.
Quizzed on whether she’d like to see a change, the champion Queensland halfback suggested taking future series on the road to grow the fanbase.
Ali Brigginshaw and Tahnee Norris speak to media post-game. Nine
“We are up for anything,” Brigginshaw said.
“It’s a challenge and I think we have a squad that want to take on a challenge.
“I would’ve liked to get one at home, especially at Suncorp. We haven’t shown up in front of our home crowd which is what hits home the most and is disappointing.
“I’d like to take one further away where it’s a neutral ground for both of us. We can take our game anywhere and people want to see it.
“We have spoken about going up to Darwin. Taking it somewhere to show our game to everyone else – but in women’s footy, you just play wherever you’re told.”
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Head coach Tahnee Norris echoed the sentiments of the skipper.
“Absolutely – it showcases our game and spreads it even further,” she said.
The next match will be held in Sydney on May 15, with the Blues gunning to take an unassailable 2-0 lead.
