Talented five-eighth Matisse Bettridge has stepped up from the Tarsha Gale Cup team to be part of Manly's inaugural Harvey Norman Women's side this season.
We caught up with Matisse to learn more about her after her fine season for Manly in the U19s competition.
Player Profile
Name: Matisse Bettridge
DOB: 11/2/2005
Birthplace: Qld, Australia
Position: Five-eighth
Nickname: Mati
What's your favorite rugby league memory growing up?
Being able to play alongside my sister In Queensland and having the opportunity to move states and create greater friendships.
What does it mean to you to be part of the first Manly Harvey Norman’s Women’s team?
It's a real privilege to be able to say I was part of the first Manly women's team in this competition and be a part of the history at this club. The Sea Eagles have been so supportive around the whole transition. I truly appreciate everything that they have done for us girls.
Funniest team-mate? Lavinia Tauhalaliku, Chelsea Smyth
What are your goals this season?
To develop my game as well as improving our side. I'm taking this opportunity to get feedback from the team and coaching staff as I want to continue to better myself on and off the field.
Tell us about your family and any special achievements?
My family live in Qld. A special achievement that I have made is the ability to be able to move out of home to play the sport that I love. I have three siblings and we all play rugby league.
Who is your hero?
My Mum
What's your favorite movie and why?
Moana. I like singing the songs
What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
When I’m not working or training, I enjoy going to the beach or spending quality time with my friends
Are you a morning person or a night owl?
I'm a night owl.
Coach Keith Hanley says:
"Mattise has grown immensely since the Tarsha Gale Cup began in February. Her understanding of football has come to a point now where she is probably one of the main drivers of our team, which is what is going to have to happen in the halves. Her kicking game has heavily improved, she has a really good running game, and defends strongly. She is a really good playmaker and a smart girl.”
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