Hard working front-rower Tanika-Jazz Noble-Bell is one of the leaders of the Manly pack in our first season in the Harvey Norman NSW Women’s Premiership.
We caught up with Tanika-Jazz to learn more about her.
Player Profile
Name: Tanika-Jazz Noble-Bell
DOB: 20/2/1996
Birthplace: Auckland, New Zealand
Position: Prop
Nickname: TJ
What's your favorite rugby league memory growing up?
I was around rugby league growing up but I didn’t enjoy it until I started playing myself after high school. Would have to be the friendships made through the game.
Who are your favourite rugby league players in NRL or NRLW?
NRL: Latrell Mitchell, Spencer Leniu; NRLW: Georgia Hale, Mele Hufanga, Anessa Biddle, Toru Arakua
What does it mean to you to be part of the first Manly Harvey Norman’s Women’s team?
I'm always excited to be part of a new legacy and helping build a club from the ground up. I'm grateful for the opportunity Manly has given me.
Funniest team-mate?
Mia, Piki, or any of the NZ girls
What are your goals this season?
- To go back to NZ a better player than when I left in March; to be better (finding that next gear); hitting my fitness goals; and to enjoy my footy
Tell us about your family and any special achievements?
I love my family and I do miss them as they are all in NZ. My achievement so far is making this Manly team, but there is room for more.
Who is your hero?
It used to be Michael Jordan when I played basketball growing up. It was my older brother at one time. But now, it's my parents.
What's your favorite movie and why?
I can’t say I have one movie that is my favourite. I love Marvel, the Fast & Furious saga, Adam Sandler movies, Hallmarks
What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
Being with my partner, relaxing, movies, family time
Are you a morning person or a night owl?
Honestly, could be either or, depends on how I’m feeling
Coach Keith Hanley says:
“Tanika-Jazz has played Test football for New Zealand. She played NRLW for the NZ Warriors in 2018 before COVID came around. She has represented the Maori All Stars team. ‘TJ’ has been around a high level of rugby league for a number of years. A really, hard working person with good characteristics and the sort of team-mate you want to have in your side.”
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