For Tamika Upton, recreation two is an opportunity for her to carry out in entrance of a “house” crowd, after main the Knights to the final two NRLW premierships.
Maroons assistant coach Nathan Cross stated he had no doubts Novacastrians would stick it to the Maroons fullback, however stated he had little question’s she is going to deal with the strain.
“She’s actually trying ahead to it,” he stated.
“Tamika’s among the best gamers within the recreation. Her footy IQ is like that of the lads I’ve coached in my time, and he or she’ taking part in in entrance of what is primarily her house crowd.
“She’s a cool cat – she does not give a lot away, however we all know she’s excited. We additionally know there is a little bit of a degree to show – not simply from Tamika, however from everybody.”
The match at McDonald Jones Stadium is a sellout.
Knights star Tamika Upton in motion for Queensland. Getty