Sisters Jesse and Hannah Southwell are out to build a dynasty at the Newcastle Knights echoing the one Andrew and Matty Johns helped create in the late 90s and early 2000s.
The Southwells were part of the Newcastle side that won its first NRLW premiership last year, courtesy of a 32-12 grand final victory over the Eels, and they are confident the Knights can go back to back this season.
Knights' sisters Jesse (left) and Hannah Southwell (right). Credit: Louise Kennerley
I think we've got an even better squad than we did last year, Hannah said. It's more well-rounded, and we don't have any egos in the team. I think...