The Raiders are pleased to announce the signing of Evie McGrath as a supplementary player for the 2026 NRLW season.
The 20-year-old joins the Raiders from the Wests Tigers, having played nine NRLW games across the past two seasons.
McGrath also represented NSW in the Under 19s Origin on two occasions, playing five-eighth in their successful 2024 and 2025 campaigns.
In 2026 NRLW clubs can sign two supplementary players that sit between the Top 24 squad and the four development players and can be selected to play games in the event of an injury in the squad.
Raiders NRLW coach Darrin Borthwick is pleased to have McGrath join the squad in 2026, saying she’ll provide great depth to the team.
“I’ve watched Evie closely over the past few years at the Tigers and come through the Steelers system. When she became available I jumped on it straight away because what she’s done for us is she’s added depth to our halves,” Borthwick said.
“She’s been training well in our monthly sessions and is fitting in really well with the group. She can cover a couple of positions, fullback as well. Just her being in and around the squad and adding more competition amongst the group is healthy and I’m really happy with the decision.
“It’s great to not only have the option to use the supplementary players but potentially, and Evie’s a good example too, girls that have got a reasonable amount of experience come into your group, which only helps with the squad. Evie’s been a testament to that.
“It’s been a breath of fresh air having Evie here and the option to have two supplementary players within the group, will put a lot of competition into the group."
McGrath said she can’t wait to start her next chapter at the Raiders.
“I’m super excited to be a part of this squad. The coaching staff and all the girls seem so lovely and I’m just happy to be a part of it,” McGrath said.
“It’s a new environment so I’m hoping I keep progressing my game, learning and growing every week.
“You always don’t know what to expect going into a new environment but coming in I was so welcomed. I feel right at home and I feel really comfortable with all the girls and it seems like a really nice space where we can create some genuine connections.”
