Leeds Rhinos Women signed Australian-born centre Nicole Kennedy on dual-registration from London Broncos ahead of the start of the 2026 season.

The 25-year-old, will be eligible to play for the Rhinos during the 2026 season and she will combine her training with the Rhinos and Broncos as well as a full-time career as a Paramedic in London.

Kennedy began playing Rugby League in Australia, before moving to the UK for work and joining London Broncos, where she has played for three seasons. Last year she was in outstanding form for the Broncos, finishing as their top try scorer and picking up the Player of the Year award.

She has also played for the Netherlands four times and in 2025 scored a hat-trick to help her country secure a 34-0 win against Greece.  Kennedy played alongside her two sisters in the game who were eligible to play for the team through their Dutch mum.