Olivia Kernick doesn’t feel the spotlight – but she’s certainly been in it.

The Roosters lock has ticked off in two years what most players hope to accomplish in a career, and she’s only 24.

Her past two rugby league seasons have included a Dally M Medal, NRLW premiership, Jillaroos snubbing and recall, an Origin victory (she was named player of the series), and now another NRLW grand final with the Roosters against the Broncos on Sunday.

Despite it all, the self-confessed “bossy” and “competitive” forward doesn’t feel like she’s been centre stage.

“I feel like there’s not really been a spotlight,” Kernick said. “Personally, I don’t feel that way.

“I think with anything the last few years, I’ve really had to step up as a leader, and I’ve really had to grow into that role, but the Roos

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