Shaniah Power

27-year-old Shaniah Power comes to Wigan with a wealth of experience in her native Australia. Since 2020 she has featured for New Zealand Warriors, Gold Coast Titans, Sydney Roosters and joins Wigan from her hometown side North Queensland Cowboys.

The 2023 BMD Premiership Player of the Year, Power has represented the Maroons (Queensland) on four occasions and the Indigenous All Stars four times.

Power made her debut for the Warriors in an 84-0 win against Barrow Raiders Ladies in the Challenge Cup.

A dynamic second-rower known for her powerful ball-carrying and aggressive defence, Power brings both leadership and elite-level athleticism to Wigan’s forward pack. Her arrival marks a significant statement of intent by the club, adding international quality and experience to a growing women’s squad. With her proven ability to break the line and inspire those around her, she is expected to play a key role in the Warriors’ ambitions this season.

Having already impressed with a dominant debut performance, Power has quickly settled into the squad and earned praise from teammates and coaches alike for her work ethic and professionalism. Fans have been quick to embrace her, and there is growing excitement about what she can help the team achieve, both in the Challenge Cup and the Women's Super League campaign. As Wigan continues to build a competitive and exciting women's side, the addition of a player of Shaniah Power's calibre is a major boost—and one that could prove pivotal in their pursuit of silverware.