The Dragons are excited to announce that Kiwi Ferns star Angelina Teakaraanga-Katoa has agreed to a deal which will bring her back to the club in 2027.
Teakaraanga-Katoa proved a revelation during her two seasons as a Dragon growing into a leader of the forward pack en route to a Kiwi Ferns debut at the end of 2023.
In 2024, Teakaraanga-Katoa played in all nine games amassing then career-highs in run metres (1,260) and tackles (262) as she took home the club’s NRLW Player of the Year Award.
The 24-year-old linked up with the Bulldogs for their inaugural season in 2025 averaging 152 run metres whilst totalling 340 tackles at close to 92 per cent efficiency.
“I’m looking forward to next season with the Dragons. It’s familiar territory for me, but this decision certainly wasn’t easy,” Teakaraanga-Katoa said.
“It’s an exciting period ahead for the Dragons and I’m excited to meet the new girls as well as the familiar faces. Right now, my full focus is on the season in front of me with the Dogs, but when the time comes, I’ll be ready to embrace the Red V again.”
Head Coach Nathan Cross shared Teakaraanga-Katoa’s excitement for the coming years.
“Teka will add so much to our club, and we can’t wait to welcome her back,” Cross said.
“She has grown into an incredible player over the past few seasons. Her power, leg-speed, and work ethic will help strengthen our forward pack immensely. I’ll be looking to her to lead and nurture the young talent we have coming through our system. Teka will play a big role in what we are building moving forward.”
