girl of the moment

Scarlett Wednesday is excited to introduce you to our first Girl of the Moment. After creating a collection based on her style and in celebration of her achievements, we sat down with Siyanah Almaaz for a quick chat.

SW: Hi Siyanah! Can you tell us a little about yourself? What are some things you love to do besides sports?

Siyanah: My name is Siyanah Almaaz, I'm 14 years old and from SouthWest Sydney. When I'm not playing sport, I like to hang out with my friends.

SW: What's your favourite sport?

Siyanah: Rugby league.

SW: That's great. so how did you get started in rugby league? Do you remember the first time you tried it?

Siyanah: I started in PSSA, during primary school, and then realised that I really liked it, so I joined a local club.

SW:  How old were you when you started playing? And did you start off playing with the boys?

Siyanah:  I think I was 12, and yes I started by playing in a mixed team with mostly boys, until under 13s and moved over to a girl's competition.

SW: What do you love most about playing league?

Siyanah: Having my friends and family come and watch me play, and learning to become a better player.

SW: Great! And what's the proudest moment you've had so far playing?

Siyanah: Probably being picked to play for Sydney South West.

SW: Do you have any big goals or dreams that you're working towards in league?

Siyanah: To maybe make it to the women's NRL.

SW: That's excellent. How do you keep self motivated about training on the days that you don't really feel like going?

Siyanah: I remind myself that at the end of the day, all the effort and hard work will pay off.

SW: When you're not training or playing, what do you do for fun and relaxation?

Siyanah: Have sleepovers with my friends or watch Netflix.

SW: Nice. So, how does it feel to have a collection inspired by you and your achievements in sport?

Siyanah: It makes me feel really good and proud.

SW:  Who inspires you the most, either in sport or in your life?

Siyanah: Stephen Crichton in sport, and my dad.

SW: What advice would you give to someone your age or younger, who's just starting out in rugby league?

Siyanah: It might be like rough at the start, but keep pushing. Achieve what you want to achieve.

Quick fire questions...

SW: Slides or joggers?

Siyanah: Joggers.

SW: Hoodie or crop top?

Siyanah: Hoodie.

SW: Morning or evening training?
Siyanah: Evening training.

SW: If you could train or play anywhere in the world, where will it be?
Siyanah: Probably Samoa.

SW:  Nice.  What does it mean to be the first Scarlett Wednesday girl of the moment?

Siyanah: You know, feels special because not many other girls have this type of  opportunity. 

SW: What message would you like to share to other girls who would look up to you?
Siyanah: God, put that dream in your head for a reason. So keep chasing guys. 

Excellent. Thanks for sitting down and chatting with me today! 

Check out the collection: The Siyanah Collection