Kasey Badger made history on Monday night by becoming the first female to referee a men's Rugby League World Cup match.
The Australian took charge of the clash between Tonga and Wales in Saint Helens and is hoping to be a trailblazer for more female officials. She is one of two women named among the officials for the competition, alongside compatriot Belinda Sharpe.
Badger's husband Gavin is also a former referee and made the round-the-world dash to see her in action at the Totally Wicked Stadium after she found out over the weekend.
