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Sky Bruise: heavy sessions prep NSW for Origin opener

NSW have thrived training together for seven weeks in Origin preparation, Yasmin Clydsdale (r) says. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)

NSW back-rower Yasmin Clydsdale says her perforated eardrum is proof the Sky Blues' State of Origin preparations haven't lacked intensity as they gear up for the series opener with little game time.

The NSWRL's decision to shift the Women's Premiership season to align with the NRLW - rather than play in the early months of the year - has meant few of Kylie Hilder's squad have extensive minutes under their belt in 2024.

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