Waikato halfback Ariana Bayler’s journey to the Black Ferns has been one of persistence, the talented youngster suffering three ACL injuries in her career to date.

The former Hamilton Girls’ High School student made her Farah Palmer Cup debut as a 16-year-old and has been a key member of the resurgent Waikato team in recent years.

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