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Joel Gould

RARE PHOTOS: Setbacks drove teitzel to maroons pinnacle in origin | Rare Historical Photos

Queensland forward Romy Teitzel (l) emerged from hardship to become a key figure for the Maroons. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)

Queensland second-rower Romy Teitzel says her toughest test as winless Newcastle captain in the club's inaugural NRLW season was the making of her career.

The 25-year-old, who returned to play for Brisbane in the NRLW last year, will line up for the Maroons in Thursday' night's State of Origin season opener at Suncorp Stadium feeling she's a stronger and better player and person.

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