Leeds are to become the first British rugby league club to make matchday payments to their women’s team.
The reigning Super League champions are to offer win bonuses and other “meritocratic” payments from 2023.
The new scheme is the latest phase of the Rhinos’ long-term goal to develop a fully professional women’s team.
“It’s great to see the growth and development of the women’s programme at Leeds Rhinos since 2018,” said head coach Lois Forsell.
“The club have big ambitions and these steps are all positive ones in the right direction that look to grow the game sustainably.”