The Sydney Roosters have been one of the best teams over the past decade, but if they are to remain in premiership contention, they will need to rely on the next generation of young players coming through the ranks.
Over the past couple of years, the likes of Benaiah Ioelu, Salesi Foketi, Hugo Savala, Robert Toia and the Va'a brothers - De La Salle and Xavier - have been introduced to the NRL after successfully progressing through the club's ranks.
So...who's next?
10. Carter Mareko
The reigning 2025 Harold Matthews Cup Player of the Tournament, Carter Mareko is the youngest player on this list but has shown that he has all the makings to be a future No.7 in the NRL.
Recently inking a three-year contract with the club until the end of 2028, the Central Coast product took the Under-17s Harold Matthews Cup competition by storm with his attacking intelligence, quick footwork, elite speed, and ability to find gaps in the opposition's defensive line.
"It's unreal playing for the Roosters, and when you're out on the field, you have to pinch yourself that I'm here," Mareko told Zero Tackle recently.
"We're really tight and we do everything together. It's just good playing with your brothers.
"I'll go back and work on my game in the off-season, then start again in pre-season for SG Ball."
