Charlotte Basham is an emerging back‑row talent for the St George Illawarra Dragons, quickly establishing herself as one of the club’s most promising young forwards. A proud product of the Corrimal Cougars and the Dragons’ junior pathways, she rose through the system on the back of strong showings in the Tarsha Gale Cup, where she helped guide the Illawarra Steelers to a premiership.

Basham made her NRLW debut in the final round of the 2023 season, a milestone achieved just days after turning 18, and she immediately impressed with her toughness, defensive work and maturity well beyond her years. Across the 2024 season she grew into a dependable second‑row option, earning increased minutes and becoming known for her high tackle efficiency and consistent involvement. By 2025, she had cemented herself as a regular contributor in the Dragons’ pack, delivering hard running, relentless defensive effort, and a strong work ethic across nine appearances that season.

Her talent has also been recognised on the representative stage. Basham has featured for the NSW Under‑19s, NSW Country Under‑19s and the Australian Schoolgirls, all while emerging as a leader among her age group.

In 2025, the Dragons moved swiftly to secure her long‑term future, re‑signing her until the end of the 2026 season, a clear sign of the club’s belief in her potential and her importance to the next generation of Red V talent.