Family matters: the man behind Casey McLean’s NRL rise
Penrith centre Casey McLean says it's thanks to older brother Jesse that he's been able to progress so quickly in his NRL career.
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Less-heralded Swans reaping rewards of focus on Curnow
Star recruit Charlie Curnow has kicked less than 10 per cent of Sydney's goals this season but his teammates love how the big forward helps other players score.
Injured vice-captain buoyed by new-look Dees’ hot start
Jack Viney got a lift from Melbourne's round-one upset of St Kilda and will take an important step in his injury rehabilitation in coming weeks.
‘Let Sua be Sua’: Storm skipper defends young fullback
Harry Grant feels it's unfair to compare exciting Storm fullback Sua Fa'alogo with Brisbane superstar Reece Walsh ahead of the teams' grand-final rematch.
‘Significant challenges’: ex-NRL player’s family speaks
Former NRL star Chris Walker's family has spoken out after he was charged with multiple offences and released on bail following his Gold Coast arrest.
Irish champion calls for International Rules return
Retired Irish star Zach Tuohy insists International Rules would have significant support from players if AFL and GAA officials committed to reviving the series.
‘It’s good’: Starling unfazed by six-again changes
Tom Starling believes controversial changes to set restarts are better for the NRL, while fellow Raider Kaeo Weekes is intent on playing for the NSW Blues.
Blues young gun Smith leaning on valuable lessons
Jagga Smith shadowed Carlton midfield star Sam Walsh during his time out with a knee injury and is reaping the benefits early in his AFL career.
Hunt shines in draw as Victoria and SA look to final
Henry Hunt was man of the match for South Australia in the draw against Victoria, the sides now set to face off next week again in the Sheffield Shield final.
Tigers’ May out until round eight with shoulder injury
Wests Tigers' superb start to the season has been soured by news Taylan May's shoulder injury will keep him out until round eight.
Webster takes four as Tasmania crush Queensland
Queensland's batters continued their poor form to be bundled out for 221 to give a Beau Webster-inspired Tasmania an emphatic win in the Sheffield Shield.
Tuala to replace axed Xerri in Bulldogs backline
Canterbury have officially axed Bronson Xerri for their road trip to Canberra, while new Sydney Rooster Reece Robson has been named to return early from injury.
NSW and WA draw in tense farewell for Shield coaches
NSW and Western Australia have played out an enthralling draw in the final match of the Sheffield Shield's regular season at Cricket Central.
Magpie great Pendlebury avoids ban at AFL Tribunal
Collingwood great Scott Pendlebury has avoided suspension despite being found guilty of rough conduct at the AFL tribunal.
Cotton clinic sends 36ers into NBL grand final
To chants of 'MVP', Bryce Cotton scored 38 points to steer the Adelaide 36ers past South East Melbourne and into their first grand final since 2018.
Kerr brilliance sinks China 2-1 in Asian Cup semi-final
Caitlin Foord and Sam Kerr have scored either side of half-time as the Matildas beat China 2-1 to set up an Asian Cup final against either South Korea or Japan.
Parcell’s 2015 heroics at AAMI Park can inspire Broncos
Brisbane travel to AAMI Park with a dire overall record but one of the great winning defensive plays by former rake Matt Parcell in 2015 is cause for hope.
Why Sam Kerr could barely celebrate win over China
Matildas captain Sam Kerr has already scored four goals for the tournament, and she hopes more will come in Saturday night's Women's Asian Cup final.
‘Ticks all the boxes’: why Irvine should be an Immortal
A rugby league great is urging the sport's officials to reconsider try-scoring legend Ken Irvine's case to become the game's 15th Immortal.
Ex-NRL star has ‘come to Jesus’ moment while in custody
Disgraced former NRL player Curtis Scott and his mother have both been charged following a violent incident outside the Sydney Cricket Ground.
‘False sense of security’: Hawthorn coach warns players
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell is warning his players about any false sense of security of meeting an injury-hit Sydney at the MCG.
We before me: Dogs coach says ball is in Xerri’s court
Cameron Ciraldo says he did not like Bronson Xerri's reaction to being dropped from first grade, and it's on the centre now to get his second response right.
‘Gives me ammo’: Farnworth loves flak from Sharks fans
Dolphins centre Herbie Farnworth has a special affection for Cronulla's home ground and is ready for the sprays he will no doubt receive again.
‘They just surprise you’: how teen can add to Socceroos
Teen Lucas Herrington could be a surprise Socceroos call-up and ex-England sensation Theo Walcott believes national teams can reap the rewards of testing youth.
Campbell in fine company as Fiji-bound Reds rest stars
Jock Campbell will join Chris Latham as a 100-game fullback for the Queensland Reds, who will chase a first win in Fiji without three key players.
‘Take time to get it right’: wrong call annoys McKellar
The Waratahs are annoyed despite Super Rugby's apology for the incorrect no-try decision late in their match against arch-rivals Queensland.
Red-hot Green riding towards rare golfing double
World No.7 Hannah Green has all the momentum ahead of the Australian WPGA Championship's return, after a four-year absence, on the Gold Coast.
Slipper’s cryptic Wallabies call as prop forges on
With a wry smile, James Slipper has left the door open for a Wallabies recall as the veteran Brumbies prop prepares to write Super Rugby history.
Mahoney’s ‘mongrel’ fine but Cowboys need smarts to win
North Queensland hooker Reed Mahoney says more than his trademark mongrel and bravery will be needed for the Cowboys to get their first home win.
‘Go mad’: Plath’s scary early ACL return lifts Dolphins
Dolphins utility Max Plath admits his initial return from an ACL rupture was "scary" as he gets set for Cronulla and a raging-hot battle to stay a starter.
Gunston, Newcombe lift Hawks past Swans
Hawthorn have clawed back from a 20-point deficit to overrun Sydney in a hard-fought victory, with evergreen veteran Jack Gunston kicking four goals.