The luckless Shark who wouldn’t take no for an answer
Jesse Colquhoun has overcome three career-threatening injuries and rejection as a junior to become a go-to starter in Cronulla's forward pack.
Jesse Colquhoun has overcome three career-threatening injuries and rejection as a junior to become a go-to starter in Cronulla's forward pack.
Former Lions champion and Brownlow Medallist Jason Akermanis reckons those critical of Charlie Cameron's barren season in front of goal are missing the point.
Brisbane's mature-age rookie Ben Talty signed his two-year extension as soon as he laid eyes on it after making the most of his NRL opportunity.
New-look Tasmania and Melbourne line-ups will renew their clubs' tense rivalry in what is tipped to be a physical affair in the NBL season opener.
Five years after he was dropped during the finals, one of Geelong's top midfielders says the setback continues to drive him.
Sprint sensation Gout Gout has lived up to the hype by qualifying for the 200m semi-finals at the world championships.
Sprint sensation Gout Gout has lived up to the hype by qualifying for the 200m semi-finals at the world championships.
Australian Maya Joint has reached another WTA tournament quarter-final by defeating former Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin in the Korea Open.
A day after a report recommended a divisive AFL stadium not go ahead, the project's developer has fired back with a warning over already rising costs.
Billy Burns was staring down the possibility of taking a full-time job in the mines or as a tradie not so long ago but now he's preparing for an NRL semi-final.
Canterbury have made a habit of ending dynasties through their 90-year history so is Penrith's NRL dominance to end in the semi-final at Accor Stadium?
Forward Lachie Schultz believes his testing first year at Collingwood was an outlier as he plays a key role in the Magpies' bid for an AFL premiership.
Speedster Cassie Staples is already looking past the conclusion of the NRLW season with the possibility of a maiden World Cup berth on the cards.
The NRLW's most recognisable player says constant pressure to make a call on her playing future was the major factor in the decision to announce her retirement.
Socceroos defender Cam Burgess has scored an added-time winner, after earlier also netting, to knock Ange Postecoglou's Nottingham Forest out of the League Cup.
All-Australian newcomer Zac Bailey is in career-best form and the star Lions attacker looms as a key in Saturday's preliminary final against Collingwood.
The similarities between Penrith and Canterbury go well beyond Phil Gould rebuilds, with players explaining how and why Sunday will be such a unique NRL final.
Paul Alamoti says his form for Penrith this year warranted being sent to reserve grade by coach Ivan Cleary.
Penrith's historic NRL dynasty has been must-watch rugby league, but not for Canterbury centre Bronson Xerri.
Brisbane winger Deine Mariner once relied on pure talent but, after being dropped, hard work has him on track for an NRL preliminary final.
Brisbane star Billy Walters will have surgery on his injured knee but his uncle and Broncos great Kerrod Walters insists his best footy is still ahead of him.
Bobby Hill has run out of time to force his way into Collingwood's line-up for their preliminary final against Brisbane, but could still feature this season.
Melbourne are keen to trade Steven May, Adelaide veteran Brodie Smith has retired, while tagger Marcus Windhager has re-signed with St Kilda.
Blayke Brailey has fond memories of watching Cronulla beat Canberra to ignite their 2016 premiership charge and is hoping to inspire another victory this week.
In a 36-minute press conference, Geelong coach Chris Scott has expressed his regret for a run-in with an AFL employee, and addressed star Bailey Smith's antics.
Coach Craig McRae says there's plenty of positives for Collingwood to take from their last clash with Brisbane, apart from the disappointing scoreline.
Hudson Young's sin-binning for celebrating in Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh's face has left Canberra confused about the NRL's rules against stirring players up.
James O'Connor will fly around the world in less than a week, with the flyhalf preferred ahead of Ben Donaldson for the Wallabies' Bledisloe Cup squad.
Jai Newcombe is in supreme form but Geelong coach Chris Scott believes Hawthorn have far more weapons than just their midfield bull.
The NRL's Sydney Roosters have imposed a 10-game ban on superstar forward Victor Radley over his involvement in an alleged drug scandal.
Nikita Tszyu isn't sure how brother Tim's decision to axe the coach and manager they share will impact their relationship, insisting he won't do the same.