Time for stability: Force back in coach Cron for 2027
The Western Force's finals drought has already hit 20 years, but the club is confident coach Simon Cron has put the foundations in place to finally end the rut.
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Latrell Mitchell named to return just in time for NSW
Latrell Mitchell has been named to return from injury at Magic Round, where North Queensland and St George Illawarra will roll out new halves combinations.
Gawn fears for Cripps after Voss exits Carlton
Melbourne captain Max Gawn admits he is worried for Carlton skipper Patrick Cripps following Michael Voss quitting as Blues coach.
Grand final memories fade, Fagan’s Lions ready for Cats
Hopeful for some big inclusions, the Lions aren't clinging onto memories of their dominant grand final defeat of Geelong ahead of their Gabba AFL rematch.
Gout Gout to double up at World U20s in Oregon
Australia will send a record squad of 75 to August's U20 world athletics championships in the US.
Geelong ace lifts lid on memorable celebration
Geelong flyer Shaun Mannagh has revealed why he decided to bring out Brisbane legend Jason Akermanis's famous celebration against Collingwood.
Kyle Flanagan named for first game since father’s axing
NRL strugglers St George Illawarra have recalled Kyle Flanagan for the Magic Round clash against Penrith after an injury to rookie halfback Kade Reed.
Giant’s special advice to off-contract skipper Greene
Off-contract GWS captain Toby Greene leaving Sydney to return home to Victoria? Not a chance, says Giants defender Connor Idun - it's too cold.
‘Terrible conversation’: Cam Smith’s chat with coach
After six successive missed cuts in majors, Cam Smith has explained the tough call to part with long-time coach Grant Field ahead of the PGA Championship.
‘Hodgey was right’: one-year contract wonder eyes 250th
Ryan Lester was dropped 17 times in his first 13 seasons and has signed eight one-year deals, but is now an elite Lion surging towards his 250th AFL game .
Warriors’ Metcalf on open market, Tiger pens new deal
Warriors halfback Luke Metcalf looks set to become a free agent, but Wests Tigers winger Sunia Turuva has rejected the chance to go to the open market.
Off-contract Parramatta prop addresses NRL future
Junior Paulo doesn't have a deal for next year, but the NRL prop knows where his future lies.
Veteran Ben Hunt reveals immediate NRL future
Brisbane's Ben Hunt is close to finalising a contract extension that could see him join Cameron Smith in the exclusive 400-game NRL club.
Val Holmes shakes off shoulder issue ahead of Origin
A favourite of Queensland coach Billy Slater, Val Holmes has shaken off a shoulder injury in time to remain an option for the State of Origin series opener.
Brutal world of AFL senior coaching claims Voss again
Michael Voss appeared to have so much going for him when he took over as Carlton senior coach, but in the end too much went wrong.
Carlton list manager quits hours after Voss news breaks
Carlton's list manager Nick Austin has followed coach Michael Voss through the exit door at Carlton.
Calf muscle injury sidelines star Saint for three games
While a key St Kilda player is out of action for the next three weeks, another might recover in time for Sunday's game against Richmond.
Aussie sprint ace quits Giro due to crash injuries
Australian sprinter Kaden Groves has followed Jay Vine out of the Giro d'Italia, forced to quit on the fourth stage as a result of injuries incurred last week.
‘Plan B all-out’: Voss unsure what is next post-Blues
Michael Voss hopes by resigning as Carlton coach the team will be able to find their way after a horror start to the season.
‘Pecking order’s clear’: Aussie Cup selection explained
Lucy Hamilton has been favoured ahead of quick Darcie Brown, while fit-again captain Sophie Molineux will create a selection squeeze at the T20 World Cup.
Key Broncos need form bounce to crack Maroons side
Brisbane trio Reece Walsh, Ezra Mam and Ben Hunt are all in contention for Queensland's State of Origin side ahead of the team being named. .
New identity: Manly turn back clock on defence
Manly have become the most miserly defensive team in the NRL under Kieran Foran, with the Sea Eagles eying off their best defensive run in 18 years.
‘Not harmless’: Australia’s fresh peptide warning
Sports Integrity Australia is issuing new warning about the use of peptides ahead of James Magnussen and others competing at the Enhanced Games.
Great Scott craves more in 99th straight golf major
Adam Scott is closing in on 100 consecutive major golf appearances but Australia's former world No.1 is more interested in contending at the PGA Championship.
Roosters veteran ready for Origin after knee ‘scare’
Sydney Roosters forward Angus Crichton has reassured NSW he would be fit and firing for the State of Origin series opener after a recent knee injury.
‘Not surprised’: Kiss on Chiefs’ latest rugby target
Reds coach Les Kiss, who will take over the Wallabies later this year, is bracing for an ongoing NRL recruitment battle after a young star's link to the Chiefs.
Cleary plots next coaching goal after Penrith exit plan
Four-time premiership-winning coach Ivan Cleary has lifted the lid on his decision to walk away from Penrith at the end of the 2027 NRL season.
Socceroos great Cahill in line to net top FA role
Tim Cahill could be in line for a surprise return to Australian football, with the Socceroos great a target to fill a newly created Football Australia vacancy.
Upton’s leadership key for Maroons to turn tables
Queensland will aim to improve their discipline in game two of the Women's State of Origin series as skipper Tamika Upton's leadership is hailed as crucial.
Lions told to bring A-game for grand-final rematch
Brisbane and Geelong are hitting their straps heading to the mid-point of the AFL season and their grand final rematch is set to be a cracker.
Reds roll changes for trip west, Force dealt big blows
A quartet of rested Reds and Wallabies stars, including captain Fraser McReight, won't head west to face the Force, but there's a big addition in the forwards.