Cleary’s Dally M drought ‘baffling’ to Panthers star
Luke Garner can't quite understand how Ivan Cleary was not named Dally M Coach of the Year in any of Penrith's four consecutive premiership seasons.
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Fagan’s journey from gravel-ground gory to MCG glory
Chris Fagan has gone from a gravel ground in a small Tasmanian town to MCG glory and an unprecedented AFL coaching feat.
‘That next guy’: Cats forward out to build on legacy
Ablett, Mooney, Hawkins, Cameron ... Neale? Geelong's latest focal point is determined to add his name to the list of legendary key forwards at Kardinia Park.
Perth Bears take NRL to France with dollars and sense
Perth Bears are exploring a key Super League affiliation as they prepare to link with Brisbane Tigers on the back of an annual $1.2 million bonanza.
Career revived, Cat still carries weight into decider
Jack Martin considered retirement when injuries took hold last year and still battles nagging doubts, despite reviving his career with Geelong this season.
Hon a roll: Another Aussie set to join women’s top 100
The resurgence in Australian women's tennis continues with Priscilla Hon the latest set to join the world's top 100 after a victory at the China Open.
Brisbane ready for Cats fans to ‘come at’ feisty Lion
Brisbane firestarter Cam Rayner played the villain last time the Lions faced Geelong and he'll be ready for more attention from Cats fans in the grand final.
Sharks star shrugs off personal barbs in NRL title race
Nicho Hynes no longer cares what anyone thinks of him, but says he will always stand up for the Sharks as they hunt their first NRL premiership since 2016.
‘Riding through hell’: Aussie cyclists take world gold
Jay Vine has upgraded his individual silver to a gold in the mixed team time trial relay as Australia's top cyclists defended their world title in Rwanda.
Knowles hungry for title before move to NRL’s Dolphins
St Helens forward Morgan Knowles is hoping to sign off from the Super League in style before moving to the NRL's Dolphins on a two-year deal.
‘I was ready’: Goodwin reflects on Demons sacking
As he prepares to start a new role at Sydney, Simon Goodwin has used the two months since his sacking as Melbourne coach productively.
Cripps talks up quick rebound from Blues’ tough season
Despite dropping out of the top eight, Carlton captain Patrick Cripps says he feels more confident than this time last year.
Lions back Neale to make right call in race to reach GF
All eyes are on Lachie Neale's bid to make a remarkable grand-final return from injury and his teammates will back him to make the right call.
Roosters must buck NRLW finals trend against Sharks
Only Newcastle out of the last four top-placed teams have gone on to claim an NRLW premiership - the undefeated Sydney Roosters are out to buck the trend.
Uncertainty remains over NBL star’s drugs violation
The NBL future of Adelaide 36ers star Montrezl Harrell remains uncertain as the Australian hierarchy seeks more information about his drugs violation in China.
Cats wrap arms around concussed star amid GF heartbreak
Geelong star Jeremy Cameron has opened up on how the Cats are supporting Tom Stewart and the change he'd like to see to avoid future grand final anguish.
Hawk flag heroes join forces again in Richmond rebuild
Hawthorn premiership teammates Luke Breust and Taylor Duryea will reunite at Richmond under Adem Yze, while Sydney's backroom reshuffle has continued.
AFL football boss open to stats for Brownlow voting
The Brownlow Medal voting has been a hot topic again in the wake of Monday night's count, with the AFL open to letting umpires having access to statistics.
Samurai Panther: Cleary already Penrith’s master shogun
Nathan Cleary has spent parts of 2025 reading up on the samurai, but the halfback has already shown much of their discipline throughout Penrith's dynasty.
Told career was over, Dragon continues long road back
Cody Ramsey will cap a remarkable comeback from battling ulcerative colitis to captain St George Illawarra in the NSW Cup final.
Club legends Brown, Selwood to present premiership cup
Former Brisbane captain and three-time premiership player Jonathan Brown will have the honour of presenting the cup if the Lions defeat Geelong.
Broncos weapon to target Panthers’ weakest link
Penrith leaked four tries down their left defensive edge against Canterbury and Brisbane strike weapon Kotoni Staggs is ready to cash in at Suncorp Stadium.
Katoa wants to give church-going father a dilemma
If Cronulla make the NRL grand final, Sione Katoa's father will have to skip Sunday service to watch his son, who was versed in the church of tough love.
Wallabies suffer injury blow ahead of Bledisloe opener
Andrew Kellaway is the latest Wallabies player to be ruled out with a calf injury, paving the way for Max Jorgensen to make his Bledisloe Cup debut at fullback.
‘Not supposed to be here’: Lion’s next shift mentality
Bruce Reville worked jobs at an abattoir and driving forklifts at Bunnings before getting his AFL opportunity at Brisbane, where he's now a cult hero.
Opals coach without WNBA gig after shock Liberty move
Opals coach Sandy Brondello has been let go by the New York Liberty after the WNBA team opted not to renew the Australian's contract.
Nikora feared leg injury could cruel finals during ban
Briton Nikora missed the end of the regular season through suspension at Cronulla, but it was a serious leg cork that he feared might ruin his finals series.
Storm ‘won’t take a backward step’ in Sharks showdown
Addin Fonua-Blake and Stefano Utoikamanu will lead the charge for their respective packs as the Sharks and Storm resume hostilities in Friday's prelim final.
Melbourne eye NBL rivals with star shooter still out
Chris Goulding will miss a third straight game as Melbourne United seek to blunt South East Melbourne's red-hot scorers in their NBL grudge match.
Tino stays with Australia for Ashes with family support
Tino Fa'asuamaleaui received the crucial support of his father Fereti to stick with representing Australia in the Ashes series that kicks off next month.
Inside the Lions and Cats’ race to five premierships
Geelong and the Brisbane Lions have each won four premierships this century, but the two AFL powerhouses have taken different paths to this year's grand final.