Hawks tread carefully with son of a gun’s future
Cooper Hodge, the son of Hawthorn great Luke Hodge, is eligible to join the Hawks or Brisbane through next year's AFL national draft.
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Dearden a big-stage star, but won’t chase No.7 Test job
Tom Dearden had a career-best night in Queensland's State of Origin decider win, but says it shouldn't catapult him into contention for Australia's No.7 jersey.
Wallaroos include another teen in World Cup build-up
Another teenager in 17-year-old Waiaria Ellis will make her Wallaroos rugby debut in a daunting Test match against New Zealand, who Australia have never beaten.
‘We’ve fought back’: why things are different for Suns
Ben King expects Gold Coast to show they belong when they play the AFL's top three sides over the next three weeks, beginning with flag favourites Collingwood.
‘Big Papa’ answers Slater’s SOS with calm Origin outing
From sleeping on a hospital chair to lifting the State of Origin shield on enemy territory, Queensland's Josh Papali'i has had a busy couple of weeks.
I should ‘most definitely’ stay as NSW coach: Daley
Laurie Daley insists he is the right man to coach NSW in 2026 after his comeback State of Origin series ended in capitulation.
‘Easy decision’ for emotional Munster to play Origin
Queensland coach Billy Slater says Cameron Munster would have made his late father proud, after inspiring the Maroons to a State of Origin series victory.
Slater’s efforts rated among State of Origin’s greatest
Billy Slater has gone from having his job questioned to a man in charge of one of Queensland's great State of Origin successes.
Cleary admits he’s yet to own Origin after NSW loss
Nathan Cleary says those criticising his State of Origin track record aren't telling him anything he's not already thinking after the Blues' shock series loss.
Woodbridge: ‘Devastated’ Demon can learn from Djokovic
Alex de Minaur believes his serve let him down at Wimbledon but Australian tennis greats are backing him to bounce back.
Emotions bubble up for Captain Courageous Munster
Grief stricken Cameron Munster and his coach Billy Slater embraced and shed tears after Queensland's stunning 24-12 win in the State of Origin decider.
Bold call vindicated as Dearden man of Origin series
Queensland halfback Tom Dearden has been awarded the Wally Lewis Medal after inspiring the Maroons to an unlikely win in the State of Origin decider.
Déjà Blu: Daley’s new era begins with same old story
Laurie Daley's comeback State of Origin series has played out similarly to the 2017 series that proved the end of his first stint as NSW coach.
Injury-hit Lions battle to win over weakened Brumbies
Joe Schmidt will take plenty of positives after a Brumbies side missing key players put up a good fight but ultimately fell 36-24 to the star-studded Lions.
Maroons rise for Munster with magic and muscle
After the tragic loss of Cameron Munster's father, the Queensland side delivered for their captain with a 24-12 win for the ages in the State of Origin decider.
Queensland stun NSW to reign in State of Origin arena
Queensland have beaten NSW 24-12 in Sydney to win back the State of Origin shield and complete one of the Maroons' most unlikely series comebacks.
‘So special’: NBL star back after one-punch attack
Harry Froling was left fighting for life in hospital after a one-punch attack but will make his return to elite basketball less than three years later.
Don’t look at the ladder – Swans dig in for finals bid
Star Sydney midfielder Errol Gulden says his team will probably need to win their remaining seven games if they are to make the AFL finals.
Roar boss hails ‘turning point’ as club settles dispute
An outstanding seven-figure debt settled, Brisbane Roar boss Kaz Patafta is now eyeing on-field gains at the embattled A-League club.
Kerr unsure of Dolphins future despite Origin call-up
Dolphins prop Josh Kerr opens up on his contract limbo status, despite being in the Queensland squad for the State of Origin decider.
Lolesio’s substitute can shine: Wallabies great Giteau
While disappointed injured Noah Lolesio will miss facing the Lions, Test great Matt Giteau says another Wallabies playmaker is ready to take his opportunity.
Goal-sneak back for high-flying Pies’ interstate test
A fit and healthy Lachie Schultz will return for Collingwood's interstate assignment against a Suns outfit embracing the bright Friday lights.
Harris ready to fire in Dees’ Tayla-made AFLW flag bid
Tayla Harris has recovered from the latest in a series of shoulder injuries and is set to feature when Melbourne kick off their AFLW season next month.
‘We call him Xavier Haas’: Broncos beast shows fangs
When Brisbane lost Thomas Flegler to the Dolphins, they needed a forward to step into the breach and Xavier Willison is proving to be that man.
‘Faceless, lack of courage’: coaches on Voss threats
Michael Voss is preferring to focus on football's brighter side after the Carlton mentor copped death threats his Lions opposite admits come with the territory.
We have more work to do: Matildas get wake-up call
The Matildas were lucky to escape with a 3-2 win over world No.56 Panama on Tuesday night, and coach Joe Montemurro knows he has plenty of work ahead of him.
Champ through at Wimbledon but mystery over Sinner scan
Carlos Alcaraz and Taylor Fritz have both won their fourth round matches but much of the attention at Wimbledon was on the fitness of world No.1 Jannik Sinner.
‘I get tingles’: NSW halves on cusp of cementing legacy
NSW halves Jarome Luai and Nathan Cleary have the chance to cement their State of Origin legacy by winning a decider together for the first time.
‘People were worried’: How Joe Schmidt saved Lions tour
The ACT Brumbies and a resurgent Wallabies side pose a serious threat to the British and Irish Lions as they enter the pointy end of their Australian tour.
Heyman, Grant to the rescue as Matildas beat Panama
Veteran striker Michelle Heyman has scored a double before defender Charli Grant popped up for the winner in the Matildas' 3-2 win over Panama.
‘Definitely missed him’ – Hawks adjusting without star
Hawthorn player Conor Nash says while losing teammate Josh Weddle is a blow, they're regaining key players at the right time as they head to the finals.