Tough year makes Magpie’s resurgence sweeter
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.
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The country, scrunchie defining Sharks winger’s season
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.
‘Weighed on me’: Constant noise pushed Brigginshaw out
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.
Welsh woes: Socceroos’ cup double sinks Postecoglou
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.
Hit between the eyes: Star Lion cops hard truths
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.
Familiar foes: the true parallels between Dogs, Penrith
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.
Dropped Penrith hero says Cleary was right to axe him
Paul Alamoti says his form for Penrith this year warranted being sent to reserve grade by coach Ivan Cleary.
Why Bulldogs flyer couldn’t watch Penrith’s NRL dynasty
Penrith's historic NRL dynasty has been must-watch rugby league, but not for Canterbury centre Bronson Xerri.
Mariner wings it towards Broncos prelim as Cobbo looms
Brisbane winger Deine Mariner once relied on pure talent but, after being dropped, hard work has him on track for an NRL preliminary final.
Walters set for ACL surgery, be back ‘bigger, stronger’
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.
Magpies make brutal call on star for preliminary final
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.
Demons keen to trade May, Windhager stays a Saint
Melbourne are keen to trade Steven May, Adelaide veteran Brodie Smith has retired, while tagger Marcus Windhager has re-signed with St Kilda.
No taunting from Brailey if Sharks repeat famous win
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.
Cats coach Scott regrets run-in with female AFL staffer
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.
Magpies coach McRae sees upside in last Brisbane loss
Coach Craig McRae says there's plenty of positives for Collingwood to take from their last clash with Brisbane, apart from the disappointing scoreline.
‘I’d be sent off every week’: confusion over pest rule
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.
Wallabies star’s epic voyage for Bledisloe Cup glory
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.
Hawks too reliant on Newcombe? Scott doesn’t think so
Jai Newcombe is in supreme form but Geelong coach Chris Scott believes Hawthorn have far more weapons than just their midfield bull.
Roosters slap Radley with 10-game ban amid drug scandal
The NRL's Sydney Roosters have imposed a 10-game ban on superstar forward Victor Radley over his involvement in an alleged drug scandal.
‘On his own path’: Tszyu brothers’ fork in the road
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.
Farnworth wins Dolphins gong, extension on track
Dolphins star Herbie Farnworth has won the player-of-the-year award as the club steps up moves to keep the England international long-term.
Gout Gout bows out – but promises to return even faster
Teenaged sensation Gout Gout's debut world championships campaign has ended in the 200m semi-finals in Tokyo.
One-eyed Paro rallies to win on welterweight debut
A battered and bruised Liam Paro has won a Brisbane slugfest in his welterweight debut to edge closer to a second boxing world title.
RLPA’s key concern with Radley ban, England make a call
England's coach has backed Victor Radley for Ashes selection as the RLPA examines the unprecedented sanctions handed down to the Sydney Roosters forward.
‘November Pain’ has Broncos guns coming up roses
Tough sessions in November pre-season are behind Brisbane's late-season surge to the NRL preliminary final.
Magpies’ unsung hero ready for Lions’ tackling machine
After a week off, Collingwood's Ned Long is ready for the challenge of record-breaking Brisbane midfielder Josh Dunkley in the preliminary final.
Aussie coach downcast as Hull’s SL play-off hopes end
Coach John Cartwright was left disappointed after Hull saw their Super League play-off hopes end with a 26-22 defeat to Catalans at the MKM Stadium.
Unwanted Panther Laurie lifts lid on NRL future
Daine Laurie is without a club for 2026, but the fullback wants to make one thing clear about the player he has become as he hits the NRL's open market.
Paro’s black-and-blue lure as title hunt ramps up
Liam Paro hopes his would-be world title rivals smelt the blood spilt on the Pat Rafter Arena canvas after he prevailed in a bruising welterweight debut.
Sweat behind the swagger: what ignited Lion Logan’s run
Logan Morris epitomises the confidence and effectiveness of the Lions' young brigade that's lifted the injury-hit premiers within two wins of another flag.
Lions star pushing for potential grand-final return
Lachie Neale is ahead of schedule from injury with Brisbane coach Chris Fagan acknowledging he could have a big decision to make on his star midfielder.