Sydney Sirens rebrand gets thumbs up from rival skipper
A trademark battle is brewing over the rebadging of a Super Netball club to a moniker long used by an ice hockey team in the same market.
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Schwab thinks Neale can avoid AFL grand final ban club
Former Hawthorn player and coach Peter Schwab, who missed a grand final through suspension, thinks Lachie Neale can avoid the same fate.
AFL’s smallest player sets sights on biggest stage
Fremantle forward Isaiah Dudley is ready to grab another opportunity with both hands in the AFL grand final, following his unorthodox rise to league ranks.
Woolf in the door: Dolphins set to extend coach
Coach Kristian Woolf is on the cusp of a new deal at the Dolphins after giving the club post-Wayne Bennett stability and getting the best out of players.
Confidence missing: Murphy Reid told to watch himself
Fremantle star Murphy Reid has been urged to sit in front of a screen and watch highlights of himself in order to regain his mojo.
Wallabies blow as luckless star sent in for surgery
Western Force star Nick Champion de Crespigny has been rushed into the Wallabies squad after Charlie Cale suffered a year-ending shoulder injury at training.
‘Not in a final’: Lions bank on defence for three-peat
Ryan Lester, fresh off a fifth-straight one-year contract extension, doesn't expect another goal-fest in the Lions' AFL grand final against the Dockers.
Grudge match: Roosters prop ready for more fire
Sydney Roosters prop Naufahu Whyte has made it clear he won't back away from another fight with the Dolphins, after being sin-binned against them in 2025.
‘Remorseful’ Klau in Diamonds’ Constellation Cup squad
Diamonds vice-captain Kate Moloney has backed Sarah Klau to repay the faith after the goalkeeper retained her spot in Australia's Constellation Cup squad.
‘Cheese and bikkies’: Raiders leader inspiring team
Canberra are one game away from making a first NRLW grand final and despite not having one of their captains available, she's still helping the team.
Sky Blues teen lands ‘record-breaking’ MLS transfer
Akol Akon is the latest Australian teenager to land a multi-million dollar transfer, joining MLS outfit Colorado Rapids after a breakout season with Sydney FC.
Mother of all derbies lights fire in Broncos powerhouse
Brisbane prop Shannon Mato will play her former club Gold Coast in the preliminary final as a new mum determined to do her son Charnze-Pati proud.
‘He’s a rat’: why Gallen’s back to fight big Nelson
At 45, NRL great-turned-boxer Paul Gallen is returning to the ring after answering an SOS call from promoters to fight the 'Big Nasty' Nelson Asofa-Solomona.
Knights wrecking ball has Nathan Cleary in his sights
Francis Manuleleua is keen to test Nathan Cleary's dodgy foot as Newcastle aim to gun down Penrith in the NRL preliminary final.
Gallop takes surprise positional switch in stride
Versatile Lion Ty Gallop is preparing for his second AFL grand final, playing a completely different position, in just his 27th game.
‘Eat your greens’: how Dolphins won over King Kuli
Kulikefu Finefeuiaki has transformed his career on and off the field and it started with coach Kristian Woolf urging him to polish off the salad on his plate.
Dockers might still have Wharfie Time at final – Dillon
Fremantle's 'Wharfie Time' crowd and player motivator might still be permitted at their AFL grand final clash with Brisbane, AFL boss Andrew Dillon says.
Brisbane star Neale still banned for AFL grand final
Brisbane gun Lachie Neale's AFL grand final ban still stands after a dramatic night at the tribunal.
Brazil friendlies a ‘reality check’ for new Socceroos
With seven potential debutants in the squad, veteran Milos Degenek is backing the new Socceroos generation to prove their mettle against Brazil.
Banned Swan falls well short in Brownlow Medal vote
The AFL avoided the unwanted scenario of one of Sydney's suspended stars winning the Brownlow Medal with Isaac Heeney finishing outside the count's top five.
No Nicking this one: Daicos claims first Brownlow
Collingwood superstar Nick Daicos has won his first Brownlow Medal with a record 47 votes.
‘Confusing call’ mars Johnson magic as Tasmania win
Tasmania have shrugged off a slow start to win their opening game of the NBL season over South East Melbourne after a late call benefited them.
Klein faces axe as NRL admit crucial refereeing error
The NRL has admitted the Warriors should have had the chance to level the scores at 12-12 late in the dying stages of their semi-final loss to Newcastle.
Sam Walker trains, firms for miracle Roosters comeback
Playmaker Sam Walker looks set to feature in the Sydney Roosters' preliminary final after completing his first training session since undergoing ankle surgery.
Why Panther will run one-and-half marathons after GF
Liam Henry will embark on a 65km run, hopefully after securing another NRL championship, to honour his father-in-law.
‘Building a monster’: Future bright for Dockers
Whether Fremantle break through for a maiden premiership or not, former Dockers star Hayden Ballantyne is tipping a bright future for the once-overlooked club.
The special letter that continues to inspire Fremantle
Dockers forward Michael Frederick doesn't always light up the stat sheet but is primed to light up the grand-final stage as he attempts to become an immortal.
Why Ashcroft ‘narrative’ sells Lions brothers short
Levi Ashcroft, hunting a fifth-straight flag of his own, has explained how brother Will thrives on the biggest stage as he hunts some AFL history of his own.
Gabbatoir to live on with famous deck to be relocated
The famous Gabba wicket is set to be relocated to the 2032 main stadium after the Games in a bold plan to continue the juicy deck's dominance over rivals.
Superstar Nawaqanitawase makes huge career call
Code-hopping superstar Mark Nawaqanitawase has made a stunning call on his future as he looks to leave the NRL and Sydney Roosters with a grand final bang.
Australia eye South Africa after Zimbabwe clean sweep
Australia have edged Zimbabwe to claim a 3-0 series clean sweep, with century-maker Josh Inglis keen to use the tour of South Africa as a World Cup trial run.