Demons searching for more ahead of Lions showdown
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin has warned that the high-flying Demons can play much better ahead of their MCG showdown with the Brisbane Lions.
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Hoare makes eagerly-awaited return in 1500m
The middle-distance events at this weekend's Australian athletics championships in Adelaide are stacked with talent.
Stosur mulls captain’s pick for Brisbane Cup qualifier
Daria Saville, Storm Hunter and Arina Rodionova all give new Australian Billie Jean King Cup captain Sam Stosur inspired options to face Mexico in Brisbane.
Be patient with teen fullback Chevy Stewart: Raiders
Canberra are set to debut 18-year-old fullback Chevy Stewart against the Gold Coast, but their players want fans to manage their expectations.
Nawaqanitawase cops NSW Waratahs selection axe
The NSW Waratahs have dropped Wallabies winger Mark Nawaqanitawase for their Friday night Super Rugby Pacific clash against the Crusaders.
Port’s Finlayson suspended for homophobic slur
Port Adelaide forward Jeremy Finlayson will sit out three games after being suspended for making a homophobic remark in an AFL clash against Essendon.
Prather among Bullets’ signings for post-Sobey era
Brisbane Bullets coach Justin Schueller has locked in the majority of his roster for the 2024/25 NBL season as he seeks to take the club back to the finals.
Playing on instinct: Cadman revels in Giants strides
A former No.1 draft, 20-year-old Greater Western Sydney forward Aaron Cadman has revealed the secret behind his strong start to the AFL season.
Munster ‘pretty good chance’ to face Broncos
Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy is hopeful Cameron Munster will put a frustrating injury saga behind him to line up against Brisbane on Thursday night.
Bellamy hits back at ‘underdone’ NAS poaching talk
Dismissing fears of a poaching raid on his contracted prop, Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy has refused to put a timeline on Nelson Asofa-Solomona's NRL return.
Papali’i reassures Raiders youngsters over capitulation
Canberra veteran Josh Papali'i admits his side has to get their error rate down to beat Parramatta on Sunday and put their NRL campaign back on track.
Wallaby Foketi set for Waratahs start after neck injury
The NSW Waratahs have named Wallabies centre Lalakai Foketi to start against the ACT Brumbies as he continues his return from a neck injury.
Brown welcomes Parra’s pursuit of Dragons ace Lomax
Parramatta's Dylan Brown says the addition of Dragons ace Zac Lomax would boost the Eels, who are leading the race for his signature.
DCE’s ‘impostor syndrome’ on eve of Manly milestone
Daly Cherry-Evans has paid tribute to Cliff Lyons as he prepares to pass the legendary five-eighth and become Manly's most-capped player.
Kangaroos ready to do the hard stuff against Lions
North Melbourne hope to cause Brisbane some more headaches but will have to show they can match the Lions at the contest.
Leapai Jnr’s narrow escape in pro fight debut victory
Alex Leapai Jnr has won on his professional boxing debut, edging brave New Zealander Joe Ageli in a tight four-round slugfest in Adelaide.
Walters sailing into Storm, no rush on Walsh
Happy with the output of replacement Tristan Sailor, coach Kevin Walters isn't sweating on an early return for injured Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh.
Marcelo rallies WSW for crucial ALM clash with Roar
Western Sydney have the upper hand in the battle for an ALM finals spot and captain Marcelo has urged his side to grasp their opportunity.
Dragons won’t look at swap deal for Lomax: Flanagan
Zac Lomax will stay St George Illawarra until the end of the year after Shane Flanagan refuted earlier suggestions of a player swap for the disgruntled winger.
‘Hate to be in his shoes’: Olyroos coach on Irankunda
Tony Vidmar says he's looking after Nestory Irankunda's long-term wellbeing after leaving the teen out of the Olyroos squad.
Kerr ‘in high spirits’ as Matildas prepare for Mexico
Mackenzie Arnold says the Matildas are using a week-long camp in Florida to refine their game plan heading into the Paris Olympics.
Eels’ Brown won’t model halfback approach on Moses
Dylan Brown says he won't seek to copy Mitchell Moses's style of play as he adjusts to the responsibility of being Parramatta's senior half.
‘Like talking to your dad’: Ciraldo denies Gould rift
Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo has refuted claims veteran football manager Phil Gould is beginning to muscle him out of team selection decisions.
Knights in no rush to settle on halves pairing
Adam O'Brien will take his time settling on Newcastle's best halves pairing with Jackson Hastings back playing NRL and Tyson Gamble in NSW Cup this weekend.
Tigers’ Klemmer apologises for outburst at Gutherson
David Klemmer says there was no malice in his exuberant celebrations following the Tigers' win over Parramatta.
Chip on Giddey’s shoulder helps rediscover NBA ‘mojo’
Josh Giddey was a standout for an undermanned Oklahoma City as they pushed NBA title favourites Boston, the Aussie notching a team-high 17 points in the loss.
Kangaroos bracing for Lion-hearted ferocity: Simpkin
North Melbourne co-captain Jy Simpkin is forecasting a fierce battle against a Brisbane outfit ruffled by reports of a rift in their playing group.
Manly search for ‘trick play’ to rattle Panthers
Manly are ready to get creative as they look to rattle all-conquering Penrith when the sides meet this weekend.
Firebirds ready for 11th player to take flight
The Queensland Firebirds have signed Ali Miller on as their 11th player, following a change in the Super League's squad rules for 2024.
Hardwick swings the axe in big Gold Coast Suns shake-up
The Gold Coast Suns have dropped six players ahead of Sunday's AFL clash with Greater Western Sydney, in a big statement from coach Damien Hardwick.
Storm roar home to deny Broncos in Melbourne thriller
Melbourne have scored two late tries to deny Brisbane, with the home side continuing their domination over the Broncos at AAMI Park with a 34-32 NRL victory.