Richmond great Cotchin in dark spot before flag feats
Richmond great Trent Cotchin says he was on the verge of quitting the AFL before going on to win three flags in four years with the Tigers.
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Oliver didn’t want to leave Dees, ready to knuckle down
Melbourne were never tempted to trade Clayton Oliver, coach Simon Goodwin says, and the midfielder insists he did not want to leave.
AFLW superstar Erin Phillips ends storied sport career
The most-decorated player in the AFLW, Erin Phillips has announced her retirement after a stellar career with the Crows and Port Adelaide.
Three key players to miss Matildas-Taiwan game
Injured winger Cortnee Vine is out of the Matildas' Olympic qualifier against Taiwan while Ellie Carpenter and Emily van Egmond have returned to their clubs.
Roosters’ tough contract calls with November arriving
Jarome Luai's contract status is the talk of the NRL off-season, but the Sydney Roosters are poised for the biggest headache to keep all their superstars.
NRL’s Souths retain Arrow, Croker staying at Manly
South Sydney have moved to re-sign Jai Arrow and Manly have retained Lachlan Croker only one day before the player market opens on November 1.
Carlton recruit avoids cocaine possession conviction
Carlton AFL club recruit Elijah Hollands said he made a mistake and is "extremely remorseful" after appearing in a Gold Coast court for possessing cocaine.
Australian shooters target Olympic Games berths
Australian shooters hope to claim the majority of 14 quota spots for next year's Paris Olympics in coming days at the Oceania Championships.
Former footy club president denies knowing about abuse
Peter Gordon has claimed he was never told a former Footscray Football Club volunteer abused a 12-year-old boy at the club's oval.
Australia won’t bid for 2034 FIFA World Cup
The men's soccer World Cup in 2034 is poised to be hosted by Saudi Arabia after Football Australia officially confirmed it won't bid for the tournament.
Golfer Michael Hendry inspires in leukaemia comeback
Michael Hendry will play the Queensland PGA at Nudgee Golf Club after an extraordinary fightback from a leukaemia diagnosis in April.
Holmes retains wing spot for Kangaroos in Cup final
Australia coach Mal Meninga has stuck with Valentine Holmes on the wing in preference to Selwyn Cobbo for the Pacific Cup final against New Zealand.
Jewell century lifts Tigers to Marsh Cup win over Bulls
Caleb Jewell's 137 set up a 28-run Marsh Cup win for Tasmania over Queensland despite Bulls opener Ben McDermott's 143 against his former team.
FIFA confirm Saudis sole bidder to host 2034 World Cup
Saudi Arabia has been confirmed by soccer governing body FIFA as the only bidder for the 2034 World Cup after Australia pulled out.
NRL stars’ arrest a parody of proper policing: lawyer
NRL duo Latrell Mitchell and Jack Wighton are fighting charges in a three-day court hearing, with alleged heavy-handed policing the theme of their defence.
Suns veteran Casboult to play on for 14th AFL season
Veteran Gold Coast forward Levi Casboult has earned another contract extension and will play under new Suns coach Damien Hardwick in 2024.
Jockey great Oliver ready for Melbourne Cup finale
Damien Oliver is hoping a final fling aboard European import Alenquer will help him secure a fourth Melbourne Cup victory before his retirement.
CA eye-off third umpire for all WBBL games next season
Big Bash officials are looking to have a third-umpire available for all WBBL games, after the gap in technology between TV and streamed games was highlighted.
Magpies AFLW star Schleicher out for season with injury
Collingwood star Ruby Schleicher's AFLW season has been cut short to just two games after scans revealed a significant knee injury for the dual All-Australian.
Kiwis can upset Kangaroos in Hamilton: Freeman
Former New Zealand captain Gary Freeman believe the Kiwis can make history and win the inaugural Pacific Cup final against Australia on home soil.
Sam Kerr says backflipping days could be over
Matildas captain Sam Kerr has thrived in her Perth homecoming, scoring four goals across Olympic qualifying wins against Iran and the Philippines.
Oliver, Smith put on notice as Demons defend culture
Clayton Oliver's long-term future at Melbourne remains on shaky ground following a tough year on and off the field for the star midfielder.
WBBL umpiring, technology in spotlight in Hobart win
Hobart Hurricanes opener Lizelle Lee has been given a life before hitting 91 in her side's 24-run WBBL win over the Sydney Thunder.
Jones walking is ‘sensible outcome’, says RA boss Waugh
Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh says the departure of Wallabies coach Eddie Jones is the sensible outcome after the side's disastrous World Cup campaign.
Goulding fires Melbourne to sixth straight NBL win
Melbourne United captain Chris Goulding has led the NBL ladder leaders to a sixth straight win in a fighting performance against the Illawarra Hawks.
Bizarre run out helps Adelaide end Heat’s WBBL start
Amanda-Jade Wellington has effected a bizarre run out to help Adelaide beat Brisbane in the WBBL, after the Melbourne Stars also defeated Perth.
Tassie pull off record Shield chase to beat Queensland
Tasmania have chased down 432 against Queensland for the biggest successful run chase in their Sheffield Shield history in a thrilling finish in Hobart.
Bullets ride luck on sweet NBL Sunday against Tasmania
Jordon Crawford's long-range attempt to send Tasmania's NBL thriller to overtime rimmed out as Brisbane, led by Nathan Sobey, hung on for a 90-87 win.
Hawks’ Bates, Bodey shut down Power in AFLW
A super performance in midfield by Emily Bates and four goals by Greta Bodey has steered Hawthorn to an eight-point AFLW win over Port Adelaide.
Aussie Stubbs headed to Augusta after amateur title win
Aussie Jasper Stubbs has come from six shots back to win the Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship on the second play-off hole to earn a Masters and Open start.
Eddie Jones quits as Wallabies coach
Eddie Jones has quit as Wallabies coach after a disastrous return that included Australia failing to make the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time.