Ryles continues reshaping Eels with Williams signing
New Parramatta NRL coach Jason Ryles has landed a significant signing in Cronulla forward Jack Williams, who will join the club from next season.
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Nothing untoward in tackle that injured Cleary: King
Melbourne prop Josh King has addressed the tackle that aggravated Nathan Cleary's shoulder injury as the Storm prepare to face Penrith in the NRL grand final.
Melbourne ready to face off with monster they created
Melbourne's 2020 premiership is one of the club's greatest achievements after a season living out of home, but it also spawned the force that is Penrith.
Veteran Lions AFL assistant to take new Crows role
Murray Davis, who coached Brisbane's potent AFL premiership attack, will head to Adelaide in the newly created coaching director role.
Storm speedster Coates aiming high against Panthers
Having already tasted the Origin and Test arenas, Storm flyer Xavier Coates is excited to add an NRL grand final - and hopefully premiership - to his resume.
Raiders star Josh Papalii charged over late-night event
Canberra Raiders forward Josh Papalii will front an ACT court after allegedly smashing glasses and refusing to leave while on a night out.
Star A-League striker set for trial after rape denial
Central Coast Mariners striker Angel Torres has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges, including that he raped a woman and then deprived her of her liberty.
Swans not focused on Longmire contract after GF loss
John Longmire is under the spotlight after their AFL grand-final loss, but Sydney chief Tom Harley says the Swans are not focused on the coach's contract.
Panthers’ Big Fish ‘smashing everyone’ from early days
James Fisher-Harris is set to play his last game for Penrith in the NRL grand final, but his first impressions at Penrith as a hungry teenager are long lasting.
Galvin in representative frame, Fittler back coaching
Lachlan Galvin in line for first representative jersey as Brad Fittler prepares to make his return to head coaching with the Prime Minister's XIII.
Sergis sacrifice set to pay off in NRLW grand final
Jess Sergis turned down five weeks of wages to ensure she would be fit for the NRLW finals, and the decision is only 70 minutes away from paying off.
Luai never forgets first deal that brought dad to tears
Jarome Luai is preparing to play his last NRL game for Penrith, but he will always remember the raw emotion from his family that came with his first contract.
Why Bellamy won’t be coaching NSW Origin side in 2025
Craig Bellamy has ruled out replacing Michael Maguire as NSW State of Origin coach, believing the job should be for someone not in charge of a club.
Healy ready to fill Lanning’s ‘big shoes’ at World Cup
Alyssa Healy is excited about trying to emulate the ultra-successful Meg Lanning at a T20 World Cup - but the 2024 Aussie skipper will do the job her way.
Olivia Kernick gets Dally M reward after Sydney move
Sydney Roosters second-rower Olivia Kernick has capped a tremendous season with her maiden Dally M, reaping the rewards for moving from the Central Coast.
How Ivan Cleary’s wife helped bring Garner to Penrith
Second-rower Luke Garner has revealed the unusual path that led him to Penrith, who are chasing a fourth consecutive NRL premiership.
Impromptu haka leaves Hughes with a tear after Dally M
Melbourne's Dally M Medal winner Jahrome Hughes has been left emotional by a celebratory haka in his honour, led by Storm teammate Will Warbrick.
Ponga admits error over attempted Kangaroos’ withdrawal
Kalyn Ponga has conceded he should have gone about his attempted withdrawal from the Kangaroos selection race differently, but says he is now fit if picked.
Jahrome Hughes wins maiden Dally M Medal
Melbourne halfback Jahrome Hughes has claimed the NRL's top individual prize, edging out James Tedesco by one point to win his maiden Dally M Medal.
Hawks shake off Suns, move to second spot on AFLW log
Hawthorn have defied a blustery breeze and a valiant challenge from Gold Coast to continue their impressive AFLW charge in 2024.
Veteran Polkinghorne retires from Matildas football
Matildas defender Clare Polkinghorne has called time on her 19-year international football career.
Kelly’s hardest days helped her through NRLW pain
Isabelle Kelly has revealed how her desire to play through the pain comes from believing nothing will be as tough as the days after her mother's sudden death.
How Melbourne Storm unlocked Loiero’s career-best form
While Storm skipper Harry Grant dates his sister, Trent Loiero is still the family favourite, with the lock earning praise for his break-out NRL season.
Lions’ Lachie Neale avoids foot surgery after AFL flag
Brisbane co-captain Lachie Neale has torn the plantar fascia in his left foot but won't need to undergo surgery, in a positive result ahead of next season.
Maker’s back in NBA mix, Simmons ‘here again, ready’
Thon Maker has earned a second NBA crack with Houston in a squad that also features Jock Landale and Jack McVeigh, while Patty Mills is settling into Utah life.
Josh Curran re-signs with NRL’s Bulldogs
Utility forward Josh Curran will remain with Canterbury until the end of the 2026 season after signing a new one-year deal.
Lions coach wants more clarity on AFLW smart ball use
The fallout from the AFLW's smart ball error continues, with Brisbane coach Craig Starcevich demanding clarity from the league on its score assist process.
Storm’s Warbrick sets his sights on grand-final ‘gold’
He has an Olympic silver medal, but Storm winger Will Warbrick is hoping he doesn't have to settle for second prize in his first NRL grand final.
O’Connor weighs up groundbreaking shift to Kiwi club
After leaving the Queensland Reds, James O'Connor could continue his Super Rugby Pacific career in New Zealand with heavyweights the Crusaders.
Cardboard cut-outs: night that ignited Penrith’s rise
Penrith's rise to prominence as one of the NRL's great sides came against Melbourne, in the midst of COVID-19 and in front of 105 spectators at Campbelltown.
Masters won’t tempt Phoenix out of rise to pro ranks
Phoenix Campbell will turn professional regardless of the opportunities on offer to the winner of this week's Asia-Pacific Amateur Championship in Japan.