‘Big man syndrome’: Mahoney shrugs off pest tag
Canterbury hooker Reed Mahoney has shot a barb at his aggressors after finding himself caught in a scuffle for the second time in as many games.
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Mavs beat Lightning, notch maiden Super Netball win
Behind a marvellous Molly Jovic, the Melbourne Mavericks have pinched their first Super Netball win by edging Sunshine Coast Lightning in a thriller.
Papenhuyzen out for ‘four-to-six weeks’ with fracture
Star Storm fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen will be out for up to six weeks with a lower-leg fracture sustained as his side hung on to beat Gold Coast 22-20 at Robina.
Young gun Wilson among the stars in St Kilda win
St Kilda have proved too good for winless North Melbourne in a 38-point victory at Marvel Stadium.
Bennett shows worth again as Dolphins enter top four
The Dolphins have beaten North Queensland 28-26 to return to the NRL's top four, showing South Sydney again just what the master coach can do for a club.
VAR drama as Sydney sink Macarthur in ALM finals
A goal-scoring double from Robert Mak and a Joe Lolley stunner have helped Sydney FC seal a 4-0 A-League elimination final win over Macarthur FC.
Demons end Cats’ unbeaten start with big AFL win
Melbourne have shown their top-four credentials with a gritty eight-point win over top side Geelong at the MCG.
Lebanon gesture that showed Cheika’s NRL credentials
Jacob Kiraz says NRL coaching candidate Michael Cheika has a gift for inspiring his players, as evidenced by a gesture from the last Rugby League World Cup.
Hughes felt calf ‘pop’ as Storm injuries mount
Injured Melbourne No.1 Ryan Papenhuyzen is set for a lengthy stint on the sidelines, while half Jahrome Hughes is also in doubt for Storm's Cronulla showdown.
Show us the money: Sydney FC stars urge ALW to invest
Matildas and Sydney FC winger Cortnee Vine says the A-League Women has failed to take advantage of the runaway success of 2023's Women's World Cup.
Tigers’ Sezer facing long ban over hip-drop tackle
Wests Tigers half Aidan Sezer is facing a ban of up to five matches after being charged for a hip-drop tackle in his side's round-nine loss to Canterbury.
Saifiti believes he has turned corner after Knights win
Former NSW Origin prop Daniel Saifiti feels he is returning to form for Newcastle, after admitting he was "pretty bad" at times earlier in the NRL season.
Sharks hold off Dragons in Flanagan’s return, stay top
Shane Flanagan has lashed his St George Illawarra side for their failure to control possession in a 20-10 loss to NRL front-runners Cronulla.
Haas, Staggs in doubt as Broncos’ injury curse returns
Brisbane duo Payne Haas and Kotoni Staggs have knee complaints and are both racing the clock to be fit to play the Sydney Roosters.
Bartel uncomfortable with prospect of Thomas AFL return
A lifeline for Tarryn Thomas has been discussed at the same time as a league-wide stance against domestic violence, and Jimmy Bartel is uncomfortable with it.
Rayner, Lions search for ‘trademark’ QClash efforts
Cam Rayner admits his and his Lions teammates' efforts off the ball need to improve against a Gold Coast outfit that will push them in a defining QClash.
Family man Day relaxed ahead of PGA Tour title defence
A relaxed, family-focused Jason Day is hoping to successfully defend a PGA Tour title for the first time at this week's CJ Cup Byron Nelson in Texas.
‘Show me’: Ricky’s challenge to his under-fire Raiders
Losers of their past two NRL matches in poor fashion, the Raiders are calling on their battle-hardened forward pack to lead the way against Manly on Friday.
Vegas scars stay in Vegas for Broncos, Roosters
Trent Robinson and Kevin Walters insist there are no fears of overflowing emotions as the Roosters and Broncos face off for the first time since Las Vegas.
Even Roosters believe Bennett to Bunnies is a positive
Trent Robinson reckons Wayne Bennett's return to South Sydney is a formality, with Adam Reynolds also adamant the 74-year-old should keep coaching in the NRL.
Rebels to face Blues following creditors’ vote on club
The Rebels will enter their Super Rugby Pacific clash with the Blues on Friday after a vote by creditors on a plan to save or liquidate the cash-strapped club.
North’s Clarkson calls for NT to be AFL’s 20th team
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson has swatted criticism of the club's future, urging the AFL to introduce a 20th team rather than cutting an existing one.
Carlton, coach Voss embrace Collingwood rivalry
Carlton coach Michael Voss has declared midfielder Adam Cerra a certain starter for the Blues' rivalry showdown against Collingwood at the MCG.
Fifita no closer to contract call as deadline looms
Gold Coast star David Fifita has little more than a week to decide if he wants to quit the NRL club, but his coach says he's not talking to him about it.
Odd couple Welch and Munster hit Melbourne milestones
Christian Welch says it will be an honour to share a milestone NRL game with one of his best mates, Cameron Munster, when the Storm face Gold Coast.
Melbourne City endure more setbacks before ALW decider
Melbourne City's run to the A-League Women grand final has been marked by losing players to injury or transfers, and they are now without two more.
NRL fines Gould $20k over TV rant on game’s rules
The NRL has hit Phil Gould with a breach notice and $20,000 fine, accusing the Canterbury general manager of a destructive attack on the game during a TV rant.
Australia hope to have Marsh bowling for World Cup
Mitch Marsh has confirmed he will not return to the IPL as he battles a hamstring injury, but he expects to be back bowling before the T20 World Cup.
Lion’s wait over: Reville earns QClash debut
Bruce Reville will debut for the Brisbane Lions against Gold Coast, five years after going undrafted and trying his hand at a range of alternative careers.
Bailey Hayward out to forge own mark at Bulldogs
Bailey Hayward has rugby league and football blood running through his veins, but he is is determined to make his own name in the NRL at Canterbury.
Outspoken Draper sidelined, Webster back for Saints
Essendon expect Sam Draper to only be sidelined for one week with knee soreness, while West Coast welcome back Harley Reid for Saturday's match in Perth.