Walters eyes options if Piakura ruled out for Broncos
Brisbane back-rower Brendan Piakura is racing the clock to play South Sydney next week after being concussed, but Kevin Walters says the club has depth to cope.
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Reath’s career-best not enough as Wolves tie Thunder
Australian forward Duop Reath hit five of his six three-point attempts to score a career-high 26 points in the Trail Blazers' loss to the Timberwolves.
Key Tigers feeling refreshed under new coach Yze
Tiger coach Adem Yze has brought a new voice and freshness to Richmond, and key pair Liam Baker and Dion Prestia are soaking it all up.
Dockers suffer blow with Darcy to miss AFL season start
Fremantle ruckman Sean Darcy and emerging wingman Nathan O'Driscoll will both miss the early rounds of the AFL season through injury.
Waratahs intent on backing up bumper win over Crusaders
The NSW Waratahs have wasted no time getting back to work after their stirring upset win over reigning Super Rugby Pacific champions the Crusaders.
Webster cops huge ban in AFL’s concussion crackdown
The AFL's bid to crackdown on concussion has meant St Kilda's Jimmy Webster received a far greater suspension than he would have even 12 months ago.
Dolphins’ Bromwich rules out joining JWH in England
Dolphins captain Jesse Bromwich will retire at the end of 2024 with no regrets, ruling out a Super League swansong like fellow veteran Jared Waerea-Hargreaves.
Brimson targets Test centre spot after Titans switch
Gold Coast's new centre AJ Brimson waxed lyrical about his move from fullback, one that he did not seek but a switch he intends to make a huge success.
Former swingman Balta excited to lead Richmond attack
Richmond big man Noah Balta has been handed the keys to the Tigers' attack and is ready to repay new coach Adem Yze's faith in him.
Patty Mills’ Miami NBA move a Paris momentum boost
After being released by Atlanta, Patty Mills could play deep into the NBA's post-season with Miami in a boost for his and the Boomers' Paris Games hopes.
Wanderers to back fans after ‘disturbing’ feedback
Wanderers officials have vowed to "stand in solidarity with our members and fans" after the Red and Black Bloc suffered heavy-handed policing on derby day.
AFL captains predict Lions will get back to grand final
Half of the AFL's 18 captains believe the Brisbane Lions can make it back to this year's grand final after losing a classic decider last September.
Kerr lawyers argue abuse of process in harassment case
Lawyers for Matildas captain Sam Kerr will seek to have her racial harassment charge withdrawn or downgraded next month, according to court documents.
Superstar Hurricane out for three weeks after red card
A dangerous head-high tackle during the thrilling Super Rugby Pacific win over the Reds has cost Hurricanes star Jordie Barrett three weeks on the sideline.
Port’s Lord says interest from Geelong was flattering
Port Adelaide forward Ollie Lord says he never seriously considered overtures from Geelong about a possible switch of AFL clubs.
How ‘Harden Up’ jab turned Starc into the man of steel
Mitchell Starc says he learned early in his career the difference between good and bad pain, and it's put him on the cusp of surpassing an Aussie legend.
NRL clubs keen for Vegas despite limited US TV interest
NRL clubs are expected to apply to be part of next year's Las Vegas games, possibly within the next fortnight, although TV figures showed minimal US interest.
Gawn expects Grundy to settle the score at AFL reunion
Charging across the Murray River for an opening-round date with Sydney, Melbourne captain Max Gawn expects former teammate Brodie Grundy to run out hot.
Moloney follows Rose to land on historic Japanese card
Jason Moloney will defend his world title on a card dubbed the biggest in Japanese history, and first at the Tokyo Dome since Mike Tyson's famous 1990 loss.
Eels’ suspension magnet Sivo told to curb careless edge
Maika Sivo's Parramatta teammates are urging the Fijian winger to sharpen up in defence after he was ruled out for the first three weeks of the NRL season.
Raiders coach backs teen to produce some Strange magic
Canberra will deploy a new halves pair in their season-opening trip to Newcastle on Thursday night, when they will be out to avenge last year's finals defeat.
Veteran Kiwi prop’s timely Reds debut after triple blow
Jeffery Toomaga-Allen wants to make a difference off the bench for the Reds, who are without a trio of key men for their clash with the Chiefs in Brisbane.
Kiwi rugby great Waaka to sign for Broncos in NRLW
Prolific New Zealand rugby champion Stacey Waaka will join Brisbane's NRLW program after her Olympic campaign in Paris.
LJ powers Southside into WNBL grand-final series
Lauren Jackson posted 38 points to lift the Southside Flyers into the WNBL grand-final series after a 93-77 win over Melbourne Boomers.
Canberra speedster Savage wants to shine in wing role
Canberra's Xavier Savage has fought his way back into his club's NRL side with a huge pre-season and a switch from fullback to a wing.
Super on paid leave kicks off broader equality push
A pledge to pay superannuation on commonwealth-funded paid parental leave is part of a broader federal government strategy to achieve gender equality.
Clarkson awaits sanction over ‘inappropriate’ comment
The AFL is set to rule on a possible sanction for North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson over his expletive-laden exchange with two St Kilda players.
McRae gets AFL’s Opening Round push in league heartland
The AFL has launched the 2024 season in rugby league heartland and Collingwood's premiership coach Craig McRae understands why.
Sam Kerr has our full support, says Chelsea boss Hayes
Chelsea boss Emma Hayes says Sam Kerr has the club's full support as she gets set to face a trial for racially aggravated harassment of a police officer.
Rising Aussie Luke Plapp rides into Paris-Nice lead
Three-time Australian road race champion Luke Plapp has taken the overall lead for Jayco AlUla in the week-long Paris-Nice race in France.
Pangai returns to league with NRL quest on track: Hunt
Souths-Logan coach Karmichael Hunt confirmed Tevita Pangai Jr would make his league return on Saturday and backed Pangai to succeed if he got back in the NRL.