Gawn ’embarrassed’ to be an AFL player amid homophobia
There have been three reported incidents of homophobic slurs in the AFL this season and Melbourne captain Max Gawn says it makes him embarrassed to be a player.
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Lions coach perplexed at spate of serious knee injuries
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan believes a series of knee injuries at his AFL club is just a case of incredibly bad luck.
I’ve seen a change in Latrell during suspension: Hornby
Latrell Mitchell has impressed Ben Hornby during his ban but the coach is warning South Sydney not to think of the star's return as a get-out-of-jail card.
Recovering Reynolds takes on key new role for Broncos
Injured Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds will fill a vital role behind the scenes, and club legend Trevor Gillmeister says he will one day make an ideal coach.
Ex-AFL player Cam McCarthy found dead, aged 29
Former Greater Western Sydney and Fremantle forward Cam McCarthy has died in Perth at the age of 29.
Dolphins’ Farnworth feared three months out and surgery
Dolphins centre Herbie Farnworth starred in a 30-24 win over Manly after returning from a shoulder injury he initially feared would keep him out long-term.
Dynasty-chasing NSW bent on smash-and-grab win
The NSW women are looking to flip the men's hoodoo at Suncorp Stadium and kick off the three-game Origin series with a win over Queensland.
Back injury forces Magpie Elliott out of Eagles clash
Forward Jamie Elliott has been ruled out of Collingwood's AFL clash with West Coast through a back injury, with Jeremy Howe to swing forward.
Veteran Gagai shuns Roosters to re-sign with Knights
Queensland Maroons centre Dane Gagai will stay at Newcastle beyond the age of 35 after penning a two-year extension with the Knights.
Woman cries as ex-NRL player cleared of groping claim
A magistrate has ruled ex-NRL star George Burgess did not sexually touch a woman without her consent when he went to her home to hand over a signed jersey.
‘Decaying’ sport institute gets $250m Olympic makeover
The ageing Australian Institute of Sport will remain in Canberra and receive a major facilities upgrade ahead of the 2032 Olympic Games in Brisbane.
Player power convinces Bellamy to remain Storm coach
Craig Bellamy says senior players, including Cameron Munster, helped convince him to stay on for a 23rd NRL season as Melbourne Storm coach.
‘Enormous’: Geelong United to replace WNBL’s Boomers
Geelong United will replace the Melbourne Boomers in the WNBL from next season, the league has confirmed.
Ponga’s absence forces Knights to regain their steel
Kalyn Ponga's absence has prompted Newcastle to find their steel again, gritting out two straight wins without their superstar fullback.
Talakai finding his feet again in Cronulla’s middle
Cronulla's rising forward pack have come of age in their run to the top of the NRL ladder, while Siosifa Talakai is slowly feeling back at home in the middle.
Voss hopeful Carlton gun’s latest setback only minor
Unlucky midfielder Adam Cerra's latest hamstring injury was a sour note to Carlton's thrilling one-point win over Melbourne at the MCG.
Manly preparing for up to eight weeks without Trbojevic
Manly expect their gun No.1 Tom Trbojevic to miss up to eight weeks with a hamstring injury, in a devastating blow for both the Sea Eagles and NSW.
Tom Trbojevic injured as Dolphins secure comeback win
Manly fullback Tom Trbojevic has suffered a hamstring injury as Dolphins No.1 Trai Fuller starred in a sensational 30-24 comeback victory.
Darcy out for Dockers, Hardwick swings the axe at Suns
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick has made six changes for the Suns' clash with North Melbourne following last week's 34-point loss to the Brisbane Lions.
Kambosos laps up awkward stare-down ahead of title bout
Even former heavyweight world champion Lucas Browne couldn't separate George Kambosos and Vasiliy Lomachenko during an awkward stare-down.
Bennett’s magic dust ‘could lift Souths to NRL title’
Hooker Damien Cook is adamant Wayne Bennett would be inheriting a squad ready to win a premiership if he returned to South Sydney in 2025.
Rebels desperate to crack Reds to lock in Super finals
Currently in sixth place and with a rugged run home, Melbourne head to Brisbane needing a win over the Reds to shore up a maiden Super Rugby finals berth.
Walters, Bellamy talks fire Pangai’s NRL return quest
Tevita Pangai Jr will give up boxing and turn his attention to returning to the NRL after chats with leading coaches strengthened his conviction.
Northern Territory steps up push for AFL licence
An AFL club could be ready playing at a new Darwin stadium in seven to 10 years, according to a strategic business case.
Why Ciraldo approves of Mahoney’s chirpy ways
Canterbury have made a pact not to be stood over by rivals this year, which is why Reed Mahoney's front-foot approach sits fine with coach Cameron Ciraldo.
Missing Victorian alpine campers murder trial begins
Twelve jurors and two substitutes have been tasked with deciding whether Greg Lynn is guilty or innocent of the murder of two campers in regional Victoria.
Sydney can’t clock off to Mariners’ Fergie Time threat
Sydney FC ought to be wary of a Central Coast side who have made a habit of scoring late, says Mariners midfielder Max Balard.
Boom rookie Talagi wants to stay at Eels: coach Arthur
Parramatta coach Brad Arthur says highly rated rookie Blaize Talagi has laid out his future plans as he hits the open market for 2025.
Luai sets the scene with ‘Penrith Bulldogs’ sledge
Jarome Luai believes the foundations of Penrith's success are already starting to show at Canterbury, with four ex-Panthers playing under Cameron Ciraldo.
Suns defender Powell banned for homophobic slur
The AFL has suspended Gold Coast defender Wil Powell for five games for directing a "highly offensive" homophobic slur towards a Brisbane Lions opponent.
Beveridge not feeling pressure at under-fire Bulldogs
Coach Luke Beveridge insists he's feeling love, not pressure, at the Western Bulldogs, while Richmond counterpart Adem Yze has expressed his support.