Flying Kangaroos plan to flip the AFLW script on Lions
One of three unbeaten sides in the AFLW, North Melbourne hope a first-ever win against the Brisbane Lions can be the next step on their search for a debut flag.
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‘Mummy’s boys’ to mainstays: Lions’ rapid AFL revival
Lions star Tom Rockliff felt the brunt of Brisbane's 2013 mass player exodus but was still there to witness the first shoots that led to a rapid AFL revival.
Prelim pressure won’t bother young Broncos: Walters
Kevin Walters has backed his young Brisbane stars to go to another level in their do-or-die NRL preliminary final clash with the Warriors.
Johnson evolves from 2011 dazzler to Warriors destroyer
In 2011 rookie Warriors No.7 Shaun Johnson scored a try for the ages at Suncorp Stadium, a venue he returns to as a complete player, ready to stun the Broncos.
Matildas star Emily Gielnik rejoins Melbourne Victory
Australia international Emily Gielnik has rejoined Melbourne Victory in the A-League Women following a two-year stint in England with Aston Villa.
Lions coach Fagan backs Gardiner to fill Payne void
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan is backing a fit-again Darcy Gardiner to fill the void of defender Jack Payne, who has been ruled out with an ankle injury.
Walker’s chance at another fairytale with Warriors
The Warriors are the feel-good story of 2023 and Dylan Walker is hoping to extend the fairytale into the grand final, just as his Rabbitohs did nine years ago.
Lanning to return to cricket for Victoria in WNCL
Long-term Australia captain Meg Lanning is in line for her first competitive match in six months when Victoria start their WNCL campaign in Perth.
Alexander steps down as NSW Origin overhaul looms
Brad Fittler has pitched several changes to his NSW State of Origin support staff for 2024, with Greg Alexander and Paul McGregor having already stepped down.
NRLW’s Broncos doing it for teammates Hunt, Gould
Brisbane's NRLW side will have Toni Hunt and Lavinia Gould in their hearts when they run out for this weekend's semi-final.
History suggests preliminary finals aren’t predictable
The NRL's preliminary finals shape up as the most predictable in years, but history suggests both matches are rarely straight forward.
Magpies edge GWS to soar into AFL grand final
Collingwood have advanced to next week's AFL season decider after posting a dramatic one-point win over GWS in Friday night's preliminary final.
New Tigers coach Yze sets sights on top-four finish
As first-year coach Adam Kingsley leads GWS into a once-unlikely preliminary final, new Richmond mentor Adem Yze outlines his dream of replicating that feat.
Giants prepare for Daicos as Blues swing selection axe
GWS coach Adam Kingsley says if Collingwood young gun Nick Daicos is allowed to, he will play well on his return from injury in their preliminary final.
Richmond confirm Adem Yze as Hardwick’s successor
Richmond have confirmed experienced Melbourne assistant Adem Yze as their new permanent senior coach.
Inexperienced Blues to ride the wave of AFL prelim
Former Swan George Hewett is a rare Blue with preliminary final experience but is adamant Carlton can attack their clash with Brisbane on the front foot.
Fittler to be made to wait on NSW coaching future
Brad Fittler is unlikely to be told at September's NSW Rugby League board meeting whether he has retained his job as Blues State of Origin coach.
Questions hang over Magpies ahead of Giants prelim test
Collingwood will start as favourites in front of a loud pro-Magpies MCG crowd on Friday night holding no fears for GWS and their surging finals campaign.
Port chairman backs coach Hinkley after finals flop
Port Adelaide chairman David Koch is backing coach Ken Hinkley despite a straight-sets exit from the AFL finals.
To’o and Crichton prepare for emotional last hurrah
Stephen Crichton says telling Brian To'o he'd signed with Canterbury was the hardest part of leaving Penrith, as the Panthers pair prepare to go separate ways.
Armstrong’s NBL move helps Taipan reach Giddey heights
A longtime teammate of Josh Giddey, Taran Armstrong has cut short his college career and returned to the NBL in an effort to join his friend in the NBA.
Protege Lohmann happy to bide time at Brisbane Lions
Fringe small forward Kai Lohmann will stay in Brisbane and continue his AFL education alongside Charlie Cameron after opting against a move back to Victoria.
Warriors must build on Knights thrashing: Webster
Warriors coach Andrew Webster knows replicating last week's winning performance against Newcastle may not be enough to seal a place in the NRL grand final.
Wearing rivals’ jerseys nothing new: Storm’s Bellamy
Melbourne players wearing Penrith jerseys at training prompted a strong reaction but Storm coach Craig Bellamy insists it's a regular occurrence for his side.
The gamble that brought Will Warbrick to NRL’s Storm
Melbourne took a chance on a towering New Zealander two years ago and now they're counting their winnings on the way to a preliminary final.
AFL strikes $2.2 billion pay deal with players
The AFL has struck an historic $2.2 billion pay deal with players featuring significant wage rises for men's and women's footballers and a longer AFLW season.
Zorko narrows focus as milestone grand final beckons
Dayne Zorko wants to play on next season but would love to notch his 250th AFL game in the grand final, confident his Lions have learnt from previous campaigns.
Storm star Hughes trains to push case for prelim return
Melbourne star Jahrome Hughes has trained to boost his chances of playing in the Storm's preliminary-final blockbuster against Penrith.
Coach Jones ponders Wallabies captain for Wales clash
The Wallabies haven't been told who will be their captain for their biggest match of the year, with World Cup survival on the line against Wales in Lyon.
Luai cleared to play in Penrith’s preliminary final
The Panthers have confirmed five-eighth Jarome Luai and centre Izack Tago will return from injury in the NRL preliminary final against Melbourne.
Knights’ history lesson as NRLW dynasty beckons
Newcastle are one win away from a second-consecutive NRLW grand final but Hannah Southwell is warning they must not lose focus as fourth-placed Brisbane loom.