Eagles’ Redden in surprise AFL retirement
West Coast midfielder Jack Redden has shocked his teammates by announcing his AFL retirement at the age of 31.
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Penrith’s grand plan was Parramatta vision
The elite pathway system that has taken Penrith to the top of the NRL has its makings at Parramatta, where the current Panthers CEO worked under Brian Smith.
Aiken-George in netball return with Swifts
Cut by long-term Super Netball club the Queensland Firebirds, new mum Romelda Aiken-George has been offered a deal with rivals the NSW Swifts.
New Dons coach Scott warns hard work ahead
Club great Matthew Lloyd believes Essendon can play AFL finals under Brad Scott in 2023, but the new coach is only focused on laying the groundwork for success.
Johnson all-in on Bullets’ NBL rebuild
Tyler Johnson is yet to make his NBL debut for Brisbane but is already emotionally invested in the Bullets' revival efforts.
Wingman Amon seals AFL move to Hawthorn
Hawthorn have signed Port Adelaide wingman Karl Amon to a four-year deal after the AFL free agency period opened on Friday.
Cleary relishes unleashing floater threat
Nathan Cleary's kicking game has continued to grow but the Penrith halfback's latest trick play is perhaps his most devastating.
Diamonds netballers look for home sparkle
With some players never having played for the Diamonds in front of Australian crowds, coach Stacey Marinkovich says there's a new energy in the netball squad.
Old meets new in Australia Cup final
Some 742 clubs competed in this year's Australia Cup and the final pits one of the most celebrated clubs in the country's history against the newest.
AFL star De Goey to stay with Collingwood
Jordan De Goey and Collingwood have agreed terms for a new AFL deal, with the star midfielder recommitting until the end of 2027.
Luke Keary named in Ireland’s RLWC squad
Five NRL players have been called up to represent Ireland at the Rugby League World Cup, including Sydney Roosters halfback Luke Keary.
LJ stars as Opals advance to WC semi-final
Comeback queen Lauren Jackson put in her best game of the women's World Cup to date as Australia defeated Belgium to advance to the semi-finals.
Arthurs look to follow Cleary NRL lead
Brad Arthur once sought advice from Ivan Cleary on how to coach his son, now he and Jake are trying to join the Clearys as father-son NRL premiership winners.
Burgess among England World Cup NRL stars
Tom Burgess and Elliott Whitehead are among six NRL-based players who will line up for England at the Rugby League Cup.
Eels to win, put club back on map: Price
Parramatta legend Ray Price is tired of waiting for the club's 36-year title drought to end, but says the mindset of the current team has given him belief.
Papali’i powered by Eels’ good luck charm
Penrith might be strong contenders for Sunday's NRL grand final, but Parramatta back-rower Isaiah Papali'i has a good luck charm on his side.
Adelaide bracing for first AFLW Showdown
Crows coach Matthew Clarke says the club can't bank on being favourites to win the first AFLW Showdown and expects an epic game between bitter Adelaide rivals.
Eels rule Opacic out, back Blake in NRL GF
Parramatta centre Tom Opacic has failed to recover in time from a hamstring injury and won't play in Sunday's NRL grand final against Penrith.
AFL players unsatisfied by racism response
The AFL Players' Association has called for a review of the industry's management of instances of racism following the release of a concerning report.
Eels want to unleash Brown’s aggression
Parramatta want Nathan Brown to unleash his normal aggressive style in the NRL grand final, as they search for a way to shut down Penrith's Nathan Cleary.
Martin’s dumb luck got him to Penrith
Penrith can thank a rotary club program and Liam Martin's decision to consider an engineering career as a teenager for landing the second-rower at the Panthers.
Ivan Cleary admires Eels’ tough GF route
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary admires the way Sunday's opponents Parramatta have overcome the odds to reach their first grand final in over a decade.
Price, Kenny honour electric Eels of 80s
Parramatta's rivalry with Manly in the 1980s was so intense an advertisement was made with the Eels celebrating at the end, as they so often did.
Panthers’ Kikau aims to sign off in style
Viliame Kikau will leave Penrith on Sunday as one of the NRL's best back-rowers after arriving at the club with enormous potential.
Saints still have eyes on Jordan De Goey
Explosive midfielder Jordan De Goey's playing future remains undecided as he weighs up AFL contract offers from Collingwood and St Kilda.
Fear drove Lane to Eels and NRL stardom
Parramatta star Shaun Lane has admitted he feared he would become a wasted NRL talent without a contract before making one last effort to revitalise his career.
New Payten NRL deal at Cowboys imminent
Todd Payten has confirmed a new deal with North Queensland is all but done, with the Cowboys coach to stay on until the end of 2026.
Dynasty or drought-breaker in NRL decider
Parramatta and Penrith face differing challenges in the NRL decider: One with the pressure of the game's longest drought and the other vying to defend a title.
Bullets fired up ahead of new NBL season
Aron Baynes is among the high-profile arrivals to this season's NBL, with Brisbane coach James Duncan challenging his players to match the NBA star's standards.
New bromance in Penrith’s title defence
Brian To'o has 66 games of NRL experience on Penrith rookie Sunia Turuva but says he learns just as much from his good mate as he teaches him.
Cahill questions ‘nice’ Socceroos leaders
Forging a historic career in a Socceroos squad full of "men", Tim Cahill thinks the next generation are a nice team lacking natural leadership.