Embarrassment can be good motivator, NSW coach Fittler
Brad Fittler says his NSW team can't afford to slip up by relaxing again if they are ahead late in State of Origin II in Brisbane on Wednesday night.
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No mental demons at St Kilda from 2022 fadeout: Crouch
St Kilda midfielder Brad Crouch is optimistic the Saints can start stringing together more consistent football following an inconsistent 10-week stretch.
Copping sprays ‘the best part about Origin’: Cook
NSW aren't afraid to cop some verbal barbs as the Blues look to level the State of Origin series before a hostile Brisbane crowd at Suncorp Stadium.
Heal given chance to shine in Opals’ Asia Cup squad
The understrength Opals are preparing for the home basketball Asia Cup in the lead up to Paris 2024, with young guns like Shyla Heal eager to prove themselves.
Versatile Cotter a deadly tentacle in Maroons octopus
Reuben Cotter has been named on the bench for Queensland but coach Billy Slater says he could start in the back row or slot in at hooker during Origin II.
Warriors play down early NRL return for Tuivasa-Sheck
Rugby union convert and former Dally M winner Roger Tuivasa-Sheck is seemingly not in the picture for a Warriors return this season, according to their coach.
Speedy Hamiso the gift that will keep giving: Fabri
Maroons centre Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow has been likened to the great David Peachey and sprint coach Roger Fabri says he's 'not touching the surface' of his talent.
Man critical in Qld hospital after being shot by police
A man remains in critical condition in a Queensland hospital after being shot multiple times by police north of Brisbane.
Matildas look to emulate England’s home heroics at WWC
A month out from the Women's World Cup, the Matildas can look to emulate England's home Euros triumph - and there are plenty of parallels.
AFL players flopping amid tackle crackdown: Dew
AFL players are trying to win free kicks for dangerous tackles by flopping to the ground in the grasp of their opponents, Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew says.
Cherry-Evans inspired by ethos of Khawaja’s fightback
Queensland captain Daly Cherry-Evans and Test opener Usman Khawaja share a lot in common and the Maroons No.7 says both find solace in their "happy place".
Broad magic sets up thrilling final day to Ashes Test
Australia have gone to stumps on day four at 3-107 chasing 281 to win the first Ashes Test, after another spellbinding day at Edgbaston.
Kyrgios out of Halle but still hopes to play Wimbledon
Nick Kyrgios has pulled out of the grass-court tournament in Halle with a knee injury, but says he still hopes to be fit to play Wimbledon.
NRL’s Lodge to leave Roosters immediately
Matthew Lodge is on the lookout for a new club after being granted an immediate release from his Sydney Roosters deal.
Dangerous tackle sanctions in ‘right spot’: AFL chief
The AFL's CEO elect Andrew Dillon says penalties for dangerous tackles are in the "right spot" amid a crackdown which has led to a spate of suspensions.
Upton looking to ride Queensland wave in Origin II
With a clear plan of attack and a sea of Maroon at their backs, Tamika Upton hopes her side can ride a Queensland wave in Origin's Townsville decider.
Maroons stalwart new Broncos football manager
Brisbane have secured a replacement for former head of football Ben Ikin with Joe McDermott to work alongside head NRL coach Kevin Walters.
Meticulous rehab pays Origin II dividends for Murray
Cameron Murray has been cleared to play for NSW in State of Origin II after emerging injury-free from a training session following a groin complaint.
Roosters receive welcome news on Luke Keary injury
Luke Keary has been cleared of a serious jaw injury in a boost to the Sydney Roosters' flagging NRL premiership fortunes.
Magpies forward McStay out with infected finger
A finger infection will keep Collingwood recruit Daniel McStay out of action for the "short term" as the Magpies seek to regain top spot on the AFL ladder.
Collingwood bad boy De Goey craves AFL flags, respect
Collingwood star Jordan De Goey has opened up on his pursuit of personal growth and AFL premierships while serving a three-match suspension for rough conduct.
Hawks skipper Sicily fails in AFL suspension appeal
Hawthorn will be without captain James Sicily for their next three AFL matches after his appeal against a suspension for rough conduct was rejected.
DCE: Complacency a ‘dirty word’ in Maroons camp
Queensland's Origin preparations appear seamless but captain Daly Cherry-Evans says any perception of a "Serenity Now" camp of bliss are far from the truth.
SA push for Barossa Valley game in next Gather Round
South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas will push for the Barossa Valley to host a Gather Round game next year.
Stuart’s advice sticks with Young on second NSW chance
As he prepared for a second chance at State of Origin football, Hudson Young called on his Canberra coach and 14-time Blue Ricky Stuart for advice.
Wait and see on father-son clash: Kyle Flanagan
Canterbury's Kyle Flanagan could soon be in for his first NRL game against father Shane, who takes charge of St George Illawarra next season.
Clark wins US Open for first major title
American Wyndham Clark has hung tough to win the US Open by one shot from Rory McIlroy at Los Angeles Country Club.
Smith, Lee post gritty top-five finishes at the US Open
Australian golf stars Cameron Smith and Min Woo Lee have finished strongly to record impressive top-five results at the US Open in Los Angeles.
Demons hopeful Oliver, Petty can return to face Cats
Melbourne are not willing to declare Clayton Oliver a certain starter to face Geelong after the star midfielder spent almost a week in hospital.
Dragons dig in heels in bid to hold on to Hunt
St George Illawarra remain adamant they can convince skipper Ben Hunt, who on the weekend requested a release from the NRL club, to see out his contract.
Kyah Simon included in Matildas’ preliminary WWC squad
Less than nine months after tearing her ACL, Matildas striker Kyah Simon has been included in Australia's 29-player provisional squad for the Women's World Cup.