Origin call has Coates floating on clouds
Work with retired Collingwood AFL captain Nick Maxwell has added to Queenslander Xavier Coates' aerial threat ahead of Wednesday's State of Origin opener.
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Big year not done for Socceroo Genreau
Socceroo Denis Genreau is eyeing off more success in 2022 at the World Cup play-offs after a season - and pitch invasion - to remember in France with Toulouse.
Brumbies set to get Valetini semis boost
The Brumbies will be underdogs when they face the Blues in a Super Rugby Pacific semi-final at Eden Park, but their captain and coach say they're up for it.
Elliott a late withdrawal against Hawks
Collingwood have lost Jamie Elliott to illness ahead of their AFL clash with Hawthorn at he MCG on Sunday.
Blues backing new-look Origin centres duo
NSW captain James Tedesco says the absences of star State of Origin centres Tom Trbojevic and Latrell Mitchell won't force the Blues to change their game.
Kambosos Jr loses world lightweight titles
Australian boxer George Kambosos Jr has suffered a 12-round points loss to American Devin Haney in the undisputed lightweight world title fight in Melbourne.
Crichton’s rise confirms junior buzz
Stephen Crichton's NSW State of Origin debut comes only three years after he completely won over Blues officials with his talent in his maiden underage camp.
Fever beat Swifts in netball heart-stopper
West Coast Fever have locked in second spot on the Super Netball ladder after a NSW Swifts comeback came undone in a catastrophic final 10 seconds
St Kilda boss not interested in Clarkson
St Kilda have started to talks with coach Brett Ratten about a contract extension and won't call Alastair Clarkson, chief executive Matt Finnis says.
Kambosos intent on cementing boxing legacy
George Kambosos Jr believes nothing can stop him beating American Devin Haney and becoming Australia's first-ever four-belt boxing world champion on Sunday.
Lawn bowlers eye Commonwealth Games gold
Australia's elite lawn bowlers are leaving no stone unturned in their bid for gold medals at the looming Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.
Machado announces departure from Taipans
Former NBL MVP runner-up Scott Machado has announced his departure from Cairns after three years with the club.
NRL’s foul play downgrade for Origin games
The NRL has changed the way players will be punished for foul play in representative football, lessening the chance of bans carrying into club football.
Lions coach Fagan backs under-fire Andrews
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan says Harris Andrews has become a victim of his own high standards after copping some criticism this week.
Raiders champion Croker done for season
The Canberra Raiders have been delivered a crushing blow with champion Jarrod Croker needing shoulder surgery, ruling him out for the rest of the season.
Yeo uncomfortable with NRL’s best lock tag
Isaah Yeo is now regarded as the NRL's best lock but the title doesn't sit well with the Penrith and NSW State of Origin star.
Smith puts Fa’asuamaleaui at Origin ease
Tino Fa'asuamaleaui has enjoyed his reunion with former Melbourne star Cameron Smith, who he says has had a calming influence in Origin camp.
Blues back-three give NSW big advantage
The power of NSW's back-three threatens to swing the State of Origin series-opener in the Blues' favour, making 177 more metres per game than the Queenslanders.
Mooy minutes vital for Socceroos: Milligan
Former Socceroos captain Mark Milligan believes Aaron Mooy's hour-long effort in a friendly against Jordan is vitally important for Australia's World Cup hopes.
Demons bring back four AFL stars for Swans
Melbourne have responded to a rare AFL loss by bringing back four premiership stars, including Christian Salem, for their round 12 clash with the Sydney Swans.
Smith, Keeney dominate syncro diving event
Diving stars Anabelle Smith and Maddison Keeney are determined to put setbacks and injury behind them as they target the Commonwealth Games.
Cowboys run away with big win over Titans
The Titans scored first but it was all the Cowboys after that, winning 32-6 on the Gold Coast to heap further pressure on Justin Holbrook's battling NRL side.
England’s Tuilagi out of Australia tour
Sale centre Manu Tuilagi will miss England's rugby tour to Australia after having a knee operation.
Cowboys show off Qld Origin next gen
A pair of 21-year-olds shone on Thursday for a North Queensland team missing four State of Origin stars, in a sign the Maroons' cupboard is well stocked.
Lee makes hot start to US Women’s Open
Australian golf star Minjee Lee is in a tie for third, three shots off the lead after the first round of the US Women's Open in North Carolina.
Thorn wants 23-man Reds to upset Crusaders
The Queensland Reds say they can't afford another slow start against the Crusaders when the two teams meet again in Friday's Super Rugby Pacific quarter-final.
Caslick inspires new era of sevens stars
Australian women's rugby sevens coach Tim Walsh is excited about his side's Commonwealth Games prospects after securing a drought-breaking World Series title.
Bulldogs’ Marshall-King to join Dolphins
Jeremy Marshall-King has become the latest player to take up a deal with the Dolphins, with the Canterbury hooker signing a two-year deal at the Redcliffe club.
Origin-hit Panthers brace for Bulldogs
Penrith lost their Origin-affected round last year but captains Isaah Yeo and Nathan Cleary say those stepping up to NRL will be a match for Canterbury.
Way opens for marquee stars in U-19 Origin
The NRL will allow the likes of Sam Walker, Tyrell Sloan, Reece Walsh and Xavier Savage to play in under-19s State of Origin under new rules.
Mum’s lie that kept Origin star on track
Ryan Matterson's mum was told her son may never play rugby league again at age 18, but he will make his State of Origin debut for NSW off the bench in Game I.