Listed: The local SA sports where players must be vaxxed
A growing number of South Australian sporting organisations have announced Covid-19 vaccine policies, but many are yet to make a call. See the full list.
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Teen sensation smashes 35-year-old sprint record
An SA teenager has broken a longstanding 200m record, running the fastest time by an Australian man in 2021 – including the Olympics.
How a junior football program became a talent factory
A South Australian football club reveals the secret to its junior development success as a competition-best six players are named in the 2022 SANFL talent program.
AFL youngster signs for SANFL juggernaut
An SANFL club has continued its off-season signing spree recruiting a promising South Aussie fresh out of the AFL but his sights remain on a return to the top.
Amateur SA footy league’s big call on ‘no jab, no play’
Unvaccinated players could be permanently sidelined from local competition as the Adelaide Football League makes its stance clear. Vote in our poll.
Star VFL midfielder makes unexpected homecoming
A champion on-baller has marked his SANFL return after a stint under the tutelage of AFL coaches but he won’t be lining up for his former club.
Premiers up for the ‘challenge’ after star’s departure
An Adelaide Footy League premiership side with a new ex-SANFL recruit remains confident it can make some noise in 2022 despite losing its star player.
From SA to Scotland: The teen kicking goals abroad
A South Australia teenage sensation has been playing soccer for a famed Scottish Professional Football League club after being scouted from his local outfit.
Local league stars: Where the best ex-SANFL talents are now
From premiership captains to leading goalkickers and Magarey Medallists, we’ve taken a look at where SANFL’s biggest departures are playing now.
Emotions high as best mates share in AFL dream
From college and state teammates to AFL rivals, two young South Australian stars have achieved their draft dreams just nine picks apart.
It’s not money drawing SANFL players to this local club
An Adelaide Footy League club has been kept busy this off-season with a potential record number of signings as it prepares to bounce back from its 2021 prelim final loss.
‘It would mean the world to me’: SA draft smokey
A gun South Australian midfielder has revealed his frustration at flying under the radar but remains hopeful of achieving his AFL draft dream.
Revealed: SA’s top feeder clubs for the AFL draft
The AFL draft countdown is on and ahead of the big night we’ve compiled the top picks exported from local footy clubs since 2010. See how your club stacks up.
Reeling from tragedy, cricket mates will honour Heath’s legacy
A local cricket legend has been remembered for his dedication to community sport as country clubs vow to continue his legacy with a mental health round.
9000+ names: Every Adelaide lawn bowler ranked
9149 lawn bowlers have taken to the green across Adelaide this season and we’ve sorted the stats across every grade. See how you rank against the best.
AFL 100-gamer reveals return to SA
A product of Geelong’s success era will return to his former SANFL club as both a player and development coach as it attempts to bring back premiership glory in 2022.
The local footy club reaping SANFL exodus rewards
An Adelaide Footy League club has boosted its finals chances by securing the signature of five separate SANFL experienced players – most from the same outfit.
The eight biggest Premier Cricket surprises yet
From record batting totals to the rise of local young guns, we’re counting down the biggest surprises from the SACA Premier Cricket pitches so far this season.
Key moves mark local footy juggernaut’s 2022 strategy
An Adelaide Footy League division one power has signed two SANFL players and an experienced half-forward as it reveals plans for its next premiership run.
Revealed: The recruitment plans of Adelaide Footy League clubs
Six Adelaide Footy League clubs yet to make a big signing this off-season reveal their recruitment targets and plans for 2022.
The local cricket club keeping it in the family
A decade ago this local cricket club was on the brink of folding, now it’s achieved a remarkable feat possibly never seen before in South Australian sport.
Local footy powerhouse signs second SANFL star
After signing one SANFL star two weeks ago a division one Adelaide Footy League club has locked in the signature of another to bolster its 2022 premiership push.
Young gun says school program will change SA soccer
The local college that produced an NPL soccer under-18s Best and Fairest winner looks set to change the sport under the watchful eye of an A-League star.
SA’s top 20 country cricket legends revealed
From a star batter who faced a West Indies great, fearless leather-flingers to tireless coaches and administrators, these legends are the Bradmans of the bush.
Revealed: 2021 SA School Sports Awards winners
The awards night is done and dusted and South Australia’s best young sportspeople have been crowned. See who topped the class of 2021.
How to enter SA School Sports Awards 2021
With the SA School Sports Awards 2021 kicking off, 2002 winner and paralympic swimmer Matt Cowdrey is backing in our young talent. See how to enter.
Goals galore in FSA cup semi-final deciders
Salisbury Inter put four goals past Adelaide City to make its first Women’s NPL Cup final this week. Read reports from Women’s and Girl’s cup semis here.
Watch: Girls’ Cup football semi-finals replay
The second night of Football SA finals action has wrapped up – watch the Girls U17s semi-finals replay here. Replay Tuesday night’s matches as well.
Watch: Women’s national football semi finals replay
The second night of the Women’s National Premier League semi finals is over – watch the replays of the past two nights here.
Olympic medal sparks big bounce in interest for basketball
The state’s premier basketball clubs are expecting an increase in youth enthusiasm and participation after the Boomers brought home bronze.
Council makes call on flying SANFL premiership colours
West Torrens Council has made a decision on SANFL displaying the premiership team’s colours at the Brickworks kiln following West End Brewery’s closure.
Crowds restricted as indoor sports return to action
Despite large crowds at the footy – including 15,000 at Showdown 50 – only one person per player will be allowed at indoor events, leaving basketballers putting on a brave face.
10 young athletes to watch out for ahead of Brisbane 2032
From swimmers to cyclists, here are the 10 local athletes who could be highlighting the Brisbane Olympics and Paralympics in 2032.
Every footy league’s plans to finish 2021 season revealed
The majority of SA’s community football leagues will return to the field this Saturday. Find out how each plans to finish the 2021 season.
Scotch coach named Rowing SA Coach of the Year
Being recognised as Rowing South Australia’s Coach of the Year for 2021 came as a surprise for Scotch College’s Tim ‘Belch’ Belcher.
24 homegrown SA Olympians on Instagram
Can’t get enough of the Games action? These talented athletes are sharing a behind-the-scenes look at what life is really like in Olympic Village as they go for gold in Tokyo.
Football SA sets up for congested post-Covid fixture
Football South Australia’s plan to make up missed matches during the state’s third Covid-19 lockdown will be intense – but may just salvage the season.
SANFL replays: Redlegs v Eagles triple-header
Our full on footy weekend has kicked off with a Norwood v Eagles triple-header. Relive all the action from the clubs’ league, reserves and under-18 clashes here in the match replay videos.
Watch the replay: Panthers v Crows
Relive South Adelaide’s regional clash with Adelaide and catch up on the Central v North and Glenelg v Sturt under-18 encounters here in our SANFL match replay videos.
Watch the replay: City and Comets clash in cup final
Undefeated Adelaide City and in-form Adelaide Comets have squared off in a tense Football SA under-18 Federation Cup final. Relive the drama in our full match replay video.
SA country netball’s top 20 legends revealed
From veteran players and long-term coaches to administrative giants and tireless volunteers, we present our inaugural Country Netball Legends list. See who made the top 20.
Commuters ‘left stranded as trains ordered to rush ahead’
Passengers are being left stuck on platforms because Adelaide’s privatised train drivers are skipping stops to save time, parliament has been told.
Live stream: How to watch Sapsasa footy carnival
It is a highlight on the school footy calendar every year and now a whole new generation will experience the thrill of the Sapsasa metro carnival. Watch 62 live streamed games right here.
Watch the replays: Sapsasa metro footy carnival
The best young footballers from across Adelaide have squared off on day one of the School Sport SA Sapsasa Metro Carnival. Relive 10 games here in our exclusive replay videos.
Watch the replays: Sapsasa metro footy day two
The young guns of Adelaide footy have battled it out on day two of the School Sport SA Sapsasa Metro Carnival. Relive all the action from 14 games here in our exclusive match replay videos.
Watch the replays: Sapsasa metro footy carnival day three
New players, new teams – the Year 7 competition is underway at the School Sport SA Sapsasa Metro Football Carnival. Relive the opening games and conclusion of the Year 6 action in our replays.
Watch the replays: Sapsasa metro footy carnival day four
The cream of Year 7 football talent has battled it out on day four of the School Sport SA Sapsasa Metro Carnival. Catch up on the pick of the action here in our exclusive match replay videos.
Replay: SANFL triple-header
Rewatch the North v West and Sturt v South reserves clashes from Saturday and the Double Blues v Panthers league encounter here.
Watch the replays: Sapsasa metro footy carnival day five
Young guns have stood tall and flags have been decided on the final day of the School Sport SA Sapsasa Metro Football Carnival. Relive 10 crunch clashes here in our match replay videos.
SANFL replay: Magpies v Double Blues
Replay our live stream of the Double Blues’ SANFL clash with Port, and catch up on our under-18 replays.
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