‘Pretty insulting’: SA cricket royalty fire back at Gillespie’s parting shot
SACA Premier Cricket club coaches have hit back at criticism from departing state coach Jason Gillespie, who left the role with a stinging rebuke on the way out.
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Deep dive: Stars to watch at Aus Interschool Surfing Titles
More than 2000 of the country’s best young surfers will compete in the inaugural Australian Interschools Surfing Championships on the Gold Coast. We reveal the must-watch stars who will make history here.
Ex-AFL player & Div 1 US College stars: Flag Football Nationals guide
Teams from across the country will descend on Brisbane this weekend for Australia’s biggest Flag Football Nationals to date. Packed with cross-code names, get a full breakdown of every state’s roster plus the players you can’t miss. Full details inside.
Footy club kicks off at council over Hills caravan park plans
An affordable caravan park would be developed in the Hills – but it could pose an issue for the local footy club. See the plans.
Teen giant could be Australia’s new Wemby
He’s just 16-years-old and has only been playing basketball for two years, but standing 225cm tall, Jongkuch Mach can already look down on NBA superstar Victor Wembanyama.
Australia name team for ISA World Junior Surf Champs
One month out from the event, Australia has announced it’s team of 12 for the 2024 ISA World Junior Surfing Championship to be held in El Salvador this May. Full details and team inside:
National Netball Champs 2024: NSW unveiled, Crombie’s bid for one better
The 2024 National Netball Championships are fast approaching. While NSW reveal their new and returning names, one of Queensland’s top shooters is candid with the fact she has unfinished business on the national stage. Full story inside:
Revealed: Players you need to watch at National Netball Championships
Future Diamonds will shine on the court at the National Netball Championships. Find out which players you should be keeping an eye on during the week-long tournament.
Day, Rogers claim Summer of Surf series win after Classic finish
Surfers Paradise’s Ali Day and Maroochydore’s Tiarnee Massie have claimed the day two Ironman and Ironwoman titles at the Shannon Eckstein Classic at BMD Northcliffe. See howthe two day event unfolded.
Sons of guns on parade as new SANFL talent league kicks off
The progeny of some of SA’s biggest footballing names – including potential future AFL father-sons – will take to the field this weekend for the launch of a new talent league.
‘Bite the bullet’: Male signs with semi-pro female netball club
A semi-professional netball club has made history by becoming the first in its state to sign a male to its female side in a move that could shake up the sport in 2024. Hear from the player here
Austin’s powers: NBA beckons for new Rapp star
Australia’s two best basketball prospects lined up on each with 1.2 seconds left on the clock and a national title on the line. What happened next now has both of them squarely in the eyes of NBA scouts.
Named: 36 players making a big difference in 2023-24 NTFL season
From former AFL stars to some of the best state league players, we take a look at the top interstaters from across the country in the NTFL this season. See the list.
Champions crowned, top players at National Futsal Championships
The 2024 National Futsal Championships have drawn to a close after five days of exciting play at the Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre. We reveal the top performers from every age group in every state.
‘Taken at such a young age’: Anguish at Ashleigh’s funeral
Local women’s football hero Ashleigh Young will remain “forever young”, as mourners bid farewell at her funeral and said they’d be “forever changed”.
Local women’s footy hero dies aged 31
An influential and passionate figure who inspired hundreds of female athletes has died surrounded by friends and family, leaving an “immense hole” in the sporting community.
In pictures: Aus Volleyball Schools Cup finals
AVSC has wrapped up for another year on the Gold Coast, with some schools more successful than others. Check out the finals gallery for the open honours boys plus year 11 and year 10 girls honours. 80+ pics inside:
Finals game changers: Aus Volleyball Schools Cup hub
Finals have arrived at the Australian Volleyball Schools Cup as day five of the action gets underway. Who are the game changers for your school? Discover the top players, biggest moments and see our photo galleries here
Can the SANFL survive without Port and the Crows?
As Port Adelaide ups the ante in its push to leave the SANFL, the league has spoken on what the possible departure of the Magpies and Crows from the competition would mean.
3-2-1: AVSC day 2 top moments reviewed
It started with a Western Australian Derby and ended in an emotional underdog triumph. See the top three moments at Australian Volleyball Schools Cup day 2, 2023. Full details:
Olympics bound: Top young Aussie baseballers destined for 2028 Games
Baseball’s inclusion in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games has opened the door for the next generation of Aussie players to play for a gold medal. Meet the young guns who could represent Australia at the Games.
‘No value put on my son’s life’: Mum’s legal fight over footy player’s death
Young Hills footballer Antonio Loiacono died after a sickening on-field collision – now his mother is set to launch legal action against the SANFL over its handling of previous concussions.
Vote: The best dunk of the NBL1 Central season
The high flyers put on a show in the 2023 NBL1 Central season and now we’ve compiled a dunks package of the best. Vote for your favourite.
WA local gun secures another Strike League win for Cyclones
A West Australian local star has followed a match-winning knock on Sunday with another top performance. See the Round 2 wrap of the Strike League here.
Future stars revealed: The best under-12 cricketers in the country
Australia could be claiming world titles for many years to come with the talent coming through at grassroots level. Meet the emerging youngsters from every corner of the country who are shining bright.
Gather… somewhere else: Anzac Day clash forced from Mount Barker Oval
The Hills Footy League Anzac Day clash has been forced to move from Mount Barker Oval due to mess left from the AFL Gather Round.
Why Adelaide’s Gather Round is already better than NRL version
The AFL has left open the possibility of its Gather Round returning to Adelaide in 2024, while also declaring they have already surpassed the NRL’s equivalent Magic Round.
Former Redleg docks back home for Gather Round
A favourite son of the Norwood Football Club will return home to The Parade this week for the first time in a decade. But this time he’s donning the purple and black.
Disgraced AFL guns set for return: VFL Round 2 talking points
Two of the AFL’s disgraced young guns will make a return to football via the VFL this weekend. Check out the biggest talking points ahead of Round 2.
New sport to hit elite Adelaide college’s footy field
One of SA’s most prestigious schools is introducing a new sport to its footy field – one that uses a possum-skin ball and some old rules.
Football Australia to ‘review’ controversial NPL policy
Football Australia has unveiled the details of its review into a policy criticized as “a load of crap” by leading NPL coaches who are pushing for its removal.
REVEALED: Aus Volleyball Schools Cup’s best players
On the back of the Australian Volleyball Schools Cup, we reveal the best young players from around the country. SEE THEM HERE
Revealed: Australia’s next motorsport talents
Start your engines! Hot on the heels of Piastri, Ricciardo, Doohan, Jones and Brabham we rev up the next generation of Australian motorsport heroes who will be tearing up the track for years to come.
Socceroo maker calls for NPL club in north like SANFL and SACA
The first coach of Socceroo Riley McGree has called for Football South Australia to align with the SANFL and SACA in having a top-division club from the northern suburbs.
Socceroo origins: Where every Australian player started
During the World Cup the Socceroos will be Australian superheroes. Like all heroes, they need a good origin story. We track the junior steps of each of the 26 soccer stars wearing the green and gold.
Mass exodus confirms death of grassroots footy, netball league
Four clubs have now exited a local footy and netball league — leaving just two remaining — with the competition confirming it will no longer continue in 2023.
Where it all began for 2022 AFL Grand Final stars
Find out how the stars of the AFL Grand Final reached the biggest stage as we look at the junior footy pathway of Geelong and Sydney players.
‘It’s a way of life’: SA towns set to lose beloved footy, netball teams
Several country towns have been left devastated by news a grassroots football and netball competition is set to fold, with the league confirming it’s only a slim chance of continuing in 2023.
First look: $14m grandstand plans for surging footy club
Fresh off an undefeated premiership victory, this booming amateur football club are already taking their next step up the ranks with a clubroom boost. See the plans.
Listed: The must-watch Indigenous players in local SA footy
From electric midfielders to goal-kicking machines, we’ve picked the must-watch indigenous players in local footy to celebrate Indigenous Sport Month.
All-Australian status: Meet SA’s next generation of footy stars
After going undefeated in the under-18 AFLW National Championships, SA has dominated All-Australian selection with eight representatives. See who made the cut.
‘Keyboard warriors’ trigger Baseball SA staff resignation
A “tirade” of phone calls, social media comments and potential game day abuse from fans forced a highly valued worker to quit, according to Baseball SA’s boss.
SA’s most picturesque cricket grounds: Andrew Capel’s Top 5
Our look at SA’s 25 most picturesque cricket grounds inspired some spirited debate from readers. So much so, sports writer Andrew Capel has revisited the list to pick his Top 5.
Marvellous! SA’s most picturesque cricket grounds
Adelaide Oval is one of the most beautiful cricket grounds in the world but South Australia is littered with other picturesque venues. Here’s our A to Z list of 25 of the best.
Star athlete speeds into world championships
A SA teenage race-walker will hit the track on the world stage next week after being selected for the national team.
Bachelorette star powers up footy team with strong signings
A division one Adelaide Footy League club has its eyes on the top prize after active recruitment in the preseason, according to its Bachelorette star coach.
80 spots available: How your child can join ‘amazing’ netball academy
Young regional and metropolitan netballers will have the chance to train with the best in 2022. Here’s how your child can score a spot.
Watch all the replays: Invitational Challenge junior basketball
Watch 21 replays from the past four days of the Adelaide Invitational Challenge basketball tournament, including the under-16 girls final and third place play-off.
Revealed: The Limestone Coast’s young sport stars to watch
From superstar runners to AFL prospects and everything in between, these are the top young Limestone Coast athletes to look out for in 2022. See the full list.
Schoolkid by day, A-League’s youngest goalkeeper by night
When he was called on to the field for Adelaide United, this 16-year-old was “in shock”. Now he’s made history as the youngest men’s A-League goalkeeper.
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