Next level: Local football reaps rewards of SANFL exodus
The competition is set to skyrocket in 2022 bolstered by star ex-SANFL recruits but the chief says the Adelaide Footy League is just getting started.
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SANFL on Covid watch after training session scare
An SANFL club has made its vaccination stance clear as a player tests positive to Covid-19. See what the case means for the club and the competition.
Local leagues face ‘logistics barrier’ over vax call
Football leagues excluded from the SANFL ‘no jab, no play’ policy are calling for a 2022 season guarantee before ruling on their own Covid-19 jab mandates.
Revealed: SA’s Country Cricket Legends Part 2
The selection critics came out firing after we named SA’s 20 top bush Bradmans, now we’re back with the backup team featuring more legendary country cricketers.
Full replays: Watch the State Futsal Championships
The young stars of indoor soccer have battled it out for glory at the Football SA State Futsal Championships. RELIVE the action here in our full replay videos of 32 matches, including finals.
Revealed: Every Ashes player out of SA Premier Cricket clubs
All time greats, cult Aussie heroes and England captains, we’ve compiled the history book on every SA Premier Cricket player to compete for the Ashes urn.
Top ten: Biggest NBL1 off-season moves so far
From MVP departures to iconic coach signings and the return of a female powerhouse of men’s basketball, here are the surprises to hit SA’s top league for 2022.
SANFL makes big call on Covid-19 vax policy
South Australia’s top tier football league has announced its “no jab, no play” plan ahead of season 2022. See what it means for players, staff and officials.
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.
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.
Father and son’s flag dream almost a reality
Old Ignatians coach Damian Boots and his son Sam joined the club three years ago with a plan. Now they are one step away from reaching the club’s first ever division two flag.
‘I didn’t know if I would play footy again’
Two years ago Adam Perryman was diagnosed with cancer but now – after fighting that battle – the Prince Alfred Old Collegians captain will lead his side into another.
Simons’ MVP double-act is one for the ages
In an unforgettable grand final MVP performance – and her first season of senior netball – Sam Simons scored the last second winning goal, just weeks after jagging NB1 Central MVP.
Top 20: SA’s best footy schools ranked, stars profiled
Which Adelaide school has produced the best footballers? Matt Turner ranks the top 20 school teams and profiles every player in the best 22.
Replay: Hockey SA Premier League finals
The Hockey SA Premier League finals began with a bang on the weekend. Watch the full replays of all four men’s and women’s matches right here.
Rampaging Glenunga surges into yet another decider
Glenunga has put together a huge third term to beat Sacred Heart Old Collegians and solidify its spot against an impressive Old Ignatians in the division two grand final.
One court, three generations: Lock Roos make netball history
Netballers Lili Tiller, Sally Potter and Joz Phelps all played in the same game for the Lock Roos, marking a momentous day in the club’s history.
SA’s Greatest School Footy Teams: Scotch College, Plympton High
We reveal Scotch College and Plympton High’s all-time best 22s, which both boast plenty of AFL talent and SANFL stars. See who made the cut and how they stack up against the other schools.
Local footy’s best set for ‘do or die’ finals series
There will be no second chances when the Adelaide Footy League’s top four clubs clash to begin the finals this Saturday. See what their leaders had to say.
Midfield dynamo sets sights on AFL
Young gun and AFL Draft hopeful Hugh Jackson has paid homage to his alma mater, Rostrevor, which he says set him up for a massive 2021.
Contax and Matrics to lock horns in third straight grand final
Two netball SA juggernauts will go head to head in the Premier League Grand Final for the third straight year, while South Adelaide faces Matrics in the reserves tonight.
Replay package: Sapsasa Year 7 country and metro soccer carnivals
Catch the pick of the replays from the Schools SA Sapsasa Year 7 country carnival action here.
Govt backflips on contentious Sapsasa plan
The much-maligned plan to limit private school participation in the state’s top junior sporting competition has been ditched, only days after it was first made public.
Meet the young gun gymnasts set for stardom
Glenelg Primary School gymnasts Chloe Sharpe and Charlie Haigh have dominated their sport recently and now have the chance to win a School Sports Award.
Watch the replays: Sapsasa soccer carnival
The School Sport SA Sapsasa soccer carnival was on this week. Watch replays of all the action from Wednesday to Friday right here.
Private primary schools could take sport participation hit
South Australia’s sporting future is at stake, under new rules private school principals say will limit their students’ participation in Sapsasa competitions.
Sacred Heart wins 2021 knockout All Schools Cup
Sacred Heart College had control from start to finish against Henley High School in the All Schools Cup knockout grand final. Read the match reports here.
Replay: School Sport SA open hockey finals
The hockey stars of the future have battled it out at the School Sport SA open boys’ and girls’ finals. Replay all 22 matches here.
Live stream: School Sport SA hockey finals
Get set for a massive Monday of hockey action, as we live stream all 22 games from the School Sport SA open boys’ and girls’ finals. See how to watch here.
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.
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