Fabulous five join Falcons’ special flag club
Some footballers can go through a career without winning a single premiership. Others have a bit more luck, like these five Flagstaff Hill players who have a remarkable record of flags.
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By Gum, look who’s out of retirement and now a Crow
Star SA footballer Courtney Gum is “excited” to be part of Adelaide’s 2020 AFLW premiership defence, confirming she has shelved retirement plans after the Crows declared their interest.
Southern Football League clubs back embattled Cobras
Rival clubs have thrown their support behind a team which was kicked out of its home by Marion Council following claims of “sexual harassment and inappropriate behaviour”.
A big, big sound from the … south of the town?
Is there a new club entering the Southern Football League in 2020? If you believe the Facebook page of the Seaford Giants there is but the SFL says otherwise.
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Batting journeyman reaches flag destination
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A victory for the south
LONG-TIME Southern District president Harvey Jolly struggles to contain his emotions when asked what the club’s first A-grade cricket flag means to the Stingrays.
Minnows eyeing a scalp in FFA Cup debut
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Contenders set to shine in new look league
THE introduction of a finals series has SA women’s soccer contenders hopeful of dislodging the big two this year.
Why footy’s little guys need SANFL support
LET’S face it, the world is cutthroat and junior football is no exception, writes dad and former Under-13s coach Shaun Hollis: Here’s why he reckons the SANFL must do all it can to protect small clubs.
Ryan gets ready to rock along the track
RYAN Williams’s plan for this Saturday’s Flagstaff Gift athletics meet is unique – run fast then sing alternative-rock hits.
Local stars kick off Premier League soccer season
THE state’s top soccer talent begin their quest for glory when the SA Premier League season kicks off this weekend. Read on for our complete guide.
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