SA footy legend fears coaches are playing down concussion
A former Port Adelaide chief executive and Norwood playing great says some amateur footy coaches are risking players’ health with their handling of concussion.
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$11m pool revamp could kill off local club
An Adelaide aquatic centre would close for a year for an $11m makeover – but a large swimming club says it could be its end.
‘We’ve got to’: Contentious $41m sports centre hits new milestone
A plan to build a controversial $41m sports centre has taken a huge step forward, with the local council seeking to change planning rules to allow it.
Pair’s miraculous escape after horrific head-on crash
Two drivers have somehow avoided serious injury after a dramatic collision which saw one car fly down an embankment and land upside down in a tree.
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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.
Top college and club turn ‘cricket dream’ into a major upgrade reality
A top college in the state’s south has partnered with a prominent community cricket club to establish a new $170,000 cricket facility. See the plans.
Into the Hornet’s nest: JHF on boos, lessons and coming home
Jason Horne-Francis has had plenty of scrutiny in his first two years in the AFL. He opens up about the lessons learnt, his year in Melbourne, the boos from fans and his new hobby.
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.
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