‘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.
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Live stream: South Australia’s rising stars battle for court crowns
The best young players from across regional South Australia will take over the courts in December with state glory going on the line. Find out how you can watch the action LIVE and see the schedule.
Hills council losing $400k a year on ‘expensive’ flagship oval
This oval and sports park cost $23m – but now ratepayers are spending big as it often sits empty because leagues and club say it costs too much to hire.
Former draft hopeful set for Coast return
Southport has signed a former draft hopeful looking to reignite his AFL dream after four years in the SANFL. More here.
Former Crow lands plum new coaching role
Delisted Crow Ned McHenry will remain in Adelaide in 2025 after signing on as a playing coach in local footy.
Revealed: The 2024 SA School Sports Awards finalists
The countdown is on for the annual celebration of South Australia’s student sport talents. Here are the young guns who have made the final cut.
Rumour Mill: Ex-AFL, SANFL stars who could play local SA footy
Local SA footy silly season is here and a number of big name players could be set to join a community club for 2025. Read everything we’ve heard through the rumour mill.
Revealed: SA baseball’s top 30 young guns of 2024-2025
SA has developed a reputation for producing top-end baseball talent and with the 2024-2025 season now upon us we’ve listed the state’s top 30 young guns. See who made the cut.
30+ names: Top performers of flag football nationals revealed
Emotions ran high as Kew Primary School were crowned flag football national champions. Discover every team’s top performers who could be on the path to Olympic glory.
How to nominate for 2024 SA School Sports Awards
Nominations for the 2024 SA School Sports Awards close this Sunday. See how to nominate an individual, team or student official for an award right here.
Ranked: The Adelaide Footy League’s top 30 clubs of 2024
We’ve looked back at the 2024 local footy season to rank the 30 best Adelaide Footy League clubs. See who made the cut.
‘Dad got things done’: Beloved Norwood legend farewelled
A Norwood Football Club legend has been farewelled by friends and family at the club he loved.
‘Very excited’: Former AFL ruck makes call on local footy future
An AFL premiership player and former Port Adelaide ruck has made a decision on his local SA footy future after winning a division one Adelaide Footy League flag in 2024.
Massive $16.5m makeover under council’s renovation revolution
An Adelaide council will upgrade its oval and completely replace two ageing recreation and bowling clubs under a $16.5m plan. See the images.
Hidden gem, athlete’s pneumonia: Hockey One Rnd 3 talking points
A hidden gem previously overlooked by one state is flourishing with a rival while another player has battled past walking pneumonia in order to give her side a chance in round three of the Hockey One series. Discover the biggest news from the weekend here.
Swimming for gold: SA young gun nominated for major award
One of SA’s most promising young swimmers has been nominated for an SA School Sports Award after an impressive year in the pool. See how to nominate here.
Ranked: Top 40 SA country footy clubs of 2024
We’ve looked back at the 2024 season to rank the 40 best country clubs from across the state. See who made the list.
Revealed: Top SACA Premier Cricket players of the week
SACA Premier Cricket season is in full swing and a number of stars produced strong performances over the weekend. Here are our top players of the week.
Watch replays: Unbeaten Airport clinch Sapsasa footy crown
Airport has capped off a perfect week with a Division 1 crown while two impressive regions could not be split for the Division 3 title. Watch all the REPLAYS from a big week on the fields.
Triple threat: Falcons swoop on SANFL talent for season 2025
A division one Adelaide Footy league club has added a Norwood premiership midfielder and two other former SANFL players as it aims to go all the way in season 2025.
Review debate, champions decimated: Hockey One highlights
Calls have been made to introduce a goal review system into the Hockey One league while one of the competition’s champions has been decimated by injury and unavailability. Read the biggest storylines from round two here.
Former AFL player, local SA footy superstar joins new club for 2025
A former AFL player has joined a new outfit ahead of season 2025 after leading his club to an epic 2024 premiership win in one of the biggest local footy player moves so far.
Former TSL premiership star signs with SANFL club
A premiership star of the new defunct Tasmanian State League has signed with a South Australian powerhouse for 2025. See the details.
‘Really keen’: Dual Mail Medallist joins division one club
A former SANFL midfielder and dual Mail Medallist has joined a division one Adelaide Footy League club in a major move ahead of season 2025.
Revealed: Every new local SA footy coach and current vacancies
Local SA footy pre-season is approaching and many teams will be preparing for 2025 under new senior coaches. See every new appointment and the current vacancies across the state.
Revealed: Top SACA Premier Cricket players of the week
A number of star local cricketers dominated as the 2024/2025 SACA Premier Cricket season got underway over the weekend. See our top performers of the week.
Revealed: Top SACA Premier Cricket clashes to watch in season 2024/2025
SACA Premier Cricket season is here and we’ve got the games you do not want to miss across every division for 2024/2025.
‘It’s really exciting’: Eagles star joins local footy club for 2025
A former Crow and SANFL premiership captain has joined a local SA footy club for season 2025 after retiring from the League level.
New Recruits: Every local SA footy player move so far
The local footy silly season is underway and a number of big names have joined new clubs for 2025. See every move across the state’s country and suburban competitions so far.
Watch replays: Farmer, Reddaway star on huge final day at SANFL Girls Intrastate Carnival
The Roosters have capped off a perfect week on the footy fields while a Woodville-West Torrens junior soared above the competition on a thrilling final day. Watch all the REPLAYS from the SANFL Girls Intrastate Carnival.
Revealed: Top SACA Premier Cricket players to watch in 2024/2025
From new recruits to rising stars and champions of the competition – we’ve picked the men’s and women’s players to watch this SACA Premier Cricket season. See who made the cut.
REPLAYS: Australian Junior Hardcourt Tennis Championships, Day 6
The top seeds put on a show of collective strength to dominate the final day of one of Tennis Australia’s flagship junior tournaments. Check out all the REPLAYS from the week-long event.
Bonner makes call on SA footy rumours ahead of 2025
Former Port Adelaide and St Kilda defender Riley Bonner has addressed rumours of a return to SA footy as well as his hopes for the future after being delisted by the Saints.
WAGs to riches: Why this group of women don’t play second fiddle
From boxing instructors to luxury car service concierges, here is what SA’s most notable AFL WAGs do for a living, when they aren’t supporting their favourite players.
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