Coach: How Raygun trolling impacted my teenage star’s debut
An Australian Olympic breaking coach has claimed worldwide backlash had a “ridiculous” impact on his teenage star’s own performance in Paris.
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‘Genuine history here’: NBL return on the cards for Queensland club
A stunning return to the National Basketball League could be on the cards for Gold Coast if the Rollers can secure a stadium in one of the city’s major sporting precincts. Read the full story:
Sister trio ‘ecstatic’ as all three stare down national hockey glory
Three North Coast sisters, two of them twins, have been picked to compete in the U18 Australian Championships on the Gold Coast, among other skilful regional players.
‘My time done’: Dropped Rebels rookie to Aussie debut in fortnight
A former Melbourne Rebel who was dumped in the dark days of COVID-19 has made a stunning turnaround and is now representing Australia. Read his story.
‘Pretty throaty one’: Teen’s incredible feat at Aus Interschools Surf champs
Queensland and New South Waled have swept up at the inaugural Australian Interschools Surfing Championships this week. Hear from one junior winner on his incredible feat, plus see which Gold Coast school walked away as overall champions. Full story inside:
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.
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.
‘Never give up’: Disabled surfers smash it at adaptive surf contest
An inspiring North Coast disabled boardrider joined more than 120 surfers from 16 countries at Byron Bay for the Australian Pro Adaptive Surfing Championships. Check out the video.
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.
Two-time Dally M coach returns to roots on North Coast
Brian Smith – two-time Dally M Coach of the Year – has answered the call to take up a coaching role in a footy-mad little North Coast town amid a club leadership shake-up.
‘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
NRL greats lineup for 2024 Nines Premier League
Cyclone Kirrily has ruled out the likes of Matt Bowen and Josh Dugan but over 50 NRL greats will still feature in the 2024 Nines Premier League as rugby league returns to the Gold Coast. Discover who will line up here.
‘Truly a special one’: Fans pay tribute to Grand Prix racer
Fans have flocked to Facebook to share tributes following the death of a former Aussie motorcycle racing sensation who became the youngest rider to win a World Superbike race before spiralling into an existence of drugs and crime. Details here:
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.
Players of the Tournament revealed at AVSC 2023
The Australian Volleyball Schools Cup is well underway on the Gold Coast for 2023. We reveal the top players from every team in the Open and Year 11 Honours plus Division 1. See the full list here:
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
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:
‘Ultimate spin-off’ at mega wheelchair basketball tournament
A Paralympic athlete will be calling the shots at Grafton’s first inter-school wheelchair basketball tournament dubbed “the ultimate spin-off”. Here’s why this week’s event is so important.
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.
Wallaby Origins: The clubs, schools that produced World Cup stars
They are the giants of Australian rugby ready to represent the Wallabies on the game’s grandest stage, but to the local clubs and schools that nurtured them, they are so much more.
Sam Kerr named ‘most marketable’ athlete
If Sam Kerr’s legendary strike at goal in the World Cup semi-final taught us anything, it’s that she is a super star. Now a survey has named her most marketable athlete in Australia.
Pictures: Clarence netball club cleans up at state titles
Clarence Valley teenagers have rocked the room at the state junior netball championships. Hear from the coaches and players who made it happen.
Rugby legend eyes finals glory for revived club
Alstonville-bred rugby legend Alex Gibbon has returned to his roots after a successful career in the game but he hasn’t quite hung up his boots. See what the former Australian Sevens and Queensland Reds winger is up to locally.
Teen baseballer has sights set on the international stage
Third generation baseball catcher Cain McClelland wants the golden contract to play in the big time. Read what he is doing to get there.
Flashback gallery: Relive North Coast grand final glory
We have trawled our archives to find the best images from Group 2 and Northern Rivers Regional Rugby League grand finals over the years. Were you among the winners?
Flashback gallery: The best of North Coast grand final footy
With the Group 2 and Northern Rivers Regional Rugby League seasons fast approaching, relive the excitement from the best grand finals in North Coast footy history through this 30-pic gallery.
Rising stars: 21 North Coast hockey stars take on Australia’s best
The North Coast’s standout hockey players are auditioning to be Australia’s next stars at youth championships in Cairns. SEE THE FULL LIST
‘Come home’: Grandfather’s last words made Kelly an All-Star
Albert Kelly was away from the NRL spotlight for almost eight years but his grandfather’s dying words stirred a revival in him to make the Indigenous All-Stars. Here’s what he said.
Murwillumbah filly favourite for Royal Randwick
Murwillumbah trainer David Mccolm rejected an $800,000 offer for his horse Far Too Easy last year, now his decision is paying off. Here’s why.
North Coast footy stars gun for AFLW deals
The Sydney Swans are recruiting for their inaugural AFLW side and they are starting with talent from the North Coast. Here are the players in the running for a contract.
‘Try machine’: Old school mates reunite in league rep team
A rising rugby union star is seeing where a code swap will take her after being selected in the Northern Rivers Titan’s open women’s rugby league squad.
Bold move puts North Coast cricketer on cusp of IPL stardom
An 18-year old Grafton junior has entered the Indian Premier League auction despite having never played first class or T20 cricket. It could prove to be a stroke of genius.
Australia’s next ironwoman revealed after gold blitz
The next ironman and ironwoman might have been unearthed on the North Coast after an outstanding run at the Country Surf Life Saving Championships. See all the winners.
Meet the cricket young guns dominating the North Coast
A group of teenage cricketers from the North Coast are demanding attention from Cricket Australia with standout performances for NSW. Find out who they are.
Full list: North Coast footy stars set to light up NRL in 2022
From Coffs to Tweed, here are 16 homegrown footy stars set to light up the NRL in 2022, including a few who pundits might be calling “the next big thing”. See the full list.
Far North Coast Baseball well represented in National Showcase
Three Far North Coast Baseball players have been selected to strut their stuff for both Australian and American talent scouts in the Baseball NSW National Showcase in Sydney.
Sydney Sixers in ‘Barefoot Circle’ of respect at Coffs Harbour
The Sydney Sixers have arrived in Coffs Harbour for their crucial Big Bash League (BBL) cricket match on New Year’s Day – and one of their first actions underlined the sport’s focus to celebrate Indigenous Australia.
Gallery: Round 1 NSW Waratahs North Coast 7s
Eight men’s teams and six women’s teams competed against one another on Saturday in the hopes of one day winning the inaugural NSW Waratahs North Coast 7s. Check out all the action on and off the field.
Lockdown limbo: Sporting clubs make their finals plans
Some are sticking to their finals format, other clubs have abandoned their seasons altogether. Find out what your code is doing here.
Shelton triple treat as his Kosciuszko chances begin to climb
Local trainer took full advantage of racing on his home track to claim three wins, the feature being Kosciuszko chance Tara Jasmine.
‘Dramatic day’: Snap lockdown throws finals into the unknown
Leader says Saturday was up there with one of the most dramatic days of his career as Twitter feeds prompt mass cancellations moments before kick off.
Hockey keeps Holly’s wishes and spirit alive for generations to come
Her final words of wisdom touched the world, and a committed group of players is ensuring her legacy and memory lives long into the future to help others
Local sports pivot as lockdowns surround Coffs/Clarence
Some of the region’s biggest winter sporting competitions have announced changes as Covid restrictions tighten in neighbouring areas
Passing the baton: Livermore eyes Olympic past, present and future
Olympic hockey final reminds former captain of the lows and highs of the sport as he looks to the next generation of Australian hockey, and how his 2004 gold might not be his last Olympic dream
Ghosts v Rebels: Find your face in our gallery
The Ghosts hosted the Rebels in a mouth-watering arch rivalry at Frank McGuren Field on Sunday. See if our photographer captured you watching all the action.
REPLAYS: Day 2 Big Hockey Hit Out
Watch replays of Hockey Queensland’s four Saturday morning games. Saturday night’s fixtures and Sunday’s finals have been postponed due to the COVID-19 crisis. SEE REPLAYS HERE
Mega gallery: 50+ photos of junior sport this weekend
There might be gold aplenty at the Olympics, but for our future sporting stars, they were out and about in the Lower Clarence going for their own golden moments for their team. Take a look at the photos
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