Geelong United lands AFLW superstar in huge coup
Geelong United has added one of the country’s most decorated dual athletes Monique Conti to its inaugural roster, with Conti lining up in the AFLW before returning to the basketball court.
Womens Basketball
Full metal Jackson: How basketball GOAT saved the Opals’ culture
It took four screws and two titanium plates to rebuild the legend that is Lauren Jackson, and in turn, it has rebuilt the culture of the Opals, as they fight for a podium return in Paris.
Injury cursed Opal left ‘shattered’ after remarkable comeback
Bec Allen’s injury curse has left her ‘shattered’ after a remarkable comeback from broken ribs and a collapsed lung. The shooter opens up on the brutal road back, and the core Opals group who can lead them back to the podium.
‘Stay in the mix’: Gutsy call earns Opal late Olympic reprieve
Called in to help the Opals prepare for Paris after being dumped from the squad, Amy Atwell’s Olympic hopes were slim — but not none. Here’s how the Aussie sharpshooter stayed ready.
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TV interview cut as punch-up breaks out
All hell has broken loose at the women’s basketball World Cup as a fight broke out between teammates in the middle of a live interview.
‘Absolute insanity’: Aussies win at World Cup
Australia is now guaranteed a spot in the quarter-finals of the women’s basketball World Cup with a thrilling win over Canada.
Ezi does it: Heroes everywhere but Magbegor is Opals’ saviour
Ezi Magbegor produced the most important performance of her international career as the Opals withstood a physical Canada to claim a vital win in a rollercoaster. HOW IT HAPPENED
Extent of Opals star’s injury revealed
There were fears for Bec Allen after a hit to the ribs. Now Basketball Australia has revealed the extent of her injury.
Aussie stars wounded in brutal bloodbath
The Opals claimed a crucial win over Serbia at the basketball World Cup, but the victory was soured by a brutal injury to a key star.
Team USA’s touching tribute to jailed star
Team USA’s FIBA World Cup campaign is underway, the powerhouse handing out a hammering amid a touching tribute to star Brittney Griner, who has been jailed in Russia.
America’s bold jersey stance says it all
Team USA says Brittney Griner’s jersey won’t be worn at the World Cup, as calls continue for the star to be released from a Russian prison.
‘Rough’: Star spills on ugly Cambage split
Former Opals captain Jenna O’Hea says she’s still getting over Liz Cambage’s shock meltdown on the eve of last year’s Tokyo Olympics.
‘We can rebound’: France ruins return but GOAT stays positive
Lauren Jackson sat on the bench for most of the second half before attempting to rescue the Opals in their time of need. The French had other ideas. How the GOAT fared in her return.
Aussie basketball diaspora gives Opals Cup edge
Australians are coaching and playing in the toughest basketball leagues around the world providing the hosts with a valuable edge in the FIBA Women’s World Cup.
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