Macleod’s Siena has shot at success
Just three years into her cricket career, Plenty Valley cricketer Siena Ferrara is already a member of the state’s high performance academy.
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Young Niki kicks on with karate
She’s aged just 10 and already a dual national champion. But young karate star Niki Dimou is determined to hit far greater heights, with the Olympics in her sights.
Craigieburn boxer eyes world title after Jeff Horn knockout
Just days after taking down the former world champion in Bendigo, boxer Michael Zerafa was back training at his Craigieburn gym. After his life-changing win, the 27-year-old has now revealed his next big goal.
Thanks, kids, for the inspiration
Inspired by his four children under 10, Sheddy Lebdeh took up taekwondo, started eating healthy foods, trained hard and lost 15kg. Now, he’s the holder of a state taekwondo title and aiming even higher.
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No stopping Teisha shooting hoops
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Karate opponents feel the Byrne
XANDER Byrne is Melbourne’s very own karate kid, with the talented 11-year-old notching two impressive championship wins on his black belt.
Making a splash for Victoria
WHILE most 11-year-olds are fast asleep at 5am, Ron Golombick is preparing to dive into his 5km morning swim
Kendo a Korea move for Harry
HIGHETT’S Harry Reid is a cut above when it comes to kendo.
Aussie scooter champ to defend his title
IT wasn’t until Dylan Morrison’s bike broke that his love affair with scooters began. He wasn’t to know what was ahead for him.
On track to be a running star
THIS 11-year-old from Melbourne’s outer east has only been running competitively for a year, but she’s already smashing records and winning state titles.
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