Goorj backs motivated King Jaylen to reclaim throne
Last season in Sydney, Jaylen Adams struggled to reach the heights of his NBL MVP and championship campaign. New coach Brian Goorjian says he’s motivated to retake his throne.
Womens Basketball
‘Never meant to play again’: LJ’s long road to Olympic history
Lauren Jackson ‘was never meant to play again’ after the 2022 World Cup, now a fifth Olympics is on her radar. The GOAT opens up to MATT LOGUE on her Paris hopes, career fears, Hall of Fame and the Opals bright future.
Aussie power couple chasing history on two fronts in Paris
Superstar basketball couple Anneli Maley and Marena Whittle are set to create powerful history on two counts at the Olympics, as the 3×3 ballers make waves on and off the court.
Opals future star, WNBL favourite on brink of Olympic dream
Young Opal Jade Melbourne says she has left everything out on the court ahead of Olympic team selection. The fan favourite opens up on the ‘sisterhood,’ the Paris dream and experiencing her first WNBA trade.
‘Brighter future’: NBL, Tesla chair, join forces to take on the WNBL
A consortium involving the man behind the NBL’s ascent and the Australian chair of Tesla have joined forces and will take ownership control of the WNBL in 2025.
NBA legend sues Aussie team over statement
Aussie basketball legend Shane Heal has launched a fresh legal battle against his former team the Sydney Flames over a media statement made by the club.
How to become a founding member of Geelong’s WNBL side
You can now become a member of Geelong’s first WNBL team. Here is how you can make history for just $15.
Strategy behind WNBL star’s surprise contract call
Despite opting out of her WNBL contract and with other stars of the league going international, Jade Melbourne has confirmed that she will ‘definitely’ return next season.
Rising Opals and WNBA star set to spark WNBL market frenzy as CBA finalised
21-year-old Jade Melbourne put the basketball world on notice after a shooting masterclass in the WNBA this week. She’s now set to become the WNBL’s most sought after player as she heads to the open market after CBA finalised.
‘Star power’: Opals coach weighs in on divisive Clark snub
Caitlin Clark’s Olympic snubbing is the talk of the basketball world. Opals coach Sandy Brondello chats to MATT LOGUE about the big selection call and the young Australian making waves in the WNBA.
WNBL stars in contract limbo again after latest setback
Amid an unprecedented upheaval in the historic women’s league, the free agency period has been pushed back again leaving dozens of out-of-contract stars in the dark.
WNBL clubs to receive slice of revenue under sale bid
WNBL clubs are set to hugely benefit under a bid to take ownership of a slice of the exposure-starved league from a syndicate led by a former influential figure at NBA club the Philadelphia 76ers.
Opals legend wins Flyers top job
When Cheryl Chambers and Southside parted ways, the master mentor recommended the Flyers consider an Opals legend to be the WNBL club’s next coach. Safe to say, they were impressed.
WNBL sale heats up as rival bidders emerge
A WNBA pioneer and a former NBL franchise owner have teamed up to bid for a slice of the WNBL, reveals MATT LOGUE.
How Opals’ Olympic hopeful found peace from crippling anxiety
Late-blooming Opals Olympic squad member Steph Reid was hit hard by the anxiety of being called the best Aussie point guard in the WNBL. This is how she found peace as an opportunity beckoned in Europe.
Geelong United close to announcing first player signings
The city’s inaugural WNBL coach says he hasn’t been this excited about a new challenge since his days at the Townsville Fire, which resulted in back-to-back titles.
LJ’s WNBA powerhouse the Seattle Storm headed Down Under?
The WNBL is looking to follow the NBL to establish a relationship with its American counterpart as MATT LOGUE reveals Seattle Storm could potentially head to Australia for pre-season games.
Opals star fights through four back fractures in doomed Paris push
Sara Blicavs dreamed of representing the Opals at the Paris Games but injury ended those hopes. Here, she opens up about the brutal spinal fusion surgery which ended her Olympic bid and what it means for her playing future.
WNBL sale a two-horse race as it reaches ‘pointy end’
The historically critical sale of Australia’s oldest women’s sporting competition will soon reach its climax as potential buyers are suiting up to take over the WNBL.
Why Perth could be one and done for HoopsFest
With Perth being locked in to just a one year deal for basketball’s collaborative extravaganza, HoopsFest, the door has been left wide open for the event to travel annually, Super Bowl style.
Basketball to follow festival of sport trend with ‘HoopsFest’
Following the buzz of the AFL’s Gather and NRL’s Magic Rounds, basketball is set for a festival of its own as Basketball Australia and the NBL announce ‘HoopsFest’ set for WA.
Geelong United moves closer to signing WNBL coach
A WNBL championship winning coach is moving closer to being appointed as Geelong United’s senior mentor and two high profile players are being targeted.
Geelong United close to signing inaugural WNBL coach
Geelong United is set to announce its new senior mentor for its debut WNBL season as the organisation’s chief executive outlines what’s next for the budding franchise.
Anstey’s push for Gold Coast based NZ team blocked by BA
NBL legend Chris Anstey has been left ‘disappointed ’ following a push for a Gold Coast team to play in the New Zealand women’s league which was blocked by Basketball Australia.
Boomers players left in limbo and without answers
Boomers forward Penina Davidson is undecided if she will play for another WNBL team or return home to New Zealand after Melbourne Boomers was forced to transfer its WNBL licence.
SHOCK LOSS: Townsville Fire announces departure of two stars
The Townsville Fire have been dealt a double blow with two of the club’s cornerstone players announcing they will not return for the 2024/25 WNBL season. Find out where they’re heading.
‘Kate is a hero’: Why Opal owes so much to her partner
While a life on the road with two young kids at home can be tough for veteran Opal star Sami Whitcomb, she says she wouldn’t swap being a mother for any job in the world as she reflects this Mother’s Day.
Geelong lands another national sporting franchise
Geelong United has officially been unveiled as the WNBL’s newest franchise. Here’s the potential impact locally and those who made the bid possible.
End of an era: Parting BA shot as Boomers’ move sealed
A frustrated Boomers chairman Tony Hallam has fired a parting shot at Basketball Australia after confirmation the WNBL’s oldest club’s license would transfer to Geelong.
WNBL stars in limbo as CBA stalemate delays free agency
A host of WNBL players, headlined by the legendary Lauren Jackson, have been left in limbo after the free agency period was delayed for a second time in just months. Find out why inside.
Opals star’s push for WNBL and NBL to join forces
An Opals star says the WNBL is at a critical juncture and it’s time Australia’s premier basketball women’s league and the thriving NBL have more of a symbiotic relationship.
Australia’s richest people who could come to WNBL’s rescue
The WNBL competition is on a precipice but several of Australia’s millionaires are being mooted as saviours for the league, writes MICHAEL RANDALL and MATT LOGUE.
‘It’s the unknown’: BA under fire for handling of Boomers’ future
Basketball Australia has come under fire for its handling of a bid to save WNBL’s Melbourne Boomers, with some appealing for the organisation to approve a bid immediately.
Cambage handed light fine over ugly ejection
Australian basketball star Liz Cambage has been handed a small fine after being ejected for two ugly incidents – before giving the referee a spray on her way off the court. WATCH what happened.
‘Can’t be right’: Why sport world is furious
US President Joe Biden and sport commentators have condemned the pitiful payday of basketball newest superstar that’s exposed a “jarring” gap.
Jackson’s Olympic dream alive after key Basketball Aus call
Lauren Jackson expressed concerns she may not play at the Paris Games, but a big Basketball Australia decision could hugely affect her dream of a fifth Olympics. Find out more inside.
Revealed: Huge concessions in revamped plan to save WNBL
Basketball Australia has made major concessions on the future of the the struggling WNBL after all eight clubs rejected its offer for a stake in the revamped league.
Near perfect Flyers dominate WNBL decider
A Teal tsunami washed Perth Lynx off the court as Southside Flyers took out the WNBL championship on the back of a remarkable performance.
Tensions hit boiling point ahead of WNBL championship decider
Amid the fallout over a crucial clock bungle and concerns about rough treatment from Game II, the Flyers and Lynx are confident of winning the WNBL championship decider.
‘We’re an afterthought’: The snub fuelling Lynx’s WNBL title hunt
It is the almighty snub which has fuelled a run to the WNBL championship series. MICHAEL RANDALL dives into how the Lynx rallied to be on the cusp of ending a three-decade drought.
Human Torch Atwell’s scorching response to Opals snub
Lauren Jackson’s international retirement may not be final.But it was another WNBL star who put her best foot forward after being overlooked for the Opals.
Melbourne move? Geelong makes play for Boomers WNBL licence
Melbourne Boomers are under threat of relocation with a move underway to move the WNBL club to Geelong, Michael Randall and Jay Clark reveal.
The key issue relegating women’s sport to a ‘second-tier novelty’
Women’s sport faces all manner of barriers when it comes to getting the respect it deserves. But one obstacle, according to Australian Olympic champion Cate Campbell, stands above all others.
‘GOAT status’: Vintage Jackson ignites WNBL finals
Embarrassed by a game-two semi final capitulation, legendary Lauren Jackson wound back the clock with a vintage 38-point explosion that booked Southside into the WNBL grand final.
Fire bundled out in straight sets as Perth advance to WNBL final
Reigning champs shocked as WNBL strugglers eye end of 30-year title drought.
MVP, perfect power forward hand out epic elimination smackdown
An import’s perfect night and a special burst from the WNBL’s MVP has ensured the cross-town semi-final series between Southside and Melbourne will go to an epic decider.
‘Enough is enough’: How Perth can batter its way to WNBL final
The Lynx will look to emulate their brutal physicality when the Townsville Fire come to town for a do-or-die semi-final clash on Sunday.
Fire v Ferr-Aari: Why all the finals pressure’s on reigning champs
Townsville goes into its WNBL semi final clash with Perth a heavy favourite but the Lynx’s fully-fit Ferr-Aari McDonald looms as a major roadblock in the Fire’s quest to go back-to-back.
Embarrassing crowd sours epic GOAT v MVP semi final
It was an epic WNBL semi-final opener that featured the sport’s greatest player and the league’s best. It should have been the hottest ticket in town. So why did no one show up?
‘Invaluable’ asset re-signs with Townsville Fire
Star re-signs as she pledges to give everything she’s got to bring more championships to the Fire.
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