‘Proud’ Caslick ready for Wallaroos debut
Charlotte Caslick’s switch from sevens to the Wallaroos has been “daunting” but rewarding as she prepares for a likely Test debut.
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Caslick set for Wallaroos debut
Six uncapped players, including Sevens star Charlotte Caslick, have been named in the Wallaroos squad for Saturday’s Test against Fijiana in Suva.
Government called in to save historic WNBL team
All Adelaide Lightning players have been released from their contracts as the prospect of a WNBL season without a South Australian club reaches the state’s highest level of government.
Caslick edging closer to World Cup dream
Sevens great Charlotte Caslick could make her Test debut for the Wallaroos on Saturday in Suva.
Top Aussie surfer’s big call on teen wildcard – as Bells round of 16 calls
Aussie surfer Molly Picklum was on the receiving end of Ellie Harrison’s breakout Rip Curl Pro performance last year – with the 19-year-old picking up where she left off during Friday’s opening heats.
‘Skinniest is best’: Cate Campbell’s body image, self loathing demons
Olympic swimming legend Cate Campbell has opened up about how she fell into a spiral of disordered eating as a teenager where it was a constant battle to have “more than a carrot for dinner”.
‘A crucial step’: WNBL boss breaks silence on ownership battle
After months of negotiation between new ownership and WNBL clubs, CEO Jennie Sager has broken her silence, declaring the next era ‘a crucial step’ in unlocking basketball’s full potential.
Matildas star suffers ruptured ACL injury
Mary Fowler has vowed to ‘stay positive’ following confirmation that the Matildas star has suffered a ruptured ACL injury.
Consolation win for Australia
Playing for pride, Australia bounced back from its loss to Kazakhstan with a win over Colombia in the Billie Jean King Cup Group D qualifier in Brisbane.
Maroons forced to make changes in bid to save Origin series
After humiliation on home turf in the series opener, Queensland coach Tahnee Norris has been forced to shuffle her team for Origin II, including a recall for a star forward. SEE THE TEAMS.
Blues stars cleared of injury concerns ahead of Origin II
NSW are set to be full strength for State of Origin II next Thursday night as they prepare to claim the shield for the first time in three years.
Shock update in Origin eye-gouge allegation
The opening match of this year’s Women’s State of Origin showdown has been rocked by a shock accusation in Brisbane.
Maroons great announces rep footy retirement
Tazmin Rapana was a notable absence from the Queensland women’s team for Origin I, and she’s now announced her retirement from representative football.
More double-headers planned for early part of AFLW season
The AFLW will aim for more double-headers during the six-week crossover with the men’s season, but the fixture won’t be revealed for another month – leaving clubs and players livid.
AFLW fixture still weeks away as season nears
The AFLW season will start in 100 days but the full fixture is weeks away from being finalised although one key change has been confirmed.
Melbourne footy powerhouse in danger of folding amid exodus
Melbourne University Women’s Football Club is one of the oldest and most influential women’s clubs in the country – but yet it may have folded if not for unprecedented intervention from the league.
Slip-up, media storm, redemption: Ex-Swan on AFLW drug ban
Paige Sheppard was the first AFLW player charged with drug possession, but with best mate Lisa Steane by her side the duo has gone from delisted Swans to reborn stars in WA. She breaks her silence to Eliza Reilly.
‘Urgent’ call for Netball Australia to better handle complaints
The Australian Netball Players Association says it has been contacted by other players making complaints about their ‘treatment in netball’ following Remi Kamo detailing her experience of the complaints process.
How netball star defied career-ending pregnancy prediction
When Hulita Veve announced her first pregnancy, just after the Firebirds won the title, she was told it would end her career. Nearly a decade on, she’s still proving the doubters wrong.
Super Netball star’s epic 8-hour trek across 3 countries for a game
Geva Mentor never thought she would still be playing at the age of 40. She opens up on the extraordinary lengths she’s going to to keep her netball career going, the Super League ‘shambles’ and leaving her frozen eggs behind in Australia.
The race to 9000 goals: Super Netball’s epic duel
They are the two most prolific goalscorers across the ANZ Premiership and Super Netball era. And now they are locked in a head-to-head battle to become the first player to sink 9000 national league goals.
Time to evolve: Voll hints at new-look power game for 2025 season
A stunning international debut last year announced Georgia Voll as a future superstar of Australian cricket. The best however is yet to come for the 21-year-old batting powerhouse.
World Cup winner loses CA contract
A six-time World Cup winner who for a long time was the world’s No.1 T20 bowler couldn’t make her way onto Cricket Australia’s contract list.
Gardner ruled out of T20 series
A Queensland all-rounder has been rewarded for her good form by being named as the replacement for the injured Ashleigh Gardner in Australia’s T20 squad.
Breakers land major coup as rich get richer ahead of title defence
The rich are getting richer. Fresh from bringing superstar Ellyse Perry back to NSW, the Breakers are on the verge of adding another high-profile recruit for their title defence.
Watch now: Netball SA Premier League, Tango v South Adelaide
While it hasn’t been the start to the Netball SA Premier League season they’d hoped for, South Adelaide are confident they can turn the tide against Tango on Friday night. Watch it LIVE.
Live stream: How Super Netball link is helping young Cavs thrive
Fresh off a training stint with the Adelaide Thunderbirds, Sophie Brewer is focused on helping the Cavaliers stay unbeaten when they meet Devon on Saturday. Watch LIVE TNL here.
Replays: Boroondara Express v Geelong Cougars, VNL Round 8
The Geelong Cougars were always going to have their work cut out against title contenders Boroondara Express. See how they fared in the C’ship and 23&Under. Watch both REPLAYS.
Watch replay: Cripps heap further pain on winless Flames
While Karana headed into its round 12 matchup with confidence, it was quickly evaporated by a dangerous trio of Cripps Waratah shooters. Watch the full REPLAY here.
Insight
America’s Cup women gearing up for new fight after shock loss
Shocked Australian sailors hugged and cried when bundled out of the women’s America’s Cup. A quick reset and they were gearing up for a new fight – and another crack at winning the event
‘Structural imbalance’ plagues women’s sport in Australia
2023 was a banner year for women’s sport in Australia, with the rise of the Matildas and the domination of our swimmers. But to those behind the scenes, there’s still plenty more to do.
Watch replay: Lane steps up to drive Women in Sport agenda
AFLW legend Daisy Pearce has seen plenty of change for women in sport in her lifetime, but she believes there is a long way to go. Watch the sporting icon lead a discussion with sports greatest minds on Friday.
Busting the biggest myth about women’s sport
Last year’s Women’s World Cup didn’t just break records – it tore down several tropes associated with women’s sport. But the biggest myth that needs busting remains.
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