Concussion crisis
An umpire was viciously assaulted. Thirty-four years later, he’s still suffering
As Ian Stewart reflects on the damage caused by an angry player, a Queensland academic explains why decision-makers shouldn’t be surprised by “concussion crises”.
- by Nick Wright
Latest
‘It controls everything’: His dad’s message keeps King Wally’s fight alive
A caring sledge from his father stuck with Wally Lewis, as he continues to advocate for changes to improve player welfare.
- by Nick Wright
Analysis
NRL 2025
This rule change would be win-win for the NRL
A tweak to the kick-off rule could have a positive impact on rugby league.
- by Roy Masters
Exclusive
Australian cricket
Ex-Bulldogs president Peter Gordon assists Pucovski concussion case, requests medical records
The prominent lawyer has provided advice to the AFL on its duty of care in concussion matters and is now assisting Will Pucovski, whose promising cricket career was cut short after he sustained repeated blows to the head.
- by Daniel Brettig
Opinion
NRL grand final
The case for changing kick-offs in the NRL is open and shut
More concussions suffered from kick-offs show that the game must change the rules, and quickly.
- by Peter FitzSimons
Analysis
AFL 2024
Demons counting the cost of Brayshaw’s forced retirement
Not until they saw his name on the Brownlow Medal running sheet did the AFL hierarchy realise Angus Brayshaw would be breaking his self-imposed public silence.
- by Caroline Wilson
Exclusive
Kids’ sport
Antonio loved the Swans. A little-known condition killed him on the football field
Families are being torn apart by a syndrome claiming the lives of young athletes. But almost no one has heard of it.
- by Riley Walter
Concussion ended his twin’s career. This premiership Cat’s future was up in the air too
Jake Kolodjashnij is a reliable defender who doesn’t seek the limelight. But it was his love of the game and careful management that convinced him to continue his career in 2024.
- by Peter Ryan
How the alarming science behind concussions is changing local sport
Research into the long-term effects of repetitive brain injuries has led grassroots volunteers such as Yann Gambin to find ways to protect young athletes.
- by Angus Thomson
‘We want to scrum’: Wallabies reject South African injury rort ploy
South Africa reportedly raised formal questions about the Wallabies injuries that led to uncontested scrums in Perth last month.
- by Iain Payten
Pucovski’s bad news is actually good news
Sad as it is that Will Pucovski’s immensely promising cricket career appears to be over, there is a silver lining.
- by Greg Baum
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