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How chance conversation lured Paralympian back to rowing
After suffering injuries in a car crash as a teenager, rower Alexandra Viney was struggling to find where she fit in in sport. A chance conversation with a stranger led her back to her first love as a Paralympian.
Live stream: Cavs, Hawks set to take ‘healthy’ rivalry to new level
They were rep teammates last weekend, now players from the TNL’s top two teams are rivals once again as a grand final spot goes on the line. Watch three games LIVE on Saturday from 4pm.
Live stream: Tassie young guns embracing step into ‘unknown’
For a state that has developed the likes of Jacob Furphy and Kye Savage in recent times, this year’s U16 Nationals represents a brand new beginning. Catch them in action LIVE from Saturday.
Eaves to follow brother’s footsteps at junior world champs
Two years after his brother represented his country, Burnie’s Alex Eaves will do likewise after being selected for September’s junior road cycling world championships in Switzerland.
Live stream: The crosscode star set to tough it out for Tassie
“Hard as nails” defender Addison Broadbent has the world at her feet in two sporting codes and now she is already to take on future Matildas at the FA National Youth Championships.
Gold Coast to host pre-season Blitz in bid for NBL return
The National Basketball League has announced its pre-season tournament will return to the Gold Coast in September on the back of calls for a professional team in the region. Full story inside:
TSL: Tilbury backs Demons’ young crop to revive club
North Hobart stalwart Brad Tilbury is confident the club’s youngsters can drive the Demons forward after they secured their first win of the season. Read who got the player of the year votes for the round here.
JackJumpers add ‘tough’ and ‘gritty’ guard
The Tasmania JackJumpers have added to their backcourt depth with a “tough” guard signing on for next season as two of the state’s most promising talents make their moves on the world stage.
Douglas keen to follow Payne’s footsteps to AFL dream
It took one moment of class in his second TSL game to show why he’s on the AFL draft radar. And Lenny Douglas is keen to prove why he should follow fellow north-wester Geordie Payne into the AFL.
Teen to become first Tasmanian Hockeyroo at Olympics in 16 years
Paris is calling for Tassie’s teenage hockey sensation Maddison Brooks, but that hasn’t stopped her from making a cheeky trip back home to Hobart. Why she was picked over big name stars.
Live stream: The shot-stopper who could be a showstopper for Tasmania
She is the brick wall at the back for Tasmania, but don’t be surprised to see gun goalkeeper Amelie Millar get her name on the scoresheet at the FA National Youth Championships.
Opals’ irresistible Paris claims in thumping Olympics warm-up win
If Sandy Brondello considered leaving Alice Kunek or young gun Isobel Borlase out of her final squad for Paris, the Opals coach might face a swift rethink after the pair combined to rock China in a 28-point demolition job in the lead-up to the Olympics.
Cathy Freeman, Cadel Evans, to inspire Sevens Olympics campaign
When putting together the motivational theme for his Australian Olympics squad, rugby sevens coach John Manenti only had to look across the gym to the 2016 Rio gold medal-winning pioneers.
Australia’s fastest man facing Paris wipe out
Australia’s fastest man Rohan Browning, a stunning semi-finalist in the 100 metres at the Tokyo Olympic Games, is at serious risk of failing to qualify for Paris 2024.
Dud draw puts Aussie boxing gold medal hope on tough path
Australian boxing figures believe super heavyweight sensation Teremoana Teremoana Jnr has been “dudded” after receiving a nightmare draw in his bid for Olympic gold.
‘Crap’: AFL great goes nuclear on former club
A West Coast Eagles great has put his former club in the gun, naming omission candidates amid a frustrated plea for the coach’s departure.
The Australian league that can defy media rights fears
As concerns that the global sports rights bubble may burst, SHANNON GILL takes the crystal ball to Australian sport’s next round of rights negotiations with rights authority Colin Smith. Only one sport looks able to defy the fears.
Trade grades: Experts rate best, worst SuperCoach moves
Every trade now will have a huge impact on our SuperCoach fortunes. Experts give their verdict on the most traded players ahead of round 17.
The hug that revealed Bulldog’s bond with Bevo
The first thing Cody Weightman did on Tuesday morning was go give Luke Beveridge a hug. He tells SAM LANDSBERGER how much it meant to see his mentor stand up for him on TV on Monday night, and why it valiated his decision to re-sign.
SACKED: AFL
Some of the biggest names in AFL reveal the true stories of how they discovered their days were numbered and when the guillotine dropped.
The Herald Sun Footy Podcast
Join the Herald Sun’s Lauren Wood and the team as they talk through the big news of the week, and what’s set for the weekend of footy.
The Phantom’s Lair SuperCoach Podcast
SuperCoach experts Antimo Iannella and Matt Turner share their analysis and wisdom on Australia’s biggest fantasy AFL game.
Side By Side: Collingwood Football Club’s 125th anniversary
Glenn McFarlane speaks with Collingwood legends including Tony Shaw, Nick Maxwell, and Mick Malthouse on the club’s greatest moments.
SFL: The league’s most in-form player, who you can’t discount
A Brighton gun laid claim to be the SFL’s most in-form player as one club celebrated a coaching announcement with an upset win. Here are all the talking points from the weekend.
‘Difficult’: Clarence coach’s verdict on NPL draw
Clarence came away with a share of the spoils against Launceston City on the weekend. Coach Mark Astley gives his verdict on the result and what made for a “difficult” contest.
Forgotten midfielder on the verge of shock return
Clarence’s premiership hopes could be set for a huge boost with a forgotten midfielder set for a shock return from injury after it was initially thought he would miss the entire season.
Tasmanian school set to play at International Netball Championships
A Tasmanian school is set to test itself against the world’s best netballers after taking out the state schools title.
Cricket Tasmania provide update on Freeman following mental health break
Cricket Tasmania’s high performance boss is confident they can support spinner Jarrod Freeman through his current mental health enforced break.
Hurricanes lock in key piece
The Hobart Hurricanes have locked in a star player as they look to make a return to finals in the WBBL. Read the details here.
Why Hurricanes signing was a ‘top priority’
The Hobart Hurricanes have locked in one of the world’s best T20 players for the next two BBL seasons. Here’s why the franchise went with a multi-year offer.
Wakim hoping to help turn Hurricanes fortunes around
The Hobart Hurricanes newest signing has given his thoughts on how the BBL franchise can turn around its fortunes and win some illusive silverware.
TSL: Roos win ugly in Norton’s return
Clarence has secured a scrappy victory over Glenorchy with coach Peter Ryan pleased with a fourth-term fightback following a disappointing first three quarters. Read his thoughts.
Lewis-Johnson on tough road back from injury
Not many players in the SFL have had to show more resilience across the last two seasons than Sam Lewis-Johnson but the Brighton captain is now just happy to be back.
Carter reflects on long road to TSL game 150
A favourite son of Kingborough has reflected on his journey to TSL senior game 150 on the eve of his milestone match.
TSL: Big returns for both Roos and Demons
Two of the TSL’s best young players are set to make their returns from injury in round 13.
King can dethrone favourite Munhamek: Griffiths
Cranbourne trainer Robbie Griffiths is confident his winner of more than $1.1m in prizemoney can turn the tables on Munhamek when they again clash at Flemington on Saturday.
Kembla Grange best bets, inside mail for Thursday
A Matthew Smith-trained gelding is building a solid record and can make it four wins from seven starts at Kembla Grange. BEST BETS, INSIDE MAIL
Kembla preview: Zaragoza ready to shine in take two for new stable
A former Godolphin gelding can kick off his career for new trainers Robert and Luke price with a first-up win on his home track.
Mighty Shinn in Beast Mode at Sandown
Jockey Blake Shinn cracked the ton with a treble at Sandown on Wednesday and kept the metropolitan premiership race alive in doing so.
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