New coach Rickie Dolliver is under no illusions it’ll take time to get Scottsdale up to Premier League speed. Which is why the former Belconnen mentor already wants to extend his deal into a third year.
This year’s number of AFL Tasmania Hall of Fame inductees has continued to grow with a former umpire the latest name to be revealed. See the latest in Sport Shorts.
Tasmanian Caleb Jewell is hopeful his lean run of form is behind him after the opener finished unbeaten on 105 against Victoria on Thursday night.
A number of the Cavs’ young guns are getting elite opportunities, and their new skipper is looking forward to guiding them through a first senior season.
The Huon Channel Cricket Association season is set for a grandstand finish with seven sides battling for a top-four place. We break down who could be key.
The Hawks have lost key players, headlined by TNL ‘GOAT’ Ash Mawer, for their quest for a fourth straight flag. But Mawer’s shooting replacement has declared they’re motivated to prove they can win without her.
While they may have won just one game last season, a number of factors have the South East Suns looking to raise their game this TNL campaign. Watch them LIVE on Sunday against Devon.
A reigning local footy premier has issued a call to arms with low player numbers meaning its flag defence could be over before it started, with a rival team already confirming it won’t field a side. Here’s what we know.
Ahead of a massive weekend of competition, Netball Tasmania’s boss reveals how and why the sport is in a boom period and outlines ambitious plans for the future.
A preliminary final rematch is set to headline a massive day of Tasmanian Netball League action with every opening round game available LIVE. See how to watch this Saturday here.
Claremont endured a rough 2024, with an average losing margin of 196, but is confident of big improvement this season. New coach Nathan Senior gives an insight into his plans.
The Devils’ boss has earmarked player recruitment as an early priority. But which homegrown talents will be available and should be key targets? We break down every Tasmanian AFL players’ contract status.
The off-season changes have been confirmed for every Tasmanian Netball League club ahead of the opening round this Saturday. See the full list of moves and the squads for every club here.
A bigger and better Tasmanian Netball League is set to kick off season 2025 with a massive opening round. See how to watch weekly games LIVE.
With the Tasmania Devils just three years away from joining the AFL, Hawthorn has made a decision on its immediate future in the state. Here’s what we know.
One of the most tragic events in Australian sporting history will finally have a bright moment thanks to a remarkable cross-generational tale of love and respect at a Tasmanian footy club.
Ballarat’s Nyajima Jock continued a dream summer, claiming her first women’s Ballarat Gift with Tasmania’s Jack Hale winning the men. Here is a wrap of the day from City Oval.
Deloraine’s new coach Nick Milbourne plans on bringing an old school hard edge to the Roos, and two key pillars will be the main focus as they build for the future.
Brad Cox-Goodyer has virtually done it all in Tassie footy, but kicking goals for 24 hours isn’t one. Hear from two Launceston identities on why they’re attempting an ‘unofficial’ world record this weekend for charity.
She may be deaf, but that hasn’t stopped Launceston livewire Frankie Mountney chasing her cricket dreams. Her inspiring story was recognised with an award at the sport’s night of nights.
Claremont will chase a third straight SFLW premiership this season and all signs are pointing to the Magpies again being the team to beat. Plus, there’s been plenty of big announcements across the club.
Launceston’s brand new tennis facilities are being showcased to the world through a new junior tournament. And the return of the Launceston international isn’t far off in a big month for Tasmanian tennis.
Get the latest news from across the state in our Sports Shorts column, including the Hurricanes’ northern trophy tour, Sunday’s big Launceston race meeting, CTPL cricket and a local hockey star’s triumph in India.
He torched NSW with nine three pointers, but Tasmania’s coach has been most impressed by national representative Nash Walker’s selflessness at the under-20 nationals. See how you can watch a live stream of games.
Tasmania coach Scott Roth is determined to get one of his leaders back for next season after a “career best” year. And the experienced mentor is keen for his side to play “spoilers”.
North Hobart female cricketers will change up their look this weekend and it’s all to do with raising awareness. Here’s what’s happening.
New data has revealed why Football Tasmania needs more support from all levels of government to help build a new $80m home base for the sport. See the figures and the reason for the push.
Australian boxing champion Anthony Mundine will return to the ring later this year and he’s already eyeing an opportunity to face off with Jeff Horn again.
COMMENT: From the Hurricanes imports to the Jackies coach, it doesn’t take long for ‘outsiders’ to fall in love with Tassie. And it’s a big reason why the state keeps winning trophies.
Mitch Owen produced one of the all-time great Big Bash centuries to lead the Hobart Hurricanes to their first competition title. And it was a performance which lit up social media. See the best reactions.
Tasmania will host a big mainland club in men’s and women’s trial games in March, and more local stars have signed on with the SANFL giant. Get the details here.
NTFA president Peter Gutwein is confident they’ve found the right balance between giving their new-look structure a chance to succeed while boosting the rep schedule. Get the key points from the season rosters announced on Friday.
Future stars of the Tasmanian Tigers men’s and women’s teams are putting together impressive summers. We reveal the best performers across Hobart and the surrounds.
Tasmanian athletes and clubs are making their mark on the local, national and international stage. Keep up to date with which of our athletes are shining, as well as a strong schedule confirmed for March’s Devonport Triathlon.
Another Tasmanian has joined the growing cohort at Norwood, with a North Launceston flag winner signing with the SANFL heavyweights. But the Bombers are confident a club legend will lace the boots up again.
Tasmania’s under-17 boys cricketers will look to use the comforts of home when the national championship take place in the state’s north from Thursday. Check out the stats for every player in the squad so far this summer.
After she made her Olympic Games debut in Paris, Maddi Brooks has another challenge in front of her. Hockeyroos coach Katrina Powell reveals what she wants to see from the Tassie starlet.
Tasmania has returned to WNCL action with a bang, securing a big win over Queensland to breathe new life into its title defence. Here’s how it played out.
After narrowly missing out on the criterium podium, Jonas Shelverton played a big role in helping a teammate to victory on his way to junior road race silver at the Road Nationals.
She was pipped by less than two seconds, but up and coming cycling star Felicity Wilson-Haffenden was one of two Tasmanians to grace the podium on the opening day of the Road Nationals. Stay up to date here.
The Devonport Cup has been run and won with a huge day of action. Catch up on all the big moments from throughout the day including our photo gallery.
A Tasmanian football competition has hit out at player and club official behaviour after seeing a “significant number” of defamatory and derogatory social posts last season.
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