Canberra go second in ALW as Aulicino, Heyman star Canberra United asserted their ALW premiership credentials with a 3-0 win over Western Sydney, as Perth Glory went fifth with a comeback 3-2 win over Newcastle. AAP · Feb 21
Rocci braces for 'war' in win-and-in semi-final clash Opal Maddy Rocci believes Southside Melbourne can upset Townsville to make the WNBL grand final, while Alicia Froling discusses how she found a new gear. AAP · Feb 20
Reds celebrate 'complete performance' with Glory rout Adelaide United's belting of Perth was hailed as a complete performance by coach Airton Andrioli after the Reds easily dispatched the Glory 4-0. AAP · Feb 20
City tighten grip on ALW top spot, Victory beat Phoenix A-League Women leaders Melbourne City have beaten Central Coast 3-1, while Melbourne Victory drew 1-1 with second-placed Wellington. AAP · Feb 20
Reds run riot, go third in ALM after thumping Glory Adelaide United have dismantled Perth 4-0, with four different goal-scorers, in a near-flawless home ALM performance. AAP · Feb 20
Port gun's scare as injury woes worsen for GWS A Port Adelaide star has a fresh injury worry while Greater Western Sydney's pre-season woes have continued with more players added to their injury list. AAP · Feb 20
'Really difficult': ex-coach says star faces big call Former Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley says there are massive factors that Zak Butters will have to consider about his AFL future beyond this season. AAP · Feb 19
'Doesn't faze me': Pies star happy to be among best Collingwood star Nick Daicos wants to spend more time playing out of the goal square, but says he's no Dustin Martin. AAP · Feb 19
From the Pocket: only winners in Lachie Neale media storm are those counting the clicks The Lions star’s marriage breakdown is a story for our age, where attention spans are shortening, and the personal becomes public The Guardian - AU · Feb 18
'Heal the wounds': Selwood optimistic on bruised Cats For all their consistency, Geelong are coming off a poor second half in last year's grand final and Joel Selwood says the start of the season will test them. AAP · Feb 18
Riewoldt rapt as old Saints teammate Hayes has new role Amid a big off-season at St Kilda, one of the most important changes might be Lenny Hayes becoming their new AFL football boss. AAP · Feb 17
'Go time': Riewoldt wants injured Saints to step up Former St Kilda captain Nick Riewoldt is looking to two injured-plagued players to have productive seasons as the Saints aim to start moving up the ladder. AAP · Feb 17
Hawks livewire Ginnivan has new AFL role on radar Hawthorn forward Jack Ginnivan has had a taste of life in the coaches' box and can see himself shifting into a new role once his playing days are over. AAP · Feb 17
'Unbelievably important': AFL opener here to stay The AFL's Opening Round concept has split fans, but league heavyweight Tom Harley believes it is crucial to the competition's growth in northern markets. AAP · Feb 17
AAP · Feb 16 New dawn under King after Demons' dark hour Max Gawn's optimism entering the Steven King era at Melbourne is fuelled, in part, by the club's unexpected rise to the 2021 premiership under his predecessor.
AAP · Feb 16 Blues receive good news for injured star after Origin Star defender Jacob Weitering was among several players injured in State of Origin, but Carlton are confident the vice-captain won't miss out on game time.
AAP · Feb 16 Wizard shines as Hawks seek midfield 'X-factor' Nick Watson was outstanding in Hawthorn's practice match victory over Geelong, while Ollie Dempsey looked good in a new role for the Cats.
AAP · Feb 16 'It's laughable': Suns' gun on 'Brand Petracca' critics Christian Petracca has taken a shot at critics about off-field pursuits he says have helped improve his mental health and prepared him to flourish at the Suns.
AAP · Feb 16 Big-spending Saints name former rookies co-captains St Kilda made off-season waves with their aggressive recruiting but have turned to former rookies Callum Wilkie and Jack Sinclair as co-captains.
AAP · Feb 16 Lions pick co-captains for three-peat premiership push After Lachie Neale stepped down as Brisbane co-captain, the Lions have turned to three stars to co-captain their bid for an AFL premiership three-peat.
AAP · Feb 16 Giants star eyeing quick recovery as injuries mount GWS star Finn Callaghan is backing himself to be ready for opening round despite an injury, but key defender Sam Taylor will miss the start of the season.
AAP · Feb 16 Former Dees star to emulate Hogan in AFL career reboot Former Melbourne star Clayton Oliver says an old teammate has given him hope in his bid to return to the peak of his powers at new home GWS.
AAP · Feb 15 Injured star Matt Rowell won't give Origin the finger Star Gold Coast midfielder Matt Rowell hopes State of Origin will thrive into the future despite injuring a finger in Victoria's 24-point win over WA.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 15 AFL Origin returns as no kick and giggle but spectre of injury hangs over its future It’s important the sceptics acknowledge what a success this game was – the players asked for it, said all the right words and they backed it up
AAP · Feb 15 Unshackled Hawks deliver title blow to United Defending champions Illawarra, already guaranteed to miss the post-season, have made Melbourne's task to win an NBL title mightily tougher.