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In sport, it's all about the money — but accepting it is not always so easy

In the messy world of sport sponsorships, players are often stuck between their personal beliefs and the greater good of their code. It takes a courageous athlete to bite the hand that feeds, writes David Mark.

ABC News · Oct 19, 2022

Sponsorships questioned by leading Australian athletes

Athletes in two of Australia’s most popular sports — cricket and netball — are criticizing millions of dollars in sponsorship deals between their federations and mining and energy companies

The Independent UK · Oct 19, 2022

How do former Indigenous Diamonds feel about the Hancock Prospecting partnership?

Former Indigenous Diamond and Donnell Wallam's mentor, Sharon Finnan-White weighs in on Netball Australia's controversial new deal with Hancock Prospecting.

ABC News · Oct 18, 2022

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Diamonds captain Liz Watson hoping Netball Australia's deal with Hancock resolved soon

Liz Watson says "we're great supporters of Hancock" as Netball Australia partnership with Gina Rinehart's mining company continues to cause controversy.

ABC News · Oct 18, 2022

Netball Australia stands by Hancock Prospecting sponsorship despite player backlash

Cash-strapped body says it is addressing Diamonds player’s concerns over Gina Rinehart’s mining company’s record on Indigenous issues

The Guardian - AU · Oct 17, 2022

Netball Australia commit to mining sponsor

Netball Australia insists it is committed to its new sponsor, the mining giant Hancock Prospecting, despite opposition from within the Diamonds camp.

AAP · Oct 17, 2022

Pressure building for Diamonds, Netball Australia and mining magnate Gina Rinehart

Having a team of athletes ask questions about the money before accepting it is likely a new experience for Gina Rinehart, writes Tracey Holmes, with Netball Australia now in crisis mode.

ABC News · Oct 17, 2022

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Aiken-George in netball return with Swifts

Cut by long-term Super Netball club the Queensland Firebirds, new mum Romelda Aiken-George has been offered a deal with rivals the NSW Swifts.

AAP · Sep 30, 2022

Queensland Firebirds face criticism after pregnant stalwart Romelda Aiken-George misses out on 2023 Super Netball contract

The Queensland Firebirds have never won a netball premiership without Romelda Aiken-George. But the club is facing criticism after the pregnant Jamaican shooter expressed her disappointment about missing out on a 2023 contract.

ABC News · Jul 11, 2022

Pregnant Aiken-George dumped by Firebirds

Veteran Romelda Aiken-George says she hasn't been offered a new Super Netball deal by Queensland with the club deeming her return after having a baby too risky.

AAP · Jul 11, 2022

Swifts stay alive in Super Netball season

The NSW Swifts will be praying for a Melbourne Vixens victory - by at least five goals - to stay alive in Super Netball after beating the Queensland Firebirds.

AAP · Jun 12, 2022

Queensland Firebirds defeat West Coast Fever 72-68, Collingwood Magpies down NSW Swifts 66-58

Gretel Bueta inspires the Queensland Firebirds to one of their greatest wins in a 72-68 upset of West Coast Fever, while the Collingwood Magpies defeat the NSW Swifts 66-58 to stay in the finals race.

ABC News · May 28, 2022

Fever shocked by Bueta netball clinic

The Queensland Firebirds rocketed from seventh to third on the Super Netball ladder after a 72-68 win against the West Coast Fever in Perth.

AAP · May 28, 2022

Two years on from the Jemma Mi Mi incident, Super Netball is in a better place to celebrate First Nations Round

When Jemma Mi Mi was left off the court in Super Netball’s 2020 Indigenous Round, it sparked a national conversation about First Nations representation in netball. Since then, key figures like Stacey Campton are holding the sport accountable and leading the charge for change.

ABC News · May 25, 2022

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AAP · May 18, 2022

Thunderbirds too powerful for Firebirds

Lenize Potgieter was flawless in the shooting circle and Latanya Wilson marvellous in defence as the Thunderbirds proved too strong and slick for the Firebirds.

The Guardian - AU · Apr 22, 2022

Donnell Wallam’s meteoric rise blazes a trail for Indigenous netball

The emerging star could become just the third Indigenous player to represent Australia – and her inclusion might bring what the Diamonds have been missing

AAP · Apr 21, 2022

Wallam thought Diamonds call was a scam

Donnell Wallam has become just the third Indigenous netballer to receive a call-up to the Diamonds, named in Australia's extended Commonwealth Games squad.

ABC News · Apr 21, 2022

Diamonds name Donnell Wallam in Commonwealth Games squad, aiming to become first Indigenous player in 22 years

Noongar woman Donnell Wallam is named in the Australian netball team's 2022 Commonwealth Games squad, where a debut would see her become the first Indigenous Diamond in 32 years to take the court at the Games.

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AAP · Apr 12, 2022

Firebirds trio put on Super Netball clinic

The Queensland Firebirds have tightened their grip on Super Netball's top four with a 72-59 win against the GWS Giants.

AAP · Apr 10, 2022

Fever surge to Super Netball lead

Captain Courtney Bruce played a key role as her West Coast Fever held off the Queensland Firebirds for a 77-69 win in Brisbane.

ABC News · Mar 27, 2022

West Coast Fever down Sunshine Coast Lightning, Melbourne Vixens survive Queensland Firebirds scare

West Coast Fever thrash Sunshine Coast Lightning in Dan Ryan's first game as coach, while the Vixens subdue a spirited Firebirds outfit to win away from home.

AAP · Mar 27, 2022

Vixens survive Firebirds Super scare

It took extreme poise from the Melbourne Vixens to defeat the Queensland Firebirds 70-65 in their Super Netball round one clash.

AAP · Mar 23, 2022

Firebirds add second Indigenous netballer

The Queensland Firebirds have announced the signing of Donnell Wallam, with the goaler becoming the second Indigenous player in Super Netball.

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