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Jamie Cripps of the Eagles holds the premiership trophy after winning during the 2018 AFL Grand Final between the West Coast Eagles and the Collingwood Magpies at the MCG in Melbourne, Saturday, September 29, 2018. (AAP Image/Julian Smith) NO ARCHIVING, EDITORIAL USE ONLY

AFLVideoCommentsCrippa reveals plans after footy following retirement

West Coast premiership forward Jamie Cripps has revealed what the future holds for him following his AFL retirement as he opened up on his decision to hang up the boots.

Jake Santa Maria

Mo Salah returned to Egypt training today.

SoccerCommentsPremium‘Egyptian King’ on the mend ahead of crunch Socceroos clash

Australia’s mission to win their very first knockout game at a World Cup might have just got a whole lot harder after a global soccer superstar returned to Egypt training.

Josh Kempton

Albany's Brett Peake returned and kicked seven goals.

Wet weather winPremiumBulls brave but can’t stop home loss to hungry Sharks

Albany got veteran forward Brett Peake back on the oval and strengthened their claims for a top-two finish after outlasting a persistent Mt Barker by 32 points on Saturday afternoon.

Cameron Newbold

Murphy Reid

AFLCommentsPremiumBetter in September: Reid’s ex-coach makes huge prediction

If you’ve been excited watching Murphy Reid in action for Fremantle this season, you should prepare him to be even better during finals with his ex-coach saying that is when he’ll truly rise to the occasion.

Craig O'Donoghue

West Coast AFLW stars Charlie Thomas and Ella Roberts have been selected to play for Australia in the upcoming Australia Vs Ireland match.

FootballPremiumMargaret River’s Ella Roberts to pull on the green and gold

After a standout year for West Coast Ella Roberts has earnt a spot to represent Australia in the 2026 NAB AFLW Australia v Ireland game in Sydney on August 1.

Jack Penniment

Tom Cole and Jamie Cripps fight for the lead at Eagles training.

AFLVideoCommentsPremium‘It’s happened quick’: Cole on 2018 flag heroes’ exit

West Coast forward Tom Cole has opened up on how Jamie Cripps’ retirement has left him thinking about football mortality as one of only three players still on the list who played in the Eagles’ 2018 flag.

Mitchell Woodcock

The Socceroos are one of several teams using the ‘low block’ to great effect at the World Cup.

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SoccerCommentsPremium
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The tactic that is wreaking havoc on this year’s World Cup

You hear the phrase ‘low-block’ every time you turn the TV on during this World Cup. So what exactly does it mean and why is it causing chaos for the best teams in the tournament.

Josh Kempton

Socceroos arrive in Dallas

FIFA World CupCommentsPremiumSocceroos arrive in Texas for shot at history

The Socceroos have left their home away from home as they venture into uncharted territory as they attempt to make history in Dallas as they once again prepare to stop the nation.

Jake Santa Maria

Young guns Ollie Douglas and Jack Mills are set for a high five in division one.

HockeyPremiumLoss to Uppers costs LGSHA country week grand final place

The Lower Great Southern Hockey Association’s top team missed out on a grand final slot at the CBH Group’s Country Championships in Perth, ending up with a share of  third in division 1 in Perth.

Claire Middleton

Following the success of the event last year, Perth Redbacks and Perry Lakes Hawks are reprising their NBL1 West basketball clashes in Albany.

BasketballPremiumRedbacks and Hawks return to do battle in Albany showdown

The NBL1 West lands at the Albany Leisure and Aquatic Centre again on Saturday with Perth Redbacks and Perry Lakes Hawks set to reprise the brilliant show they put on last year.

Claire Middleton

Mt Barker's Sarayah Post runs on to the ball.

Hockey wrapPremiumMt Barker claim victory over Manypeaks in a tight contest

Mt Barker moved level on points with Manypeaks after scoring a solid 2-0 victory over their rivals in a competitive women’s A-grade clash in Albany on Saturday. 

Amy Towers

South Bunbury’s Jace Cormack celebrated 300 SWFL games at the weekend.

FootballPremiumJace Cormack reflects on the astounding milestone

One of the South West’s greatest footballers celebrated a remarkable milestone on the weekend, adding to an already esteemed resume.

Jack Penniment

The King to WA?

BasketballCommentsLeBron the Wildcat? WA clubs put hand up for NBA legend

The biggest name in world basketball is looking for a new home and there is no shortage of suitors in the west.

Mitchell Woodcock

Ecuador players and coach Sebastian Beccacece leave the field after the loss to Mexico. (AP PHOTO)

SoccerPremiumEcuador coach calls it quits after Cup loss to Mexico

Ecuador's loss to Mexico at the World Cup prompted the departure of their coach Sebastian Beccacece.

Staff Writers

Connor Wright crossing the line during the XCO junior race at the 2026 Mountain Bike National Championships in Mt Buller, Victoria.

CyclingPremiumConnor Wright to wear the green and gold at World Champs

Burekup cycling star Connor Wright will again wear the green and gold after being selected to represent Australia at the 2026 UCI Mountain Bike World Championships in Italy.

Jack Penniment

Jerramungup's Heath Spinks gathers on the run.

Thumping win PremiumLadder leaders flex their muscle with 144-point thumping

A clinical Jerramungup powered to their eighth straight win in the Ongerup Football Association season, as Hayden Parker and Jedd Siviour combined for 14 goals on Saturday.

Cameron Newbold

Williams' Bella Logie shoots.

ndna 2026PremiumWilliams claim dominant win over young Wagin side

Round eight of the Narrogin Districts Netball Association A-grade competition saw newcomers Wagin take on top side Williams on Saturday at the Narrogin Regional Leisure Centre.

Ash Boundy

The Tour Down Under schedule has undergone a big shakeup ahead of next January's edition. (Matt Turner/AAP PHOTOS)

CyclingPremium'Creative': Tour Down Under boss expects different race

The men and women will race on the same days and on the same courses at the Tour Down Under, meaning significant changes to the race route.

Roger Vaughan

Outgoing Perth Glory chief executive Anthony Radich.

SoccerCommentsPremiumGlory hunt new CEO as Radich steps down

Perth Glory are on the hunt for a third chief executive in less than five years, with head honcho Anthony Radich set to step down from his post at the end of July.

Ben Smith

Changes have been made to the format for the 2027 Super Rugby Pacific competition. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS)

Rugby UnionPremium'New interest': Aussie clubs back Super Rugby changes

Australia's Super Rugby Pacific clubs say changes to the league's format for next year will boost the struggling competition as well as the Wallabies.

Sebastian Tan

West Coast’s Ryan Maric and Jack Williams.

AFLVideoCommentsPremiumCrows’ tall trio loom large as Eagles weigh up Williams call

West Coast’s Jack Williams faces a potential baptism of fire down back should he be called up to support Rhett Bazzo and Tylar Young against Adelaide’s imposing trio of tall forwards.

Mitchell Woodcock

James Hird resigned as Essendon coach in 2015. (Joe Castro/AAP PHOTOS)

AFLJames Hird confirms spot in Essendon coaching race

James Hird and Essendon president Andrew Welsh have spoken, as the Bombers step up the search for their new AFL coach next season.

Roger Vaughan

Marcus Bontempelli and the Bulldogs will be looking for revenge when they play the Swans in Sydney. (Rob Prezioso/AAP PHOTOS)

AFLNew faces, new hope as Dogs aim for SCG smash-and-grab

Putting an ugly defeat to Sydney behind them, Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge says the side he'll guide to the SCG will be dramatically different.

Joanna Guelas

Ajdin Hrustic says the Socceroos are ready to go to the next level against Egypt in the round of 32. (AP PHOTO)

SoccerPremiumSocceroos buzzing: Popovic's charges up the ante

The Socceroos have left their Bay Area bubble that has been home for more than a month and travelled to Texas for the pointy end of the World Cup.

Anna Harrington