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Netball Australia CEO steps down as sport prepares for new era
Stacey West will step down as CEO of Netball Australia at the end of this week, ending a two-and-a-half-year tenure that has reshaped the sport in this country. Source link
NSW welcomes back superstar, hands Origin debut to Dragons gun
The Sky Blues welcome back Millie Elliott for the 2025 Women’s State of Origin series opener, while Emma Verran’s pregnancy opens up a spot for Teagan Berry to make her debut. Source link
Leicester City relegated to third tier just five years after FA Cup glory
Ten years after a fairytale Premier League title and five years since winning the FA Cup, Leicester City is destined for the third tier of English football. Source link
Maroons name new-look Women's Origin side with 11-year first
With stalwart halves Ali Brigginshaw and Tarryn Aiken unavailable for selection, the Maroons name a new-look Queensland side for the first Women’s State of Origin game in Newcastle. Source link
Young benches ex-coach's son and fires assistant to start Dragons tenure
Dean Young names the first team of his tenure as Dragons coach, dropping Kyle Flanagan to the bench and sacking assistant and attack coach Michael Ennis. Source link
Boyd says other AFL players are struggling 'under the surface'
Tom Boyd, former AFL footballer turned mental health advocate, says the high-pressure environment of professional football means many players are struggling with mental health issues “under the surface”. Source link
'I know who my son is': Elijah Hollands's father posts heartfelt message
Elijah Hollands’s father, former AFL player Ben Hollands, posts on social media pledging to help lift his son up and urging others to check on their friends if they are struggling. Source link
F1 makes 'sensible changes' after engine concerns to start season
The next Formula 1 race in Miami will be a testing and proving ground for a number of new rules aimed at improving performance and safety. Source link
Dragons name Flanagan's replacement after 12 hours without head coach
After about 12 hours without a head coach, the Dragons appoint assistant Dean Young to lead the winless side for “at least” the rest of the 2026 NRL season. Source link
Giant's debut and a taunted Aussie in spotlight as NBA playoffs begin
The first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs is officially underway. Here are the key things to look out for in each series. Source link