The questions around Australia’s depth are going to continue into 2024, whether the administrators or fans like it or not. They will continue until such time as the Australian teams are able to produce consistently strong results, and all five franchises play a major role… Read More »Pressure Points: Kevin’s conundrum as 2024 threatens clash of culture vs clash of results at the Rebels
Ajax Amsterdam’s poor season has gone from bad to worse after they suffered one of the biggest shocks in their history with a 3-2 loss to fourth-tier amateur side USV Hercules in the last 32 of the Dutch Cup, with Australian coach Michael Valkanis left… Read More »Former Socceroo takes over Euro giants for one game – and delivers worst result ever with loss to amateur team
Despite getting thrashed 30-0 by New Zealand in the Pacific Championships final, Australia have maintained top spot in the end-of-year International Rugby League rankings announcement. Mal Meninga’s team were humbled by the Kiwis but after winning their two previous matches, the World Cup holders have… Read More »Surprise at top of Test league rankings after Kangaroos cop flogging as England bounce back
Thirteen months ago former Wallaby and Brumbies coach David Nucifora all but ruled out a return to Australia in any capacity with Rugby Australia. On Friday his return to the fold in an “advisory role” was confirmed by RA CEO Phil Waugh, alongside the appointment… Read More »CONFIRMED: ‘I doubt it’ – Nucifora returns to the fold after backflip, as new head of HP locked in
“Good players,” said a great sporting philosopher, “they want to be good players all the time. Don’t you know how profound that is?” Alright, it wasn’t a philosopher, it was former Leyton Orient manager John Sitton in one of the all-time classic sporting meltdowns. But… Read More »Pressure Points: The Hammer excelled in the Dolphins’ first year, but consistency is the key to kicking on in 2024