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West Coast coach quits after bizarre comments about fixture: ‘I believe it is time for a new voice’

Michael Prior has quit as West Coast’s AFLW coach, less than two weeks after his “unacceptable” fixturing controversy. Following a 70-point loss to Melbourne in round seven, Prior blasted the decision to pit the struggling Eagles against defending premiers Melbourne, saying: “How we play that… Read More »West Coast coach quits after bizarre comments about fixture: ‘I believe it is time for a new voice’

‘Evolution for the game’: McLennan hails Nations Cup, World Cup expansion as ‘massive win’ for Australia

PARIS – Hamish McLennan has declared World Rugby’s ability to usher through a global calendar and confirm the Nations Championship from 2026 a “great breakthrough”. The Rugby Australia chairman also declared the decision to expand the World Cup and delay the tournament’s start date by… Read More »‘Evolution for the game’: McLennan hails Nations Cup, World Cup expansion as ‘massive win’ for Australia