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[ 16/09/2021 ] Tom Mitchell takes out third Peter Crimmins Medal after stellar 2021 season AFL & AFLW
[ 16/09/2021 ] Verity Charles signs on until the end of 2023 Netball

How can Dante Exum forge a role with the Houston Rockets?

15/09/2021 Jasper Chellappah 0

Australian free agent guard Dante Exum is signing with the Houston Rockets, and his path to minutes is becoming clearer by the day.

How did the Australians and stars of the NBL perform in the NBA Summer League?

20/08/2021 The Inner Sanctum 0

Did your favourite NBL player make a splash over in the States? The Inner Sanctum takes a look at their performances over the NBA Summer League.

Liam Hendriks Cornfield MLB Field of Dreams

Liam Hendriks earns the win in MLB’s historic Field of Dreams game

13/08/2021 Jason Irvine 0

Despite blowing a save opportunity in MLB’s Field of Dreams game, Liam Hendriks was credited with the win as the Chicago White Sox managed a walk-off win.

Liam Hendriks Field of Dreams MLB Chicago White Sox

Liam Hendriks to emerge from the corn for MLB’s Field of Dreams

13/08/2021 Jason Irvine 0

Inspired by the 1989 movie Field of Dreams, West Australian Liam Hendriks is looking forward to the MLB’s newest adventure at a cornfield in Iowa.

Josh Giddey realises dream, heading to Oklahoma City with 6th pick in NBA Draft

30/07/2021 Jasper Chellappah 0

Josh Giddey has realised his NBA dream, being selected by the Oklahoma City Thunder with pick six in the NBA draft.

Alexander Wells makes his first MLB start for Baltimore

23/07/2021 Jason Irvine 0

In his first MLB career start, Australia’s latest Big Leaguer Alexander Wells lasted 5.2 innings on the mound, striking out seven for the Baltimore Orioles.

Jack O’Loughlin named Low-A Southeast Pitcher of the Week

22/07/2021 Jason Irvine 0

South Australian Jack O’Loughlin, a Detroit Tigers prospect, has earned a weekly Minor League Baseball award pitching for Lakeland in Low-A Southeast.

College path a different route for Royals prospect – Mitch Ellis: Part 1

18/07/2021 Jason Irvine 0

Before being signed by the Kansas City Royals, Mitch Ellis attended college in the US, helping hone his skills ahead of his first Spring Training in 2021.

Liam Hendriks notches a save in 2021 MLB All-Star Game

15/07/2021 Jason Irvine 0

Liam Hendriks entered the 2021 MLB All-Star Game in the ninth inning and earned a save, helping the American League All-Stars to a 5-2 win.

Liam Spence selected by the Chicago Cubs in 2021 MLB Draft

13/07/2021 Jason Irvine 0

Geelong infelder Liam Spence has been taken by the Chicago Cubs with a fifth-round pick in the 2021 MLB Draft after a college baseball season at Tennessee.

Liam Hendriks named to 2021 MLB All-Star Game roster

06/07/2021 Jason Irvine 0

Liam Hendriks becomes the first Australian to be selected for two MLB All-Star Games after being named as a relief pitcher for this year’s showcase.

Australia’s latest Big Leaguer Alexander Wells earns his first MLB win

01/07/2021 Jason Irvine 0

After making his MLB debut days earlier for the Baltimore Orioles, New South Welshman Alexander Wells collected his first career win in his second appearance at the top level.

Patty Mills is right; now is the time for Australia to support Ben Simmons

30/06/2021 Jasper Chellappah 1

The reaction to Ben Simmons’ withdrawal from the Boomers squad is a reminder that Australia still doesn’t truly treat him as one of its own.

Curtis Mead named Low-A East Player of the Week for the second week in a row

29/06/2021 Jason Irvine 0

South Australian Curtis Mead has received the Low-A Player of the Week award for the second week in a row, continuing a great Minor League season with the Charleston RiverDogs.

Alexander Wells makes his MLB debut, the 36th Aussie to do so

27/06/2021 Jason Irvine 0

Newcastle’s Alexander Wells has been promoted to the Baltimore Orioles main roster and looks set to become Australia’s 36th Major League Baseball player.