Category: Latest NBN Sport
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Lennox Head’s Mikey McDonagh through to round of 48 at Vissa Pro in Portugal
It’s been a mixed bag of results for Far North Coast surfers, in the opening round at the Challenger Series Vissla Pro in Portugal. Tweed’s Chris Zaffis was knocked out after coming third in his heat, while Lennox Head’s Mikey McDonagh put on a show… McDonagh has advanced through to the round of 48.
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Molch memorial surf welcomed with day of sun
The sun and the swell turned it on for the final day of the Molch Memorial Surf Contest. Local boardriders across close to 15 age groups headed out to North Shelly Beach to claim bragging rights for this year – and remember a mate.
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NSW Junior Country Baseball Championships held in Coffs Harbour
The long weekend has seen around 300 junior baseballers compete in Coffs Harbour for the New South Wales Junior Country Championships. With teams from all over regional New South Wales, it was a great opportunity for the kids to develop their skills.
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Knights create history with NRLW win
They finished last in their debut season, but today the Knights beat the Eels to become NRLW champions. Newcastle trailed early but recovered to win 32 points to 12, with Tamika Upton named player of the match.
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More rain delays cricket season start
A triumphant return to T20 cricket on the coast has been bowled wide as playing fields are lashed by storms. Southern Spirit are itching to return to the crease and defend their 21/22 title but know that their work will be cut out for them.
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Equine spectacular part of National Thunder Rally
The National Thunder Rally is rolling on in Tamworth… with horsepower of a different king at the Equine Spectacular overnight. Today, riders showed off their steeds of the steal variety, at a Show N Shine.
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T-20 cricket buzz arrives in New England
The buzz of the ICC T-20 world cup has arrived in the North West, as part of the regional road show travelling around the state. Cricket fans got the chance to showcase their skills, with a trip to the S-C-G up for grabs.
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19 teams from QLD & NSW compete at Alstonville’s Oceania Cup
Despite the muddy conditions, Alstonville’s 20-22 all female Oceania Cup was a roaring success. The two day tournament featured 19 teams, some travelling from as far as South East Queensland to take part in the competition.
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Nippers Season officially begins on Far North Coast
The Nippers’ season has officially started on the Far North Coast. Despite this Summer’s wet weather forecast, local surf club members are vowing to push ahead… rain hail or shine.
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Sawtell 7s makes a return after 20 year hiatus
After a 20 year hiatus, the Sawtell 7s tournament has been resurrected… The one day event featured men’s and women’s elite and country divisions, all playing for over $40,000 in prize money.