Category: Latest NBN Sport
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Bo Abra resumes pre-season with the Western Force
Tamworth’s Bo Abra achieved a childhood dream this year… making his Super Rugby debut for the Western Force. Now in his second full-time preseason with the club, the 23-year-old is feeling more confident each day.
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Wyong Roos focused on day two of Round 4
Central Coast cricket is on a bye this weekend – as the comps best players hit Orange for the Country Cricket championships. But there’s no rest for Wyong – the team planning a big return to the second day of play in of round four.
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Exclusive: Tex Hoy explains why he chose to move and play in the Super League
Next week Tex Hoy will board a plane for the UK, to start a new stage in his rugby league career. After three years in and out of the Knights’ line-up, the 23-year-old believes he needs to leave his home town, to take his game to the next level.
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Ryley Batt reflects on a year of great accomplishments
Paralympian Ryley Batt is back on the Mid North Coast – enjoying some time off after an impressive effort at the Australian CrossFit Championship. The 33-year-old reflects on his accomplishments – as he’s in the running for a top sporting accolade.
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Far North Coast Water Polo season comes to an end
It’s been a challenging season for Far North Coast waterpolo teams, losing their training facilities in the floods. Players are gearing up for round 8 this weekend and as the season nears its end – the association looks ahead to hosting the Junior Country Club Championships in February.
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Newcastle Jets begin training in Tamworth ahead of exhibition match
To A-League and the Newcastle Jets have arrived in Tamworth, ahead of their friendly match against Melbourne City this weekend. The squad straight into training today, impressed by the region’s facilities.
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Mason ready to step up ahead of National Titles
Maitland’s Noah Mason has set his sights on cycling’s junior world championships, after winning several Australian titles this year. But the 16-year-old is under no illusion about how tough it’ll be to qualify, as he steps up to a new age division.
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Butler still pinching herself after World Cup
Newcastle’s Anika Butler has been inspired to continue her rise through rugby league’s ranks, after making her maiden World Cup appearance. The 25-year-old hasn’t played a professional game, but helped Papua New Guinea to the semi finals.
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Special visit from cricket star to flood affected cricket club
Murwillumbah Cricket Club had a special visit from former Australian cricketer Shane Watson. The all-rounder arriving with much needed supplies and a donation thanks to Woolworths to help local cricketers get back on the pitch.
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Rising cricket star Samira Mitchell named in NSW Country under 19s
The Mid Coast has another rising cricket star on it’s hands with Samira Mitchell hoping to follow in the footsteps of Maitlan Brown. The Taree junior will represent New South Wales Country next month at the under 19 national championships in Perth.