Category: Mid North Sport

The Manning River Ratz are heading home for the first time since a fire damaged their clubhouse in April. The side will host Wallamba tomorrow in the Lower Mid North Coast Rugby match of the round.

Group 2 rugby league returns on Sunday, in the first game on the final stretch to the semis. Three teams sit on eight points apiece – making a win this round crucial.

The Sharks and City Breakers go head to head on Sunday for a Port Macquarie derby nearly two years in the making. The Group 3 clash carries special meaning, as clubs recognise the passing of a local legend.

There’s been surprise and celebration for Coffs Coast netball after its under 15s squad took out a State Title. The team sealing the deal with a 24-14 win over Hawkesbury City.

New South Wales will chase its eighth consecutive State of Origin Touch Football Series win, when games kick off in Coffs Harbour tomorrow. Players are keen for a run, after last year’s postponement.

Port Macquarie’s Jodie Lea will take on the world at the Crossfit Games next month. She’s part of an Australian contingent heading to America to test their strength and technique.

Coffs Tigers have claimed precious Coastal Premier League points – facing off against Northern Storm. The makeup clash has come as an important boost, as the comp hits its next stage.

Nominations for this year’s Wauchope Cup are looking strong despite the event being transferred to the Kempsey racecourse. It’s hoped this year’s meet will draw in plenty of punters – it’s the local jockey club’s biggest revenue driver.

The North Coast Tennis Championships has hosted some of Australia’s elite players in the past – from Sam Stosur to Evonne Goolagong and Fred Stolle. Grafton hosted the event in its 94th year – with more than 150 players contesting close to 30 events.