Category: Newcastle Sport
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Poolman giving back to local athletes
It can be hard for students to stay on track with school work, while they are trying to pursue a sporting dream. A high profile Newcastle athlete is lending her expertise to make sure they can…helping run an innovative program.
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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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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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Lake Macquarie BMX riders to race for gold at nationals in Tasmania
Lake Macquarie boasts some of the best BMX riders in the state… this weekend they’ll find out how they fare against the rest of the country. The local club is hopeful it can return with gold.
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Jets lose key players for trip to Tamworth
Jets attacker Adriana Konjarski is likely to spend up to four weeks on the sideline after injuring her ankle against Brisbane. Ash Brodigan is also in doubt for the trip to Tamworth to face the Wanderers.
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Jets Women ready for round one
Ash Wilson says there’s a positive feeling around the Jets women’s squad, as it prepares for round one. Newcastle heads north to face the Roar, hoping to secure early points.
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Jet’s ready to kick off their season
With the world’s eyes on football – the A-League Women are looking to take full advantage. While the Jets men break for the World Cup, the women will kick off their season… and are determined to do it on the right foot.
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Jets begin month-long hiatus after three straight losses
The Jets men have begun their month-long hiatus, looking to re-set after three straight losses. Arthur Papas describes it as a second pre-season, with Newcastle poised to play three friendlies against A-League opposition.
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Jets to be lead by Cassidy Davis
The Jets will be led by club stalwart Cassidy Davis this season – she’s played every match for Newcastle since her debut in 2013. The 28-year-old believes her side has the troops to finally return to the finals.