Category: Newcastle Sport
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Van Egmond determined to feature at World Cup
Lake Macquarie’s Emily van Egmond says she’s fully recovered from the quad injury that kept her out of Australia’s wins over South Africa and Denmark. The 29-year-old is now determined to reclaim her place in the Matildas’ starting 11.
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The lead up begins to ‘The Hunter’ million-dollar race
It’s the Newcastle race that’s quickly overtaken the prestigious Gold Cup in popularity. The fourth edition of The Hunter takes place on Saturday afternoon, with almost 40 horses nominated for the million-dollar race.
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Jets co-captain hopes to end yellow card trend
Jets co-captain Brandon O’Neill has been booked in three of their four matches so far this A-League season. The midfielder’s hoping to end that trend on Saturday against Melbourne City… AND the club’s run of losses.
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Success for Knights players at the league World Cup
It was another successful day for Knights players at the league World Cup. Dom Young scored in England’s win over Papua New Guinea, while Anika Butler also got over the line in her side’s victory over Brazil.
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New Jet, Sophie Stapleton’s incredible comeback
There are plenty of inspiring stories among the Jets’ women’s squad… but none more so than Sophie Stapleford. Once told she would never play football again, after being diagnosed with an aggressive brain tumour, she’s now in line to make her A-League debut at the age of 28.
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Recruitment to decide where Ponga plays this season
His 2022 campaign ended due to injury – and he’s missed the World Cup – so little wonder Kalyn Ponga has started pre-season several weeks early. While it’s a welcome sight for the club – it’s still working out what position he’ll play in 2023.
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Jets look for maximum points before World Cup break
The Newcastle Jets have been told to be more aggressive – as they look to bounce back from their first loss of the season. The club, keen to test itself against the league’s best, before the World Cup shutdown.
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Jets wary but ready for Friday match
The Jets are wary of Melbourne Victory’s newest strike weapon, ahead of their match on Friday night. A few of Newcastle’s recruits know Bruno Fornaroli very well… AND where he likes to play.
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Great start for Ciblic in Brazil
Merewether Surfboard Club’s Morgan Cibilic has made the perfect start to his campaign at the Challenger Series event in Brazil. Currently 10th in the standings, Cibilic needs a solid result to increase his chances of returning to the Championship Tour.
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Five NRLW Knights to play in Women’s World Cup
Five NRLW Knights will represent their country this week at the Women’s World Cup. Two made the Jillaroos’ squad. while Shanice Parker and Autumn-Rain Stephens-Daly will play for the Kiwis.