Category: North West Sport
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Raleigh jumps into Swifts Academy Program
New England netballer Charlotte Raleigh has been selected into the Swifts Academy Program. The academy provides training, support and a potential pathway to playing for the club.
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Father daughter duo mark New South Wales AFL first
The Tamworth Kangaroos have announced their new coaching staff for the 2023 season. It marks a first for senior AFL coaching in New South Wales, with a father daughter duo taking over the reins.
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Mike Parsons named new Northern NSW Football chairman
He’s been the face of football on the Mid North Coast for years but now Mike Parsons is ready to take on his next challenge. Elected chairman of Northern New South Wales Football… junior development, growing the NPL and finding a new CEO… all high on his agenda.
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Group 4 introduces new women’s tackle comp
Group 4 Rugby League has announced a new women’s tackle competition will get underway in the North West next year. Held at Scully Park, it’s hoped the four-round tournament will lead to more, full contact league games in the women’s division.
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Pepper’s Ghost wins the Armidale Cup
Trainers from across New South Wales have finally been able to compete at the Armidale Cup today, after it was washed out earlier this year. Meanwhile, Brett Cavanough’s Pepper’s Ghost took out the final race.
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Australian star takes out Boggy Ninja Cash Competition
Dozens of young athletes have battled it out in Boggabri, swinging and soaring through their obstacles at the Boggy Ninja Cash Competition. While $500 cash prizes were on offer… the event was a chance for up and coming ninjas to show off their skills.
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Troy O’Neile looks for double victory with Beckford
Tamworth trainer Troy O’Neile is looking for back to back wins with his runner, Beckford, at the Armidale Cup. Despite disadvantages thrown his way, O’NielE believes Beckford still has what it takes.
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Ten4 bouldering hosts finals
The Honey Badgers have taken out Ten Four Bouldering’s premiership title. It’s a strong end to the year for competitor, Archie Eatcher – who’s now resting up ahead of April’s youth nationals comp
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Tamworth local wins big in 24 mountain bike competition
Mountain biker Mitch Sherwood has returned home to Tamworth after a gruelling 24 hour race in Lithgow. The 28 year old finished just two laps behind the winner… already setting his sights on closing that gap in next year’s competition.
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McCulloch’s first international fight
Josh McCulloch’s perfect professional Muay Thai record will go on the line this weekend, when the 22-year old steps into the ring for his first international bout. Hoping to defend his rise lightweight Australian title, the Tamworth fighter will be taking on an opponent 13-years his senior.