Category: North West Sport

The Tamworth Pirates have created a monopoly on Central North Rugby in recent years, thanks to former first grade coach Mat Kelly. But with the club stalwart stepping-down, the Pirates have new personnel onboard, to guide them through uncharted waters.  

The New Zealand Warriors are poised to fly directly to Tamworth, as part of the NRL’s reboot plans. The charter flight just needs final approval from authorities.  

The Northern Inland Academy of Sport has certainly felt the force of the coronavirus shutdown. Over the last month, the academy has shifted its coaching online, with athletes embracing the initiative.  

Pay cuts aren’t the only cause for concern in rugby league, as the Warriors prepare to fly into Tamworth ahead of the season relaunch. The club is sweating on the outcome of tomorrow’s National Cabinet meeting, seeking an exemption to train while in isolation.  

The New Zealand Warriors are waiting for formal approval from the State Government to begin a two weeks pre-season in Tamworth. The announcement comes after the Kiwi’s were granted federal approval to enter Australia this week. The NRL is now meeting with state officials to confirm if approval will be given for the Warriors to…

Tamworth Hockey Association has rescheduled its annual York Cup and Kim Small Shield to October. The Under-11’s carnival attracts almost 3,000 people – and, this year, it’ll take place at a $9.6 million dollar upgraded facility.

Northern Inland Football is in discussions about a possible July return. It comes after Football Federation Australia confirmed all soccer activities would remain suspended until May 31. Northern New South Wales Football has decided its seven zones, including Northern Inland, will continue planning for a deferred season kick-off. While no exact date has been given,…

John Porch was in Coober Pedy last year when he received a phone call from a former coach, about an opportunity in Ireland. At the time, Porch was out of favour with the Aussie Sevens selectors, making his decision an easy choice.    

There’s an online cycling program that has riders from all over the world in a spin. ‘Zwift,’ as it’s known, has become a trusted alternative and members of the Tamworth Cycle Club have embraced it.  

Rugby League competitions across the region could resume in July. Group 4 is working towards a shortened season, but there’s a number of other protocols that need to fall into place.