Category: North West Sport

The first day of the North and North West Showjumping competition has now leaped in to action. But today is just the beginning, with a state title to be handed out on Sunday.

Tamworth Basketball is ready for a busy season, with rep tournaments beginning in a fortnight. The sport only seems to be growing with numbers the biggest they’ve ever been.

The best show jumpers from across the state are descending on Tamworth’s Australian Equine centre for four days of fierce competition. The summer championship will also see riders battle it out for the New South Wales Indoor showjumping title.

Rising Tamworth athletes have been given insight into their possible future by an Olympian. Former Kookaburra Captain Mark Knowles hosted three youth hockey clinics. Spending time coaching everything from skills to sportsmanship – Almost a year after unveiling the new field for the use of local teams

Tamworth’s Sam Hill is gearing up to compete on the world stage for the very first time. But, there’ll be no crowds or cheering for Hill… since he’ll be participating in the 2022 E-Sports Cycling Championships from the comfort of his own home.

Quirindi’s new rodeo arena will be put to the test this weekend, as a record number entrants roll into town for its annual event. From bucking bulls to barrel racing – the rodeo showcase is hoped to draw crowds from far and wide.

Tamworth Baseball Association is preparing for their first ever Summer Competition. After a washed out attempt in November, they’re hoping the weather holds this time round.

This year’s Bendemeer Rodeo is a record breaker with competitor numbers reaching 500 for the first time. It follows two-tough years of dwindling numbers and restrictions.

A charity cricket match got underway in Tamworth last night – with Perry’s Supreme taking home the glory. While they’re no Donald Bradman, players’ efforts were all for a good cause – with funds raised headed straight to the local RFS.

More than 150 swimmers will be making a splash this Sunday at Tamworth City Pool. The annual New England North West Swimming Carnival is an opportunity for athletes to get into the competition mindset ahead of Nationals.