Category: North West Sport

The newly redeveloped Tamworth Hockey Centre will soon host the Regional Challenge, in a first for the city. The February event will also serve as a the first major test for the venue, since its multi-million dollar upgrade.

Some of the region’s most promising junior rugby players hit the paddock in Tamworth today, with the hope of gaining selection in a combined representative side. The trial was open to boys and girls in the under-17’s age group.

Some of the state’s top riders have been on show during the last two days of the Tamworth International Eventing competition. The heat proving a challenging barrier for both competitors and organisers.

The North West Tennis Championships got underway today in Gunnedah, bringing together the region’s top players. More than 100 players will take part in the two-day tournament — all braving the scorching temperatures.  

What started as a form of exercise and therapy, has led Paul Noldt on an incredible fundraising journey. Christened the ‘Elliptical for Autism’ challenge, the Kootingal Roosters reserve grade coach set-out today to complete 100-kilometres on a cross trainer.    

World Rugby is looking to address the lack of female coaches at the top level, with a ground-breaking internship program. Glen Innes product Alana Thomas is one of the lucky recipients, as the Melbourne Rebels Super W coach looks to develop her experience and credentials.

Many of the region’s senior cricketers should’ve been in Adelaide this weekend for the start of the national over-50s championships. With that cancelled, Tamworth Veterans Cricket has come-up with an alternative.

Tamworth has recorded a comfortable win over Quirindi in the second round of the Connolly Cup. The victory was setup by Tamworth’s bowling attack, with Brad Redshaw claiming five-wickets in yesterday’s match.

Walcha’s Morgan Dunn is a step closer to achieving his goal of playing AFL at the highest level. He’s one of two Northern Heat squad members invited to trial with the Southport Sharks, who will next year enter the VFL.

The Tamworth Motorcycle Club has long overseen operations of everything on two-wheels at Oakburn Park. But last night the club took over the speedway too, holding its inaugural race meet.