Russo “content” with year despite interruptions
WHILE 2025 was far from her perfect scenario, West Australian Mia Russo ended her top-age campaign “happy”. While Russo admitted she had “bigger plans” for herself, the West Perth star was able to continue her development and remain among the top 10 talents in this year’s AFLW Draft. “It was a really good year, especially […] The post Russo “content” with year despite interruptions appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
Breakers look for another Spark in Jackies clash
TWO MATCHES more than 2300km apart will provide NBL fans with plenty of basketball action tonight as Round 5 of the NBL rolls on at Spark Arena and Brisbane Entertainment Centre. We take a look at the first of those clashes which promise to provide plenty of fascinating matchups and early bragging rights for sides. […] The post Breakers look for another Spark in Jackies clash appeared first on Basketball Rookie Me Central.
2025 AFLW Draft Q&A: Chloe Thorn
CAPTAINING Oakleigh Chargers this year, top-age talent Chloe Thorn has spent time across all three lines and further emphasised her consistency at multiple levels of competition. We spoke to Thorn at the National Draft Combine about her footballing journey, experiences and future goals. Q: Chloe, tell us a little bit about your footy journey? CT: “I […] The post 2025 AFLW Draft Q&A: Chloe Thorn appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
Brilliant Bryce aids Adelaide in bounce back win
STAR 36ers recruit Bryce Cotton put on one of his trademark shows at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre last night as he guided the home team to a 17-point win over South East Melbourne Phoenix. Coming off their first loss of the season to the Sydney Kings on Saturday, the 36ers responded in the best possible […] The post Brilliant Bryce aids Adelaide in bounce back win appeared first on Basketball Rookie Me Central.
Sixers looking to bounce back against Phoenix
THE NATIONAL Basketball League (NBL) officially begins its fifth round of action on Thursday night, with the fixture opening with a clash between the Adelaide 36ers and the SEM Phoenix at Adelaide Entertainment Centre. Both teams have enjoyed solid starts to the season over the first four weeks, with the two sides losing just one […] The post Sixers looking to bounce back against Phoenix appeared first on Basketball Rookie Me Central.
2025 AFLW Draft Q&A: Issy Creaton
A PRODUCTIVE top-age campaign from Eastern Ranges defender Isabelle Creaton resulted in the hard-running draft prospect earning a State Draft Combine invitation. Boasting some eye-catching traits, Creaton was a key member of the Ranges’ flag tilt, and held her own for Vic Metro as well. We spoke to Creaton at the Draft Combine where she […] The post 2025 AFLW Draft Q&A: Issy Creaton appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
Swans coach played with “four-quarter” performance
AFTER four consecutive losses, Sydney coach Scott Gowans was a happy man on the weekend following Sydney’s comprehensive victory against Carlton. In a battle of two finals hopefuls, the Swans snapped their month-long losing streak to get back on the winner’s list after starting the season 4-0. Against the impressive Blues who we 6-2 heading […] The post Swans coach played with “four-quarter” performance appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
Bullets at their best as Brisbane upsets Wildcats
ALTHOUGH entering the match as heavy underdogs, the Brisbane Bullets managed to walk away from RAC Arena with a 17-point win over the Perth Wildcats in the National Basketball League (NBL) Ignite Cup on Wednesday night. Coming into the clash, the two teams could not have been in different form. The Wildcats had been one […] The post Bullets at their best as Brisbane upsets Wildcats appeared first on Basketball Rookie Me Central.
High five for “mature” Saints
ST KILDA is making history in season 2025 as the Saints march on towards a finals berth under coach Nick Dal Santo. The former Saints and Roos AFL star was pleased with his team’s “mature performance” during their win over Collingwood at RSEA Park on Sunday. St Kilda weathered the Magpies’ inside 50s then smacked […] The post High five for “mature” Saints appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
Bowering “excited” by possibilities for 2026
UNLIKE a lot of AFL Women’s draft prospects uncertain if they will relocate to continue their football at the elite level in 2026, the reality for Tasmanian Priya Bowering is that for many years she has known relocation is the only option, and is more than prepared for the challenge that awaits. “It will definitely […] The post Bowering “excited” by possibilities for 2026 appeared first on Aussie Rules Rookie Me Central.
