Category: Sport
In a landmark day for inclusive rugby, the Brisbane Hustlers defeated the Sydney Convicts to take home the Purchas Cup 2025, marking their first-ever victory over their long-time rivals. The Hustlers triumphed 7–5 in a tense final at Auckland’s Western Springs Stadium, while the Convicts claimed the Purchas Shield with a 14–0 win over the […]
Jason Collins, the first openly gay player in the NBA, has been diagnosed with a brain tumour, his family confirmed. The 46-year-old former center is currently undergoing treatment. “Jason and his family welcome your support and prayers and kindly ask for privacy as they dedicate their attention to Jason’s health and well-being,” his family said […]
The Purchas Cup 2025 was officially launched last night with an opening ceremony at the All Blacks Experience in central Auckland, ushering in one of the most significant events on the inclusive rugby calendar. The evening began with a mihi led by Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei’s Joe Royal, followed by speeches from NZ Falcons President Tom […]
After a stunning upset win by South Florida over the Florida Gators, it wasn’t just the final score — 18-16 — that had fans buzzing. It was the emotional on-field celebration between kicker Nico Gramatica and punter/holder Chase Leon that truly caught fire online. A photo of the duo embracing — with Gramatica cradling Leon’s […]
The South Florida Bulls delivered a massive upset on Saturday, toppling the heavily favoured Florida Gators with a last-second field goal. But while the win itself was headline-worthy, it was what happened after the game that truly captured fans’ hearts — and imagination. Following his 20-yard game-winning kick, Bulls placekicker Nico Gramatica ran to celebrate […]
The California high school volleyball player at the centre of conservative outrage has spoken publicly, insisting she is “just a normal kid.” AB Hernandez, a student at Jurupa Valley High School near Los Angeles, has faced protests and political attacks over her participation on the girls’ volleyball and track-and-field teams. At least three schools have […]
Adelaide Crows player Izak Rankine has publicly apologised after receiving a four-game ban from the Australian Football League (AFL) for using a homophobic slur during a recent match against Collingwood. The initial penalty could have been five matches, but AFL CEO Andrew Dillon confirmed that a “compelling medical submission” from the Adelaide Football Club influenced […]
Cisgender Algerian boxer Imane Khelif has taken her case to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) after World Boxing barred her from competing unless she submits to a genetic sex test. The controversial ban comes just days before the start of the World Boxing Championships. Earlier this year, World Boxing introduced a new policy […]