Illawarra Mercurysport
Sunday, 3 December 2023
Illawarra Hawks suffer heartbreaking loss in Brisbane
Justin Robinson takes to the basket during the Hawks clash against the Bullets in Brisbane on Sunday. Picture by Russell Freeman/Getty Images
The Hawks have now slumped to a 3-8 win/loss record
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'Look out for us': underdogs Uni issue warning to Illawarra cricket rivals
Port Kembla batsman Harry Hobson in action against University at King George V Oval on Saturday, December 2, 2023. Picture by Sylvia Liber
Uni had little trouble beating Port Kembla on Saturday
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White explodes Lakers to back-to-back South Coast cricket wins
Kieran Gilly batting against Kiama Cavaliers. The Rail batter top-scored as his team downed Kiama by 65 runs on Saturday. Picture by Sylvia Liber
The Rail still lead the one-day comp after winning on Saturday
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Kiama juniors set to represent the region at Ultimate Fiji Soccer Cup
Kiama's under 10 and under 11 girls teams will make the trip of a lifetime to play in the Ultimate Fiji Soccer Cup. Picture supplied
'It really is a sporting slash cultural immersion development tour...'
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Check out the strength and exertion as top CrossFit athletes hit Wollongong
Photos of athletes competing outside from Friday's competition in Wollongong. Pictures by Anna Warr
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Father time not catching up with this pair yet
Connections after Father Rick after winning the Ladbrokes Million Dollar Chase. Picture supplied
Inexperienced Matildas thrashed 5-0 by Canada
Anna Harrington
Simi Awujo (26) was one of four Canadian goalscorers in the 5-0 thrashing of the Matildas. (AP PHOTO)
South Coast cricket top batters and bowlers so far this season
It's no surprise the top performers' teams are also doing well
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Lake Illawarra batsman Max Henderson has scored 222 runs at an average of 57 so far this season. Picture by Sylvia Liber.
Row erupts over AFL, cricket team relocation project
Laine Clark
The government unveiled an artist's impression of the showgrounds stadium during the Gabba rebuild. (Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS)

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Local Soccer
Kiama juniors set to represent the region at Ultimate Fiji Soccer Cup
Kiama's under 10 and under 11 girls teams will make the trip of a lifetime to play in the Ultimate Fiji Soccer Cup. Picture supplied
'It really is a sporting slash cultural immersion development tour...'
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Carney looking to build on 'successful first season' following NST announcement
David Carney (inset) and the Wolves have begun preparations for the upcoming National Premier League season. Picture by Adam McLean
The Wolves have started pre-season for 2024.
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Promoted Shellharbour keen to utilise junior talent pool moving forward
The future is bright for Shellharbour following promotion to the Illawarra Premier League. Pictures by Adam McLean and Sylvia Liber
'So we've got a good, young, solid base to move forward with'.
Jordan Warren
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Local League
Meet the Illawarra Steelers wrecking ball who is ready to explode in 2024
Illawarra Steelers young gun Leeroy Weatherall hopes to follow in his sister Maddi's (inset) footsteps and play with the Dragons. Pictures by Adam McLean and Sylvia Liber
The 16-year-old is on the trajectory to becoming an NRL talent.
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Dapto snare former Samoan international Joey Leilua to Canaries
Joey Leilua playing for the Canberra Raiders in the 2019 NRL grand final against the Sydney Roosters. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
It's a big signing for Dapto and the Illawarra Rugby League
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Kissell thrilled about growth of women's rugby league in Shellharbour
The inaugural Shellharbour Sharks open women's tackle head coach, Ronald Kissell. Picture - Supplied
The Sharks are expanding their women's program next year.
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Dragons Den
Meet the Illawarra Steelers wrecking ball who is ready to explode in 2024
Illawarra Steelers young gun Leeroy Weatherall hopes to follow in his sister Maddi's (inset) footsteps and play with the Dragons. Pictures by Adam McLean and Sylvia Liber
The 16-year-old is on the trajectory to becoming an NRL talent.
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Billy Burns departs St George Illawarra, joins their biggest rival Cronulla
Billy Burns runs the ball forward while representing St George Illawarra against the Roosters in 2022. Picture by Scott Gardiner/Getty Images
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Jack de Belin 'excited' to return early for Dragons pre-season training
Jack de Belin takes to WIN Stadium for his 200th NRL game earlier this year. Picture by Anna Warr
He was among four returning players at WIN Stadium on Tuesday.
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Hawks Nest
Illawarra Hawks suffer heartbreaking loss in Brisbane
Justin Robinson takes to the basket during the Hawks clash against the Bullets in Brisbane on Sunday. Picture by Russell Freeman/Getty Images
The Hawks have now slumped to a 3-8 win/loss record
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Hawks and Tatum out to tick off another first against the Brisbane Bullets
Hawks interim coach Justin Tatum conducts training earlier this week ahead of Illawarra's clash away to the Brisbane Bullets on Sunday. Picture by Robert Peet
Victory against the Bullets will end a 603-day wait for successive wins
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'When he talks we listen': Hawks coach lauds 'winner and leader' Peatling
Mason Pearling in action for the Hawks during their clash against the Sydney Kings on September 30, 2023. Picture by Adam McLean
The Hawks travel to Brisbane to play the Bullets on Sunday
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Junior Sport
Kiama juniors set to represent the region at Ultimate Fiji Soccer Cup
Kiama's under 10 and under 11 girls teams will make the trip of a lifetime to play in the Ultimate Fiji Soccer Cup. Picture supplied
'It really is a sporting slash cultural immersion development tour...'
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Promoted Shellharbour keen to utilise junior talent pool moving forward
The future is bright for Shellharbour following promotion to the Illawarra Premier League. Pictures by Adam McLean and Sylvia Liber
'So we've got a good, young, solid base to move forward with'.
Jordan Warren
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In-form Bailey Abela looking to produce for NSW Country in U19 nationals
Bailey Abela will play for NSW Country in the U19 National Championships in Albury from November 30 to December 7. Picture supplied
The U19 National Championships run November 30 to December 7
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Local Racing
Rosehill tips and form: Rustic Steel ready to bounce back
Rustic Steel finished strongly in The Hunter at Newcastle. Picture Bradley Photos
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'Heart on my sleeve': The emotional trainer whose video went viral
Bjorn Baker won the Coolmore Stud Stakes with Ozzmossis in early November. Picture Getty Images
Tim Auld
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Race by race preview and tips for Wyong
Flying Rani will be in for a shot at winning Race 3 at Wyong on Wednesday, November 29. Photo by Bradley Photos.
Nick Berney
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National Sport
Coach Crocker vows North will be stronger for AFLW pain
North Melbourne have been urged to take heart from the beaten grand finalists' notebook for 2024. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)
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Snapshot of the final day at the Australian Open
Joaquin Niemann's eagle on the second sudden death playoff hole secured him the Australian Open. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)
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Melbourne City score much-needed ALM win over Jets
Ben Mazzeo (R) scored on debut to send Melbourne City towards their 2-0 win at Newcastle. (Darren Pateman/AAP PHOTOS)
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Cricket
Lyon to return from injury for Tests against Pakistan
Nathan Lyon returns to Australia's Test squad for the home series against Pakistan. (Steven Markham/AAP PHOTOS)
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Johnson rips ex-teammate Warner over Test farewell lap
Mitchell Johnson (right) slammed the idea of a farewell Test series for ex-teammate David Warner. (AP PHOTO)
Oliver Caffrey
'Look out for us': underdogs Uni issue warning to Illawarra cricket rivals
Port Kembla batsman Harry Hobson in action against University at King George V Oval on Saturday, December 2, 2023. Picture by Sylvia Liber
Uni had little trouble beating Port Kembla on Saturday
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