EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY NIK SIMON: When James Pater was 15, his team-mates at Shelford RFC clubbed together to bid for a training session with Jonny Wilkinson in a charity auction.

Former AFLW player and coach Lauren Arnell has criticised the standard of Collingwood, while emphasising the responsibility of coaches to "put on a show" to grow the game.

Irfan Pathan came out in support of head coach Gautam Gambhir after Ishan Kishan batted lower down the order in the first T20I, revealing that the wicketkeeper-batter had a niggle

The Dallas Cowboys have officially recognized the cheerleaders’ union after years of fighting for higher pay, giving squad members collective bargaining representation.

India's bowling woes have been a headache for head coach Gautam Gambhir, who has been forced to chop and change the lineup more often than not.

Charissa Thompson hijacked a Thursday Night Football panel with one brutal line about her ex-husbands while the Chicago Bears beat the New England Patriots 30-24. Here is the quote and the story behind it.

Head coach Mike Babcock isn't dwelling on his 2019 departure from the Toronto Maple Leafs as he prepares to face his former team for the first time Saturday. He has led the Edmonton Oilers to a Pacific Division-leading 8-1-1 record.

The Indiana Fever have cut ties with general manager Amber Cox, according to multiple reports. The move comes after a disappointing sixth-place finish.

Britt McHenry, the former ESPN host who recently accepted a position as a US State Department press adviser, has reportedly been forced to resign.

Hailee Steinfeld releases her new Disney song “Magic” and shares an unseen studio photo of husband Josh Allen enjoying a sweet “spouses listening session” moment.

Donald Trump questioned the NFL’s decision to proceed with the Steelers vs. Saints game in Paris as France braces for protests, violence and heightened security concerns.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's office reportedly tried to stop US military from participating in the NFL's first-ever game in France this Sunday before backing down.

Australian Molly Picklum is in pole position for a second straight world surfing title after her victory in Portugal put her on top of the live WSL standings.

Justin Herbert’s beer run has gone viral as the winless Chargers sit at 0-6. The quarterback was spotted buying two cases of Miller Lite, prompting fans to roast him online.

Jalen Hurts’ Eagles future is in doubt after his blood clot diagnosis, with ESPN reporter Jeremy Fowler suggesting the quarterback may have played his last down in Philadelphia.

Barstool Sports mocked Taylor Swift with a brutal divorce joke after Travis Kelce liked Shane Gillis’ controversial SNL monologue, sparking fresh buzz around the celebrity couple.

The Golden State Warriors are reportedly exploring Kristaps Porziņģis trade options as the center faces an uncertain return timeline due to health concerns.

Tom Ballantyne was playing a pre-season friendly for Welsh club Monmouth Town when he “got clattered” and sustained a tibia plateau fracture. “I broke my knee joint, essentially,” Ballantyne said. “I never played again”. So began a life investment in coaching that would see Ballantyne stacking supermarket shelves overnight, then spending long days on the grass. He has been employed by Cardiff City and Aston Villa, and managed in three of Australia’s six states. The Englishman was the man Jim...

American Skye Blakely put together four polished and confident routines that ended with a women's all-around gold medal at the 54th artistic gymnastics world championships on Friday in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Ellie Black was top Canadian in 16th.

The Wallaroos earn a win over Scotland in Canberra, as the Australians say goodbye to two much-loved veterans as Emily Chancellor and Cecilia Smith retire from international rugby.

Man United's on-loan goalkeeper Andre Onana has miraculously avoided serious harm from a terrifying car accident in Turkey.

WNBA players have been leaving the court before the national anthem during the Finals and President Donald Trump has launched a blistering attack.

Replacing Pep Guardiola needed to strike a balance of continuity and change. Enzo Maresca has moved the dial without new concepts feeling totally alien. That's the trick - a refresh, not reset.

John Murtough will be the new director of football at Birmingham - his first job in English football since leaving Manchester United.

The team said in a statement on its website Friday that the trouble erupted after its loss to the Canadian Premier League’s Forge FC on penalty kicks in the Canadian Championship final on Wednesday.

Andoni Iraola says he feels lucky to coach Liverpool starlet Rio Ngumoha - but has urged people to not expect too much too soon from the 18-year-old.

The latest news and updates on Michael Carrick's Manchester United future as he prepares to face the media before Sunday's clash with Bournemouth.

While admitting to the 'unfortunate mistake' of tricking employees with promises of an NBA championship ring, the New York Knicks now plan to fix the situation.

The Knicks ring ceremony on Tuesday night rang hollow for some staff and coaches after the team used the championship rings as the backdrop for a cruel phishing test.

JONATHAN MCEVOY IN AUSTIN: Max Verstappen has said that the 'unacceptable' Austin track, home of this weekend's US Grand Prix, is damaging his spine because it is too bumpy.