Terrigal and The Lakes prevail in cliffhangers
RUGBY The Terrigal Trojans defeated the Kariong Wanderers by just one point, 20-19, in the Central Coast Rugby match of the day at Kariong Oval in a thriller from start…
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Women’s Rugby win gold with Faith
RUGBY The Australian Rugby 7s Women’s team have won gold at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games with Berkely Vale’s Faith Nathan playing a lead role. From Friday to Sunday, July…
Mariners edged out by Sydney FC in cup thriller
The Central Coast Mariners were narrowly defeated by Sydney FC in a penalty shoot-out after a thrilling 3 all extra time ‘Australia Cup’ match at Leichhardt oval on Sunday evening….
Urena departure extends exodus of Mariners
FOOTBALL Costa Rican striker, Marcos Urena has been released from his contract with the Central Coast Mariners upon request. Urena has cited family reasons for the exit and has shown…
Central Coast clubs shine in pool rescue championships
Nearly 250 surf club athletes put their skills to the test at the 2022 Surf Life Saving NSW Pool Rescue Championships at the Peninsula Leisure Centre in Woy Woy from…
Coast locals to represent green and gold at Commonwealth Games
Central Coast locals Nicola Olyslagers, Matthew Dawson, Bradley Woodward and Charlie Hunter, will represent Australia in hockey and athletics at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. Gosford’s, Nicola Olyslagers, has…
Woy Woy junior plays 200th rugby game
Woy Woy Junior Rugby Union Club member, Jack Morrison, is set to play his 200th game this Saturday, July 30. Vice President, Reuben Muldrock, said Jack was a valuable player…
Running group celebrates milestones
The Woy Woy Runners just celebrated its first birthday and the milestone of reaching 100 members. Founded by Ken Lau in 2021, the group can be seen running from Point…
Avoca grommy crowned NSW champion
An Avoca Beach local has been crowned champion in the Under 12’s NSW Grommet State Titles at Maroubra Beach on July 25, with her wave choice and ability to perform…
Junior Surfer finds results in State titles
Surfing Central Coast junior surfers, Hugh Vaughan and Clae Grubisa earned medals at the Surfing NSW State title events last week (July 18-19) at Sandon Point Beach, Illawarra. First in…
Pool rescue championships set for Peninsula Leisure Centre
Almost 250 athletes from 25 surf life saving clubs across the state will tussle for top honours at the NSW Pool Rescue Championships at Woy Woy Peninsula Leisure Centre this…
International ice hockey giants skate into Erina
The Australian International Ice Hockey Cup came to a conclusion at the Erina Ice Arena last weekend with a decisive four-game win for Canada over their Swedish rivals. The cup…
Birighitti departs
FOOTBALL The Central Coast Mariners have confirmed the sale of goalkeeper, Mark Birighitti to Dundee United FC in the Scottish Premiership for an undisclosed fee, Tuesday July 19. To the…
Important win for Avoca Beach
RUGBY Avoca Beach advanced to the second spot on the points score tally after an important 24-5 victory over Hornsby on July 16 in the Central Coast Rugby Union competition….
Second place for Avoca surfer at Skullcandy
Avoca surfer Lennox Chell narrowly missed out on taking out the Pro Junior Boys title at the 2022 Skullcandy Oz Grom Open, coming a close second to Long Reef’s Kobi…
Killarney Vale Bombers celebrate 40-year flag
Killarney Vale Aussie Rules Club will celebrate its 40-year premiership reunion on Saturday, July 23 with a home game at the Tumbi Umbi ground against Terrigal Avoca. The club formed…
Molly Picklum wins all-Central Coast final in Challenger Series
SURFING Central Coast surfer, Molly Picklum has won her first Challenger Series event of the year in the Ballito Pro, South Africa, overcoming fellow Coastie, Macy Callaghan in the final…
Kariong tighten grip on Premier 1 ladder
Soggy conditions on June 9 saw three Premier 1 matches played back to back at Woongarrah Oval, resulting in wins for Terrigal, Avoca Beach and competition leaders Kariong. The first…
Community sport award for Council
Central Coast Council has won the Sport NSW Local Council of the Year Community Sports Award, which recognises contributions to the community in sport and active recreation. The Awards celebrate…
Jai Opetaia is Cruiserweight World Champion
BOXING In a brutal 12-round joust between defending champion, Mairis Briedis, and mandatory challenger from Watanobbi, Jai Opetaia, the latter prevailed to claim the belt and become Australia’s only current…