Last week the NRL saw the worst crowds in 30 years, which merely highlights the larger issue: Where have all the players worth watching gone?
Loser Blues: Is there any way back for NSW and the Wallabies?
After the Blues’ ugly capitulation to the Maroons in the State of Origin, and indeed the Wallabies inability to compete with the All Blacks, I say it’s time to go back to square one. Worth a try.
Li Cunxin: Mao’s last dancer changing the minds of our athletes
The mind power of Mao’s last dancer, Li Cunxin – and how he is now helping the performance of our Australian swimming team.
The psychology of sports psychology: Start them early
As professional sport gathers more articulate data, the concept of sports psychology is evolving, as a winning mindset is established early, especially in the video game realm.
Charlotte Caslick: The Queen of Women’s World Rugby Sevens
We caught up with Gold Medallist, pioneer and Rugby Union Sevens player of the year Charlotte Caslick ahead of her attempt to put Australia back on top of the sevens ladder.
Bang, gone: How the Big Bash is challenging Aus cricket
With the second Big Bash semi on tonight, we spoke to former Test spinner Greg Matthews on his adoration, and fear of the short form game.
The hull truth: The side of the Sydney to Hobart you don’t see
The 2016 instalment of the historic Sydney Hobart upon us, TBS spoke to the skipper of Wild Oats, and eight-time winner Mark Richards.
Interview with Women’s Cricketer of the Year: Meg Lanning
Meg Lanning stands front and centre to the growing professionalism of women’s sport. The Big Smoke chats with our only successful test captain.
From the horse’s mouth: How to win the Melbourne Cup
On the morning of The Race that Stops a Nation, The Big Smoke looks back upon some of our greatest Melbourne Cup wins, with a few pointers on how to pick a winner this afternoon.
TBS Sportsdesk: A tale of two cities, and of two finals
Two cities and four teams all share the same narrative this finals weekend. The heavily backed powerhouses, do battle against the rank outsiders on the wrong side of history.