BASK:GOAT's great expectations for WNBL's newest team The Tasmania Jewels have been tipped to be competitive from the outset as they prepare to become the WNBL's newest franchise. AAP · Jun 16
GOAT's great expectations for WNBL's newest team The Tasmania Jewels have been tipped to be competitive from the outset as they prepare to become the WNBL's newest franchise. AAP · Jun 16
More WNBL and NBL double-headers, but not this season The WNBL and NBL have forecast more double-header fixtures between the two, but will not expand the concept for the 2026/27 seasons. AAP · Jun 12
A'ja Wilson Becomes Fastest in WNBA History to Hit 6,000 Career Points. Who Else Has Done It? Wilson reached the mark after the Aces' win vs. the Storm on Monday night. Sports Illustrated · Jun 9
Jackson named as WNBL leader in league shake-up The WNBL has announced new leadership roles as it undergoes a restructure, with Australian Olympic legend Lauren Jackson taking a key position. AAP · May 5
'Finally': Why Jackson is hopeful for WNBL success The WNBL has entered a flashy new era, and Australian basketball icon Lauren Jackson believes the seeds for sustained success have been planted. AAP · Oct 24, 2025
Why ski great is seeking 20-year Paralympic comeback Alpine skiing great Michael Milton says he was inspired by a fellow Australian sporting star in his bid to compete at his sixth Winter Paralympics. AAP · Oct 16, 2025
Every WNBA Star With Multiple MVP Awards Following A'ja Wilson's Historic Win Every multi-time WNBA MVP winner after A'ja Wilson's historic fourth win. Sports Illustrated · Sep 23, 2025
Lady Magic to an Aussie gem: the stars who helped pave the way for the WNBA’s current success Not all of our choices got to play in the W but they helped build the foundations as the league goes from strength to strength The Guardian - US · Sep 10, 2025
WNBL's 'leap forward' with huge pay, salary cap bump The WNBL's minimum wage will more than double under a new pay agreement years in the making that will also swell clubs' salary caps. AAP · Apr 27, 2025
Retiring Jackson working harder than ever for hoops Despite finally retiring, Lauren Jackson is more involved in basketball than ever with the legend looking to reignite the WNBL and keep women in the game. AAP · Feb 18, 2025
Basketball icon Lauren Jackson to steer WNBL in new era Legendary basketballer Lauren Jackson has joined the WNBL as a special advisor to the league's new owners, who are set to take control in April. AAP · Feb 3, 2025
Basketball great Jackson reveals Paris knee pain Celebrating winning The Dawn Award over beers with its inspiration Dawn Fraser, basketball great Lauren Jackson has revealed she's undergone a knee replacement. AAP · Nov 18, 2024
Paddling's Fox sisters share Hall of Fame's Don Award The Paris paddling feats of Jessica and Noemie Fox have been celebrated, with the pair winning The Don Award at the Sport Australia Hall of Fame gala dinner. AAP · Nov 18, 2024
Sports Illustrated · Sep 19, 2024 Full List of WNBA Players to Win Three MVP Awards A'ja Wilson is looking to join some elite company and become the fourth player ever to win three WNBA MVP awards.
AAP · Sep 3, 2024 Inspirational Opals captain retires after bronze medal Lauren Jackson has praised Tess Madgen's leadership after the Opals captain announced her retirement from basketball.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 12, 2024 A joie de vivre in Paris revived the Olympic spirit to leave Tokyo Games in alternative universe Despite fears about security, strikes and sweltering heat, Paris 2024 delivered the ‘party Games’ with Australia among the teams leading the celebrations
AAP · Aug 11, 2024 Jackson's fifth Games medal a vivid Paris send-off Lauren Jackson was happy to sit back, watch and - for once - soak in what it feels like to win an Olympic medal after capping a remarkable comeback with bronze.
AAP · Aug 11, 2024 Swim great McKeon leads Australia's Olympic retirees Swimmer Emma McKeon will retire from the Olympics as Australia's most decorated athlete while Opals legend Lauren Jackson walks away with five Games medals.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 11, 2024 Opals return to Olympic podium with basketball bronze on final day of Paris 2024 The Opals returned to the Olympic podium for the first-time in 12 years, beating Belgium by four points in a thriller to win bronze
AAP · Aug 11, 2024 Magbegor's monster game seals Opals' bronze The Opals officially unveiled their new star as Ezi Magbegor dominated in a defeat of Belgium to secure bronze and a fifth Games medal for Lauren Jackson.
AAP · Aug 9, 2024 Opals bounced into bronze medal play-off by USA United States, the seven-time defending champions, have brushed aside the Opals 85-64 in a semi-final win leaving Australia to fight Belgium for bronze.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 9, 2024 Australia’s Opals vow to break US hoodoo in Olympic basketball semi-final After three decades of US dominance, Australia’s women’s basketball team are determined to make history in Friday’s semi-final clash against the Americans
AAP · Aug 8, 2024 Jackson ready for one last USA dance in Paris semi Opals coach Sandy Brondello could take Lauren Jackson out of cotton wool for one final crack at the United States in their Olympics semi-final in Paris.
AAP · Aug 1, 2024 By George, Opals are back on Olympics track with win Cayla George's bench cameo and Sami Whitcomb's best basketball have revived the Opals' Olympic campaign with Australia beating Canada 70-65 in Lille.