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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Former West Coast player Adam Selwood dies months after twin brother's death

Adam Selwood's passing at 41 marks a tragic loss for the Selwood family, just three months after the death of his twin, Troy Selwood.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Sarah Benson: from a PhD in explosives to overseeing integrity in Australian sport

The saga heightened suspicions within the players' union and put on hold discussions around the new illicit drugs policy, but Benson said... it was nothing unusual about the list.
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fromIndependent
6 months ago

Aussie rules giant Zach Tuohy: 'How could you, in all good conscience, try and stop young GAA players doing what I did?'

Tuohy points out that in the AFL, for every player, there are two journalists, illustrating the intense scrutiny athletes face. He notes, "The coverage is kind of what pays your bills but it can get a bit overbearing at times." This highlights the duality of media attention in sports – while it supports the industry financially, it can also create pressure and stress for the athletes.
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fromESPN.com
7 months ago

HOF guard Shaw, 'driving force' for Bills, dies

Billy Shaw holds the distinction of being the only member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame to play his entire career in the American Football League, but while that fact is worthy of noting and nice to recite, it comes nowhere near providing the reason he was elected as a member of the Class of 1999.
National Football League
fromIrish Independent
7 months ago

James Madden in line for potential Dublin spot as he returns from lengthy stint in Australia

Madden's announcement of his return to Dublin post a successful AFL career indicates a significant transition in his sports journey, opening doors for a potential return to Gaelic football.
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