Futsal’s Olympic Chance

Futsal’s Olympic Chance

By the time the 31st Olympiad finishes in Rio de Janeiro, over 300 events across 28 sports will have been contested. One sport that won’t feature is futsal (sometimes referred to as 5-a-side), the little brother of the world’s most popular sport, football which does...
Mystery surrounds Dapto High’s treasured trophy

Mystery surrounds Dapto High’s treasured trophy

For years, Dapto High has been in possession of an Olympic trophy from the 1956 Olympic Games in Melbourne. Current principal Andrew FitzSimons is on the hunt for any information that may lead to a better understanding of how the school came to be the current owner....
Illawarra swimming talent targets Rio

Illawarra swimming talent targets Rio

The trials to choose the Australian swim team for the Rio Olympic Games will be held next week and four Wollongong swimmers are in the race. Alyisha Beckingham, Jake Power, Matt Hearne and Aaron Cannon will try out for the Olympic team under the stewardship of coach...