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SportsUp episode two

The SportsUp podcast is back for another week, and Justin Falconer, Jake Keating and Luke Sale bring you episode two.

Hawthorn’s tricky task

After winning last year’s AFL premiership, Robert Beaton discusses why Hawthorn will struggle to overcome some serious barriers in 2014.

ITPL set for 2014 debut

The recent formation of the International Tennis Premier League draws on cricket’s successful Twenty20 IPL, but its scheduling could be concerning, writes Sean Munaweera.

Can Siddle get back in the saddle?

Peter Siddle’s axing from the team has been clouded by Australia’s marvellous series victory last week. Jake Keating explores why his Test career is at a crossroad.

SportsUp episode one

Join Sean Munaweera, Luke Sale and Jake Keating for SportsUp, Upstart’s new sports podcast. Episode one will touch on AFL, cricket, the Socceroos friendly and this week’s crucial A-League matches.

Is South Africa set to slide?

South Africa has been the dominant side in cricket for the best part of two years, but bold changes must be made to keep it that way, writes Klaus Nannestad.

A new generation of Socceroos

Massimo Luongo’s surprise selection in Australia’s squad to take on Ecuador represents a change of direction under Ange Postecoglou, writes Riley Beveridge.

Demetriou’s undeserved legacy

After a decade in arguably Australian sport’s toughest job, Andrew Demetriou has announced that 2014 will be his last year. However his legacy will be clouded by an unprecedented controversy, writes Sean Munaweera.

Hills produce heroes

While Olympic snowboarder Alex “Chumpy” Pullin is favourite for tonight’s boarder-cross final, his hometown is breeding its own team of world-class champions, says Simone McInnes.

Explainer: A time to turn a blind eye

What happens when a reporter violates the sanctity of the locker room? Brandon Weiss explains what happened when Canucks beat writer Jason Botchford crossed the ethical line.

Hale in a whole new light

Hawthorn ruckman David Hale may have just won the AFL premiership, but at home he’s a legend to two little girls for a whole different reason, writes Nina Burstal.

Taking on the job in the west

What does it take to be an AFL coach? In an interview with Michael Itsou, incoming West Coast coach Adam Simpson discusses the interview process and his hopes for the Eagles.