After a second consecutive Top 10 finish in the legendary Molokai Board Paddle – Callum Sutton has immediately returned to his studies at St Edwards College. One of the highlights for the 17 year-old….racing World Surfing Champ John John Florence.  

The Mariners Academy side is gearing up for the game of the year. The club is sitting second in the New South Wales NPL Two competition, and host ladder leaders Mt Druitt at Pluim Park tomorrow.  

Terrigal’s Jasmine Forcadilla has returned home briefly, after starring at Saint Mary’s College in California. The 20-year-old junior Australian basketball rep is now hoping to lead the team to the NCAA play-offs next season.  

The Mariners are just 48 hours away from an away clash with Adelaide in the FFA Cup Round of 32. Coach Mike Mulvey admits his men will be a little rusty, but he’s quietly confident ahead of the club’s first hit out of the season.  

Commonwealth Games high jump medallist Nicola McDermott has finished her European campaign with a third victory. The 21 year-old cleared one-metre 88, to finish equal-first in Belgium. It was her third podium in a week, following a win in Ireland and a third place at the Liege International Meeting. Next up is the IAAF Continental Cup in the Czech Republic in September.  

Saratoga strong-man Eddie Williams created history at the weekend becoming the first man to win both the ASA and ASM National titles. There were five events at the Mount Gravatt competition in Brisbane. The highlight was a staggering 350-kilogram deadlift, setting a new personal best. The 28 year-old also carried a 300-kilogram frame 20 metres in just over 10 seconds. He’ll be back in action in Melbourne in November, and is also keen to test himself overseas against the world’s best.    

While The Entrance and Wyong have already secured a finals berth, six sides below them are still in contention with just four rounds remaining in Central Coast Rugby League. Reigning premiers Terrigal have claimed a top four spot, with a hard fought win over Toukley.  

In a week where Usain Bolt and the Mariners have dominated headlines….local basketball made its own huge announcement. Former NBA star Andrew Bogut will suit up for the Sydney Kings in Terrigal, against US College powerhouse Saint Mary’s.  

Last night we heard from Tigers’ coach Shane Wooden – Tonight, Wyong’s Tony Clarke has his say ahead of one of the biggest games of the year in Central Coast Rugby League. The two sides have been a class above all season, and are level on points with just five rounds to play.  

After winning the National Title in May, Berkeley Vale’s McKenzie Cunningham is already preparing to step back in the ring. He’ll take on Townsville’s Tim Wicks next month at Morisset.