Sport

There's a marked discrepancy between the earnings of top athletes in the major codes and those less well known.

High-performance athletes can deliver fans and sponsors, with social media a driver of engagement.

WA's sporting organisations are working to stay ahead of the curve and enhance their standing in local and national markets.

Perth Racing has signed a two-year media partnership deal with Craig Hutchison-led Sports Entertainment Group, effective from May 1, for an undisclosed amount.

Golf WA chief executive Arron Minchin says the state governing body intends to continue working closely with on-course and off-course golf facility owners to maximise participation.

Nine Entertainment has signed a two-year broadcast rights agreement with the National Basketball League for an undisclosed amount.

The Perth Basketball Association has appointed Ben Fraser as its new chief executive, effective from April 22, succeeding Ryan Lenegan.

Netball WA Group chief executive Simone Hansen says a new broadcast deal between Netball Australia and Nine Entertainment could create new opportunities for the code.

The state government says it expects “dedicated fan bases” travelling from interstate and overseas will be unperturbed in attending major sporting tourism events in Perth amid the global fuel crisis.

ANALYSIS: Basketball WA chief executive Fabian Ross says the state governing body will maintain its open dialogue with NBL1 West clubs regarding potential fuel-related impacts this season.

Sport and recreation minister Rita Saffioti says Perth securing two FIBA Asian World Cup qualifiers in July is a boost for basketball in WA.

ANALYSIS: The Perth Bears have announced when and where fans will be able to first view and purchase their inaugural on-field jersey.

Netball WA Group chief executive Simone Hansen is confident the code is on course to meet a series of important key performance indicators as it continues an upward trajectory.

OPINION: Creating a legacy sports event for Perth could bring huge flow-on benefits.

ATCO Australia has secured naming rights of the WAFLW competition over the next three seasons, with an option to extend for an additional two seasons.

Basketball WA has appointed Ryan Lenegan as its general manager of membership and community growth, beginning in early May.

A solid combination of focus, resources and time into WA by the National Rugby League is delivering results, according to NRL WA boss John Sackson.

Former Western Bulldogs and Fremantle Dockers defender Brad Wira has been appointed WA Football CEO, effective from May 4.

West Coast Fever has achieved a massive membership base milestone ahead of its 2026 Suncorp Super Netball opener on Sunday at RAC Arena.

Ben Morton brings both political and business experience to his role as chair of the Perth Bears.

The Perth Football League has increased its total equity to $2.55 million, on the back of posting a surplus last year.

Claremont Football Club has announced that longstanding chief executive Darcy Coffey will depart Tigerland at the end of the month.

Respected Australian sports broadcaster Dennis Cometti has died age 76.

South Sydney Rabbitohs chief executive Blake Solly says the club will maintain its connection with WA, despite the introduction of the Perth Bears from next season.

Ground has broken for construction of the $163 million Australian Hockey Centre at Curtin University's Bentley campus.

Despite generating a club record revenue of $83.6 million, the Fremantle Dockers posted a reduced operating profit in 2025.

OPINION: Three months after Travis Head's Ashes onslaught got the WA summer off to an explosive start, Optus Stadium will host more sporting fireworks when the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup gets under way.

The East Fremantle Football Club says it is confident it will be able to implement a fencing model in 2026 which adheres to WAFL venues policy guidelines.

Western Australia's push to become a major rugby union destination has continued on the back of securing two Wallabies Test matches later this year.

The West Coast Eagles Football Club has posted a profit of $1.6 million profit in 2025, ensuring it remains one of the most financially healthy in the AFL.

SportWest chief executive Troy Kirkham says those within the sport and recreation industry in WA are doing all they can to retain quality staff and maximise facility rationalisation.

ANALYSIS: Despite plenty of on-track action over the past few months, Perth Racing chief executive James Oldring is equally pleased about another new trend.