Lachlan Harper
Sports Journalist
Lachlan Harper joined the Wide World of Sports digital editorial team in April 2023.
He has a passion for most sports, in particular rugby league, cricket, Australian rules football and rugby union - the teams he follows closely are Brisbane Broncos and Port Adelaide.
After Lachlan completed his sports journalism degree at Charles Sturt University in Bathurst he joined SANZAAR as a media intern before moving to the mid-north coast and working for two years at the Macleay Argus. He then spent a year at the Central Western Daily in Orange before moving to WWOS.
Origin dream dashed as Kalyn Ponga set to be sidelined for three months with fresh injury
Newcastle superstar Kalyn Ponga will reportedly miss three months of football due to a foot injury.
'I don't care': Raiders coach Ricky Stuart throws support around rookie fullback after horror first half
Chevy Stewart received a proper welcome to the NRL in his second game and Ricky Stuart believes it won't be the last time.
'How's that not a sin bin?': Brad Schneider avoids punishment for blatant act on Justin Olam
Brad Schneider will count himself lucky to have stayed on the field early in the first half as Justin Olam was denied a chance to score.
Ricky Stuart clarifies bust-up with Des Hasler over 'pretty poor' refereeing claims
The Raiders coach has assured the rugby league community he's still friends with Des Hasler despite their showdown.
Australian snowboarding prodigy Valentino Guseli breaks highest air world record with 'gnarly' jump
Valentino Guseli, a 19 from the NSW south coast, has put himself in the record books yet again with an epic achievement in Switzerland.
'Don't suit them too well': Phil Gould's 'stage fright' theory over Wests Tigers' surprise loss to Dragons
Phil Gould believes the bottom sides are struggling with expectation after the Tigers' shock loss to the Dragons at Campbelltown.
'They'd much rather them go overseas': Phil Gould's Roosters theory in plea to Peter V'landys over Joey Manu departure
The league icon believes the Roosters make players "feel bad" if they leave for another club and wants Manu to stay in the NRL.
Kane Cornes calls out 'highly confusing' press conference from Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge
Western Bulldogs have found themselves outside of the top eight and Luke Beveridge's post-match comments did little to assure fans.
Manly prop Josh Aloiai hit with one-match ban for dangerous contact on Shaun Johnson
Josh Aloiai's act led to a crucial two points for the Warriors and there's been further ramifications from the incident.
EXCLUSIVE: Andrew Johns' praise for Jamal Fogarty unearths massive Titans blunder
Jamal Fogarty has been one of the form halves of the competition and Andrew Johns couldn't be more complimentary.
Anthony Milford hit with two-match ban for 'totally unnecessary' hit on Reece Walsh
An injury crisis led to Anthony Milford being recalled for the Dolphins but he's set to be back on the sidelines after an unsavoury incident.
'It's been a long day': Tiger Woods breaks record for most consecutive cuts at The Masters
The former world number one looked battered and bruised as he dragged his 48-year-old body around Augusta for 23 holes.
Anthony Seibold explains reason behind Manly's Josh Schuster decision as Andrew Johns' 'club-hopper' concern revealed
The 22-year-old is heading out the exit door from Manly and Andrew Johns is worried about his future in rugby league.
The unlucky five: Coaches who have replaced Wayne Bennett and failed
Wayne Bennett has left a path of destruction at a number of NRL clubs. Jason Demetriou is getting the full experience.
Jason Demetriou walks out on bizarre press conference after 30 seconds as axe hangs over his future
The South Sydney coach is clearly feeling the heat as he was in no mood to entertain questions on how he's feeling personally.
'You're not getting away with anything': Luke Keary fined by the NRL for contrary conduct on referee Gerard Sutton
The five-eighth thought he may have got away with an ill disciplined act against the Knights but the match review committee has intervened.
Cronulla Sharks set to be fined $5000 after trainer's act against the Raiders
It appears the NRL has set a precedent from past incidents with trainers and goalkickers after the same fine was handed out in 2022.
Knights coach fumes at 'two different standards' as Rooster admits surprise at non-penalty
Adam O'Brien's frustration was clear to see and he sympathised with the Newcastle fans after their booing was heard loud and clear.
Sydney Roosters celebrate Michael Jennings' 300th match despite NRL's decision
Despite heavy criticism, the Tricolours decided to acknowledge the centre by letting him lead to side out at McDonald Jones Stadium.
NRL Thursday AS IT HAPPENED: Roosters move into top eight with victory; Newcastle Knights bomb chances in final set as Roosters hold on; Andrew Johns dumbfounded as Kalyn Ponga returns despite injury
Newcastle had two big chances in the final minutes to secure a last-gasp victory but ultimately the Tricolours held on.
'Never going to come off': Kalyn Ponga's defiant act stuns Andrew Johns as he plays on despite hip injury
Kalyn Ponga looked like he was no chance to come out after half-time, but the fullback almost rescued his side against the Roosters.
'Are you really in love with this game?': Phil Gould's question to Latrell Mitchell over retirement fear
Latrell Mitchell has been under heavy scrutiny as the Rabbitohs season gets worse. Phil Gould believes it could lead to a drastic decision.
EXCLUSIVE: Billy Slater reveals chat with Reece Walsh that points to Broncos shake-up
Reece Walsh was expected to be out for a long time after his sickening head clash but he's on course to be back for the Broncos' grudge match.
EXCLUSIVE: Billy Slater calls for radical Rabbitohs shake-up to take star 'out of his comfort zone'
South Sydney are currently in damage control but Billy Slater has produced his master plan to fix their current issues on the field.