Sports First Line is an Australian professional sports news platform dedicated to reporting sport from where it happens first — on the field, inside competitions, and at the centre of sporting decisions. The platform delivers direct, fact-driven coverage across Australia’s major sports, treating each match, event, and development as part of a broader sporting narrative.
Sports First Line focuses on immediacy, accuracy, and relevance. Our reporting is built around real competition moments, verified information, and clear timelines, offering readers a dependable source for understanding what is happening across Australian sport as it unfolds.
Our Reporting Philosophy
Sports First Line approaches sports journalism with a frontline mindset.
Our coverage prioritises:
- Match-day reporting and event outcomes
- Key developments affecting ongoing competitions
- Team decisions, selections, and structural changes
- Athlete performance and competitive form
- National and international sports events involving Australia
Rather than opinion-heavy commentary, we focus on what matters on the ground, supported by context and verified detail.
Editorial Standards
Sports First Line operates under newsroom-style editorial discipline.
- Fact-first reporting with verified sources
- Clear separation between reporting and analysis
- No speculation presented as news
- Transparent updates when information changes
Our aim is to provide sports coverage that is clear, professional, and trusted by readers who follow sport seriously.
Our Team
Sports First Line is run by an experienced editorial team with backgrounds in sports reporting, competition analysis, and digital publishing.
David Marshall
Sports Editor Leads editorial direction and oversees daily sports coverage.
Sarah Thompson
Senior Sports Reporter Covers live events, match reporting, and competition updates.
Luke Anderson
Performance Analyst Provides analysis on athlete form, match trends, and team performance.
Megan Li
Content & Publishing Manager Manages content scheduling, publishing accuracy, and platform coordination.
Our Team
Sports First Line is run by an experienced editorial team with backgrounds in sports reporting, competition analysis, and digital publishing.
David Marshall
Sports Editor Leads editorial direction and oversees daily sports coverage.
Sarah Thompson
Senior Sports Reporter Covers live events, match reporting, and competition updates.
Luke Anderson
Performance Analyst Provides analysis on athlete form, match trends, and team performance.
Megan Li
Content & Publishing Manager Manages content scheduling, publishing accuracy, and platform coordination.