Unrelated sports reports: Hawthorn AFLW and Illawarra Hawks NBL

The Hawthorn AFLW team secured their third consecutive finals appearance following a dominant 55-point victory over West Coast. During the match, the Hawks recorded a club history for the highest score of 94 points and 14 goals. Despite early struggles with goal conversion, key performances from players such as Áine McDonagh and Poppy Stockwell helped secure the win.

In the NBL, Illawarra Hawks head coach Justin Tatum addressed his coaching future and the team's recruitment needs following a recent victory over the Perth Wildcats. Tatum, whose contract extends through the NBL27 campaign, stated that while he has considered options beyond the current season, his immediate focus remains on elevating the team to championship caliber through strategic player recruitment.