Widely-respected and award-winning journalist Sam McClure is set to return to The Age as senior sports affairs reporter, working across AFL and breaking news on major sporting events and institutions.

McClure, who as the journalist behind The Age’s Scoop column has proved to be one of the best news breakers in sport journalism, will begin his new role from January to coincide with the Australian Open. 

McClure first joined The Age in 2016 and resigned from a full time role in 2022. His return to the masthead as senior sports affairs journalist, will see McClure cover the big stories in AFL and explore the stories and the people behind major sporting events, including the Australian Open tennis and the Formula 1 Grand Prix, and their part in Australia’s sporting landscape. 

“It’s truly an honour to come back to The Age and work alongside Australia’s best journalists,” said McClure. “The Age holds a particularly special place in my heart given my father’s Geoff history with the masthead. To be able to follow in his footsteps means more to me than I’m able to put into words. I’m looking forward to getting my teeth stuck in and what better way to start than with the Australian Open.”  

The role will allow McClure to continue working across a wide range of media assets, amplifying his work and reaching a diverse audience. 

Patrick Elligett, editor of The Age said: “I am thrilled to welcome Sam McClure back to The Age on a full-time basis. Sam is undoubtedly one of the best newsbreakers in sports journalism, which he has shown consistently in recent months through his Scoop column.” 

For further information, please contact:
Adrian Motte
Senior Communications Manager – Trade & Publishing 
amotte@nine.com.au

Wednesday, November 27, 2024