Nader Hamdan, of Kingsgrove, progressed to the next round of the competition with a win over Australian middleweight champion Les Piper in the bout shown last Monday night.

"It has been a great experience and something I'll never forget,'' Hamdan said. "I'm watching the show now and I can't stop laughing.''

One of the more interesting characters in the show has been Sonni Michael Angelo who Hamdan describes as a "cool cat''. Episode four to be shown on Monday is the most dramatic and controversial episode to date.

Tah, Tahs

THE NSW Waratahs squad headed by Southern Districts trio Rob Horne, Dan Palmer and Kane Douglas will be taking part in an open training session at Jubilee Stadium on Monday. The free open training session and barbecue will start from 3.30pm.

Roach approach

SUTHERLAND Shire umpire Lisa Roach won the Carol Morris Medal for senior umpire of the year at the third Hockey NSW Annual Awards Night at Bankstown last Saturday. Roach also has an award which is given to the junior female umpire of the year.

Australian honours

NIC Maddison, of Sutherland, and Josh Hazlewood, of St George, have been named in a preliminary 30-player squad for the International Cricket Council under-19 World Cup to be held in New Zealand in January. The final squad will be announced next month.

Hadfield a finalist

GYMEA Gorillas Junior Rugby League icon Peter Hadfield will be formally recognised for his contribution to grassroots rugby league after being named as a finalist for the Rugby League One Community Awards.

Hadfield, not the ex-Olympian, has been involved in the game for more than 40 years. The winner will be named on Tuesday.

Stars at dinner

ST George District Cricket Club will be hosting their annual fund-raising dinner at Club Central Hurstville on Thursday night. Former cricket star Mike Whitney will be the guest speaker and renowned comedian Mick Meredith will provide entertainment. Tickets are $120. Details: 95800101.