Looking to spice up your feed? These eight sports stars also go pretty well online.
The ever-evolving world of social media has brought fans and athletes closer than ever before.
Some sporting stars have made the most of it, elevating their profile and reminding everyone that athletes aren’t robots.
From eccentric personalities to entertaining skits, highlighted below are seven Australian athletes who are among the best follows on the socials.
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Daria Saville
If you’re yet to come across this tennis livewire, you’re missing out big time. Saville’s quirky and humorous personality has helped her amass a cult following online; her popular TikTok account @dasha_tofu boasts close to a million followers.
A glance at her content, and you’ll find gems like her sarcastic takes to troll messages, comedic skits and videos with her adorable dog Tofu.
Mason Cox
The Collingwood big man is another name on this list that’s reached must-follow status thanks to his Twitter account.
Up to nearly 50,000 followers, Cox’s sharp-witted tweets touch on everything from pop culture to his fascination with Australian lingo.
His podcast series The Mason Cox Show further showcases his witty nature; he’s featured guests including Matt Preston and Peter Bol.
Saraid Taylor
The 24-year-old might not be a household name yet, but this multi-talented athlete should be on your radar.
Currently playing with Richmond in the AFLW, both her Twitter and Instagram shines a light on social issues that are impacting the community at the moment, while also taking everyone behind the scenes of life as an athlete.
Previously playing with the Dandenong Flyers in the WNBL, Taylor also is an award-winning writer; her debut literary novel will be released sometime in 2023.
Harry Garside
Since his Olympic debut at Tokyo, buoyant character Harry Garside has captivated fans. With his painted nails and striking mullet, the 25-year-old boxer has garnered attention for breaking stereotypes.
But beyond his athletic abilities, Garside’s message of positivity and being yourself has helped grow a community of 91.4K Instagram followers. He’s been documenting the ‘uncomfortable challenge’, trying to get out of his comfort zone in the name of personal growth.
Back in June, he made headlines filming himself as a window washer, experiencing what it’s like to work hard for money at traffic stops. The viral clip makes for powerful viewing.
Chloe Dalton
Looking to spice up your feed? Then look no further than three-code superstar Chloe Dalton.
The GWS Giants powerhouse has made a name for herself both on the field and off of it in recent years. Her infectious personality can be seen through her Instagram posts that include snaps with her AFLW teammates and interviews with Opals stars.
Dalton’s another name on this list who’s broken through the world of podcasting.
Her series The [Female] Athlete Project, aims to increase the visibility of women’s sports and its stories.
Isaac Humphries
The Melbourne United centre is a force on the court. But did you know he’s also a talented vocalist?
A glance on Humphries’ Instagram reveals clips of him showing off his singing voice.
His musical abilities aside, Humphies has captivated a strong follower base with his impressive online presence.
Rudi Ellis
When the 24-year-old isn’t tearing it up on the court for the West Coast Fever, you can be sure to find her participating in the latest TikTok trend.
The netballer’s vibrant personality shines through on her account; dancing with teammates and quirky moments during the season.
Ellis has also carefully curated her Instagram feed, sharing photographs from both her personal and sporting career with 14.8K followers.
Christian Petracca
He’s well known for his midfield prowess, but Petracca’s TikTok account also proves he’s a gun in the kitchen.
The Melbourne Demons star has built up a following of over 100k sharing his cooking videos and tutorials, often healthy and athlete-friendly meals, like pasta, stir-fries and salads.
Throughout the current AFL preseason, Petracca has also been sharing ‘day-in-the-life’ vlogs, an interesting insight into what an average pre-season day looks like for an AFL player.
Whether you’re after the training videos, the cooking tutorials, or are just a fan of Petracca, he’s well worth a follow.
@christianpetracca_5 Tuscan prawn pasta #fyp #pasta #cooking ♬ Los Pollos Hermanos – Knucks
