Police Study Hate Speech at Children's Sport Game

May 10, 2026, 03:49
AustraliaSports

Introduction

Police in Sydney are looking into a problem. A woman said bad things about Jewish people at a children's netball game.

Main Body

A woman, 42 years old, shouted mean words at a game on Saturday. Police came to the park. They told the woman to leave. Now the police are asking more questions. Leaders of the netball clubs are angry. They say this is wrong. They want Jewish players to feel safe. Some leaders want the woman to never come back to the games. The Maccabi club is complaining to the other team and the league. The Saints club said they are sorry. The league is also checking the facts. This happens at a bad time. Many people are sad because of a big attack at Bondi Beach. Fifteen people died there. Now, the government is studying why people hate Jewish people.

Conclusion

The police and the sports clubs are still working on this case.

Learning

πŸ›‘ Action Words: The "ing" Habit

In this story, we see words that describe things happening right now or currently. These are great for A2 students to master because they describe active situations.

How it works: Word + ing = Happening now.

Examples from the text:

  • Looking β†’\rightarrow Police are looking into a problem.
  • Complaining β†’\rightarrow The Maccabi club is complaining.
  • Checking β†’\rightarrow The league is also checking the facts.
  • Studying β†’\rightarrow The government is studying why...

πŸ’‘ Pro Tip for Beginners: Always use a "helping word" (am / is / are) before the -ing word.

  • Wrong: Police looking... ❌
  • Right: Police are looking... βœ…

Vocabulary Learning

police (n.)
law enforcement officers
Example:The police arrived quickly at the scene.
shouted (v.)
spoke loudly
Example:She shouted loudly to get everyone's attention.
mean (adj.)
unkind or cruel
Example:He said a mean comment about the book.
park (n.)
an open area with trees and grass
Example:We played soccer in the park.
leave (v.)
to go away from a place
Example:Please leave the door open.
questions (n.)
inquiries or items of information sought
Example:The teacher asked many questions.
leaders (n.)
people who guide or direct a group
Example:The leaders met to discuss plans.
clubs (n.)
groups of people with a common interest
Example:The clubs organized a charity event.
angry (adj.)
feeling displeasure or annoyance
Example:She was angry when the game was cancelled.
players (n.)
participants in a game or sport
Example:The players practiced every day.
safe (adj.)
free from danger or harm
Example:Make sure the area is safe before entering.
hate (v.)
to feel strong dislike for
Example:He hates eating broccoli.
attack (n.)
an assault or violent act
Example:The attack shocked the whole town.