Almanac Footy: Five things that made the NTFL Grand Final great

Despite the overwhelming chorus of ‘Footy’s back!’ in recent weeks, footy has of course been back in several guises for many months. One league wrapped up with a thrilling Grand Final for the ages – the NTFL. Jackson Clark gave us five reasons why it was such an outstanding game.

Kicking The Stigma Project: Tasmania

Stepping out onto the field, Jackson Clark encountered a few players who openly talked about their mental health issues. It is a promising show for the future generations where this stigma is removed once and for all.

Kicking the Stigma Project

Read of Jackson Clark’s footy odyssey which he has undertaken to raise awareness of mental health issues.

The Survival of Stand-alone VFL Clubs

Jackson Clark is worried about the effect the Melbourne based AFL clubs are having on the VFL. His concerns will also resonate with followers of the WAFL and SANFL.

AFL the aim for Kinthari

Jackson Clark reports from the Top End on a new recruit to the reigning NTFL premiers, St Marys.

Almanac Profile: Snell’s Bad Break

As gruesome footy injuries go, Geelong’s Jason Snell suffered one of the most agonising ever experienced by an AFL player writes Jackson Clarke.

What footballers can learn from Conor McGregor

How can you become a better sportsperson? According to Jackson Clark it’s all in the mind, and as such, he suggests more time and resources should be devoted to helping young athletes achieve their true potential in sport.

What ever happened to Damian Cupido?

Wasted talent? Damian Cupido reflects on his footy career with Jackson Ckark.

The Ingredient to Successful Coaching

Want to be a successful coach? Jackson Clark provides an in-depth analysis into the art of successful coaching.

Almanac People: Jake King – Mates Are Mates

Jackson Clark analyses Jake King’s loyalty to “colourful” mates in the face of heavy scrutiny.

Almanac People: Transsexuality and Australian Football

Jackson Clark talks to transgender Kirsti Miller about her struggles being accepted into women’s football.

Almanac People: Resilient Lincoln the Inspirational Mascot

Jackson Clark shares a great story about Lincoln Bruhn, the Footy Mascot who continues to give his best even after 10 brain operations.

Almanac People: The Sad Story of Ben Cousins

With another recent incident involving Ben Cousins, Jackson Clark reviews his troubled life.

Everyone Has A Story – Jason Cloke

What’s it like to miss a Grand Final through suspension? Jackson Clark interviews former Collingwood father-son Jason Cloke

Northern Territory’s Most Draftable Players for 2016

Will the next best thing from the Northern Territory be one of the draft hopefuls on Jackson Clarke’s list?

Buddy – one of the all time greats

Jackson Clark on how Buddy Franklin could be considered as one of the all time greats.

“Walla” relishing AFL opportunity

The long road is paying off for Anthony McDonald-Tipungwati says Jackson Clark

NTFL Club-by-Club Mid-Season Report

Jackson Clark gives us the NTFL mid season form guide. Still plenty of chances for the flag with a cavalcade of local and interstate nomads who make the NTFL the unique league it is. When you have a few Motlops, Daveys and Riolis going around, things are always going to get exciting. The Ross Tungatalum clip is worth the read alone.

NTFL: Top 15 Players

While footballers down south are all in the middle of their best pre-seasons ever, Jackson Clark provides a mid-season analysis of the 15 players having the biggest impact in the NTFL. Some familiar and not so familiar names.

Top Five Most-Draftable Northern Territory Prospects

With the Northern Territory playing their first game of the U18 championships this year, Jackson Clark gives his top 5 draft prospects from the Northern Territory.