Alex Docherty couldn’t find too many positives for his Dog’s from their trip to WA. And wonders: is that the old Nat Fyfe running around on two good legs?
Who’s Number 6 for Darebin?
April 23, 2018 by 3 Comments
From inauspicious beginnings, L N Zoch has become a keen observer of all things VFLW. Two weeks out from the season, here’s a bundle of everything that impressed, inspired or infuriated last year.
War and Peace (and A-League) – Elimination Finals
April 23, 2018 by Leave a Comment
With the season proper done and dusted, Dennis Gedling took on Elimination Finals week – a big one for fans of the Victorian teams
Help George Telek in his time of need
April 23, 2018 by 1 Comment
Legendary PNG musician and a voice of Melanesia, George Telek is suffering from mouth cancer and requires significant treatment. Read on for more about George and how you can help out.
Vale J. Neville Turner, one of life’s great characters
April 23, 2018 by Leave a Comment
J. Neville Turner was a great character who had many passions: cricket, tennis, soccer, music and the law. Sadly he died last Thursday. He was a dear friend of many, including those in the Almanac community associated with the Australian Cricket Society and the Australian Society of Sports Historians. Ian Hammet (Almanac member, and ACS stalwart) penned this tribute. No doubt we will hear more in the coming days. Vale Neville Turner.
Jess Dal Pos goes to India
April 23, 2018 by 3 Comments
From Blacktown to Mumbai, Jess Dal Pos’ deep passion for footy has her kicking goals.
Citrus Bob on cricket’s new media landscape
April 22, 2018 by 13 Comments
Citrus Bob Utber considers the new cricket broadcasting pond and has his say on a team of commentators. Who’s in Bob’s commentary team? And who’s out?
Round 5 – Sydney v Adelaide: Beware!
April 22, 2018 by 1 Comment
Keiran Croker had good reason to be wary before the game as the Crows bounced back with intent against his Swans!
Round 5 – St Kilda v GWS: Saints DRAW a GIANT line on their slow start to the season
April 22, 2018 by 1 Comment
The Saints look as if they are back on track. If they can find a way to manage to convert their pressure and competitiveness onto the scoreboard, 2018 may still be a good season for the Saints according to Braham.
Raving Rulebook 17
April 21, 2018 by 8 Comments
AFL, Commonwealth Games, SANFL, Cricket – nobody is spared in Malcolm “Rulebook” Ashwood’s latest ravings.
Killa: the Alan Killigrew years at Norwood
April 20, 2018 by 5 Comments
“After all, what is a football club? It is grass in the middle, posts at the ends, and bricks and mortar. It’s the people that give it soul. A football club is a living body”. Those reflective words penned by Alan Killigrew, say a lot about the man and his remarkable football journey that had a profound impact on so many people.
What do they know of cricket who only cricket know?
April 20, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Cate McGregor has written a brilliant, thought provoking cricket article in The Canberra Times. Follow the link below to read the article.
Letter to Cricket Australia: View from the outer suggests you need to take responsibility
April 20, 2018 by 15 Comments
Cricket Australia managers suspend three players, announce an internal review into culture but continue to act in their roles. In this letter David Wilson suggests that they need to step down.
The dying art of so many things………
April 20, 2018 by 2 Comments
Sporting conversation is not the only thing to have gone missing lately
VAFA Premier C – The CY’s Preview (Rd 3): The E.H. Holden
April 20, 2018 by 3 Comments
When he played in the Under-19’s, Smokie’s mode of transport was an old E.H. Holden.
Round 5: Nine games over five days
April 20, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Footy over five days! Col picks his winners.
The Bump is dead…long live The Bump (but for how long?)
It’s an important component of footy and when executed well, draws adulation from fans, coaches and commentators alike. When it’s executed poorly, the bump is a problematic action with severe consequences. What does the future look like for the bump?