2017 National AFL Male Kickstart and All Nations Championships – Day One

The best under 15s in each state took part in the 2017 National AFL Male Kickstart or All Nations teams. Wesley Hull had the day covered.

Round 3 – Sydney v Collingwood: An away win for the ages (Written for the Floreat Pica Society)

Emmet Brasier made the trip to Sydney to see if her Pies could do the unlikely and beat the Swans at home. And life was great when they did.

My Brownlow Medal – Rounds 1, 2 and 3

Young writer Aidan Hammond will be doing votes for each round this season. Follow his voting and let’s see how he compares to the AFL umpires votes.

VFL – Port Melbourne v Northern Blues: The Ciarans at the Borough

Joe Huddler spent Saturday afternoon at North Port Oval watching and talking to some of his Irish compatriots. There were lots of Ciarans and lots to like about some young Carlton players running around against Port Melbourne.

VAFA Premier B – Fitzroy v Parkdale: Nice start

Phil Hill is pleased to announce that, although he and Claire didn’t sell their house, the Royboys won their opening game of the Ammos’ season at Parkdale.

Round 3 – Richmond v West Coast: The Emperor’s New Outfit

Emperor’s new clothes? A Spring outfit? Come September best to have some yellow and black in the wardrobe. John Green tells the story of a brave Tigers (Round 3) win to keep them undefeated.

Round 3 – Port Adelaide v Adelaide: Crows Go Top Of The Tree

A happy Malcolm Ashwood is on top of the world today as his Crows top the AFL ladder after defeating arch rivals Port Adelaide in the South Aussie Showdown.

The Heartbreak of the Stawell Gift

As Easter approaches, David Griffin discusses some Stawell Gift history.

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.

AFLW Review – A League of One’s Own: The AFL and Women’s Sport. We want your feedback

Susan Alberti and Darcy Vescio are part of an AFL review of AFLW first season. Yvette Wroby calls to all writers to suggest feedback to give to the panel. She also wants to know which VFL or other state league you will be following in 2017 and is looking for continued match reports or player profiles. Let’s get to know who our future stars are.

Almanac Footy: A Life Before Foxtel and Friends

“The world was a simpler place and enjoyment didn’t have to cost money. I could spend hours amusing myself with footy.”

Round 3 – Sydney v Collingwood: Nobody

Intrepid young writer Aidan Hammond reports on the Pies v Swans game and the game did not disappoint. Unless you’re a Sydney fan.

Round 3 – Sydney v Collingwood: A test for all concerned

Craig Dodson has not written off the Swans despite a less that impressive start to year. Write them off at your peril.

AFLW: A League of Their Own

A look back at the inaugural AFLW season.

2017 National Male Diversity Championships in Blacktown

The National Diversity Championships kicks off this weekend in Sydney, comprising both the Kickstart Championship for indigenous U15 players and the All Nations Championship for multicultural heritage players. Wesley Hull will be at the event all week, reporting on many facets of this event with progress updates, interviews and informative articles.

Round 3 – North Melbourne v GWS: The Josh Kelly Cup

Cashed up but will it equate to wins? Marnie ponders how the Roos could spend their money, and the future direction they may take.

Round 3 – Sydney v Collingwood Preview: Battle of the Slow Starters!

Frank Martinicchio previews Friday night footy between the winless swans and magpies!

AFLM Round 2 – West Coast v St Kilda: Missed by thaaaat much

For three quarters of the West Coast v St Kilda game, the Saints were in it up to their eye balls. Yvette Wroby anxiously awaited the inevitable comeback. She is proud that the Saints were thaaaat close up til then. She’s also making a stand and calling the AFLM games what they are. The AFL is now made up of two competitions.

Tackling Bontempelli

Damian tackles the Bont, in verse!

Round 2 – Hawthorn v Adelaide: And footy won the day

Paddy relates the joy of being an Auskicker and relives the dream of the big stage but this time as an umpire officiating an Auskick game during the half-time interval at the MCG.