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AFLW Round 2 – Western Bulldogs v Geelong: Second week blues for the Cats as the Dogs look strong

February 11, 2019 by Sean Mortell 1 Comment

The Cats started well – with the advantage of the breeze – but the classy and experienced Dogs showed why they were premiers. Sean Mortell reports on their strong win and observes that they are still in low gear.

Super Bowl LIII: Pat-ernal dominance for fathers Belichick and Brady

February 5, 2019 by Sean Mortell 1 Comment

It was low-scoring but the Patriots did what they do best writes Sean Mortell.

AFLW Round 1 – Geelong v Collingwood: AFLW in the summer – why not!

February 3, 2019 by Sean Mortell 2 Comments

Sean Mortell is about to become a first year journalism student and is one of our Rookie Riters (more on that later, and yes our patron likes alliteration and Wookie Witers was a bridge too far). A Collingwood fan, Sean was hoping the Pies would break their first round duck. But, like all real sportslovers, he’s been able to see this game for the exciting contest it was.

Almanac Cricket – Interview with Jason Sangha

December 21, 2018 by Sean Mortell 1 Comment

Following Jason Sangha’s thrilling burst onto the Australian domestic cricket scene, Sean Mortell asked the former Australian Under-19 captain and current New South Wales player what it was like to break through and begin to make a name for himself in the cricketing world.

Australia v India – Adelaide, Day 5: Pessimistic Optimism

December 11, 2018 by Sean Mortell 2 Comments

Sean Mortell is expectant and more than a little nervous as he takes his position in front of the TV. He sees the Australians put up a super fight but the Indians claim victory.

Australia v India – Adelaide, Day 4: Same, same but different

December 10, 2018 by Sean Mortell 4 Comments

Final year high school student Sean Mortell is trying to cope with change – in the commentary box and on the cricket field. This is his Day 4 report of proceedings at the Adelaide Oval which have left Australia with a massive fight on their hands. [Great line about honesty Sean! – Ed]

For my Nanny

October 5, 2018 by Sean Mortell 2 Comments

In 2018, it became clear to Sean Mortell that Footy is drastically important to so many people. It’s a lifestyle, a religion – one that causes people to pray and beg for a goal, a score, a win. It unites people, and helps cope with loss, and what could be better than that? Sean remembers with affection his beloved nanny.

Preliminary Final – Richmond v Collingwood: 11pm Friday night, a packed Ponsford Stand

September 26, 2018 by Sean Mortell 1 Comment

Magpie fans just didn’t want to go home on Friday night. Sean Mortell took in the euphoric scenes.

How to beat Goliath: five ways Collingwood can topple the Tigers

September 18, 2018 by Sean Mortell 6 Comments

Can the Pies get it done against the reigning premiers this Friday night? Sean Mortell takes a look at the key items for Collingwood to take on the Tiges and earn a spot in the 2018 Grand Final.

The forgotten (but important) cog in Collingwood’s finals’ hopes

August 22, 2018 by Sean Mortell Leave a Comment

Sean Mortell reckons there’s a Pies player who will make a difference in September.

Round 18 – Collingwood v North Melbourne: Smug Pies

July 25, 2018 by Sean Mortell 1 Comment

A rush to the ‘G for Sean Mortell after his Under 19s match to check out the class-above Pies account for a middling North Melbourne side.

Almanac Music – Feeling Whitney by Post Malone: Ambiguous Heart Wrench

June 26, 2018 by Sean Mortell Leave a Comment

Are you Feeling Whitney today? Sean Mortell is.

Almanac Music: ‘This Is America’ by Childish Gambino – What Art Truly Is

May 22, 2018 by Sean Mortell 1 Comment

Sean Mortell reviews Childish Gambino’s ‘This is America’ – the controversial new song and music video from writer/comedian/actor Donald Glover’s alter-ego, that forces us to look into more than the music and learn from the art.

Almanac Music – Nostalgic Rock ‘n Roll: The Killers Melbourne Concert Review

May 10, 2018 by Sean Mortell 2 Comments

Sean Mortell went along to see The Killers at Hisense Arena over the weekend where the Las Vegas outfit proved to him why they are indeed a ‘vital cog in stabilising the runaway music industry’ and more than just ‘Mr. Brightside’.

Round 2 – Collingwood v GWS: Another classic positive loss

April 3, 2018 by Sean Mortell 2 Comments

Footy sucks sometimes. Especially when you’re a Pies supporter like Sean Mortell, who not only had to sit through another loss but also bore witness to a horrifying injury.