LAUNCH TOMORROW. Vol 3 of Mark Pennings early history of Australian football follows on from his first two critically-acclaimed books. This volume is being launched at the MCC Library at 1pm on Aug 20. All welcome.
Jim Stynes statue: the photo, the conversation
August 18, 2015 by 3 Comments
A statue, a conversation with 9-year-old Harry; observations and photograph thanks to Sasha Lennon.
VAFA – Old Brighton v Fitzroy: A Funeral, a Baptism, Ergodic Subsystems and Schadenfreude
August 18, 2015 by Leave a Comment
How did the Roys lose that one? Lively and entertaining speculation from King George III in the finest tradition of the columnist who assumes the freedom to weave anything in. [Very entertaining – JTH]
Round 20 – Cam Hooke’s Collingwood life: Starting Pre-season 2016
August 18, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Cam Hooke shares the Black & White view from Round 20, with observations from around the grounds. (Dogs v Dees: “What was interesting was the openness of the access to goal – unlike our routinely highly congested Forward Line.”) It’s time to build towards 2016.
Junior Almanac – Footy Days (“My Country” added verse)
August 14, 2015 by 5 Comments
10 year-old Oakleigh State School student Abby Lennon from Brisbane’s inner-west has penned an extra verse for Dorothea Mackellar’s classic “My Country.” It has a decidedly sporting flavour.
Almanac Rugby – The Forgotten story of Steve Merrick: Rugby Union’s last amateur (first published in The Guardian)
August 14, 2015 by 1 Comment
An outstanding yarn from Patrick Skene ahead of Saturday’s Bledisloe Cup decider against the All-Blacks at Eden Park on Steve Merrick, Rugby Union’s last amateur. The story of how a coal miner from the Hunter Valley turned down SANZAR and World Rugby Corporation megabucks and went back to the pits.
Trivia Night Fundraiser: La Trobe University Sport and A Positive Move Foundation.
August 13, 2015 by Leave a Comment
If you’re in Melbourne and you like the odd Trivia Night, La Trobe University are holding a PhD scholarship fundraiser. Mark Williams and Chris Anstey will be guests at the event, with plenty of prize giveaways and other shenanigans.
Footys4all – Footys4all at Bulleen Templestowe Junior Football Club
August 13, 2015 by Leave a Comment
The Footys4all mission was recently given a generous boost thanks to the kids, staff and the families of the Bulleen Templestowe Bullants Junior Footy Club.
Writers Event: Wilson, Doherty, Hogg, Harms: What is the Word for Word Festival?
August 13, 2015 by Leave a Comment
The Word For Word National Non-Fiction Literary festival returns for 2015 at Deakin University’s Waterfront Campus. The Almanac’s John Harms will be joined by Tony Wilson, R.M Hogg and surfing writer Sean Doherty in a presentation called; Good Sports: The Technicalities of Sports Writing. Find out more…
Round 20 – Cam Hooke’s Collingwood life: Sydney v Collingwood preview
August 12, 2015 by 1 Comment
With only four matches remaining in the home and away season, Cam Hooke maintains the faith that Collingwood will still make the finals. He’s not called a true believer for nothing.
VAFA – Fitzroy v Hampton Rovers: Peta’s Providore, Kerry’s burgers and Roysters Natural ice the cake for Jimmy O’Reilly and Val Allpress’ (2nd) inductions to life membership.
August 12, 2015 by 1 Comment
Another match at the Brunswick Street Oval for Fitzroy sees a comfortable win for the Reds over Hampton Park. By King George!III recounts the day for the Footy Almanac. [Sparkling writing, by George – Ed]
Junior Footy: Fergus Anderson shows versatility and commitment as the Fitzroy Blues Under 12s get home in a tight one.
August 10, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Fantastic debut Almanac piece from young sportswriter Fergus Anderson who not only wrote the story, he played in the game as well. [Great stuff Fergus – JTH]
Book Launch: Sport in Victoria – A History
August 10, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Almanacker Dave Nadel has put in a mountain of work, herding contributors to produce this timely history of sport in Victoria. [A bit like the Almanac Dave – JTH]
Round 19 – Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Winning Ugly
August 10, 2015 by Leave a Comment
As the old adage goes: a win, is a win, is a win. Cam Hooke shares his thoughts with the Magpie True Believers after Saturday’s ugly win over Carlton.
Book launch: James Coventry’s Time and Space
August 9, 2015 by 1 Comment
James Coventry with some thoughts on changes in the laws on the game. [His book Time and Space is being launched in Melbourne on Aug 14 – All welcome – details in this post]
From the US to Australia: My story of playing footy abroad
August 8, 2015 by 3 Comments
There’s always a novel way to recruit a footballer. Terence Brasch III explains how he came to run out for Dimboola in the Wimmera League.
Fitzroy Rotary Pick One – Round 18 Update
August 7, 2015 by Leave a Comment
The field was sliced in half last week. 11 wise souls remain. A fair chance they would be better at selecting which balls to play at than the Australian cricket team. Click through for more details
The Ashes 2015 – Fourth Test: Analysis, Banter, Memoir
August 6, 2015 by 41 Comments
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Round 19 – Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Collingwood v Carlton
August 5, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Cam Hooke looks to wards the match against old rivals Carlton. Surely the Pies couldn’t?
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