Williamstown CYMS are having a past players luncheon this coming Saturday at Fearon Reserve. The occasion will celebrate the 2014 and 1970 premiership teams and co-incides with a must-win game for the CY’s against the team they rolled to win last year’s Premier C division flag, Therry Penola.
Almanac Rugby League – State of Origin, Game 3: Jubilant Queensland (the whole state)
July 9, 2015 by 6 Comments
“They won the mental game . They won the physical game. They won the skills game. They passed the magical 50 points mark.” A brilliant reflection on the history of Queensland sport from JJ Leahy, inspired by the magnificent performance of JT, Cam Smith and…well, all of them really.
Fitzroy Rotary Pick One Update: Round 14
July 9, 2015 by Leave a Comment
The latest Fitzroy Rotary info from Peter Hille.
Round 15 – Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: On tour
July 9, 2015 by 1 Comment
The Collingwood Life takes Cam Hooke to Thailand (can anyone enlighten him on how to watch the game on a Thursday afternoon in Phuket?). Here’s his preview of the Port fixture.
Almanac Cricket – Ashes 2015: The Ashes 101
July 8, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Stephen Fry explains the origins of The Ashes for the novices discovering Australia and England’s rivalry on the cricket pitch.
Where in the world is P. Flynn now?
July 8, 2015 by 19 Comments
Here’s the evidence that he’s been at Wimbledon…but will he make it to Cardiff?
Some thoughts on the week past
July 4, 2015 by 1 Comment
Port Adelaide supporter and Alice Springs journalist Nick Kossatch with a reflection on Phil Walsh and the other events of the week.
Round 13 – Brisbane Lions v Adelaide Crows: AFL footy is like school footy
July 3, 2015 by 3 Comments
Some Junior Almanac brightness on a genuinely dark day. Aidan Hammond’s match report of both Adelaide’s stirring win over the Lions at the ‘Gabba as well as East Adelaide’s thrilling come-from-behind win over St Joseph’s in school footy.
Fitzroy Rotary Pick One Update: Round 14
July 2, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Peter Hille soldiers on with the latest Rotary Pick One Update.
Round 14 Preview – Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life
July 2, 2015 by Leave a Comment
World class footy analysis for the serious Pies fan. [All games are important but I suspect Dr Hooke is thinking this one in even more important – Ed]
The Game they Play in Prison
July 2, 2015 by 14 Comments
Ever wondered how footy is played inside prison? The Inside Man gives us his second report with an insightful story about the unique way that footy is played inside the hard-scrabble prisons of North West WA. (Comments welcomed as they mean a lot to the blokes inside – Ed.)
Four generations of one family at the footy together
July 2, 2015 by 3 Comments
This is a classic window into footy life and culture. Four generations of Craig Nott’s family were at the footy a couple of weeks ago. [Brilliant – Ed]
Almanac Cricket: Tony Dell Standing Tall
July 1, 2015 by 7 Comments
Tony Dell is an Almanac supporter living in Brisbane. He played two Tests for Australia. His charity was the matchday charity for last year’s PM XI match in Canberra. It’s important work. Tony features in an article on PTSD – or as he prefers, simply PTS – in the Queensland RSL News sharing his experiences on coping with PTS after his return from Vietnam. A timely and important read in regards to Mens’ health
The centre of AFL in 2015
July 1, 2015 by 3 Comments
Mike on the centre of the AFL in 2015 and the result will suprise
Dean Cox’s Dry July – Part One: Why I’m Having a Crack at Dry July
June 30, 2015 by Leave a Comment
The Cancer Council’s Dry July challenge raises funds for essential cancer research. Having hung up the boots at the end of last season – and partial to the odd (responsible) tipple now that he’s retired – former West Coast Eagles star Dean Cox has committed to giving up the grog this July to help fight cancer.
The Almanac (Manning Clark) Cricket Dinner – Thursday July 16 at the RMH
June 30, 2015 by Leave a Comment
The Lord’s test is one of the special sporting occasions. If you are stuck in Melbourne, but want to mark the event in style then come along to the annual Almanac cricket dinner, on Thursday, July 16 at 6.30pm at the Royal Melbourne Hotel. The night will feature a chat with one of the grand elder statesmen of Australian cricket, Colin McDonald.
Round 13 – Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Some big questions answered
June 26, 2015 by 1 Comment
Oh so-very-close to causing an upset, but Cam Hooke is nothing if not upbeat after the Pies’ trip across the Nullarbor. Some big questions were answered by Collingwood last night.
The First Drop Punt? Recent research from a kick historian
June 26, 2015 by 13 Comments
Jim Johnson is fascinated by kicking styles in Australian football. Here is some of his research.
Round 12 – Geelong v Melbourne: Good Luck With That…
June 25, 2015 by 8 Comments
Rusty Berther is a man who has dished out curses on his beloved Demons – now, after years of suffering and a breakthrough win, he’s ready to offload one onto Geelong.
Fitzroy Rotary Pick One Update
June 25, 2015 by Leave a Comment
The latest Fitzroy Rotary info from Peter Hille, who truly suffers for his good omens.
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