Jim Young wants some sensible thinking around the advantage rule. [Interesting observationre the use of the umpy’s whistle in footy – Ed]
Discussion: what do we do with the advantage rule in Australian football?
May 14, 2015 by 5 Comments
Horseracing: The 2015 Grand Annual from Steven Pateman’s Jockeycam on Lord of the Song
May 13, 2015 by Leave a Comment
This is worth a look. Steve Pateman rode Lord of the Song in the Grand Annual at Warrnambool this year. Here’s how he experienced the race. [Couldn’t have been scripted-directed much better really – Ed]
Dr Hooke’s Collingwood Life; Round 6 – Collingwood v Geelong
May 13, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Somedays you win and some days you lose. Typical of the Magpie Army, Dr Hooke did not enjoy Friday night’s match, but knows that the ups and downs will come in equal measure as Nathan Buckley builds his side and develops the execution of his game plan
Wool Team – John Harms on ABC South Australia’s Country Hour
May 13, 2015 by Leave a Comment
John Harms recently spoke about the Almanac’s Wool Team with Brooke Neindorf on ABC South Australia’s Country Hour program.
VAFA – Caulfield v Fitzroy: Gnocc Gnocc Gnoccing on Mother’s door
May 12, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Not even the support of the finest body of mothers ever assembled could get the Royboys home on a day when Lorenzo Serafini and the memory of tough full forwards and his mother’s gnocchi stole the show. King George III reports.
Round 6 – Fremantle v Essendon: Talent and discipline in spades
May 11, 2015 by 6 Comments
Sean Gorman is learning that junior footy administration requires dedication, determination and patience. He is also learning that the Dockers are a seriously good footy side.
Analysis: Carlton-Richmond merger a serious possibility
May 10, 2015 by 7 Comments
Spiritofchecker is at it again. The AFL cannot continue to prop up clubs. He (she? Ed) has a solution.
Analysis: The significance of female AFL fans
May 10, 2015 by 1 Comment
In this piece, first published at The Conversation, Melbourne Uni researcher Tony Ward considers the role female AFL fans have had in shaping the culture of football.
Round 6 – Melbourne v Sydney: Stretching the memory
May 8, 2015 by 2 Comments
Billy – son of Steven – Stretch makes his debut this weekend.
Dr Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Collingwood v Geelong
May 8, 2015 by 2 Comments
Another Friday night with the Pies at the G. Dr Hooke updates the true believers with all things Collingwood ahead of the opening bounce against the Cats.
Where last week’s Richmond side should have lined up
May 7, 2015 by 4 Comments
Where should our Richmond boys have played last week? SpiritofChecker makes his thoughts known. And what is actually wrong with Richmond?
The ABC (Almanac Book Club) – a call for members!
May 5, 2015 by 6 Comments
Dugald Jellie with news of a long overdue book club focusing on sporting literature. Read on for info on how to join!
Round 5 – Dr Hooke’s Collingwood Life: It’s turning into a fascinating season
May 5, 2015 by 2 Comments
With the demolishment of arch-rivals in consecutive weeks under their belts, Dr Hooke and the Collingwood faithful are quite ebullient at the present time. Read on, true believers…
VAFA B Section – Fitzroy v Mazenod: Carlton may have a mountain to climb but Fitzroy only needs a Hill(e)(y)
May 3, 2015 by 2 Comments
King George III is a loyal Fitzroy Football Club patron. He is to be found in the club’s great halls of dining, behind its goals, and along its wings. He travels to all its away battles. His son Prince George is one of the club’s finest.
The Roo Project
May 1, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Friend of the Almanac ‘Citrus’ Bob Utber is involved in a campaign to memorialise the contribution of Mark Ricciuto to the town of Waikerie and the greater Riverina region.
Pick One comp: is there anyone left?
April 30, 2015 by Leave a Comment
And that was the end of most of the tipsters…
Dr Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 5 preview
April 30, 2015 by Leave a Comment
An early preview of the Pies round five stoush with arch-rival Carlton from Dr Hooke.
Round 4 – Brisbane v West Coast: They’ve got nothing.
April 29, 2015 by 2 Comments
Jeepers, things are grim in The North. This sounds terrible. And Chris Jury thinks it won’t get better.
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