Leigh Sullivan remembers the 2010 Grand Final, when he was in Grade 2.
AFL Round 20 – Carlton v Western Bulldogs: McCartney lets young pups off the leash
August 13, 2013 by 9 Comments
This was one of those days when following his beloved Dogs was pure bliss, for Peter Feehan. It has been 50 years of waiting, hoping, enduring, punctuated by rays of hope such as Saturday.
Theatregoers prefer blondes? A sunny Sunday afternoon at the footy
August 13, 2013 by 1 Comment
Taking refuge in the company of an Eagles supporter? It can happen, as this story from Steve Alomes attests.
On country football (and listening to the Tiges on the long drive home)
August 13, 2013 by 2 Comments
Increasingly vocal Tigers fan Paul Daffey recommends this piece by fellow Tiger Dugald Jellie.
AFL Round 20 – Gold Coast v Melbourne: The future’s so bright (for some)
August 11, 2013 by 3 Comments
Gil Corcoran travels north to watch his Demons, who had their chances but just couldn’t take them.
AFL Round 19 – GWS Giants v Melbourne: A Giant Grand Final
August 11, 2013 by Leave a Comment
The Giants’ game against Melbourne provided an insight into their future. Pencil them in for the finals in 2016, writes Neil Jackson.
A place for the pre-season cup
August 11, 2013 by 4 Comments
The pre-season cup should be contested by the top six clubs from the previous season, says Miles Wilks.
Fourth Test – The Lyon roars
August 10, 2013 by 21 Comments
Snubbed for the first two Tests of the Ashes, Nathan Lyon took 4/42 against the Poms.
Third Test – And the wine goes to…
August 9, 2013 by 76 Comments
The third umpire has made his decision on closest to the pin. Further correspondence welcome if you feel you have been hard done by.
Great Moments in Sport: Australia v India, Second Test, SCG, 2008
August 7, 2013 by 4 Comments
Fraser Sutherland re-creates the tension of the final overs in the SCG Test of 2008.
Father seeks help to support his son’s football
August 7, 2013 by 1 Comment
Dane’s son Joel is struggling with his parents’ separation, but footy is still a way to bring father and son together. Now Joel is going to represent the ACT in Darwin and Dane needs help to get there to support him. Can you contribute to his pozible campaign?
My Swans Family
August 7, 2013 by 16 Comments
William Pascoe is part of a very happy Swans family. He tells the story of his grandmother and the tribe of uncles and aunties and grandchildren who have followed the Bloods with great passion. The 2005 premiership was a special moment for them all.
AFL Round 19 – Carlton v Fremantle: The Freo journey continues for this Victorian
August 5, 2013 by 3 Comments
Many deride Fremantle and the Ross Lyon style of play. Di Waddingham didn’t see an awful game on Saturday night, she saw a magnificent win over Carlton. It’s all in the eye of the beholder.
The 49th Parallel Cup
August 2, 2013 by 2 Comments
Troy Thompson previews the 49th Parallel Cup. [Check out the details of the on-line streaming of these matches explained further in Troy’s comment at the bottom – Ed]
Eastlake Football Club book launch
August 1, 2013 by Leave a Comment
The Eastlake Football Club is holding a book launch over lunch on Friday, August 9.
AFL Round 18 – Essendon v Hawthorn: I don’t hate Hawthorn
July 31, 2013 by 1 Comment
Essendon’s ability to play the opposition’s key forwards into form didn’t help their cause on Friday night, writes Katie Lambeski.
AFL Round 18 – Geelong v St.Kilda: Kardinia Park – A bridge too far
July 31, 2013 by 7 Comments
Scott Rankin was thrilled – his Saints were playing at Kardinia Park. He had seen them win at every suburban ground except Geelong. The scene was set, all the Saints had to do was bring their best….
AFL Round 18 – Port Adelaide v Brisbane: A win but lost respect
July 31, 2013 by 2 Comments
John Proeve was happy with Port’s efforts on the field, but disgusted with the lack of respect they showed to their young fans.
AFL Round 18 – Fremantle v Adelaide: Fate, and all that…..
July 29, 2013 by 6 Comments
The Under 12s are playing footy like their heroes at Fremantle, writes David Whish-Wilson, locking the ball into the forward line with terrific defensive pressure then launching attacks off half-back. It’s a different style to a young Nat Fyfe, taking hangers over his mates when discovered by a talent scout.
Streaking
July 29, 2013 by 4 Comments
Streaking may have gained notoriety with Michael O’Brien at Twickenham but it is an ancient act, writes Roy Hay. (Lewd and funny photo warning.)
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