In the first of his columns, Prop among the Canefields turns the superior mind of the front row to give us a bookend’s look at the pre-season. He also predicts what’s to come.
Almanac Rugby League: Join the 2024 NRL Tipping Comp
February 29, 2024 by 3 Comments
The winner of the Footy Almanac 2023 NRL Tipping Comp has been announced. And the 2024 comp is now open.
‘Old Ungarie boy finds his niche in Yarra…’ by KB Hill
February 29, 2024 by 1 Comment
Kyle Archibald is a bit of an ‘everywhere man’ when it comes to his playing career. But Ungarie and Yarrawonga have been central to it all. KB Hill caught up with Kyle recently.
Almanac Footy Tipping: The 2024 AFL Tipping Comp (and the 2023 results)
February 25, 2024 by 2 Comments
The 2024 AFL Footy Almanac Tipping Comp is open. Register now. And this post includes the results from the 2023 comp.
Almanac Footy Tipping: The Tip the Top 8 result from 2023
February 25, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Find out how to enter the Footy Almanac Tip the Top 8 Competition for 2024. The results for last year’s comp are included in this post.
‘Country Week memories abound…’ by KB Hill
February 22, 2024 by 2 Comments
Country Week cricket is a highlight of the game’s annual calendar in Victoria. KB Hill revisits the triumphs of the WDCA over the decades.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life 2024: Opening Round – Back to back?
February 18, 2024 by 2 Comments
With the opening of footy season 2024 fast approaching, Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life and the ‘True Believers’ are feeling very upbeat about their prospects for the coming season.
“The ups and downs of ‘Simmo’s sporting life…” by KB Hill
February 15, 2024 by Leave a Comment
KB Hill caught up with Damien Simmonds, a multi-talented sportsman who seems to have played at only one speed – flat out!
‘More heroes in our eyes…’ by KB Hill
February 8, 2024 by 2 Comments
KB Hill continues the theme of local sports legends who inspired future generations. (See if you can identify the common characteristics they all shared – Ed.)
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life 2024: Back to Back? – Go Pies
February 6, 2024 by 2 Comments
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life is back for 2024, and wonders if the Pies can go back to back.
‘Heroes in our eyes…’ by KB Hill
February 1, 2024 by Leave a Comment
KB Hill chats with Wangaratta sports legend Greg Rosser about the people Greg looked up to in the local community. (But wait for the beautiful denouement – Ed.)
Almanac Music: Update from Wantok Musik
January 26, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Check out all the news of tours, concerts, and everything related to the Wantok Musik organisation in their latest newsletter.
Almanac (Pro) Writers: Gideon Haigh and Tony Wilson on Substack
January 25, 2024 by 2 Comments
Gideon Haigh and Tony Wilson both have Substack accounts featuring their writing for the enjoyment of their readers. Worth a look. [Always good to support freelance writers – Ed]
Almanac Cricket – Australia v West Indies: Tests played at The Gabba
January 25, 2024 by 3 Comments
The Second Test between Australia and West Indies begins later today at The Gabba. Revisit past games between these two teams at this historic ground.
‘Mitch makes his mark…’ by KB Hill
January 25, 2024 by 1 Comment
KB Hill chats with Mitch Perry, the Bruck youngster who made his way into the Victorian Sheffield Shield side
‘Veteran Simon still making an impact…’ by KB Hill
January 18, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Simon O’Brien, originally from the clan at Greta, has had a long and distinguished career with St Kilda and Camberwell-Magpies cricket clubs. KB Hill caught up with him recently.
Balcony Banter: Banter on the Balcony
January 17, 2024 by Leave a Comment
You don’t go to the cricket just to watch the game. ‘Citrus’ Bob Utber goes to catch up with friends and acquaintances old and new. He wrote about it recently on ‘Balcony Banter’, the MCG Members blog.
Almanac Events: Test Eve Drinks and BBQ at the Adelaide Lutheran Footy Clubhouse (Jan 16)
January 9, 2024 by 1 Comment
Join in for the time-honoured Almanac Test Eve soiree at the Adelaide Lutheran Footy Club on Jan 16. Special guest Rick Darling. All welcome.
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