Bruce Sloss is a name not many VFL/AFL supporters would know, but a century ago he was a star of the game. In this brilliantly researched piece, Roger Spaull tells the glorious and tragic tale of footballer-soldier Lieutenant Sloss.
Almanac (Footy) Meditation: My Left Foot
April 23, 2021 by 1 Comment
Each year, The Footy Almanac includes a piece by a footy-loving muso. This piece by Paul Kelly was penned for the first-ever Footy Almanac in 2007.
Almanac Book Extract: ‘War Games’ by Ron Reed – Oh Brother, Jezza’s Joy
April 22, 2021 by Leave a Comment
To whet your (reading) appetite further, we present a second except from Ron Reed’s forthcoming book, ‘War Games’. Ron will be guest at the Odd Friday/Footy Almanac Lunch on April 23 at the North Fitzroy Arms Hotel.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 5 review, Round 6 preview
April 22, 2021 by 1 Comment
Cam Hooke gives the Collingwood Life review of the loss to West Coast. He then looks toward the big Anzac Day clash with Essendon.
Almanac (and Odd Friday) Lunch – Friday, April 23: Ron Reed
April 20, 2021 by 2 Comments
The next Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch is on the 23rd April. It will feature veteran sports journo Ron Reed. Ron will be discussing his latest book, War Games, as well as yarns from his long career.
Almanac Book Extract: ‘Media and Me, by Warnie’ from ‘War Games’ by Ron Reed
April 16, 2021 by 1 Comment
Ron Reed’s latest book is the special guest at the next Odd Friday/Footy Almanac lunch on April 23 at the North Fitzroy Arms Hotel. Here’s a chapter to tempt your (reading) taste buds!
Balcony Banter: Oh, the memories
April 15, 2021 by Leave a Comment
In a touching contribution to the MCC Members blog ‘Balcony Banter’, Anne Cahill Lambert pays tribute to her son Trevor who passed away recently. (Sincere condolences to the Lambert family on their sad loss – Ed)
Almanac Rugby League – Tommy: the last word
April 15, 2021 by 1 Comment
Roy Masters coached Tommy Raudonikis at the Western Suburbs Magpies in the late 70s and early 80s. Roy penned this tribute to Tommy late last week in ‘The Sydney Morning Herald’.
‘A Day at the Footy with Donny…’ by KB Hill
April 15, 2021 by 4 Comments
KB Hill recently caught up with 1954 Footscray premiership player Don Ross. The two old-timers reminisced about the Dogs in that era and the local scene today.
Balcony Banter: The End of the Richmond Era (Again!)
April 14, 2021 by Leave a Comment
In a recent post on the MCC Members blog ‘Balcony Banter’, Dave Campbell recorded his thoughts on the Round 3 clash between Richmond and the Swans.
Book Launch: The Furphy Anthology 2020
April 13, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Last year’s successful Furphy Literary Award’s best pieces have been collated into’ The Furphy Anthology’, which was recently launched at Richmond’s iconic London Tavern pub.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 4 Review, Round 5 Preview
April 12, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Frustrating times at the Pies; Cam Hooke offers his insights after a loss to GWS and what’s next as Collingwood face West Coast.
Almanac (SANFL) Footy: Lachie Jones Mark of the Year 2020
April 10, 2021 by 1 Comment
Lachie Jones made a huge impression in the Port Adelaide – Richmond game. He’s got some tricks. Check this out.
Balcony Banter: Footy is back at the ‘G’
April 8, 2021 by Leave a Comment
The return of footy to the MCG has, for some, an almost spiritual dimension. Two such insights appeared recently on the MCG Members’ blog Balcony Banter.
Book Release: ‘War Games’ by Ron Reed
April 8, 2021 by Leave a Comment
The most recent book by veteran journalist Ron Reed is called ‘War Games’ which deals with his father’s wartime experiences in Japan, and the plan Ron had to honour those memories with one last trip to Tokyo for the 2020 Olympic Games.
Almanac Rugby League: The code evolves beyond the Super League in Europe
April 6, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Rugby league is looking to expand its base in the UK and Europe. The latest development is the introduction of The Championship which kicked off over the Easter weekend.
Round 4 – AFL Footy Fixture: Who, when and where
April 6, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Find out who, where and when your team is playing for Round 4.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 3 Review – Round 4 Preview
April 2, 2021 by Leave a Comment
In what must have been a devastating loss for Collingwood true believers Cam Hooke reviews the Round 3 match against the Lions, and looks forward for a better outcome with his Round 4 preview against GWS.
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