Almanac Book Reviews: ‘Zach Tuohy – The Irish Experiment’ with Catherine Murphy

‘Zach Tuohy – The Irish Experiment’ with Catherine Murphy is reviewed by Citrus Bob Utber. As his review indicates Bob thoroughly enjoyed the book and the rapport between the two authors and a must read for all sports loving readers.

Almanac Cricket – Australia v India: Fourth Test, Day 2 – Australia consolidates

Citrus Bob Utber gives his thoughts on Day 2, when Australia took the upper hand in the Fourth Test at the MCG.

Almanac Cricket: Australia v India – 4th Test, Day 1: Cricket Snicks from Madras

Slammin’ Sam, what a performance! Citrus Bob Utber reports he was suitably impressed by Sam Konstas on debut with a fine 60 runs against the best of India on Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test.

Almanac Life: Why is it so?

Walking his dog Chloe along the banks of the Murray River at 5.30am this morning was a good time for Citrus Bob Utber to consider the thoughts that came to mind.

Almanac Cricket: Australia v India – Second Test Adelaide Day 3: Final cricket snicks

It was an exhilarating Second Test in Adelaide reports Citrus Bob Utber but the Aussies were too good as they cruised to an easy win over India.

Almanac Cricket: Australia v India – Second Test Adelaide Day 2: Cricket Snicks

On Day 2 of the Second Test in Adelaide sees the Aussies in a commanding position as India struggle to 5/128 at the end of play reports Citrus Bob Utber.

Almanac Cricket: Australia v India – Second Test Adelaide Day 1: Cricket Snicks

Aussies hold the upper hand after Day 1 of the Second Test Australia v India reports Citrus Bob Utber from Adelaide.

Almanac Cricket: Cricket snicks from fine leg

Citrus Bob Utber has created some view points from fine leg as food for thought for cricket fans to consider as we head to the Second Test in Adelaide.

Almanac Cricket: Australia v India – First Test Day 4 Perth: Climax in Perth

As expected, India has cruised to an easy victory against Australia in the First Test of the series as Citrus Bob Utber reports from Perth.

Almanac Cricket: Australia v India – First Test Day 3 Perth: A Song of India

With India 522 runs in the lead and Australia 3/12 at the close of play on Day 3 of the First Test, Australia require a miracle to win the Test. Citrus Bob Utber reports from Perth.

Almanac Cricket: Australia v India 2024/25 – First Test Day 2 Perth

India are in a commanding position on Day 2 of the First Test Australia v India in Perth. Jaiswal and Rahul with an opening stand of 172 lead the way for India reports Citrus Bob Utber.

Almanac Cricket: Australia v India 2024/25 – First Test Day 1 Perth

It has been a day for the fast bowlers on Day 1 of the First Test Australia v India with Australia trailing by 87 runs with 3 wickets on hand in the first innings Citrus Bob Utber reports.

Almanac Footy History: Chris Kiernan – Help!

Citrus Bob Utber seeks the assistance of Almanackers for further information about Chris Kiernan, the footballer who failed to show up for Fitzroy in the 1899 Grand Final against South Melbourne.

Almanac Cricket: Testing Times?

With the First Test of the Australia v India for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy commencing shortly, the Footy Almanac’s International Cricket Correspondent Citrus Bob Utber bowls up a few thoughts about the makeup of the possible Aussie side.

NRL Grand Final Review: Beaten by the better side

Melbourne Storm fan Bob Utber concedes that they were simply beaten by a better team in Sunday night’s NRL Grand Final.

NRL Grand Final: Melbourne Storm have the score on the board

‘Citrus’ Bob Utber used to work for the Melbourne Storm about twenty years ago, He’s maintained close connections with the club. He offers his thoughts in advance of Sunday’s Grand Final against Penrith.

Almanac Footy History: The maverick Chris Kiernan – The Grand Finalist who failed to turn up

While researching the first Grand Final played between Fitzroy and South Melbourne in 1899, Citrus Bob Utber was amazed to discover that one of the players failed to turn up for the match. Citrus Bob endeavours to find out why.

Almanac Footy: Stawell Football Club circa 1940?

Citrus Bob Utber needs your help to identify the footy club in a team photo from circa 1940.

Almanac Footy: ‘Who am I?’

Citrus Bob Utber is trying to track down the lady who sat next to him at a recent Footy Almanac function to follow up the information she gave Bob about her dad and the Fitzroy Football Club. [If you can assist Bob please respond in the comments section. – Ed]

Almanac Footy: The Bennetts from Cora Lynn

Citrus Bob Utber and a few mates remember Ken Bennett, premiership player in Collingwood’s 1958 flag side, who passed away last year. They also recall the Bennett family and the Cora Lynn Football Club.