Snooker got a run on Offsiders recently, thanks to the ABC’s Catherine Murphy. What had followed later that week, in the semi-finals, is already regarded as one of the greatest frames of snooker ever – the decider between Kyren Wilson and Anthony McGill. You can see it here.
Almanac (Indigenous) Footy History: Syd Jackson and the 2020 Sir Doug Nicholls Round
August 22, 2020 by 8 Comments
It’s Sir Doug Nicholls Round and this post includes links to various articles and videos about Syd Jackson and the broader history of Indigenous football and footballers in Australia. (Articles by Sean Gorman, Roy Hay, Mike Sexton, Rod Gillett)
Almanac Horseracing: Paul Kenny (a colourful interview)
August 19, 2020 by 1 Comment
Paul Kenny is a trainer/breeder in England.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 21 – Geelong v Port Adelaide: Drama at Kardinia
August 19, 2020 by 3 Comments
In hindsight, it was one of the games of 2007. John Harms knew he was witnessing something special when a Grand Final preview went down to the wire.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 20 – North Melbourne v Geelong: A scrap for 15
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The Cats were on the verge of something special in 2007. John Harms was at Docklands, cheering Geelong on as they neared 15 straight wins.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 19 – Geelong v Adelaide: A dour forecast for an exhilarating side
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John Harms made the pilgrimage down to Geelong in late 2007 to watch his ladder-leading Cats. With rain on the forecast, anything could happen.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 18 – Geelong v Richmond: Cats stories from afar
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A weekend away in Darwin means John Harms had to watch his ladder-leading Cats from up north in 2007. Luckily, Johnson and co were in full flight against a hapless Richmond.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 16 – Brisbane v Carlton: Brown fills his boots on a picturesque Brisbane day
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Travelling up for an old university catch-up, John Harms soaked in the Brisbane sun and a wonderful Jonathan Brown performance, as the Lions won an easy 2007 clash.
Almanac Golf: Memories of St Andrews
July 11, 2020 by 9 Comments
KN Dole’s piece is bringing back memories of a magnificent golf course. JTH just had to go looking for these old photos.
Almanac Golf: A Game of Golf with…Ox, DHS and Matty Finish
July 11, 2020 by 3 Comments
John Harms reports on a hard-fought match at Metropolitan Golf Club, one of Melbourne’s famous Sandbelt courses. [First published in 2012]
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 15 – St Kilda v Adelaide: Perfect for a winter’s night
July 7, 2020 by Leave a Comment
The 2007 St Kilda and Adelaide clash didn’t promise much. But John Harms was left pleasantly surprised by the winter thriller.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 14 – Essendon v Geelong: A rich night of Geelong domination
June 29, 2020 by Leave a Comment
John Harms watched his Cats from Perth. His Geelong ladder-leaders were rich in skill as they waltzed over Essendon in a 2007 Friday night match-up. [This is the ‘Chaaaaapppyyy!’ game- Ed]
Advice to innocents Down South regarding the terminology of footer
June 25, 2020 by 25 Comments
John Harms prefers accuracy in the language which describes football codes and offers a basic explanation for those Southerners who are struggling.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 13 – Fremantle v Carlton: Welcome back Wiz
June 24, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Needing a win, the Freo Dockers welcomed back a fan favourite for their crucial 2007 clash with Carlton. John Harms has the story.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 12 – West Coast v St Kilda: Pulling one out of the hat for Robert
June 18, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Watching from an idyllic local pub in Broome, John Harms witnessed a tight clash in 2007 between the Eagles and the Saints. When the game was on the line, St Kilda managed to get the job done for milestone man Robert Harvey.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 11 – Essendon v West Coast: Hird wills the Bombers over the line
June 7, 2020 by 1 Comment
Off the back of James Hird, Essendon launched a Friday night attack on the reigning Premiers. Watching on from a pub, John Harms describes the thrilling finish.
Round 2: Is that it?
John Harms is interested to know how people have responded to the return of footy.