Interesting observation of the changing meaning of footy – even at grass roots level.
The (off) season of money: changing times and changing meanings in grass roots footy
December 17, 2013 by 15 Comments
A Hole in my Town
November 25, 2013 by 7 Comments
In this piece The Old Dog talks about how much is lost in a town and a club without the next generation breathing life into the place.
Cracks and Sizzles
November 14, 2013 by 11 Comments
Matt Zurbo is not a cricketer, but he has played a few times. [some interesting reflections on the game, and a nice comparison with footy – Ed]
The Perfect Kick (Really)
November 5, 2013 by 6 Comments
Matt Zurbo has nailed the perfect kick – once or twice in millions.
AFL Grand Final: Bad Sex
October 24, 2013 by 13 Comments
The Grand Final left Matt Zurbo mightily unsatisfied.
My Old Man the Tiger
August 27, 2013 by 22 Comments
Matt Zurbo, his Dad and the Richmond footy club expunge the rubbish.
I love footy
July 29, 2013 by 7 Comments
Matt Zurbo has written and illustrated a children’s book about footy. It’s a beauty.
From Gospel to Black and White Minstrels
July 4, 2013 by 7 Comments
Matt Zurbo celebrates the AFL club songs. [Warning: includes Good Old Collingwood.]
Milne
June 20, 2013 by 17 Comments
There is no separation of Church and State on this one. Matt Zurbo says that there are a few factors at work in the Milne case, and at times the wrong considerations are driving understanding and decision-making.
Rollercoasters
June 19, 2013 by 5 Comments
When Matt Zurbo’s rib is broken by big Bourkie in the twos, the Old Dog is told to retire. You can imagine his response.
Old Dog’s Footy Team of the Century (On-ballers, interchange and coach)
June 6, 2013 by 26 Comments
Matt Zurbo (who has played over 500 games of local footy) has picked his Team of the Century of blokes who haven’t had a run in the AFL. He invites you to nominate a few champions you know, have played with, have seen. Today he’s after ruckmen, ruck rovers, rovers, a coach (and he’s nominated a few on his bench as well).
Fred Wooller – Part 2: Premierships and Teammates
April 19, 2013 by 8 Comments
In this second part of Old Dog’s interview with Fred Wooller he hears of Polly, Bobby and the 1963 Grand Final victory.
Fred Wooller – Part 1: Bowling Alleys and not so Sleepy Hollows
April 19, 2013 by 7 Comments
Matt Zurbo with the first part of his chat with Geelong premiership skipper Fred Wooller. (Note the unlikely reference to ten-pin bowling.)
Season 31, and all the very best to those strapping on the boots this year
March 22, 2013 by 7 Comments
Matt Zurbo is working his way into his 31st season. And his enthusiasm has never waned.
Born Working. Billy Williams.
February 25, 2013 by 14 Comments
Let’s get this straight, Billy Williams is a champion. You think so the minute you meet him. Triple South Melbourne best and fairest, Bloods Team of the Century member, Australian Rules Hall of Fame. The only surviving Swan from the Bloodbath Grand Final. A ripper jag of titles, but there’s something more to [Read more]
Give me your tragic stories
January 16, 2013 by 10 Comments
Matt Zurbo can spot a footy-lover amid the ordinariness of routine life. He explains how. And he’s keen to hear other spottings.
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