Richard Griffiths compares the prospective appointment of the next Bombers coach in Benny Hill comedic proportions.
Almanac Footy: The Melbourne Football Club-Recollections and Reflections (Part 4)
June 5, 2026 by Leave a Comment
In Part 4 of his ‘Recollections and Reflections’ of his time at the Melbourne FC, Richard Griffiths remembers what could have been with Irishman Anthony Tohill who returned home after he suffered a badly broken leg.
Round 12 – Melbourne v GWS: Here Come the Giants!
June 3, 2026 by 3 Comments
Richard Griffiths reports on the Giants’ successful visit to Alice Springs, where they thrashed a disappointing Demons outfit
Almanac Footy: The Melbourne Football Club – Recollections and Reflections (Part 3)
May 29, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Richard Griffiths continues recalling his time working for the Melbourne FC. In part 3 he tells of his venture to Prospect Oval where he checked out two SANFL stars – Darren Jarman and Garry McIntosh.
Round 11 – GWS v Brisbane: Little did we know we would witness history…
May 24, 2026 by 1 Comment
Richard Griffiths marvels at a once-in-a-generation “footballing hallucination” in the third quarter at Engie Stadium in Round 11.
Almanac Music: Mike Rudd, Spectrum and the Enduring Power of ‘I’ll Be Gone’
May 23, 2026 by 3 Comments
Along with many other Mike Rudd fans, Richard Griffiths attended Chris Franklin’s documentary ‘Someday I’ll Have Money’ and presents a review of the event.
Almanac Footy: The Melbourne Football Club – Recollections and Reflections (Part 2)
May 22, 2026 by 2 Comments
Richard Griffiths continues recalling his time working for the Melbourne FC. In Part 2 he reflects on Sean Charles and Allen Jakovich both of whom not only made a huge impression on Richard but also the footy world.
Round 10 – Waalitj Marawar v GWS Giants: Have the Eagles slammed the door shut?
May 18, 2026 by 2 Comments
Has the GWS Giants’ premiership window been slammed shut? In the aftermath of their loss to the young Eagles, Richard Griffiths identifies some of the difficult list-management decisions the Giants face.
Almanac Footy: The Melbourne Football Club – Recollections and Reflections (Part 1)
May 15, 2026 by 2 Comments
Richard Griffiths was Development Officer, Recruiting Manager and Football Manager of the Melbourne FC from 1988 to 1996. In Part 1 of his Recollections and Reflections he looks at some of the players recruited to the club during his time there, in particular David Schwarz and David Neitz.
Almanac (Footy) Memoir: Hudson and McKenna, Round 21 1973 at VFL Park – a day I will never forget
May 11, 2026 by 2 Comments
Richard Griffiths recalls the remarkable events at VFL Park in Round 21, 1973.
Round 9 – GWS v Essendon: GIANTS Snatch Victory from Jaws of Defeat
May 10, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Like many Giants’ supporters, Richard Griffiths was relieved his team eventually overcame a spirited Bombers to win by 14 points in their Round 9 clash in Sydney.
Almanac Footy: A Letter to the AFL Commission
May 8, 2026 by 1 Comment
Richard Griffiths applies his expertise and experience from within the AFL system to presents some thoughts with regards to the direction of football in Western Sydney, and in particular the GWS Giants.
Round 8 – GC17 v Team GWS: The Expansion Cup
May 4, 2026 by 1 Comment
In the wake of the latest edition of the Expansion Cup, Richard Griffiths entails the path that led us to this clash, including being on the scene while the 17th AFL club was being set up.
Almanac Footy: Auskick, the whiteboard and Watergate
May 3, 2026 by 1 Comment
An Auskick parent sharing a copy of a whiteboard image taken in the Brisbane rooms at Marvel Stadium has gone viral and created a degree of controversy. Richard Griffiths presents his take on the issue.
Round 8 – Collingwood v Hawthorn: A draw – it’s like kissing your sister!
May 1, 2026 by 4 Comments
If the AFL Grand Final winner must be decided on the day of the match then Home and Away matches should also be determined in the same manner. Richard Griffiths highlights this anomaly in AFL decision making – a draw is too much like kissing your sister he suggests!
Round 7 – GWS v North Melbourne: Giants hold on to honour Toby in Anzac thriller
April 27, 2026 by Leave a Comment
A day for Giants fans to remember as their talismanic leader, Toby Greene, claimed the club games record and their side a tough fought win over the Roos. Richard Griffiths shares his thoughts.
Almanac Footy: The Stand Rule – and why it’s driving me nuts!
April 26, 2026 by 4 Comments
Richard Griffiths is infuriated by the Stand Rule. And he asks, who exactly is the man on the mark?
Almanac Music: A Ruddy Good Idea!
April 22, 2026 by 5 Comments
Richard Griffiths has come up with a ‘Ruddy good idea’ setting up a tour featuring Mike Rudd of Spectrum fame performing in the Sydney/Canberra area during October. Richard also will be performing in Mike’s backing band. [Congratulations on the initiative Richard – these will be cracking shows! ED.]
Round 6 – Sydney Swans v GWS Giants: Swans prevail in marathon derby
April 18, 2026 by 1 Comment
The lightning-interrupted derby at the SCG allowed Richard Griffiths time to check on the action down at Kardinia Park, and also to marvel at the athletic physique of the son of one of his old rowing mates.
Almanac Footy: The Battle of the Bridge and a Spinal Tap Moment
April 16, 2026 by 7 Comments
Richard Griffiths tells the tale of the cup that wasn’t, the cup that is and all the drama that went on behind the scenes in the lead up to the inaugural Sydney derby.
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