Historian Bernard Whimpress introduces his recently-released biography of the great nineteenth century South Australian and Australian cricketer (and more than handy footballer) George Giffen.
Almanac (Cricket) Books: ‘George Giffen – A Biography’ by Bernard Whimpress
November 18, 2020 by 8 Comments
Almanac Cricket: Kew v Power House – The Spirit of Cricket
November 17, 2020 by 3 Comments
Phil Hill loves his cricket having played and umpired in the Mercantile Cricket Association all his adult life. And, the spirit of the game is well and truly alive as he recounts the goodwill displayed between teams in a recent game he umpired.
Tiger Woods: Sport’s Greatest Comeback?
November 14, 2020 by 15 Comments
In the lead-up to the US Masters which starts tonight, we revisit Peter Baulderstone’s reflection on Tiger Woods’ win at the 2019 US Masters and how he has risen from the ashes of personal and physical betrayals. He tries to rank where it fits with the great comeback stories of Ali, Seles, Laver, Bradman, Hogan and Watson. (Simply brilliant! – Ed.)
Almanac Cricket: Australian Test squad to take on India named
November 12, 2020 by 3 Comments
The Australian Test cricket squad to face India this summer has been announced. Thoughts?
Almanac Cricket: ‘The Comeback Summer’ by Geoff Lemon
November 11, 2020 by 1 Comment
Geoff Lemon has a new cricket book coming out soon. Here are some advance details.
Almanac Cricket: Why it’s too soon to unleash Cameron Green
November 11, 2020 by 4 Comments
Dan Hoban names his 17 man squad for the First Test in Adelaide. He also weighs in on the potential selection of Cameron Green.
Almanac Poetry: ‘The Practice Nets’ – Philip Hodgins
November 10, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Footy is over, cricket is here and it’s time to hone up those cricketing skills! Philip Hodgins (1959 – 1995), in his poem ‘The Practice Nets’, reflects upon the role the nets play in the life of cricketers.
Almanac Cricket: Finding Frank Tarrant under the grape vines
November 9, 2020 by Leave a Comment
With summer here, the sultana grape vines provide Michael Sexton with a wonderful shady backdrop for listening to Test cricket, and for reading. A book he recommends for reading in such a place is Mike Coward’s ‘Cricket’s Forgotten Pioneer: The Frank Tarrant Story’.
Almanac (Local) Cricket: Pomborneit Cricket Club 2020/21 Season- October Review
November 6, 2020 by 6 Comments
All the October action from the Pomborneit Cricket Club.
Almanac Memoir: Half a century at the Gabba
October 23, 2020 by 10 Comments
Murray Bird offers a panoramic memoir of Gabba days of yore. [Reckon 500 is conservative Muz – JTH]
‘The new Ponsford…….’ by KB Hill
October 22, 2020 by Leave a Comment
KB Hill recalls the football and cricket careers of legendary Wangaratta sportsman Alec Fraser who spurned ‘the big time’ to return to his roots.
Almanac Footy History: The Crapp Chronicles – Origins of Henry ‘Ivo’ Crapp
October 17, 2020 by 1 Comment
Tim Ghys provides some background information about Henry ‘Ivo’ Crapp as part of the Crapp Chronicles.
Almanac (Local) Cricket: Pomborneit Cricket Club 2020/21 Season- Pre-Season Review
October 16, 2020 by 4 Comments
With the season about to start, Luke Reynolds takes us through all the off season happenings at the Pomborneit Bulls.
Almanac Cricket: A catch to remember, 23 years on
October 12, 2020 by 7 Comments
It is 23 years to the day since Liam Hauser witnessed brilliance at the Gabba; Adam Dale took a running catch of simply outrageous proportions. Have you seen any better?
Almanac Cricket: The new season is underway
October 8, 2020 by 4 Comments
The Australian Women’s Cricket Team is off to a flying start to the new season, equalling a record in the process. The Marsh Sheffield Shield season gets underway this weekend. See all the details here.
Almanac Cricket: Never invite a prospective romantic partner to come see you play cricket!
October 4, 2020 by 6 Comments
Cricket season is just around the corner, and Craig Dodson has a vital message for all young cricketers looking to impress anyone over the coming months.
Almanac Poetry: Deano
October 3, 2020 by 1 Comment
Steve Cotter, from the Clifton Hill CC, pays tribute to Dean Jones. Thanks to Steve’s teammate Andrew ‘Gigs’ Gigacz for alerting us to this poem.
Almanac (Cricket) Obituary: Keep Smiling, Dean Jones by Jarrod Kimber
October 1, 2020 by 2 Comments
Jarrod Kimber reflects on the influence of Dean Jones on his life. It’s a love story as well as a warts and all homily to the cricketing genius who provoked such strong responses over several decades. (Raw, gutsy and achingly beautiful – Ed.)
Almanac (Holiday Cricket) Poetry: Deano and the endless summer
September 27, 2020 by 7 Comments
E. regnans remembers summers at the beach when Dean Jones was in his prime. R.I.P. Deano.
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