The gods of football aligned their stars in 1989 to produce two memorable Grand Finals in the NRL and the AFL. Guy Ragan, a Tigers man through and through, reflects on that game and what might have been. (A great account of a great game. – Ed.)
Ode to Women’s Footy (in the Corona absence)
June 3, 2020 by 4 Comments
Paul Spinks celebrates his joy for women’s footy by penning a wonderful tribute to their game.
Almanac Life: Love in the time of Collingwood (and other pestilence).
June 3, 2020 by 9 Comments
Jamie Simmons is a new father. He and Mel have had a baby boy, Archie, named after his grandfather whose story is also told. In this wonderful piece, Jamie considers love and the nature of chance. [Great piece Jamie, and congratulations to you all – JTH]
1966 and all that: Round 9 – Richmond v St Kilda
June 3, 2020 by 6 Comments
St Kilda suffers their first loss for the season against Richmond, Round 9 1966. Peter Clark continues his absorbing recount of St Kilda’s premiership year.
Podcast: 1989 Grand Final ‘pay the price’ speech
June 2, 2020 by Leave a Comment
As a follow up to his book on the 1989 Grand Final, Tony Wilson has compiled a pod episode of players talking about the famous Allan Jeans speech. You can listen to it here.
The 2020 Dave Flanagan Cup – Round 11
June 2, 2020 by 5 Comments
Earl O’Neill reflects on the life and times of Dave Flanagan and how his larrikin spirit inspired the growth of AFL across the country. Condolences to his wives, children, and spiritual and legal advisers. Round 11 results seem like an afterthought with the ladder leaders coming back to the pack in an (imaginary – Ed.) season full of surprises.
Football History: 1919 VFL Grand Final
June 2, 2020 by 7 Comments
Anticipating an October pandemic Grand Final this year, Glen! takes us back to the year 1919, when Richmond and Collingwood played the decider in the year of Spanish Flu.
Almanac Rugby League: NRL 2020 off and re-running, and how!
June 2, 2020 by 1 Comment
Rugby League editor Ian Hauser thinks we learned a lot after just one round of the re-booted NRL season. See if you agree. [Totally agree on the Green Machine – Ed.]
Almanac Book Review – ‘The Big O: the life and times of Olsen Filipaina’ by Patrick Skene
June 2, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Ian Hauser reviews Patrick Skene’s new book, ‘The Big O: the life and times of Olsen Filipaina’ – a significant addition to the (all too) limited literature of rugby league.
Old Autograph Books: Rod Oaten
June 1, 2020 by 6 Comments
Rod Oaten has enjoyed the autograph series on the Almanac site – and tells the tale of his old autograph book.
Almanac Book Review – 1989: The Great Grand Final
June 1, 2020 by 2 Comments
Paul Spinks brings us his review of a book that has already captivated a few Almanackers, Tony Wilson’s tome covering the 1989 VFL Grand Final.
Neil Craig: Elite Performer (Part 2)
May 31, 2020 by 43 Comments
Rulebook’s back with Part 2 of Neil Craig’s career – from player to super coach
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life – Finally… Round 2: Preview
May 29, 2020 by 1 Comment
A cracking Round 2 game coming up between the Pies and the Tigers. Cam Hooke previews the game from a Collingwood perspective.
Almanac Rugby League – An old rivalry resumes: Roosters v Rabbitohs
May 29, 2020 by 1 Comment
Roosters v Rabbitohs – the rivalry goes back a century and more. They’re back again tonight and we’ve got them captured by John Campbell’s artwork!
1981 Revisited – Round 10: ‘Master Blaster’
May 29, 2020 by 10 Comments
Sam Steele continues his weekly review of the 1981 VFL season. Round 10; league heavyweights Essendon v Carlton, and Collingwood v Richmond clashed with good wins to both home sides. Daicos and Kerry Good kicked 9 goals each.
Almanac (Footy) History: Memories of Corio Oval, Geelong
May 28, 2020 by 27 Comments
Kevin Densley provides a background to Corio Oval in Geelong which provided a setting for footy and harness racing for decades. Its current day use will not thrill you.
“ ‘Mouse’…….the opportunist……..” by KB Hill
May 28, 2020 by 1 Comment
His nickname may have been ‘Mouse’ but Shane Wohlers roared his way through a very successful career in the Ovens and Murray League. KB Hill takes up the story.
Almanac Book Release – ‘The Big O: the life and times of Olsen Filipaina’ by Patrick Skene
May 28, 2020 by 2 Comments
Today marks the Australian release of Patrick Skene’s first book “The Big O: the life and times of Olsen Filipaina’. The Almanac extends its congratulations and best wishes to Patrick and Olsen. Read more details here.
Almanac Footy History: 1919 VFL Grand Final – Collingwood v Richmond
May 27, 2020 by 6 Comments
The 1919 VFL Grand Final between Collingwood and Richmond was played during the Spanish Flu pandemic. Glen! tells the story of that game.
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