WA correspondent Les Everett reports on the Round 3 AFLW clash between Fremantle and Collingwood, with the Dockers just getting home over the Pies.
AFLW Round 3 – Fremantle v Collingwood: Someone turned the pressure on
February 25, 2020 by 2 Comments
The Parade College Writing Workshop – Laird Ramshaw: My Under 14 Premiership triumph
February 24, 2020 by 3 Comments
Living every kid’s dream, Grade 9 Parade College student Laird Ramshaw got to play in a Grand Final for his beloved Fitzroy Junior FC. With the match coming down to the wire, Laird had to step up and get his team back into the contest. [Sounds like a thriller Laird – JTH}
Marsh Series Week 1 – St Kilda v Hawthorn: Heartland – the Saints fire at Moorabbin but Yoshi is still seeking a Japanese city to call home
February 21, 2020 by 2 Comments
Moorabbin Oval is certainly the heartland for Yoshi’s mighty Saints, but he’s struggling to find a similar niche for himself in his homeland.
White men, AFLW and survival of those best able to adapt
February 20, 2020 by 17 Comments
E. regnans plots a course through various timely issues, with some thoughts on gender, power, footy and other matters. [Much to consider here – JTH]
The Parade College Writing Workshop – Christian Ferraro: Coburg Districts v Hadfield
February 20, 2020 by 2 Comments
Christian Ferraro recounts his intense 2019 under-13s Grand Final against Hadfield. After an undefeated season, the Grade 9 Parade College student’s Coburg Districts team had to defend valiantly to hold onto their lead in the final minutes.
AFLW – Round 3: Footy Fixture
February 20, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Where and when is your AFLW team playing this weekend? Here is the Round 3 fixture with all the details.
Almanac Teams: For Your Eyes Only
February 18, 2020 by 8 Comments
With the latest James Bond film almost upon us, Smokie selects a team with a Bond-related theme.
Alex Young: Kicking into Gear
February 18, 2020 by 2 Comments
Former TAC player Alex Young is determined to play footy at the highest level. Deakin Uni student James Bosco talked to him about his commitment to the campaign and the sadness of family tragedy.
The Footy Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch – Jake Niall: Chief AFL Writer for The Age (Feb 21)
February 18, 2020 by Leave a Comment
In what will be another fantastic Footy Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch on Feb 21, Jake Niall, Chief Footy writer at The Age, is the special guest speaker. Further details here.
AFLW: The first 100 games
February 16, 2020 by 6 Comments
The milestone of the first 100 games played of AFLW footy has just been reached. Gigs reflects upon some of the facts and figures of this accomplishment.
AFL Fans Association – Media Release: Transaction Fees and ticket prices
February 14, 2020 by Leave a Comment
The AFLFA in their Media Release of today respond to the AFL’s decision to remove transaction fees at Marvel Stadium and to freeze ticket prices.
AFLW Round 2 – Footy Fixture
February 14, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Who’s playing where and when? All the AFLW Round 2 match details are here in the footy fixture.
AFLW Round 1 – St Kilda v Western Bulldogs: Old Ground, New Life
February 11, 2020 by 13 Comments
Kate Birrell captures the atmosphere of the Round 1 AFLW match, St Kilda v Bulldogs, in her inimitable style through both print and image.
Almanac Footy Teams: A side from behind The Iron Curtain
February 7, 2020 by 7 Comments
Glen! has picked a side of footballers whose parents come from countries behind Winston Churchill’s ‘Iron Curtain’.
The Odd Friday Lunch: Mark LoGiudice Carlton FC President (Feb 7)
January 31, 2020 by Leave a Comment
What are Carlton’s prospects for the 2020 AFL season? Find out from President of the Carlton FC, Mark LoGiudice who is guest speaker at the first Odd Friday Lunch of the year.
Almanac Teams: Best Australian Nickname XI (ODI)
January 25, 2020 by 18 Comments
Here is an Australian XI made up of nicknames (the nicknames cannot include any element of the player’s name).
‘The Horseman……..’ by KB Hill
January 23, 2020 by 5 Comments
Peter McIntyre played in the Adelaide Crows’ very first match back in 1991. Footy and life have taken him in various directions ever since. KB Hill tells the tale of Peter’s perambulations.
Man Hating …… Cow
Anne Cahill Lambert is disappointed by the tired old misogynist rants towards women that have no place in today’s society, but unfortunately continue to receive media attention. [I’m with you all the way ACL! – Col]