It briefly enters the public consciousness after an incident of great notice, but Phil Hill has been mulling over general rule changes in sports, with a few examples. [Could throw rugby league into the mix after recent events – Ed.]
Requiem – The last posts
October 4, 2019 by 3 Comments
Footy’s over, and it’s reflection time for Paul Bateman as he watches the goal posts being removed from the ground and laid to rest; until next season.
The Baan Baa Richmond Supporters Club
October 4, 2019 by 3 Comments
Stainless pens a story about a loved sister, the sole supporter of the Baan Baa Richmond Supporters Club.
Northern Football Netball League – Division 1 Grand Final: Three-quarter time huddle
October 4, 2019 by 5 Comments
Underdogs West Preston-Lakeside FC with some good old fashioned guts and determination defeat the red hot favourites Greensborough FC in the Northern Football Netball League Division 1 Grand Final as Andrew Starkie reports.
Almanac Book Review – The Totem Poles of Ouyen United: Travels in Country Footy by Paul Daffey
October 4, 2019 by 3 Comments
Rodney Gillett reviews Paul Daffey’s excellent new book, “The Totem Poles of Ouyen United: Travels in Country Footy”. Check it out.
‘The Grand Old Football Warrior……’ by KB Hill
October 3, 2019 by 1 Comment
James Edward Flynn was a triple premiership winning player for Carlton just over one hundred years ago. KB Hill tells Flynn’s story – as only KB can.
Norwood defeat WWT to get the ressies chocolates
October 2, 2019 by 14 Comments
Norwood have won their first SANFL Reserves premiership since 1998. Redlegs tragic Malcolm “Rulebook” Ashwood was on hand at the Adelaide Oval to report on the victory.
Of Dufflecoats And Dreams
October 2, 2019 by 5 Comments
A debut reminiscence from Cakewalk 90. Memories of the Rush Stand, Scanlen’s footy cards and Victoria Park etiquette.
Turning Water into Wine
October 2, 2019 by 7 Comments
This is not just the season of atonement for footy clubs. An invitation to Yom Kippur has Dips O’Donnell remembering a far off time and place. Did John Kennedy ever coach at Masada?
Dropping the Ball
October 1, 2019 by 13 Comments
Anna Sublet goes kick-to-kick with her daughter only to find her ball drop is not very effective. Patience, practise and determination is the key and maybe, just maybe, one day there’s a spot for her in a team.
Grand Final – Richmond v GWS: Shock and awe
October 1, 2019 by 6 Comments
Unfortunately for Earl O’Neill his Monaros were left stranded on the track as the Tigers raced away to win the 2019 AFL Grand Final.
Grand Final – Richmond v GWS: The yellow of poise, the black of power
October 1, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Footy Records, the crowded throng, and soaking up the atmosphere were all a part of Sean Mortell’s Grand Final Day.
Grand Final – Richmond v GWS: Bidding a fond farewell to the Tigers of old
October 1, 2019 by 2 Comments
With two Richmond premierships in three years, it has now made the Tigers a great football team according to Jump Ball.
Tiger Turbulence: From strained nerves to heavenly bliss
September 30, 2019 by 2 Comments
Ben Kirkby gives us his take on Richmond’s incredible end to the season when nerves gave way to joy (featuring some of Ben’s artwork too).
When the sun sets over Carlton: Moments in Melbourne
September 29, 2019 by 34 Comments
Mickey Randall’s Tales of the City. Tales of a winter Melbourne adventure of people, books, music, people, wine, footy, food and people.
Almanac Lunches – The Footy Almanac Grand Final Lunch 2019: Photos
September 28, 2019 by 3 Comments
The Footy Almanac Grand Final lunch for 2019 was another great success. Check out some photos from the day.
“Flag Flames Again Flicker At The ‘Showies’……… ” by KB Hill
September 27, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Grand Final week has KB Hill casting his mind back over some of the classic encounters in the annals of Ovens & Murray League Grand Finals.
2019 AFL Grand Final – GWS Giants’ coming of age with the old and the new
September 27, 2019 by 5 Comments
Brandon Erceg traces the development of the GWS Giants since 2012, explaining how they achieved their place in tomorrow’s Grand Final and why they deserve to be there.
Balcony Banter: Memorable Grand Final parades
September 26, 2019 by Leave a Comment
There’s been many AFL Grand Final parades over the years, Bill Hodges recounts some of the more memorable on the MCC’s Balcony Banter Blog.
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