Earl O’Neill offers his thoughts about Tom Boyd’s recent retirement.
The 2019 Grantland Rice Cup
May 16, 2019 by 2 Comments
Earl O’Neill scans the footy writing landscape for writers he likes to read. He’s found he has to dig deep.
The Wrap – A letter from the Saloon Bar
May 16, 2019 by 3 Comments
The Wrap returns. Drawn from his Pooncarie lair by the state of AFL affairs, he isn’t holding back.
Player tribute: Vale Grigga
May 15, 2019 by 7 Comments
Sam Steele pays tribute to the retiring Shaun Grigg.
Balcony Banter – Round 22 1996: Two into one don’t go…
May 15, 2019 by 1 Comment
The recent Melbourne v Hawthorn clash took MCC member Chris Vogt back to the famous ‘Merger Match’ of 1996.
”Big Macca – Lackadaisical but magical” by KB Hill
May 15, 2019 by Leave a Comment
According to KB Hill, “Good full forwards come packaged in a variety of shapes and forms.” But then there was Neale McMonigle.
Almanac Teams: Norm, be in it!
May 14, 2019 by 7 Comments
Remember Life Be In It! And norm. Well Glen! has picked a team of Norms.
Almanac Local Footy: One of many places in the Melbourne suburbs on a Sunday winter afternoon…
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Sean Mortell tells the story of a transformed young footballer and a classic muddy match between Hillside and Aberfeldie.
Speedy Croweaters get the job done: by Les Everett
May 13, 2019 by 1 Comment
Speed was the essence in the SANFL’s victory over the WAFL in their interstate game in Perth reports Almanac WA correspondent, Les Everett.
Almanac Art – Kate Birrell: Street Rhythm Exhibition 21 May (opening night function) – 9th June
May 13, 2019 by 1 Comment
“Street Rhythm” is an exciting new exhibition of Kate Birrell’s recent paintings. The exhibition will be held at Chapel off Chapel, Prahran from 21st May to 9th June. Join Kate for Opening Night from 6.00pm to 8pm on Tuesday 21st May.
Almanac Footy Teams – Political Football
May 13, 2019 by 24 Comments
Who’d you vote for? Andrew Gaylard has come with a footy team of leaders who have been either Prime Minister or President of their country.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life – Round 8 Review & Round 9 Preview
May 13, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Cam Hooke wraps up for the True Believers the Round 8 Collingwood game against the Blues, and previews the Pies Round 9 game against the Saints.
Riverina Wool Team Inspires Selection of NSW Greatest Team
May 9, 2019 by 8 Comments
Rod Gillett has been involved in the selection of the NSW Greatest Team of All Time. It was announced today (May 9, 2019) in Sydney. Take a look!
VFA/VFL – The Burgers v The Boroughs: Red and blue deja vu
May 9, 2019 by 10 Comments
Mic Rees sees a moving tribute to legendary Coburg stalwart Ian Liversidge before watching his Port Melbourne side taken on the locals. His visit to Coburg City Oval takes him back to one of the VFA’s memorable grand finals- when Port came back from oblivion to snatch victory against Coburg in1980. [Super evocation of past and present – JTH]
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