General Footy Writing

Free Agents, Commentators, and Kids

July 13, 2018 by Edward P. Olsen Leave a Comment

This week on the AFL website, commentator Damien Barrett promoted the potential benefits of free agents openly admitting they are planning to leave clubs the best part of 12 months before they actually do so. Edward ponders the potential outcomes such moves may present.

Round 17 preview: It’s not going home! Sal’s picks and musings

July 12, 2018 by Sal Ciardulli Leave a Comment

The World Cup has destroyed sleep patterns but we are nearly there, although England aren’t – Sal got a bit sick of the “It’s Coming Home”. They played well but not being able to score in open play was a flaw, being dependent on set pieces is not a complete enough game. Now for our footy it is on to this week.

Almanac Rugby League – State of Origin Game 3: the aftermath

July 11, 2018 by Ian Hauser 3 Comments

Everyone’s a winner after Game 3 of the 2018 State of Origin series. And there really is no such thing as a dead rubber in this pinnacle clash of the code – here’s why.

Almanac Rugby League – State of Origin: Game 3 Teams

July 11, 2018 by Ian Hauser 1 Comment

The 2018 State of Origin series, the showpiece of the NRL, concludes next week with Game 3 in Brisbane. Although the series has been won and lost, there’s still a lot to play for. Check out the team selections and our rugby league editor’s thoughts here.

Fantasy Footy with The Boys

July 11, 2018 by Edward P. Olsen Leave a Comment

There’s plenty of reality to go with fantasy for Edward Olsen and ‘The Boys’ when they get together for their long-running group fantasy footy project.

Almanac Teams: The True Believers

July 11, 2018 by Smokie 15 Comments

Count your blessings, for Smokie has selected a team with a decidedly religious flavour.

Almanac Teams: Dick Lee Medalists – A Team of 13s

July 10, 2018 by Phillip Dimitriadis 17 Comments

With Friday the 13th looming this week, Phil Dimitriadis has assembled a spooky team of 13’s. What do you make of it Almanackers?

Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life – 2018 Round 17: Winners all round

July 10, 2018 by Almanac Admin Leave a Comment

It’s a winning feeling all around the Collingwood camp this week and Cam Hooke has wrapped up all the teams’ efforts in his latest review.

Almanac Rugby League: How metal detecting can find sporting greats

July 9, 2018 by Harold Peacock 4 Comments

Harold Peacock has unearthed some rare finds thanks to metal detecting, offering a glimpse into the past. An artifact from a Queensland all-time great of League was among the findings.

SANFL Round 13 – Norwood v Adelaide: Redlegs Defeat Crows But Unite Together Fighting MND

July 8, 2018 by Malcolm Rulebook Ashwood 37 Comments

Malcolm ‘Rulebook’ Ashwood was on hand for a very special day at the Parade, the ‘Count Me In’ fundraiser for Motor Neurone Disease as the Redlegs played host to the Crows. Includes several fantastic photos from the day.

Round 16 – Richmond v Adelaide: Hatred at the G

July 7, 2018 by Paddy Grindlay 7 Comments

First on the ladder and flying, Richmond have lost their underdog mantle. To beat them, you must work inconceivably hard for each miniscule victory. It is a position as unfamiliar to once-starved fanatics as their position as Premiers. And for Paddy, the pleasure of watching his Tiges power to victory over the Crows is immense as he articulates so well.

Time to ruffle some feathers!

July 6, 2018 by Colin Ritchie 4 Comments

Time for the Bombers to ruffle some Magpie feathers says Col.

Almanac Art: Kate Birrell’s Dusty Martin in the Grand Final

July 6, 2018 by Almanac Admin Leave a Comment

Kate Birrell’s painting of Dusty Martin in the 2017 Grand Final. [Purchased by Joe De Petro – Ed]

Sydney v Geelong: I’m down in the dumps. Strewth! Imagine if they’d kicked straight!

July 6, 2018 by jan courtin 17 Comments

Jan hates losing. At anything. Tennis, “snap” at midnight on the beach but when her team loses, then it feels personal.

AFL Indonesia records another important Australian-Indonesian sports diplomacy link.

July 6, 2018 by Almanac Admin 1 Comment

Starting this weekend, a Melbourne district Aussie Rules football club will provide development facilities for two outstanding members of Indonesia’s indigenous national team, the AFL Indonesia Garudas.

Almanac (Footy) Poetry – The Rhymer: Ode To Cyril

July 6, 2018 by The Rhymer 3 Comments

The Rhymer pays tribute to the sheer brilliance of Cyril Rioli. Perhaps, given his family heritage, Cyril was always going to be a champion.

The 2018 Chilly Winds Of Winter Cup

July 6, 2018 by Earl O'Neill 3 Comments

As folks are starting to bang on about the ‘run to the finals’, the crew at Stop Privatisation Of Footy Productions figured it was their last chance for a Mid Term Report. And here it is.