For Stainless, Docklands Stadium despite its many re-brandings,has always been a cold, soulless venue as he recalls a disproportionate number of serious, freakish injuries on its hard, patchy surface sustained by Richmond players. But, Stainless was more than happy by the team’s performance against the Swans.
The Blue & The Gold: A Win for the Ages
June 29, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Smokie revisits the memorable Williamstown CYMS Grand Final victory of 2009 against Peninsula.
Martin Flanagan: In defence of grass roots footy
June 29, 2018 by 10 Comments
If you missed Martin Flanagan’s Norm Smith Oration toast, or would just like to revisit it, we now have vision to go with the words. Martin reminds those charged with looking after the administration (and commerce) of the game that they ignore grass roots football at their peril.
Half Way Cat Report
June 29, 2018 by 7 Comments
Reviewing Geelong’s performance at the half way mark of the season, Paul has seen enough to suggest the Cats can be more than successfully mediocre, especially once some experienced players return from injury. Though, the elephant it still in the change room. Is it hungry?
There’s still time to have your say at the AFL Fans Association Forum
June 29, 2018 by 2 Comments
Yvette Wroby and other Almanackers attended the AFL Fans Association Inaugural Fans Forum last Sunday. We were moderators on the day. You have your chance now to have your say, as we all did. Copy and paste and speak your mind. A collated document, without names, will be read by Head Office so here’s your chance to give your thoughts. Clocks ticking. Get them in soon.
Floreat Pica Society: Round 14, Collingwood v Carlton
June 28, 2018 by Leave a Comment
The Floreat Pica Society report on the traditional grudge match against the Blues – the most hated club by a long stretch for Pie supporters. Other teams just don’t cut it when it comes to the level of sheer, naked hate Collingwood supporters have for the men in Blue.
Fearless: 2018 Round13- The Bye Rounds #3…how many umpires do you need?
June 28, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Fearless has something to say about umpires and rule changes, as well as reviewing Round 14 games.
Am I Obsessed With Footy?
June 28, 2018 by 4 Comments
Yoshi Imagawa is putting in the hard yards on the training track to be the best player he can be for the Osaka Dingoes. Is there such a thing as training too much? Yoshi will be in Melbourne in July and is looking for a club to train at and to meet up with fellow Almanackers.
Almanac Art: Eyes on the Ball – Review from 1996
June 27, 2018 by Leave a Comment
The late Robert Rooney, artist and critic for The Australian, reviews a footy-art exhibition from the Ross Oakley era, in his characteristic sharp style.
Almanac Rugby League – State of Origin: where now for Queensland?
June 27, 2018 by Leave a Comment
In which direction will the Maroons selectors go when they choose their squad for Game 3 of this year’s State of Origin series? Father and Son sorted it out over lunch the other day.
Will zones improve the Game?
June 27, 2018 by 4 Comments
Max Hatzoglou ponders the virtues of zones and starting positions and their implications on the style of the game.
Almanac Obituary – Last of the Place Kickers
June 27, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Gerard Coutts’ grandfather played in a few premierships for Horsham and South Ballarat, as well as being a serviceman in WW1. He is remembered for being the ‘last of the place kickers’ in this obituary.
“Be Home Before Dark……” by KB Hill
June 27, 2018 by 9 Comments
KB Hill recounts the long football history of the Gayfer clan, and the fortunes of the Rutherglen footy club. Two stories which reflect the ebbs and flows of a country footy fortunes.
Almanac Funny Teams – A Team of Top-Notch 12s
June 26, 2018 by 22 Comments
Phil Dimitriadis thinks the number 12 is one of the most symbolic numbers in human history. What do you think of his team of No. 12’s?
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 15 – The Year of the Magpie
June 26, 2018 by 1 Comment
Cam Hooke delivers his upbeat weekly assessment of the Collingwood Universe after a win over their old rival.
Almanac (Footy) Poetry – The Rhymer: My Favourite things
June 26, 2018 by 3 Comments
Inspired by the Sound of Music, The Rhymer is moved to write about the rough and tumble of footy.
Almanac Footy: Captains Moving Clubs is Bad For the Game
June 25, 2018 by 4 Comments
Liam O’Grady sees a couple of captains looking for a way off their sinking ships in 2019 and he isn’t happy about it.
Tom Browne, Twitter and Tasmanian Footy
June 25, 2018 by 4 Comments
Would a Tasmanian footy team attract more fans than the Sorrento Sharks? Channel 7’s Tom Browne clearly doesn’t think so.
SAPSASA State Football Carnival 2018
June 24, 2018 by 4 Comments
Aidan Hammond has written a story about his involvement in the SAPSASA State Football Carnival. Great work Aidan!
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