Anna Pavlou interviews Fletcher Roberts of the Western Bulldogs, taking us on his journey from the Murrumbeena Under 9’s and having Richmond’s Matthew Richardson as his idol, to AFL Premiership defender and beyond.
Confessions of an MCG Pie-girl
May 10, 2018 by 17 Comments
After feeling the pressure to find a job, Bridget Schwerdt is employed at the MCG as a Pie-Girl. Here’s the story of the process and of her first sessions on the job when, possibly because of her mathematical skills, she is sent to become a Wiener Girl. [Very funny Bridget. We’ll be looking for you – Ed] [first published in 2015 when our Pie-Girl was in Grade 10]
Almanac Teams: Murray Kangaroos
May 9, 2018 by 13 Comments
Glen! has been inspired by both the fertile lands along the mighty Murray and resident Almanac Teams doyen, Phil Dimitriadis, to put together a team of Kangaroos hailing from either side of the river.
Open Letter to Alan Richardson: My suggestions to you for better Saints
May 8, 2018 by Leave a Comment
In a heartfelt letter from our resident Kyoto Almanacker, Yoshi lays it out for the coach of his beloved St Kilda on how he sees the path to improvement.
The Red and the White – A Week Is A Long Time.
May 7, 2018 by 3 Comments
A week is a long time in footy; you are only as good as your last game, are two over used, though true sayings according to Keiren as he ponders recent performances by the Swans.
VFLW Round 1 – Southern Saints v Carlton: The Blues get to sing
May 7, 2018 by 1 Comment
Dave H was on hand to see the Blues take on the Southern Saints and also witnessed a team spirit that the Blues have built from the AFLW through to VFLW.
Et Tactus – Tommy’s sin against the Almighty
May 7, 2018 by 11 Comments
Dips O’Donnell’s take on contact with the untouchable umpires, the ballad of Tom Hawkins and other tongue-in-cheek Shakespearean tragedies.
Round 6 – Collingwood v Richmond: D.Wilson & B.Grundy
May 4, 2018 by 11 Comments
The Tigers run out 43-point winners on one of the rare occasions when everyone leaves the ground somewhat satisfied. The Pies showed enough to challenge the premiers, which bodes well for the rest of their year. And the premiers rose to the challenge, as very good sides do reports Jack.
The View from the Summit
May 4, 2018 by 5 Comments
Above all, Richmond has reminded Stainless why he fell in love with footy in the first place. It’s something you do and watch for fun. His Tigers are bringing him a lot of joy!
‘Free’ Thinking and ‘The State of the Game’
May 4, 2018 by 22 Comments
Peter Baulderstone is happy with his Eagles but wonders if rugby tactics are taking over the Australian game. Some musing on changing the risk/reward of free kicks to encourage open running, long kicking and high marking (explain it to your kids).
Fearless: Some observations
May 4, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Fearless details some observations he has made from the first six rounds of footy.
A hard rain’s gonna fall!
May 4, 2018 by 6 Comments
Bomber bombs, Bombers overshoot runway, it can all get a little too much for Col but he will still be there cheering for his team against the Hawks.
A champ of football’s golden era by KB Hill
May 2, 2018 by 2 Comments
KB Hill has taken a look at the life and times of Albury legend and Essendon Hall of Famer, Jack Jones, shared with the Almanac here
Almanac Teams: Tasmanian Tigers
May 2, 2018 by 3 Comments
As far as Tasmanian footballers go, Richmond has played home to plenty of them – hailing from all corners of the island state. Liahm O’Brien, prompted by Jack Riewoldt’s ascension to the Tasmania Hall of Fame, put together this side.
Are We Witnessing A Superdraft?: Reconstructing The 2013 AFL Draft
May 1, 2018 by 1 Comment
Alex Docherty wonders five years on from the 2013 AFL draft, could we be witnessing a superdraft comparable to 2001? Take a look at his re-draft with what we have seen from these young guns in the first 5 years of their AFL careers – what do you think?
AFL listens to fans on Grand Final time..for now – AFL Fans Association
April 30, 2018 by 1 Comment
Following up on last week’s online poll that showed most fans prefer the traditional Grand Final timeslot, the AFL Fans Association has welcomed the announcement of maintaining the status quo for 2018.
Winning and weddings
April 28, 2018 by 12 Comments
Magpie Danielle is baaaaaaaccccck, and, boy is she excited! Her Magpies are back in town, and together with her wedding preparations, Danielle is on top of the world.
AFL’s state of the game: A couple of easy changes will make all the difference
Amidst a cacophony of soundbites about the “state of the game”, student Max Hatzoglou breaks down the intricate challenges and opportunities afforded by adjusting the game, in his first piece featured on The Footy Almanac