Wesley Hull speaks to David Rodan and Stephen Nicholls about The National Male Kickstart & All Nations Championships which is giving aspiring young umpires an opportunity to be involved in footy.
Western Australia Dominate Kickstart and All Nations Championships
April 15, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Wesley Hull provides us with a review of the recent National AFL Male Kickstart & All Nations Championships. Again, the boys from the west dominate in this showcase of some of the country’s best indigenous and multicultural talent.
Resilience – A Story of Sydney Swans Legend Michael O’Loughlin
April 15, 2017 by 2 Comments
Wesley Hull was there as Michael O’Loughlin imparted a really important message to the boys at the 2017 National AFL Male Kickstart and All Nations Championships
Shane Morwood
April 14, 2017 by 5 Comments
Damian Balassone pens a poem to Collingwood and Sydney backman Shane Morwood.
Early season observations
April 13, 2017 by Leave a Comment
lucasj_lm has his say on the 2017 season happenings after 3 rounds. Hawthorn’s older players may be done and dusted while Dusty is leading Richmond to wins and maybe the finals.
Almanac Footy: The Dark Age of the .01 percenters is coming
April 13, 2017 by 5 Comments
“The AFL player in 2030 will have long left behind sledges about mums wearing army boots. He will have a degree in sports psychology and spend all 4 quarters messing with opponents heads.”
Marngrook and its place in Australian Football: historian Jenny Hocking presents new evidence
April 13, 2017 by 8 Comments
Professor Jenny Hocking has found some transcripts which will cause much discussion in relation to marngrook and its place in the evolution of Australian Football.
In search of All Along the Line (a request from Julie McInerney)
April 13, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Julie McInerny has a story and a poem – read out some time in the 1930s. Apparently it’s in a book which Julie is looking for. Surely someone must be able to help? [Interesting – JTH]
Almanac Invitation: Rotary Club of Fitzroy “Pick One Winner Competition” Kicks Off This Round
April 12, 2017 by Leave a Comment
The Rotary Club of Fitzroy “Pick One Winner Competition” begins this round. Get involved today.
Almanac Satire – Desmond interviews the Coach
April 12, 2017 by 10 Comments
David Wilson’s transcript of long-time sports interviewer Desmond Troyer’s conversation with this week’s coach in the hot seat. [Satire in the John Clarke/ Bryan Dawe tradition -Ed].
Susan Alberti: AFLW Reflection
April 12, 2017 by 1 Comment
The godmother of AFL Women’s reflects on her hopes, dreams, fears, thoughts and favourite moments from the maiden season of our newest game.
Remembering Harc Dowsley – Carlton Full-Forward, World War II Pilot and MCC Captain.
April 12, 2017 by 1 Comment
Former Carlton footballer and Flight Lieutenant in the RAAF, Harcourt “Harc” Dowsley lived a full life. Warren Tapner chatted to Harc over coffee years ago and remembers a hero as ANZAC Day approaches.
On WAAFL, WAFL, AFL and the unknown Minson reporter
April 11, 2017 by 1 Comment
Les Everett covers last week’s WAFL games, and lament his decision to stay home instead of seeing a Fremantle victory.
VAFA Premier B – Parkdale v Fitzroy: Vultures D(r)own’d at Gerry Green Gurgler; Rory 7 Chuck 0 since 2012
April 11, 2017 by Leave a Comment
(King) George! III evokes (King) Lear in this jaunty report of the excellent Roys victory down by the seaside on Saturday. [Sounds like King George is revving his engines at the corner of Bell and St George’s and is about to fly – JTH]
Dare I Hope For An Ablett Return?
April 11, 2017 by 6 Comments
TR Drayton is one passionate Geelong supporter and she is pondering the prospect of Gary Ablett Jnr returning to the Cattery.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Flying high
April 11, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Collingwood had a big win over the weekend and Cam Hooke is getting excited about their prospects for 2017. The VFL season kicks off this weekend and the Magpies are in the top of the Super Netball. A good time to be a Pies supporter.
Round 3 – Richmond v West Coast: Lids and a Jenga Tower Bound To Fall
April 11, 2017 by 5 Comments
Richmond are sitting pretty at 3-0 in season 2017. Jack Banister is bracing himself for the usual Tiger experience of a come down and a 9th finish, but you never know.
The 2017 Matt Millen Cup – Round Three
April 11, 2017 by 5 Comments
In his weekly wrap, Earl reminds us that Hawthorn is dead last, amongst other happenings. Dead last!
Round 3 – Hits and Misses
April 10, 2017 by Leave a Comment
After a chaotic weekend of football and weather, Tom Riordan reflects on how quickly fortunes can change in a week.
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