“All this talk about a number is completely worthless” states Ben Reid about the Josh Daicos #35 hoo-ha.
Tribute to Nick Dal Santo
November 9, 2016 by Leave a Comment
“The 322-game player ended his career with the averages of 13.0 kicks, 9.9 handballs, 22.9 disposals, 3.7 marks, 0.5 goals and 3.6 tackles. His record shows he was good at disposals.” But Nick Dal Santo was more than just his stats, says Yoshi.
1999 – (not quite) All Australian SSA Team – Some Big Names, Some Notable Absences
November 8, 2016 by 10 Comments
Another ripper find from Swish Schwerdt: the 1999 School Sports Australia All-Australian football team. Some great names. Who is the grandson of John Coleman? Is there a ministerial advisor among them? The normal where-are-they-now assistance please.
(Reposting on the day that one of these kids, Nick Dal Santo, confirms his retirement)
Almanac People: Rick Neagle the leveller in my life
November 7, 2016 by 70 Comments
Rulebook writes a heartfelt tribute to Rick Neagle and his tireless work with d4d, Count Me In and the disability sector. And invites everyone to become aware, and involved.
Thanks Fishion Chips
November 5, 2016 by 4 Comments
Yoshi transitions into the next phase of his life as Sam “chips” Fisher calls time with the Saints.
Twilight Grand FInals and 17-5 fixtures: How much is enough?
November 4, 2016 by 7 Comments
A twilight Grand Final is inevitable apparently. Does what you think matter?
Don’t let the door hit you on the arse.
November 2, 2016 by 1 Comment
Reprising an old classic, Ron Wells AKA San Diego Catter on Grand Final day contemplates the dreams of players, the lamentations of fans, and the fairytale of one neglected player who lived his dream.
Dear Editor: Can we have some footy talk, please?
November 2, 2016 by 7 Comments
Jan Courtin wants a little more footy talk on the site and to get it started she’s sent in the Sporting Globe front page from 1933. Classic. Read the stats! ‘Passes to comrade’
In the fast lane with the centre half forwards
November 2, 2016 by 14 Comments
Following the post on her preferred full-forwards, Carolyn Spooner provides a list of the standout centre half forwards. Can you add to it?
Almanac People: The Halloween Swan
October 31, 2016 by 5 Comments
Chris Bracher, aka The Emerald Hill Chronicle has taken Halloween to new depths!
One-eyed? Sure Am
October 31, 2016 by 8 Comments
Jan Courtin gives new meaning to “One-eyed” supporter.
Is the AFL losing touch with our most important audience, the community?
October 26, 2016 by 12 Comments
The 6 goal star of Norwood’s 1982 SANFL flag win, Rick Neagle, feels the AFL does not engage with its core grass roots level, a level that is gradually eroding away.
What Jobe Watson should tell the AFL Commission in his submission
October 26, 2016 by 3 Comments
DaveP thinks he’s Jobe Watson and presents his case to the AFL Commission as to why he should keep the 2012 Brownlow Medal.
St Kilda Banner for Round 1, 2017
October 25, 2016 by 4 Comments
From furthest Japan, Yoshi hears David Schwarz complaining that the Dees v Saints Round 1 2017 fixture is scheduled at Docklands. Yoshi has a suggestion.
Macca – Mr Loyalty: A Tribute to Garry McIntosh
October 24, 2016 by 131 Comments
Rulebook’s tribute to one of his favourites, the great man of Norwood and South Australian football, Garry McIntosh.
In at the deep end with the full forwards
October 24, 2016 by 10 Comments
Carolyn Spooner has presented an in depth review of the full forward and its craft with a fishy analogy, you would be surprised to see what creature Jason Dunstall is. What sea creature would you attribute your team’s full forward?
Ben McGlynn – How he will help us and welcome to the Saints
October 23, 2016 by 4 Comments
Ben McGlynn has been appointed as an assistant coach at St Kilda; Yoshi gives us his thoughts.
Perspective is now possible
October 22, 2016 by 11 Comments
With a balanced perspective, Jan Courtin concedes losing a Grand Final is not the end of the world, now to convince her heart.
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