General Footy Writing

Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 23 Review

August 29, 2016 by Almanac Admin Leave a Comment

With typical enthusiasm and optimism, Cam Hooke feels that even though Collingwood didn’t win, they did everything else heading to 2017 with optimism and a bit of pride.

Round 23 – Sydney v Richmond: Abject, bad, calamitous, dreadful, execrable

August 29, 2016 by IANLATHAM 1 Comment

Ian Latham suggests there are many synonyms for woeful and they all would have been appropriate for Richmond’s performance against Sydney.

AFL Finals – Week 1: Schedule of Matches

August 29, 2016 by Almanac Admin 14 Comments

Here’s the finals schedule. So, tell us how it plays out from here. Very interested in the views of neutrals. And if your side is in it, which team do you most fear and why? [Very hard – Ed]

Round 23 – Sydney v Richmond: We’re Minor Premiers! Is it best to finish first?

August 29, 2016 by jan courtin 10 Comments

The Sydney Swans finish the year as Minor Premiers, however Jan Courtin is not sure if top of the ladder leads to a Flag, favouritism doesn’t sit kindly with her.

Almanac WAFL: Royals to meet Thunder in WAFL elimination final

August 29, 2016 by Les Everett Leave a Comment

Les Everett reviews the final round in the WAFL home and away season: Next week Peel vs East Perth and South Fremantle vs West Perth

VAFA Premier B, Round 18 – Fitzroy v Parkdale: The Won’t-But-Should-Have Match

August 28, 2016 by Phil Hill 1 Comment

A win to Fitzroy should have been a time to celebrate. Phil Hill and the Lion’s faithful were left flat after the early season losses come home to roost costing the boys a shot at the finals. Disappointed but Phil can’t wait for next year.

Round 23: Adelaide v West Coast – Watch Out For The West

August 27, 2016 by . 5 Comments

Aiden Hammond was less than impressed with Crows effort against the Eagles. The four points and a top 2 spot were there for the taking. Unfortunately the Crows didn’t turn up and the Eagles gave their September hopes a huge lift.

Boomer? Anyone?

August 27, 2016 by Stainless 7 Comments

Stainless is wondering why there has been no Boomer Harvey tribute here at the Almanac. Nothing from North fans? How do they feel about it?

Round 22 – North Melbourne v Sydney: The Father Son Rule

August 27, 2016 by Joe Moore 18 Comments

There is nothing better than introducing the next generation to your passion; Joe Moore and cygnet Ollie resplendent in Swans merchandise cheer cheered against North at Blundstone Arena and sang heartily at the end.

Almanac Rugby League – JT Enters the Starship: Nothing’s Gunna Stop the Cowboys Now!

August 26, 2016 by archie Leave a Comment

After deafting the Bulldogs at Belmore, Archie, with artistic licence from Starship, feels nothing is going to stop JT and his Cowboys.

The Most Important Kick in Football: The Kick Inside 50

August 26, 2016 by David Fordyce 2 Comments

Almanac welcomes David Fordyce, a Canberra based Geelong supporter. David provides interesting analysis on Geelong’s poor entries inside 50. [Welcome – Ed]

Almanac Book Review: My Lifelong Love Affair with the Swans by Jan Courtin

August 26, 2016 by Keiran Croker 17 Comments

Keiran Croker reviews Jan Courtin’s recently published book, My Lifelong Love Affair with the Swans.

Round 23 – Sal’s Preview: The Goodbye Round

August 26, 2016 by Sal Ciardulli Leave a Comment

Sal provides value in his tips for Round 23, The Goodbye Round, time to say goodbye to 2016 for Carlton and a few others.

1986 – A Year With The Blacks Round 18: Focus Puller

August 26, 2016 by Mark 'Swish' Schwerdt 15 Comments

Gordon Agars spend a wet week indoors, exploring the latest home entertainment options, before venturing out for the last minor round of the AUFC 1986 season.