The Roys found it mighty tough away to St Bedes but the warmth of the North Fitzroy Arms helped get things back on track. King George III was there.
VAFA – St Bedes Mentone v Fitzroy: Roys faint hopes Tyquinated in feint battle at Brindisi
July 28, 2015 by Leave a Comment
WAFL Round 18: A Royal announcement
July 27, 2015 by 1 Comment
Les Everett reviews Round 18 of the WAFL, as East Perth gives the rest of the competition clear message after thrashing South Fremantle on the weekend.
Fitzroy Rotary Pick One Winner Update: Round 16
July 24, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Peter Hille updates us with the latest Fitzroy Pick One info.
Almanac Unicycling: On the National Championships, Davis Cup, NEAFL and Phil Walsh
July 24, 2015 by 3 Comments
Unicycle hockey? Anne Cahill-Lambert heads to Darwin to watch this unique sport, and also catches a game of footy in which her niece is involved as an assistant coach. And, in this general sports chat, ACL comments on the grief of the Phil Walsh tragedy.
Round 16 – Adelaide v Port Adelaide: Two codes, one city and over 107,000 people.
July 23, 2015 by 1 Comment
Chris Michaels reflects on a couple of days that saw the Adelaide Oval packed for an emotional Showdown between the Crows and Power, as well as EPL giants Liverpool taking on Adelaide United in the world game.
The (Renovated) Statistical Premiership Window
July 23, 2015 by 18 Comments
The time-honoured Damien Little Premiership Window. So, who wins the flag? This is quite remarkable.
Brisbane Lions a cinch to win
July 21, 2015 by 8 Comments
Iron Mike reports on a 20 year old sporting curse that threatens to ruin Boomer’s 400th this weekend.
WAFL Round 17 – Peel face history, Tigers take a tumble
July 20, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Swan Districts’ nail-biting win over West Perth leaves the Lions three games clear atop the WAFL ladder. Peel look to have secured their first finals berth and the battle between the Royals, Swan Districts, South Fremantle and the Tigers to cement a place in September is intense. Les Everett reports on all the WAFL action.
James Grapsas’s Blast from the Past: Daryl Vernon
July 19, 2015 by 5 Comments
James Grapsas begins a new series on players from days gone. They won’t necessarily be household names. In this first story he speaks with Richmond and Swans player Daryl Vernon whose experience offers insight into the life of the fringe VFL player in the early `80s.
Five Reasons Footy Should Stay In Cairns
July 17, 2015 by 4 Comments
Wesley Hull gives 5 reasons on why AFL should stay in Cairns.
Oak Park Football Club – dreams on offer
July 17, 2015 by 4 Comments
A touching memoir in which Matt Watson recalls his childhood dreams – formed on the J P Fawkner Reserve – of playing in the big time. But there were other Oak Park players who made it. And we also discover how it came to pass that Matt is a North Melbourne fan.
Round 16 Preview – A bit of Crowding Control please?
July 17, 2015 by 4 Comments
Sal Ciardulli offers his usual comprehensive tips for Round 16 and some thoughtful advice on how the game’s rules should be modified to reduce the scourge of congestion around the ball.
A life lesson from Tommy
July 16, 2015 by 8 Comments
Life-long Tiger fan Tess Pryor recalls a chance meeting with the late, great Tommy Hafey. “You’re not a legend until someone else says you are!” Terrific yarn with timely perspective.
Time and Space – James Coventry
July 16, 2015 by 4 Comments
James Coventry is an ABC sports commentator based in Adelaide. Robert Walls’ time at Fitzroy is the subject of this extract from his book Time and Space, which is a history of strategy, tactics and coaching innovation in Australian football.
Bulldogs’ Perfect Bark on Bastille Day: Be Loud, Be Fair
July 15, 2015 by 1 Comment
Bob Murphy and the Bulldogs’ ‘Be Loud, Be Fair’ campaign gives Braham Dabscheck cause to reflect on the role of footy in the wider community.
Farrer Flag Favourites for ’15
July 15, 2015 by 16 Comments
Josh Pinn and his wider family have strong connections with the East Wagga-Kooringal Football and Netball Club. They are on the march and he wants everyone to know about it.
Round 15 – Essendon v Melbourne: Christmas in July
July 14, 2015 by 2 Comments
The tipster’s nightmare: back your own team no matter what, or let the head rule the heart? Ged McMahon pulls off a covert Christmas in July, but knows there’s one gift in his stocking he might not be deserving of.
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