Lovely memoir from Piffy, prompted by a return to Olds Park for a St George premiership reunion. [Cracker – Ed]
WAFL Round 16: Tigers take their turn in the five
July 14, 2015 by 3 Comments
Les Everett reviews Round 16 of the WAFL as the Claremont Tigers go back into the Top 5.
When the rain tumbles down in July.
July 12, 2015 by 1 Comment
In an effort to avoid planning for term 3 classes, Steve Hodder’s thoughts were directed to the AFL’s fear of forceful tackling, and ponders the notion that those at headquarters have forgotten to preserve the fundamentals of playing Aussie Rules.
How to enjoy yourself watching a AFL game
July 12, 2015 by 5 Comments
Woodside Primary School student Charlie Dillow (aged 10) on how to enjoy yourself whilst watching an AFL game on TV.
Cairns Girls Power To A Greater Victory
July 12, 2015 by 2 Comments
According to Wesley Hull, the Suns versus the Bulldogs wasn’t the main game in Cairns; what really counted was the half-time battle for hearts and minds.
Clichés of the press conference
July 10, 2015 by 4 Comments
Staying “on message”, Matt Watson lets Footy Almanac readers in on what really happens behind the scenes of your average footy presser.
Confessions of an Adelaide Boy
July 9, 2015 by 47 Comments
Jamie Mason has changed his view of the Adelaide Crows. In this fine debut piece, he explains why. [A moving tribute – Ed]
Fitzroy Rotary Pick One Update: Round 14
July 9, 2015 by Leave a Comment
The latest Fitzroy Rotary info from Peter Hille.
The ‘Wagga Effect’
July 8, 2015 by 12 Comments
Craig Dodson throws down the gauntlet to Almanackers and sports fans alike: Is there a regional city in Australia with a better track record for producing elite sports talent than Wagga (Wagga)? Nominations welcome. [note JTH: includes reference to the time honoured Dunlop Volleys – Ed.]
On Phil Walsh and being a man
July 8, 2015 by 1 Comment
Marty Gleason ponders masculinity in the wake of the Phil Walsh tragedy. ‘Perhaps it’s simply a case of muscle and toughness being non-negotiables…’
Phil Walsh: for the good of the game
July 6, 2015 by 25 Comments
Dave Brown takes time to reflect on the tragic death of Phil Walsh. As he shows, it is a time for all families to reflect and re-consider.
Round 14 – Gold Coast v North Melbourne: Brilliant Effervescent Against the Ordinary Roos
July 6, 2015 by 2 Comments
Peter Schumacher travelled to Broadbeach to escape the cold this winter so this is definitely not the view from Shepparton. He attended the Suns v Roos match, where he watched an impressive Suns outfit, bolstered by the return of G. Ablett smash the feeble Roos.
Tigers and Pies- Best 22
July 5, 2015 by 6 Comments
Glen puts a team together of players who have played for the Tigers and the Pies in memory of Phil Walsh, who played for both clubs along with the Brisbane Bears in his football career.
WAFL Round 15: Wins for Subi and Swans
July 5, 2015 by 2 Comments
Les Everett covers the close game and the not so close game in Round 15 of the WAFL. Subi are clearing out on top as their new Kitchin bakes something tasty.
Jarrad Waite and the Hand of God
July 4, 2015 by 3 Comments
An ode to Jarrod Waite with his 200th game approaching against the Blues
Some thoughts on the week past
July 4, 2015 by 1 Comment
Port Adelaide supporter and Alice Springs journalist Nick Kossatch with a reflection on Phil Walsh and the other events of the week.
Phil Walsh – A Light In The Room Has Been Dimmed
July 3, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Author Wesley Hall on the tragedy of Philip Walsh’s death and how it has touched him.
Phil Walsh
July 3, 2015 by 33 Comments
We are thinking of the Walsh family, and all those who have suffered, and continue to suffer, in the face of immense human loss and sadness.
Footys4All: Sports equipment and books to Tarrengower
July 3, 2015 by 1 Comment
Footys4All get sporting equipment and books to people who would not otherwise have access to them. [A timely follow on from yesterday’s piece about footy in jail – Ed]
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