John Harms thanks all those who made a contribution to the crowdfunding campaign. [We’re keeping it open for a few days – via email. Ed] [Why don’t you keep it going until the Demons win a game – Sir Hubert]
Northcote Park FC: Three sets of twins in one team!
April 2, 2015 by 1 Comment
A world record? In a proud and historic moment for the Northcote Park Cougars, three sets of twins – Liam & Janus Waldron, Marc & Andre Botoulas, Matthew & Daniel Brown – all played both the Under 19 & Reserves games.
If Footy Teams Were Bands… or Something Like That
April 2, 2015 by 14 Comments
Put aside the pre-Easter stresses, relax and match wits against the leviathan musical intellect that is Trucker Slim: If AFL teams were bands. Brilliant!
AFLPA Interviews: David Parkin
April 2, 2015 by 1 Comment
David Parkin talks to John Harms about sport, education and his footy life.
The Welcome Back Wrap
April 2, 2015 by 8 Comments
Mr Wrap is back with his learned prognostications on the Round 1 games; Season 2015 and all things sport.
Depths of Winter
April 2, 2015 by 4 Comments
Mark Tresize ponders the consequences of his friend’s son deciding to swap allegiances from his father’s team.
Has the AFL Missed a Chance to Attract New Fans?
April 2, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Paul Spinks thinks the AFL may have missed a promotional opportunity to show off the indigenous football code during the final weeks of the cricket World Cup. Have other codes stolen a march?
Announcing a partnership between the Clifton Hill/North Fitzroy branch of the Bendigo Bank and The Footy Almanac
April 1, 2015 by 3 Comments
We are thrilled to announce a special partnership between the Clifton Hill/North Fitzroy branch of the Bendigo Bank and the Almanac. This will also involve the Fitzroy Football Club for whom the Almanac will be writing match reports. See how it all works.
Lawyers, Drugs and Money: An Easter Homily
April 1, 2015 by 7 Comments
The AFL Anti-Doping Tribunal verdict reminded Peter Baulderstone of Judas, Pilate and the High Priests. Easter greetings to all.
AFL decision the right outcome for Bombers players
March 31, 2015 by 9 Comments
Jackson Clark is celebrating the 34 players under doping allegations being found not guilty. A testament to their resilience and discipline in the face of unprecedented pressure and innuendo, they can now get on with what they do best.
Yin and Yang
March 31, 2015 by 2 Comments
Sarah Black mourns the departure of Jake King and Dan Jackson from the Tigers’ playing group. Players can be replaced, individuals – and what they bring to a team – is a different matter.
Passing the Baton
March 31, 2015 by 7 Comments
Andrew Starkie revels in introducing his daughter to life as a shinboner. The meaning of family and shared experience and community.
ASADA, Essendon and the AFL – Is it over yet?
March 31, 2015 by 1 Comment
It’s decision day for 34 current and former players at the Hangar in Tullamarine. Will the tribunal findings put a much needed full-stop on the story, or do we all just end up at another square-dance?
The First Goal – How Much of an Advantage?
March 31, 2015 by 7 Comments
Stats-porn warning! The prevalence of numbers and what they tell us about a game of footy is increasing exponentially from simply looking at kicks, marks and handballs at a furious pace. James Grapsas contributes this mighty [and rigorous! – Ed] probability-based investigation on the importance of scoring the first goal and how it explains the likelihood of your team winning games. An amazing body of work.
Simple footy words: Sad Day
March 31, 2015 by 1 Comment
How are footy fans feeling on this intriguing day, just a couple days out from the start of a fresh season?
Close ones in the WAFL by Les Everett
March 28, 2015 by 5 Comments
As Les reports, Round 2 in the WAFL saw three of the four games decided by 13 points or less.
Tips and Fantasies
March 27, 2015 by 7 Comments
Hello. My name is Smokie. And at this time of the year I suddenly become consumed by footy tipping comps and fantasy leagues.
Luxury: The Price of Pies at the Adelaide Oval
March 27, 2015 by 6 Comments
Letter to the editor taken from the Adelaide Advertiser. A true blue smack down on all those who moan about the cost of having a bite at the footy.
My First SANFL Match – Centrals v Woodville – 29/7/1967 (an Adelaide Time Capsule)
March 27, 2015 by 32 Comments
Some excerpts from a July 1967 “Football Budget”. Which just so happened to be the first match which “Swish” Schwerdt ever attended. The Adelaide of his childhood is revealed.
The NTFL Player-Points System Restricts Locals
March 27, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Jackson Clark identifies some of the shortcomings in the NTFL’s player-points system, arguing the system needs to take better account of the unique circumstances for a lot of top end footballers.
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