Cameron J. Hooke [now there’s a writer’s name – Ed] sends an email to a few footy types each week. Cam, a Magpie through and through, was at Manning Clark House to take part in the Geoff Pryor event. These are some of his observations of the night and of the footy weekend, as sent in his weekly missive.
Hopeless on the punt – Fools Die
August 11, 2014 by 4 Comments
Fortune doth favour the brave… to the tune of about 18 bucks.
Unheralded McBean a key to the Tigers’ future
August 10, 2014 by 3 Comments
The Tigers are dreaming this weekend. Jackson Clark gives them more to fantasise about with an introduction to emerging key forward Liam McBean, who is playing in their VFL side.
Adelaide University Blacks FC: Jerk reaches 500 games!
August 10, 2014 by 69 Comments
This Saturday (August 16th) sees Adelaide University Blacks FC stalwart Darren “The Jerk” Graetz play his 500th game for the club. Malcolm “Rulebook” Ashwood pays tribute to the gregarious figure, join him with your praise
Current rivalries in great shape
August 10, 2014 by 3 Comments
Jackson Clark nominates the modern AFL rivalries that add an extra spice when these teams line up against one another.
A Footy Addict’s Top 20
August 10, 2014 by 8 Comments
Jackson Clark picks his 20 best players in the AFL (with a weighting on this season’s performances).
The Fifth International Cup of Australian Football – at a footy ground near you this August….and you don’t need a barcode to go…
August 9, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Stephen Alomes with the lowdown on this year’s International Cup
Toby Greene one of the AFL’s most overrated
August 9, 2014 by 3 Comments
If GWS underestimated Anthony Miles before gifting him to Richmond, Jackson Clark reckons they have overrated the skills and talents of Toby Greene.
Young Miles one of the recruits of the season
August 9, 2014 by 2 Comments
Tiger, Tiger burning bright. Jackson Clark tells us the history of Richmond’s star recruit Anthony Miles, who was discarded by Greater Western Sydney.
Adelaide Uni Greys Melbourne Lunch: Meeting Rulebook
August 8, 2014 by 21 Comments
Luke Reynolds attends an Adelaide Uni Greys lunch to meet the great man. Not Bob Neil – but his acolyte ‘Rulebook’ Ashwood.
Peerless Pebbles: A Tribute to Ryan O’Keefe
August 8, 2014 by 4 Comments
Joe Moore pays homage to Ryan O’Keefe a footballer universally admired for his skill, toughness and fairness. Joe reckons he’s the heart of the modern Bloods. Add your own tribute.
Round 20 Preview – Take a whiff of this!
August 8, 2014 by Leave a Comment
The top four looks increasingly settled so the logjam for positions 5-8 will be the main focus for Round 20… speaking of focus, what is going on with the Match Review Panellists implementing the system?
Hopeless on the punt – part 2
August 7, 2014 by 4 Comments
Ever heard the phrase ‘scared money’? Matt Watson has been stringing out a small stake all season. It’s death or glory this weekend. Tips please.
Carnival of Footy
August 7, 2014 by 5 Comments
Kate Birrell shares a luxuriant spread of food, art and junior footy lightning carnival. A gourmet spread with something for everyone – dieters best avoid. Check out the Almanac Art link and contact us if you would like a Kate painting gracing your walls.
South African Lions in International Cup Buildup in Jamestown
August 7, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Last week the South African Lions AFL team came to Jamestown in the mid-north of South Australia, to begin their preparation for the International Cup in Melbourne this week. James Lang tells how they inspired the community, and the community inspired them.
Career not yet over for O’Keefe
August 6, 2014 by 5 Comments
Is Ryan O’Keefe’s senior career over? Jackson Clark thinks not.
Footy Commentary – The gift that keeps on giving (or: Intellectual Wilderness, ho!).
August 6, 2014 by 36 Comments
Steve Baker has learnt plenty from our current crop of broadcasters…. at least 11 things.
Close the Etihad Stadium roof
August 6, 2014 by 11 Comments
Just close the roof, says Jackson Clark, it’s a no-brainer
MRP – bureaucracy at its finest?
August 6, 2014 by 4 Comments
Career bureaucrat (that’s a compliment in case you were unsure) Dave Brown suggests that with a little bit of tweaking, the MRP system has still got some legs. What do you think?
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