The AFL has become all about process. Even insofar as the employment of club mascots is concerned. This is mind-boggling, and very funny. Ged McMahon is in the running to be the Bombers’ mascot. [Love the encore with your beloved – Ed]
The 2014 ‘Mopsy’ Fraser Cup – Round Five
April 23, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Earl uses all technology at hand to help predict the final 8.
Footys4all footprint across the world
April 22, 2014 by Leave a Comment
The children’s sporting foundation Footys4all, which delivers hope and a sporting opportunity to children in need across Australia and around the world, has delivered its 8,000th new ball in only 2 years of operation. Be inspired by some good news stories locally and globally.
Melbourne trades?
April 22, 2014 by 1 Comment
Melbourne traded selection number two (Josh Kelly) to Greater Western Sydney in exchange for selection number nine (Christian Salem) and talented, yet injury prone youngster Dom Tyson. Right decision? Too early to call? Jackson Clark considers the situation.
AFL Fans’ Association Petition
April 22, 2014 by 2 Comments
The AFL Fans’ Association is gaining a lot of traction. They gathered over 900 signatures outside the MCG yesterday as fans (especially Geelong members) were frustrated by the ticketing situation. Check out the petition here.
WAFL Round 5: Not a good Friday for aligned teams
April 21, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Les Everett reports on Round 5 of the WAFL.
Surely we have paid for our sins
April 18, 2014 by 16 Comments
The case for; the case against. Tony Robb remembers Good Fridays past and wonders what to do with the day. He concludes that the AFL will probably have a crack at Good Friday footy by giving Collingwood a trial – for 30 years.
Success through excess
April 18, 2014 by 4 Comments
Ironmike reacts to the “Poor Us” cry from the Sydney Swans.
Round 5 Preview – KB Time
April 17, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Sal Ciardulli has the best odds on Brent ‘The Cuff’ Macaffer, the Just Shot Blues and a Dundeel for the weekend.
The First Wonder of the 2014 Season
April 17, 2014 by 14 Comments
Step right up. Easter Monday’s clash between the Hawks and the Cats under the big top promises all the fun of the fair. [slightly bizarre and other worldly but I think I get it – Ed]
No sore losers here
April 16, 2014 by 5 Comments
Catherine Durkin saw a couple of games last weekend – and can hardly believe the contrast. They set her thinking.
Round 4 – Richmond v Collingwood: Haiku Bob – among the flotsam
April 16, 2014 by 5 Comments
Haiku Bob on Friday night’s rain-soaked game
AFL Round 4: It’s official! The Tigers have a finals hangover.
April 16, 2014 by 2 Comments
Fearless reports on a round that saw 7000 vulcans attend StarTrek Oval and a win-less Melbourne finally sort out their structural issues – but Jumping Jack was once again nowhere to be found.
Round 4: The 2014 ‘Mopsy’ Fraser Cup
April 16, 2014 by 1 Comment
In this weeks wrap-up, Earl O’Neill introduces you to your new favourite band and ponders why so many good players have forgotten how to play.
Malthouse feelings and car park lessons
April 16, 2014 by 6 Comments
A Latrobe seminar involving Mick Malthouse and a chance conversation with Mark Stevens have Danni Eid thinking. [Thoughtful piece – Ed]
Names on jumpers: no need
April 15, 2014 by 17 Comments
Call him a rusted on, Bartlettesque barnacle on the traditions of the game, but the addition of names to the back of players’ jumpers is a bad idea, says Ged McMahon.
Sydney Swans: Inhaling too much?
April 15, 2014 by 4 Comments
Stuart Hunter has a theory (or ten) for why his Sydney Swans have started poorly. Has too much inside knowledge about the Swans been traded to other clubs? Or has Stuart been inhaling dangerous chemicals?
Beware. Winter is Coming.
April 13, 2014 by 4 Comments
Tony Robb has (fortunately for him) decided to follow the emerging and vibrant Greater Manuka Giants. Fortunately for readers, he still takes enough interest in his discarded Blues to offer a weekly spray.
WAFL Round 4 – Falcons make a big statement
April 13, 2014 by 2 Comments
Les Everett runs the ruler over Round 4 in the WAFL. The two AFL club aligned teams both lost. Has the ‘T’ word surfaced yet in WAFL circles?
Places in my past
April 12, 2014 by 9 Comments
After a great day spent with her Doggies, Kerrie Soraghan reflects on a club that means so much to so many. [A must read -Ed]
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