Yvette Wroby believes last week’s Almanac dinner with Brian Matthews could have been called A Meeting of Tragics (and not just because they are fellow St.Kilda supporters).
The View from Shepparton: Don’t moan Clarke, you were out
July 15, 2013 by 10 Comments
The Review System did work, don’t moan about Haddin or Clarke, they were out.
Orbost or bust – celebrating a triple treat
July 14, 2013 by 5 Comments
The Orbost Football Club is holding a reunion on August 3. Cheryl Critchley highlights the rich and successful history of the East Gippsland club.
WAFL – Round 17: Demons alive, Tigers go down
July 14, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Swans took control at Claremont Oval in the second quarter and didn’t look back against the top team. Swan Districts are beginning to look very dangerous while the Tigers have a long injury list.
Oi Magpie Army, it’s us against them not us against ourselves…
July 14, 2013 by 4 Comments
Siobhan Calafiore is not a “real” Collingwood supporter when she questions Buckley or his players, according to “true” supporters on certain websites. This isn’t a glass half full attitude, it’s a glass continually overflowing attitude.
VFL and the Vietnam War
July 13, 2013 by 20 Comments
A drink at the Star of the West in Port Fairy led Glen to ponder VFL stars that served in Vietnam. He is asking the Knacker fraternity for their memories of star players that served, and whether Essendon’s contingent of six was the largest from any club.
Deja Vu all over again?
July 12, 2013 by 2 Comments
Paul Roos is not the man to coach Melbourne, writes Budge, and no amount of money will change that.
AFL Round 16 – Preview: Channelling Christie Allen
July 12, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Before 17 clubs throw their veterans, their future stars and their kitchen sinks at the Giants for the number one pick, Sal Ciardulli asks them: Is it all worth it? Is the next Cooney, Goddard or Hutton really worth the upheaval?
Man Flu: The silent, potentially fatal and often misunderstood scourge on men’s health (or How I learned to stop sniffling and love the Bomb)
July 12, 2013 by 11 Comments
Sean Curtain is attempting to launch more research into the male-only condition of Man Flu, and to eventually find a cure. He suggests the Golf for Man Flu weekend. Men, will you join him?
Season 2013: Down and out
July 11, 2013 by 2 Comments
Is it just me or are there towels being thrown left, right and centre in the AFL right now? It may only be the beginning of July, but I reckon the season could finish right now.
All About the Mo Baby!
July 9, 2013 by 2 Comments
Richmond have flattered to deceive so often in the past thirty seasons that there is now a distinct pattern to the disappointment. But Tom Greenaway suggests momentum is less about winning streaks and more about bouncing back immediately from adversity. And the Tigers have that chance before them.
Just me and footy
July 9, 2013 by 1 Comment
Matt Watson sits alone on the couch, wearing headphones and watching a recorded game, oblivious to the result. His thoughts drift to his childhood in Queensland and how changing priorities affect how you receive your footy fix.
Footballs for FIDA
July 8, 2013 by Leave a Comment
The FIDA (Footballers with with intellectual disabilities) footballers love playing footy but they don’t often get to train or play matches with good new footballs. Here’s your chance to help.
1.7.13
July 7, 2013 by 3 Comments
Just how much of a footyhead are you? Did you, like Darren Smith, note the date on Monday?
Reflections of an angry man after 5 days on the toilet
July 6, 2013 by 8 Comments
Craig Dodson’s had plenty of thinking time, and he’s angry. Ranging from the big targets (Malthouse, Sheeds, The Footy Show) to the small (whatever happened to long sleeve jumpers?), his top 10 rant will touch a nerve in everyone.
Essendon Drug Crisis – results announced
July 6, 2013 by 19 Comments
Neil Belford has uncovered the Outcome Management run sheet for the Essendon drug crisis. If he didn’t have it in his hand, you would assume he was just being cynical.
Almanac Art: Nice kick Jack
July 5, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Jack’s grandmother is not only filling the child care void created by school holidays, but she is also archiving her grandchildren’s “Nice Kicks”.
Middle Australia offers it advice hotline
July 5, 2013 by 1 Comment
Middle Australia offers advice for all Australians (but particularly Collingwood supporters).
New Tom Wills doco
July 4, 2013 by 1 Comment
Have a look at the trailer for the new Tom Wills video documentary. [Worth a look – Ed]
From Gospel to Black and White Minstrels
July 4, 2013 by 7 Comments
Matt Zurbo celebrates the AFL club songs. [Warning: includes Good Old Collingwood.]
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