Jeff Dowsing’s little ditty on the state of footy (with apologies to Billy Joel).
Yabber (from the cheap seats)
May 3, 2013 by 1 Comment
Trucker Slim has turned himself into Yabber (from the cheap seats). Here he uses statistical theory (as practised in licensed premises) on free kicks, the spudliness of Firrito in comparison to the warriorness of Buddy, and the descent of North supporters into a circa-90s Geelong malaise. And finishes with some thoughts on the paradox of sleep.
It must be hard to be a racist these days
May 3, 2013 by 2 Comments
How can a supporter of one team praise the efforts of one group of players (Rioli, Hill and Franklin) and in the next breath, damn those of another (Wells, Thomas and Daw).
AFL Ground Sizes
May 3, 2013 by 8 Comments
The argument for ground uniformity is a silly one. Whilst others will whine and complain that an extra few meters can give one team or another an unfair advantage, we need to value the uniqueness of each of the grounds and the teams that play there.
Caveat emptor
May 2, 2013 by 6 Comments
John Kingsmill says early season form and injuries suggest Adelaide’s season should be written off, but if you look a little deeper…
How to Watch Footy, part 7
May 2, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Watching the footy – an everyman’s guide, by Vin Maskell.
The 2013 ‘Mopsy’ Fraser Cup – Round Five
May 2, 2013 by 4 Comments
History was writ anew this round, with the first AFL premiership match played outside of Australia. A few posters were kicked, the first two by opposing captains. Remember that, your grandchildren will be asking you about it.
AFL Round 5: The View from Shepparton
May 1, 2013 by 4 Comments
The View from Shepparton is bleak following the local cannery’s decision to slash its local pear and peach intake, says Peter Schumacher.
The goal is to get it right
April 30, 2013 by 3 Comments
Gola umpires now must get it right all the time. There are no excuses, because goal umpires are the only umpires backed up by a review system, writes Matt Watson.
Ten random, frustrating, useless yet altogether important questions from the world of sport and music
April 29, 2013 by 5 Comments
The first few rounds of AFL, the pending Ashes tests and other observations from the sporting and music landscape have provoked a series of questions that I hope Almanac readers have answers to.
Friday: Kick to Kick with The Footy Almanac
April 29, 2013 by 18 Comments
The Footy Almanac has started its monthly kick to kick sessions – now in two brilliant locations. All welcome.
Worlds colliding
April 28, 2013 by 5 Comments
As much as Mathilde de Hauteclocque tries to quarantine solo space in this world, she rarely gets the chance to do anything cocooned from colliding worlds. Is it time to let them call the shots?
WAFL – Round 7: Sharks take out the ANZAC derby
April 28, 2013 by 1 Comment
South Fremantle have still to win a game in 2013 despite a plucky effort in the Anzac Day derby at Fremantle Oval.
How to Watch Footy, Part 6
April 27, 2013 by 5 Comments
Vin Maskell explains another way of experiencing the great game – this time on ANZAC Day
Lunch with Ian Morrison
April 26, 2013 by 11 Comments
Bill Ellis and a motley crew spent the day with former Footscray player Ian “Morro” Morrison. His insights into the club and the events leading up to the 1974 preliminary final were mesmerizing.
Put down the poison pen
April 26, 2013 by 1 Comment
Melbourne ruined the stories and headlines of many journalists by winning their game against the Giants. Matt Watson wonders if Neeld can get a little breathing space.
Australia’s International Game
April 26, 2013 by 1 Comment
As the first ever Sudanese born player, Majak joins the list of 142 VFL/AFL senior players to be born outside of Australia. Jake ‘Cobba’ Stevens looks at the international recruitment zone.
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