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.
How to Watch Footy, part 5
April 23, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Vin Maskell is in his element this week – in charge of the scoreboard during the traditional Werribee-Williamstown clash. Bliss.
The Wrap – Round 4: Cats get the cream
April 22, 2013 by 4 Comments
Last week it was Black Caviar, this week it’s The Black Cats; they too took on the cream of Sydney Town and showed them that they can do it running amok.
Succulents, Bromeliads, Camellias and Old Trinty
April 21, 2013 by 1 Comment
Phil Hill delivers the exotics before heading to Brunswick St Oval for the Roys’ first home game of the B Section season.
University Blues presents Uni Derby ANZAC Eve dinner
April 21, 2013 by 2 Comments
Esteemed Knackers Paul Daffey and John Harms will speak at the University Blues Uni Derby ANZAC Eve Dinner this Wednesday, April 24.
Fred Wooller – Part 2: Premierships and Teammates
April 19, 2013 by 8 Comments
In this second part of Old Dog’s interview with Fred Wooller he hears of Polly, Bobby and the 1963 Grand Final victory.
Fred Wooller – Part 1: Bowling Alleys and not so Sleepy Hollows
April 19, 2013 by 7 Comments
Matt Zurbo with the first part of his chat with Geelong premiership skipper Fred Wooller. (Note the unlikely reference to ten-pin bowling.)
Will Mark Neeld feel the love?
April 19, 2013 by Leave a Comment
James Hird certainly felt the love from his players after last week’s game. Simon Dix-Draper wonders if the Melbourne players will rally around Mark Neeld this weekend.
Comebacks and the Premiership Quarter
April 18, 2013 by 8 Comments
Should the third quarter still be referred to as the “premiership quarter” in the modern game? Does winning this quarter provide the momentum to win a game? Jake “Cobba” Stevens investigates.
A Baker’s 50
April 18, 2013 by 4 Comments
Dips and a Bonza Bunch of Bastards hit Kangaroo Ground for a 50th birthday party on Saturday night.
The Commentary Box: Melbourne’s Mangled Metaphors
Whilst the Round 2 loss by the Demons against the Dons opened the floodgates to Pandora’s box of worms for the MFC, hidden out of view amongst the commentary that evening were a few gems of mangled language that deserve a second repeating.