How does Number 49 stack up for Rodney Boyd’s sides? Perhaps better than some of the lower numbers!
Almanac Footy: Umpire state of mind – A sit-down with Brendan Hosking
November 23, 2022 by 5 Comments
Brendan Hosking, the AFL field-umpire, is interviewed by Joe Sexton providing an enlightening insight into the life of an umpire.
Almanac Teams: Krakouer Jack; Obscure 48s (1980- )
November 21, 2022 by 2 Comments
Rodney Boyd has come up with even more players, some obscure, who have donned the number 48 Guernsey for their club
Almanac Footy: President of the AFLFA steps down
November 17, 2022 by Leave a Comment
A longtime friend of the Almanac, Cheryl Critchley, is stepping down from her role as President of the AFL Fans Association. This morning we received this media release below where Cheryl marks her departure and reflects on her work at the AFLFA. Best of the luck for the future, Cheryl! … [Read more]
‘The Red Bull…’ by KB Hill
November 17, 2022 by 1 Comment
Lionel Ryan was known as ‘The Red Bull’ for good reason. KB Hill remembers an iconic figure from the Yarrawonga Pigeons.
Footy Park benches spotted in Coober Pedy
November 14, 2022 by 5 Comments
The (in)famous South Australian venue Footy Park ceased to play an active role in the AFL after 2013, but as Mickey Randall discovered in Coober Pedy recently, the echoes of the past spread far and wide!
Almanac Teams: What Broughton the tale of the Tape?; Best of 48 (1980- )
November 14, 2022 by 2 Comments
The Best of Number 48 side from Rodney Boyd contains a few stars, but the real surprise was the total games played by the candidates for the lineup.
Almanac Footy: The Boy Who Couldn’t Stop Dreaming
November 11, 2022 by 5 Comments
Dennis Gedling relives his early days as a Cats supporter, and his recent joy watching Geelong at the ‘G’ win the 2022 premiership.
‘Age is no barrier to Smoky’…by KB Hill
November 10, 2022 by 1 Comment
KB Hill caught up with Greg ‘Smoky’ Hogan to yarn about his decorated career in the Ovens and King League.
Almanac Teams: Crow flown the Koop; Obscure 47s (1980- )
November 7, 2022 by Leave a Comment
The second Number 47 side from Rodney Boyd features some sharpshooters, cult figures and current players, all with interesting stories.
The Keilor Sports Club: ‘The Country Club in the City’ (Part 2)
November 7, 2022 by 1 Comment
Nick Marshall continues his series on the Keilor Sports Club. He looks at some of the great families who have contributed for generations.
Almanac Footy: A photo spread from Old Dog’s 40th season of footy
November 3, 2022 by 5 Comments
Old Dog completed his 40th season of playing footy in 2022. Some photos taken throughout the season record his remarkable and memorable feat. [Ed: Well done Old Dog! – Togging up in 2023?]
‘A salute to J.A., the sporting showman…” by KB Hill
November 3, 2022 by 1 Comment
KB Hill recalls the distinguished career of Wangaratta-born John Brady, a larger than life character who captained North Melbourne for several years before seeing his playing days out in country footy.
Almanac Teams: The Wright stuff or an Ace up the sleeve? Best of 47 (1980- )
October 31, 2022 by 4 Comments
Rodney Boyd has his toughest task yet to select a best-of side for Number 47. A real team of underdogs compared to some of the others packed with superstars…but yet it’s not all doom and gloom.
Almanac (International) Footy: Diversity on show – Profiles from the 2022 AFL Asian Championships
October 27, 2022 by 2 Comments
Rob Spurr reports on the recently held 2022 AFL Asian Championships held in Bangkok. As a tournament, it just keeps getting bigger and bigger!
Almanac Tribute: Vale Gillian Hibbins
October 26, 2022 by 1 Comment
Roy Hay pays tribute to his friend, historian and scholar, Gillian Hibbins, who died earlier this month.
Almanac Teams: From Push Ups to Lay Ups; Obscure 46s (1980- )
October 24, 2022 by Leave a Comment
The follow up to the best of Number 46 side from Rodney Boyd contains some (literal) high flyers, sons of guns and a cricket/media icon.
Almanac Footy: A Grand Final Reflection
October 20, 2022 by 5 Comments
Dips wrestles with his emotions of elation and euphoria by trying to translate it into words of why attending the 2022 Grand final was one of the most memorable experiences he has ever had compared to previous Grand Finals
Almanac Trivia: Citrus Bob’s Knackers Trivia Quiz
October 18, 2022 by 12 Comments
Citrus Bob Utber will have you scratching your head with his Knackers Trivia Quiz.
Recent Comments