Covid chaos? Not so, says Wippet, as he illustrates how the mass exodus of AFL teams to Victoria may actually be a blessing in disguise for the (rightful) resumption of the VFL competition.
Geelong’s Record Run – Round 2, 1953: Footscray v Geelong – a blue and white blizzard.
June 30, 2021 by 2 Comments
Geelong dominated an undermanned Footscray to consolidate a flying start to the 1953 season. Peter Clark continues his series on Geelong’s undefeated run.
Round 16 – AFL 2021 Footy Fixture: Who, where, and when
June 30, 2021 by Leave a Comment
The AFL 2021 Footy Fixture for Round 16 is available and updated with changes made due to Covid 19. Find out where, when, and who your team plays this round.
Jake Lever Leaving
June 29, 2021 by 4 Comments
‘Jake Lever Leaving’, a poem from Damian Balassone, reflects the despair when a favourite footballer leaves the club.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 15 Review and Round 16 Preview
June 29, 2021 by 1 Comment
Cam Hooke is very disappointed with Collingwood’s loss against the Dockers but is confident they can atone for themselves in their Round 16 match against St Kilda.
The Merger Trilogy: A Man Walked Into a Bar
June 28, 2021 by 5 Comments
It was 25 years ago that one of the most significant and earth-shaking events in the VFL/AFL’s 124 year history took place. William Westerman (author of ‘Merger’) has a three-part series on the machinations around Fitzroy’s path from proud original club to subject of administration and economic rationalisation. This is the first part of the trilogy.
Almanac Teams: Fifteen love (1980- )
June 28, 2021 by 2 Comments
For the second number running, there is leadership in spades for Rodney Boyd’s side with a singular talent relied upon to control the forward line. Who would win a clash between the Number 14 and 15 sides?
Round 15 – Brisbane v Geelong: Cats could learn from the Black Caps
June 26, 2021 by 2 Comments
Citrus Bob Utber thought he was heading for a heart attack watching Geelong’s woeful performance in their Round 15 match against Brisbane.
Winning in Wyche – Part 3: Pressure unearths diamonds
June 24, 2021 by Leave a Comment
It’s 1969. Despite some injury woes, Wycheproof-Narraport have put together a handy Under 16 footy team. However, the League seems to have a wealth of talented young players across some very good junior sides. Sean Mortell gives us the next installment of a memorable season up the bush.
Almanac Footy Opinion: It’s time…for a Tassie team in the AFL
June 24, 2021 by 13 Comments
In this piece (first published at The Conversation),Tim Harcourt argues the case for a Tasmanian football team to join the AFL.
Almanac Footy Writing: Continuing the umpiring debate…
June 23, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Nothing in the AFL is as contentious as the decisions made by the men in green. Stainless jumps into the umpiring debate.
Almanac Footy – WAFL: Ins and outs, winners and losers
June 23, 2021 by 2 Comments
Les Everett reports on last weekend’s WAFL action and gets behind the lens as well.
Round 15 – AFL 2021 Footy Fixture: Who, where and when?
June 23, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Some cracking games coming up in Round 15. For details where, when and who your team is playing, check out our fixture.
Geelong’s Record Run – Round 1, 1953: Geelong v Hawthorn – a new season begins.
June 23, 2021 by 1 Comment
Geelong opened the new season with a huge win against Hawthorn at KardiniaPark. Peter Clark continues his series on Geelong’s record undefeated run.
Almanac (Footy) Poetry: ‘Opportunity’ – Bill Wootton
June 22, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Bill Wootton’s footy poem ‘Opportunity’ reflects a split second decision that should have won Collingwood the Anzac Day clash against Essendon in 1995.
Round 14 – Gold Coast v Port Adelaide: The Power return to winning ways and Yeppoon Swans just keep winning
June 20, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Nick Kossatch reports on Port Adelaide’s big win over Gold Coast suggesting the Power should be more ruthless by absolutely smashing a hapless opposition rather than be contented with a good win.
Almanac Footy Writing: Carpe Diem Fages…A Teacher’s Teacher
June 19, 2021 by 6 Comments
Chris Fagan coaches his one hundredth game today (June 19). Teacher-writer Shane Reid pays tribute to the warm-hearted teacher-coach, and argues that Fagan’s a natural teacher who wants the best for other people, especially his players and everyone at the Lions. [Super anecdote demonstrates the point – Ed]
Almanac Footy: “If you don’t mind umpire, that was only 14.5 metres!!’
June 19, 2021 by 7 Comments
Contentious umpiring decisions cause frustration and confusion for footy supporters everywhere. ‘We was robbed!’ is a plaintive cry in closely fought games. John Gordon steps into the debate.
Almanac (Jail) Footy: Why there were few fights in jailyard footy
June 19, 2021 by 5 Comments
Sports journalist Ron Reed recalls social footy matches in the 70s against teams from Pentridge and other prisons.
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