Braham Dabscheck suggests this dour Round 8 clash between Gold Coast and St Kilda could be termed a ‘bad win’ for the Saints if there is such a thing.
Round 8 – Gold Coast v St Kilda: Saints prevail over Suns in dour contest
May 9, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Round 8 – North Melbourne v Collingwood
May 9, 2021 by 5 Comments
Phil Hill loves going to watch sporting events. However, he has a pet hate, the assault and insult of the extraneous noise associated with the game as he explains. Phil also reports on the football game he watched, the North and Collingwood Round 8 match which the Pies won by three goals.
Round 8 – Melbourne v Sydney (and lots of other observations): Barry Gibb plays for Sydney
May 9, 2021 by 8 Comments
Pure genius from Old Dog. Who players look like. [So glad you stayed up through the night to write this Old Dog – JTH]
Almanac Footy: The Muse – what would happen if it was really a Grand Old Flag?
May 7, 2021 by 4 Comments
With the hopes of Demons supporters justifiably growing, Hayden Kelly shares his personal recollections of some other recent drought-breaking premierships. He also offers a distinctly Gordon St. perspective on what the celebration of a Melbourne flag might look like.
Almanac Local (Junior) Footy: Debuting for South Colac (Part 2)
May 7, 2021 by 13 Comments
Continuing the family tradition, proud dad Luke Reynolds reports on the debut of his second son, Josh, for South Colac Under 14s.
Almanac Footy: WAFL statements by Les Everett
May 6, 2021 by 1 Comment
Les Everett keeps us up to date with Round 5 of the WAFL and also shares his thoughts on the Freo/Weagles derby.
Almanac Books: The Fateful Season – Remembering the Fitzroy Lions and the Tragedy of 1996
May 6, 2021 by 8 Comments
William Westerman explains his motives for writing his book about the Fitzroy FC: ‘Merger: The Fitzroy Lions and the Tragedy of 1996’. Details for purchasing the book are provided.
Geelong’s Record Run – Round 15, 1952: St. Kilda v Geelong – Saints fade as Cats purr home
May 5, 2021 by 6 Comments
Geelong are forced to come from behind against St. Kilda. Meanwhile, the Helsinki Olympics conclude. Peter Clark’s series on Geelong’s 1952-53 record breakers continues.
Round 8 – AFL 2021 Footy Fixture: Who is your team playing this week?
May 5, 2021 by 2 Comments
Need to know who your team plays in Round 8? All the details are here.
Round 7- Collingwood v Gold Coast: From bad to worst
May 4, 2021 by 2 Comments
Spotting Brayden Maynard in the hotel bar where Danielle Hakim and her husband were staying celebrating joint birthdays was a heart pounding moment for her. Nick Maxwell at breakfast next morning brought more joy for her. Unfortunately the joy was not to last as Gold Coast wiped all the smiles from Danielle’s face. It’s been a tough time for Collingwood supporters.
Almanac (Footy) Poetry: When Tom Papley Beat The Whole World
May 4, 2021 by 7 Comments
John Harms observed a rare moment of (footy) purity from Sydney’s Tom Papley.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 7 review, Round 8 preview
May 3, 2021 by Leave a Comment
It’s becoming an all too familiar refrain for Pies fans – lack of application and execution resulted in yet another loss. Cam Hooke’s hurting too, but he has some ideas for the Kangaroos game.
Round 7 – Sal’s preview: It’s just a matter of time!
April 30, 2021 by 2 Comments
Sal Ciardulli casts his keen eye over Round 7 and presents his thoughts and predictions for the matches.
Geelong’s Record Run – Round 14, 1952: Footscray v Geelong – Menacing Dogs chase Cats
April 28, 2021 by 5 Comments
Geelong’s next challenge was a tricky encounter against Footscray at the Western Oval. Meanwhile, the Helsinki Olympics were in full swing. Peter Clark continues his series on the record-breaking Geelong team of 1952-53.
Round 6 – Essendon v Collingwood: A Massed Gathering
April 27, 2021 by 2 Comments
Sam Laffy celebrates the tradition and atmosphere of the Anzac Day clash between Collingwood and Essendon.
Round 6 – Collingwood v Essendon: The day the result of the game comes second.
April 27, 2021 by 2 Comments
The stirring sounds of the Last Post brought back memories for Caspar McLeod of walking the battlefields of Gallipoli with his family. His Bombers fought gallantly in their battle against the Pies at the MCG on Anzac Day to record a fantastic win as Caspar reports.
Round 6 – Geelong v West Coast Eagles: Early start suits the Cats
April 27, 2021 by 4 Comments
Roger Lowrey appreciates the early game start as he settles into established routines for Geelong’s match against the West Coast Eagles.
Round 6 – Collingwood v Essendon: Floreat Pica Society Anzac Day match report
April 27, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Frank Taylor presents the Floreat Pica Society’s Anzac Day 2021 match report of Collingwood’s disappointing loss to Essendon.
Almanac Teams: These go to eleven (1980-)
April 26, 2021 by 3 Comments
Rodney Boyd picks his best AFL/VFL team to wear the number 11 since 1980.
The Muse: Musings on Anzac Day
April 25, 2021 by 9 Comments
The Muse had an Abbotts Lager and mused about Anzac Day and what the brothers Smith and Hutchins from the Australian bush were fighting for.
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