The humble box has come under scrutiny in the last 24 hours – since Mickey Randall purchased a new one for a forthcoming return to cricket. What are the different terms used for a ‘box’? And, ni this piece, John Harms has included videos of the most famous cricket box incident in history – featuring David Bumble Lloyd.
Almanac Cricket (Terminology): What is the correct name for the box/protector/cup?
February 22, 2019 by 16 Comments
Sarah’s Big Swim – Part 1: This is Sarah
February 18, 2019 by 10 Comments
Sarah’s Big Swim is one of THE sporting events of 2019. John Harms explains. [That would be Sarah Wapling – Ed]
Almanac Weather: Please explain
January 25, 2019 by 16 Comments
John Harms is fascinated by weather. He’s watched closely for over half a century. He’s puzzled.
Almanac Summer: Simple Lethargic Motion
January 17, 2019 by 22 Comments
John Harms writes of summer heat in Oakey, Greek cafes and Physics.
Almanac Music (and AFL premierships): ‘Eagle Rock’ and the origin of The Down Trou
September 30, 2018 by 16 Comments
Given the West Coast’s victory, we’re thinking the state of WA should celebrate with a choreographed and coordinated Down Trou. Or a whole year of it – every time the opening riff is heard. This is something about its elusive origins written by an ardent Pies fan Lord Malcaster:
The Down Trou has become world famous. Lord Mulcaster remembers its Union College origins. He was reminded of those grand days recently when he was at a Union College re-Union Ball at City Hall in Brisbane. When that riff plays, there is only one thing to do…
When Travis saved the world
September 8, 2018 by 17 Comments
John Harms has always loved Travis Varcoe. This piece was published in 2011.
Revisiting a cricket rant from Feb, 2011 – has anything changed?
June 24, 2018 by 43 Comments
This piece, about the state of cricket and the approach of Cricket Australia, which critiques the hyper-commercialisation of the game, was published in February, 2011.
It’s interesting to read now, given the escalation of T20 cricket, and also what has transpired in recent months, and the public’s response. It would be interesting to read John Harms’s view of cricket now, and also of the AFL (given his concluding comments way back then).
Remembering J. Neville Turner
May 6, 2018 by 6 Comments
John Harms went to J Neville Turner’s funeral on Thursday, prompting a few memories and this tribute (which includes a description of Neville’s tennis serve).
Round 1 – Melbourne v Geelong: Ambitious
March 29, 2018 by 11 Comments
John Harms tells the story of a social afternoon which featured a footy match at the MCG between Geelong and Melbourne.
Almanac Rugby League – Roy Masters and a coach’s attire
March 11, 2018 by 2 Comments
Roy Masters in 1980 – with his boys at Wests. [Classic – thanks to Tim Berry]
Danga’s got the gout: welcoming new sponsor Kate Burke and Think Agri
March 9, 2018 by 1 Comment
Kate Burke loves all the good stuff. She is also a highly-credentialed and respected farming consultant.
South Africa v Australia – First Test, Durban: Thoughts and comments?
March 4, 2018 by 31 Comments
The First Test between South Africa and Australia started last night at Kingsmead, Durban. John Harms has a few thoughts. Check out the comments thread.
An Olympic Park Memory
February 19, 2018 by 5 Comments
John Harms remembers Little Athletics and Olympic Park in Melbourne.
Memoir: Facing Michael Kasprowicz
November 4, 2017 by 13 Comments
John Harms has faced a Test bowler at a Test venue, and lived to tell the tale. Just. He was put into this situation because he paid insufficient respect to the top opening bowler.
Almanac Milestone: 4,998,443 at 11.30am Thursday
October 26, 2017 by 20 Comments
The Almanac is approaching a milestone. Find out more here.
Almanac Sports History: John Carlos and Mexico City 1968. (From Democracy Now)
October 20, 2017 by 2 Comments
Recently Democracy Now interviewed John Carlos (1968 Mexico City podium salute) and sports writer Dave Kirin.
Introducing KB Hill: father, sportsman, writer.
September 21, 2017 by 6 Comments
John Harms met KB Hill at his 70th birthday, and this is KB Hill’s first piece for the Almanac.
Almanac Rugby League – Ipswich Rugby League: Goodna RLFC are premiers (again) and Ted and Tracey and TC and crew are still celebrating
September 20, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Goodna are premiers which makes TC’s version of the Goodna song timely – and popular. Take it away TC.
Round 17 – Geelong v Hawthorn: The sins of their father
September 1, 2017 by 13 Comments
Patrick Dangerfield turned back time on Saturday afternoon. John Harms felt he was a kid again.
Round 20 (2009) – Essendon v St Kilda: A fine son
August 10, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Jobe Watson will retire at the end of the season. He won the Brownlow in 2012, but for a long time he was heavily criticised. We re-visit John Harms’s story about a 2009 match between Essendon and St Kilda.
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