History was made on the weekend as Fitzroy claimed its first senior flag since Fitzroy and the Fitzroy Reds merged in 2008. Rod Oaten was there to watch the game unfold and celebrate with the Roys.
VAFA Premier C Grand Final – Fitzroy v Old Geelong: A windy day at Trevor Barker Oval
September 18, 2018 by 5 Comments
Almanac Junior Footy: Wilkins Girls kicking the Heeney out of Greene (originally published in the SMH)
September 17, 2018 by 2 Comments
Crankypete points us in the direction of this piece celebrating girls’ footy in Sydney (first published in the Sydney Morning Herald). He’s one of the very proud Dads.
Finals Week 2 – Sal’s Preview: Stop Making Cents
September 14, 2018 by 3 Comments
Sal considers the form footywise, and horsewise for the coming weekend.
The Fitzroy FC Player Wrap
September 12, 2018 by 3 Comments
It’s been a great season for Fitzroy so far writes King George! III Let’s cap it off with a couple of Grand Final victories this Saturday at Trevor Barker Oval. In the lead-up, here’s his tribute to the players in 2018. [With much affection and celebration – JTH]
Almanac Junior Footy Under 12 Grand Final – Wests Bulldogs v Sherwood: Win as a team or die as individuals
September 11, 2018 by 1 Comment
At this stage of the season, there are stirring stories around the footy world. This is a ripper, as told by Sasha Lennon.
VAFA Premier C – Williamstown CYMS v Old Geelong Preview: Once in a Lifetime
September 7, 2018 by 5 Comments
The chance to play for a promotion to B Grade, or play for a premiership are opportunities that may never again present themselves claims Smokie. Saturday is a once in a lifetime situation for Williamstown CYMS to not “let the days go by” and to exhort themselves to greater things.
The Merger: a new footy film by Damian Callinan
September 5, 2018 by 3 Comments
Just released in cinemas, The Merger tells the tale of country footy’s role in bringing together new and old Australians.
“The Energiser…” by KB Hill
September 5, 2018 by Leave a Comment
He’s been all over the world with business, dropped a line in the Gulf of Carpentaria with Paddy and filled many roles at Wangaratta Rovers – all part of routine for Barry Sullivan, according to KB Hill.
Football: The space for public reason
September 3, 2018 by Leave a Comment
‘Public reason, simply, is the common ground on which a positive society can be established…A space for public reason is formed when two individuals or groups with exclusive definitions of ‘truth’ can come together and legislate based on what is mutually reasonable.’ How Australian football, its flaws acknowledged, just might be able to inform our political process, a sorely flawed entity indeed. Lots of food for thought here.
Field, Ground, Oval, Stadium.
August 31, 2018 by 8 Comments
Fitzroy play Willy CYs at Bill Lawry Oval in Northcote on Saturday. It’s timely to revisit Andy Fuller’s contemplative piece on ground, ovals, history and culture amid the backdrop of a Darebin Falcons game at Bill Lawry Oval. [Fine writing – Ed]
VAFA Premier C – Williamstown CYMS v Fitzroy: Smokie’s Second Semi-Final Preview
August 31, 2018 by 1 Comment
Smokie presents his preview of the VAFA Premier C 2nd Semi-Final.
VAFA Premier C – Williamstown CYMS v Fitzroy: Guru 360 Second Semi-Final Preview
August 31, 2018 by Leave a Comment
The Guru presents his thoughts on the big game against Fitzroy FC in VAFA Premier C 2nd Semi-Final
Almanac Junior Footy – Caulfield Bears v Dingley Under 12 Girls: A premiership story
August 29, 2018 by 7 Comments
The mighty Caulfield Bears under 12 girls’ team are NOW PREMIERS! They have gone through the season undefeated. A number of the girls will be at the launch of The Women’s Footy Almanac 2018 to join in the celebrations. This is Linda O’Keefe’s report of the Grand Final.
Darliah Killer and the Kimberly Football League (via ABC)
August 27, 2018 by 2 Comments
This short clip on a young woman from Looma in the Kimberly region of Western Australia serves as a reminder or refresher of the true power of our game.
VAFA Premier C – Fitzroy v PEGS: We had the close one
August 26, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Freeway traffic and footy. Phil Hill combines the two in this report.
VAFA Premier C – Williamstown CYMS: What We Deserve
August 24, 2018 by 3 Comments
With one round remaining in C Section, Williamstown CYMS will play Fitzroy on Saturday week for the right to ascend to B Grade. Who “deserves” it? Who “deserves” anything?
Round 22: Footy previews from Sal, plus some race tips.
August 17, 2018 by 1 Comment
All the tips and previews from Sal for this weekend of footy and racing.
VAFA Premier C – Williamstown CYMS v Fitzroy: Smokie’s preview of the big match
August 17, 2018 by 3 Comments
Boorish spectators and the wind across the Fearon can at times get to Smokie but like his beloved Willy boys, he soldiers on. Here are his thoughts for this week.
The 2018 No Zones Cup – Round Twenty One
August 17, 2018 by 3 Comments
Almanacker Earl has had one of those weeks! Here’s his story.
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