Whilst much of the pre-game talk had focused on the comeback of the opposition’s gun forward and former coach, Fergus Watts, the Blacks had one of their own returning from a hiatus – water-carrier Phil.
Local footy – maple flavoured
June 19, 2013 by 2 Comments
How did Ontario, of all places, come to field one of the strongest regular leagues outside Australia? Rob Chanter takes advantage of the bye to check out what’s on offer in his local Canadian Aussie rules league. And it’s quite the mix.
WAFL – Round 13: Swans sour Subi celebrations
June 19, 2013 by Leave a Comment
It was meant to be Subiaco’s party, but Swan Districts was having none of it. Les Everett saw some good footy this week in the WAFL.
VAFA: Melbourne Uni Blacks v Old Scotch
June 19, 2013 by Leave a Comment
The Black Hack reports on Melbourne Uni Blacks’ Round 9 matches.
How to Watch Footy (part 14): Crutches
June 18, 2013 by 2 Comments
Football’s a crutch, writes Vin Maskell.
Local footy: The sad story so far
June 13, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Brothers AFC in the Queensland Capricornia competition may be 0 for 7 this season, but it isn’t for lack of application. Loyal club servant Mick Jeffrey rues missed opportunities and reflects on life in the local league with all its many responsibilities.
How to Watch Footy, part 13: The Queen’s decree
June 11, 2013 by 1 Comment
When did the Queen decree that there be no local footy in much of Melbourne over her birthday weekend? Vin Maskell hops on his bike and goes searching for some action.
Old Dog’s Footy Team of the Century (On-ballers, interchange and coach)
June 6, 2013 by 26 Comments
Matt Zurbo (who has played over 500 games of local footy) has picked his Team of the Century of blokes who haven’t had a run in the AFL. He invites you to nominate a few champions you know, have played with, have seen. Today he’s after ruckmen, ruck rovers, rovers, a coach (and he’s nominated a few on his bench as well).
How to Watch Footy, part 12
June 5, 2013 by 1 Comment
Vin Maskell is operating the scoreboard at a good old-fashioned VFA showdown. But the view from the top of the grandstand is of more than just the clashing jumpers.
Rick Davies in Yorke Valley FL Premiership Glory
June 5, 2013 by 6 Comments
With Rick Davies entry into the Hall of Fame, Peter Argent remembers his unlikely mid-career role in a South Australian country league premiership.
How to Watch Footy (part 11): Seconds, guests and postcodes
May 31, 2013 by 3 Comments
The new Bendigo Gold club, replacing the Bendigo Bombers, is struggling, as is Vin Maskell, charged with the responsibility of manning an electronic scoreboard with a life of its own.
VAFA Premier B – Werribee v Fitzroy: Way Out West
May 27, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Phil Hill travels as far west as Werribee to watch his Roy Boys pull off their first win of the year.
WAFL – Round 9: Bulldogs at last
May 19, 2013 by Leave a Comment
A brilliant first half at home set up South Fremantle’s first win of the WAFL season but there was a customary fade before victory.
How to Watch Footy, part 9: Homegrounds and donuts
May 16, 2013 by 2 Comments
How is Vin Maskell expected to stay the distance without an adequate supply of Blue and Gold donuts?
WAFL topples VFL
May 14, 2013 by 2 Comments
AFL scheduling meant the State of Origin clash was always going to struggle to attract a crowd, which was a pity because a great game deserved more.
St Mary’s FC: The Green Machine
May 13, 2013 by 2 Comments
The achievements of the Saints sides in previous decades have set a tough precedent for the current teams to follow, writes Jackson Clark.
WAFL – Round 8: Slick, Dick show in Falcon Shark shootout
May 6, 2013 by Leave a Comment
IT was the kind of game coaches hate and spectators love at East Fremantle Oval. The Sharks and Falcons kicked 45.11 between them confusing all sorts of arguments about negative footy and how modern players can’t kick for goal.
VAFA: Fitzroy at Glenhuntley
May 5, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Fitzroy fan Phill Hill is discontented. This B grade is our winter of discontent. Last year was a “glorious summer”.
How to Watch Footy, part 7
May 2, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Watching the footy – an everyman’s guide, by Vin Maskell.
Recent Comments