Keiran Croker on the birth of new family members and teething problems for the young goslings in red and white as they fell agonisingly short to Fremantle.
Adam Goodes: Our Graceful Swan
July 19, 2019 by 19 Comments
Joe Moore articulates his feelings for Adam Goodes in a most heartfelt, intelligent and profound manner. [Wonderful read Joe: Ed]
Round 16 – Essendon v Sydney: Memory and perspective
July 8, 2019 by 4 Comments
Mathilde de Hauteclocque takes a moment to look back, within and outwards at her team, her city, her memories large and small… A perspective on which she gained through her friendship with an artist and colleague of Koori heritage; she reflects on this during NAIDOC Week.
Round 16 – Essendon v Sydney: A rare loss to Essendon
July 8, 2019 by 6 Comments
A circumspect Jan Courtin reports after her Swannies suffered a rare defeat at the hands of the Bombers.
Almanac Footy History – Supporters’ Tribute to a Bloods Legend
June 18, 2019 by 4 Comments
Swans tragic, Jan Courtin relives a special day with Peter Bedford, as supporters pay tribute to a Swans great.
Round 6 – Sydney v GWS: Optimistic outlook
April 30, 2019 by 3 Comments
The home ground disadvantage continued for Mathilde de Hauteclocque’s Swans, but amid the rubble there is always time to stop and smell the camellias.
Round 6 – Sydney v GWS: “Why do you bother?”
April 30, 2019 by 11 Comments
Jan Courtin ventures up the highway from her new home of Melbourne to the SCG. When asked “Why do you bother?” supporting the Swans in the lowest times, she knows that as a die-hard fan win, lose or draw; it’s worth it.
Round 5 – Richmond v Sydney: Go the Mighty Bloods – I love you, win or lose!
April 23, 2019 by 10 Comments
Jan Courtin is a magnificent supporter – so much Swans love in her heart as is evident in this report of their match against Richmond.
AFL Round 4 – Sydney v Melbourne: Watching our J-Mac
April 16, 2019 by 2 Comments
Former Banyule and Marcellin player Justin McInerny made his debut for Sydney on Thursday night. Sean Mortell watched on excitingly with his Banyule teammates as J-Mac’s Swans suffered a dire defeat.
Round 4 – Sydney v Melbourne: Hopeful trip to the SCG
April 15, 2019 by 3 Comments
Craig Dodson and Mrs. D take their young boys on an adventure to their first game of the SCG with high hopes and reminiscing about the days of footy in 1987.
Round 3 – Carlton v Sydney: Favourite Sons
April 8, 2019 by 4 Comments
Joe Moore has been lucky enough to have not one but two “favourite sons” with the recent arrival of George to his family. Prodigal performances from his Swans have been lacking in recent weeks, but with a victory over Carlton getting 2019 back on track, he is reminded of past favourite sons of the Bloods.
Round 3 – Carlton v Sydney Swans: A footy win is a tonic
April 7, 2019 by 3 Comments
Reflecting upon her road travelled to the Harbour City, Jan Courtin prepares for her return to Melbourne, but not before watching her Swans score a desparately needed win against an improving Carlton.
Sydney Swans Season Preview 2019 – Misunderstood
March 22, 2019 by 3 Comments
Joe Moore analyses the prospects for the Sydney Swans in the 2019 AFL Season. Will they be up there once again as a top side or are they on the slide?
AFL 1998 – Twenty Years On: Sydney Swans (5th)
September 21, 2018 by 3 Comments
Sydney was still part of the top flight in 1998. Which of these faces are household names at your place?
The Odd Friday Lunch – Friday 21 September: Silvio Foschini
September 14, 2018 by Leave a Comment
The next Odd Friday Lunch features Silvio Foschini enlightening all with stories of his footy career especially how he forced rules changes with his case of Restraint of Trade against the then VFL.
Finals Week 1 – Sydney v GWS: Spring buds not yet ready to burst
September 11, 2018 by 2 Comments
‘Sometimes the signs of spring arrive pre-emptively but it’s not yet time to burst. The Swans have had that kind of season.’ Mathilde de Hauteclocque wraps up the elimination final that saw her Swans bow out of premiership contention.
The Red and The White – AJ is back
August 2, 2018 by 3 Comments
‘I started writing this piece earlier in the week about where the Swans were at this year and beyond. However the news of the amazing return of 2012 Premiership player Alex Johnson after nearly 6 years out changes the discussion.’ Keiran Croker on all things Swans and AJ’s inspiring return.
A Message to All Swans Supporters Out There: Stay Positive
July 31, 2018 by 6 Comments
Daniel Saunders urges fellow Swans to keep the faith in a message filled with strategy, intensity, and unbridled passion.
Round 7 – Sydney v North Melbourne: Just My Luck!
May 8, 2018 by 1 Comment
Daniel Saunders thought it was his lucky night when a prior engagement wrapped up early and he could make it to the game in Sydney, if only he knew what he and his Swans were in for!
The Red and the White: Plan B.
April 26, 2018 by 3 Comments
The latest hot Swans topics in the Red and the White, the Almanac’s Swans Forum.
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