Matt Watson reviews the Heavyweight ‘Contest’ between Klitschko and Leapai.
Top 100 World Cup Moments (From the Aussie P.O.V.): 44-The First Time Mark Schwarzer Was a Socceroo Hero (1993)
May 1, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Mark Schwarzer is an legend of Australian Soccer. Dennis reflects on his debt game for the Socceroos that helped thrust him into the spotlight. [Includes a cracking photo – Ed]
ANZAC Day in Brisvegas
May 1, 2014 by 2 Comments
Anzac Day in Brisvagas was 28 degrees. Qldpies35 spent 10 hours inside, but had one hell of an enjoyable day.
Almanac Podcast – Episode 3
May 1, 2014 by 4 Comments
It’s ‘Bring Your Bosses to Work Day’ at the Almanac Podcast as John Harms and Ned Wilson join Litza, Matty Q and Stone Cold Steve Baker for this week’s pod.
AFL Round 6 – Richmond v Hawthorn: Hoodoo Shmoodoo
May 1, 2014 by 1 Comment
Aussie80s reports on a morning spent researching the history of Box Hill, followed by an afternoon watching Cyril put in a performance that may catch a historian’s eye in years to come (presuming they can bear standard definition)
Chardys v Smithfield
May 1, 2014 by 20 Comments
As the grey clouds descended on Park 10, the Chards assembled for what would be the last game before a week’s break and the half way point of the season. A win would see them move into first position on the ladder; the opponent Smithfield boasted a percentage of 7% for the year to date. [Read more]
The Allrounder
May 1, 2014 by 1 Comment
Bruce Berglund is an American academic, writer and broadcaster who discovered The Almanac a few years ago. He has developed his own sportswriting site The Allrounder and invites you to contribute and participate.
AFL Round 6 – Essendon v Collingwood: Lest We Forget ANZAC Day 2014
May 1, 2014 by 2 Comments
Sam keeps an eye on the Bombers from afar. [Oh to be free as a bird in Europe again – Ed]
Progressive Hawks Lunch
May 1, 2014 by 2 Comments
The Progressive Hawks lunch is on tomorrow (May 2). Rick Kane is taking bookings.
The Rainbow Quest
April 30, 2014 by 2 Comments
Stephen Whiteside’s poetic tribute to the late Pete Seeger.
AFL Round 6 – The 2014 ‘Mopsy’ Fraser Cup: We’re Screwed
April 30, 2014 by 1 Comment
Earl O’Neil had a frustrating weekend. Eagles, Bulldogs and Tigers fans would have gladly swapped places with him.
Top 100 World Cup Moments (From the Aussie P.O.V.): 45-Peru Lay Down for Argentina (1978)
April 30, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Argentina host the Soccer World Cup for the first time in 1978, while the country is under military rule. A questionable win over Peru sees the hosts proceed to, and win, the final reports Dennis Gedling.
In search of Prince Alfred College footballers
April 30, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Tony Aldous is trying to put together a list of former Prince Alfred College footballers who went on to play in any of the State leagues around Australia. Can anyone help?
Confessions of a Smart Arse – My Brilliant (Game Show) Career: Episode 3 – (C)Rockwiz – Spare Us The Cutter
April 30, 2014 by 10 Comments
Twenty five years after his last TV appearance, Swish Schwerdt is back for more, this time for the whole world to see (or at least those with internet access). If you are called a freakazoid at the Espy but it doesn’t make it on screen, did it really happen?
FIDA Seagulls notch second win
April 30, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Vin Maskell reports on the weekend’s fixtures in the Football Integration Development Association. Williamstown Seagulls hosted North Ballarat and Kananook hosted Wyndham Tigers.
AFL Round 4 – Sydney v North Melbourne: Minimum chips
April 30, 2014 by 1 Comment
A birthday treat for Joe Moore, travelling to Sydney to watch his Swans. The Enemy were too good but there were consolations.
Top 100 World Cup Moments (From the Aussie P.O.V.): 46-Roger Milla and the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon (1990)
April 30, 2014 by Leave a Comment
In 1990, Cameroon toppled Argentina and almost did the same to England. The world was also introduced to Roger Milla – a man who had a tendency to make love to the corner flag.
Dear Carlton
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Barb Smith has broken up with Carlton and headed to France. She’s been peeking though.
Australian Dreaming
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Stephen Whiteside shares his winning poem from the Sydney Bush Music Club “Song, Tune and Poetry Competition.”
Top 100 World Cup Moments (From the Aussie P.O.V.): 47-Brazil Go Back-to-Back (1962)
April 29, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Pluga the Pig needed a Darren Holmes tackle, but it was England’s Jimmy Greaves on all fours who captured a stray dog in the 1962 World Cup. Held in earthquake ridden Chile, that country bravely banded together to put on the biggest show on earth.
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