Matt Zurbo gives us a hint at what he’s been doing for the last 18 months, and requests assistance.
AFL Round 1: The View From Shepparton
March 24, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Peter Schumacher gives a Wrap (again) for Round 1 and a rap to the AFL. Covers all this weeks footy news, and a few hit-outs to boot. Give us your notes on what you have seen at the end of the longest first round ever.
Ardlethan Cup 2014
March 24, 2014 by 8 Comments
Glen and his mates take the long trip to the Riverina for the Ardlethan Cup. But their loyalty is rewarded with winners.
Meeting Luke Hodge at East Coburg Cricket Club
March 24, 2014 by 4 Comments
Jackson Kane (Geelong fan) went to see Luke Hodge, with his Dad Rick (Hawthorn fan) and they were mightily impressed. Here’s Jackson’s story.
Top 100 World Cup Moments (From the Aussie P.O.V.): 83-Ray Houghton and Paul McGrath Are The Kings of New York (1994)
March 24, 2014 by 2 Comments
Dennis Gedling tells the tale of a boozer with bad knees leading Ireland to a memorable first round defeat over favourites Italy.
Murphy the star player but even better bloke
March 24, 2014 by 3 Comments
Jackson Clark pays a tribute to Robbie Murphy’s 250th game. Murphy’s class, humility and insights make him loved and respected by everyone in footy.
I am sure you have!
March 23, 2014 by 2 Comments
Inspired by Glen’s supporter stereotype article, Mick Parkes recalls a less-than-pleasant outing to Victoria Park back in the day.
Nick Riewoldt – A Champion of the Game
March 23, 2014 by 4 Comments
Riewoldt will go down in history as a true champion of the game. Jackson Clark looks at some of the reasons why and defies the doubters.
Supporter stereotypes
March 23, 2014 by 14 Comments
We all know Collingwood supporters are criminals, but what other supporter stereotypes are out there? Glen needs your help.
Top 100 World Cup Moments (From the Aussie P.O.V.): 84-Ronaldo Breaks the Goalscoring Record (2006)
March 23, 2014 by 2 Comments
Dennis Gedling remembers Ronaldo as a goal scoring genius across 3 World Cups, even if he was overweight and unfit by 2006.
AFL Round 1 – Hawthorn v Brisbane: Head of the River (and football or something)
March 22, 2014 by 6 Comments
Jonathan Sloan has been off the junk food for six months preparing for the Head of the River. His crew goes well and he feels his day will be capped off beautifully by a Lions win in Launceston.
Football linkages
March 22, 2014 by 8 Comments
Matt Watson remembers the VFL’s first night game in 1985. His brother ‘starred’ in the Little League and the love of the Kangaroos has extended across the generations.
AFL Round 1- North Melbourne v Essendon: New beginning
March 22, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Max Wiggins has had a big off season. Australian Open Tennis and trekking in the Snowy Mountains. But he got his rewards from the Bombers last night and on the tennis court today.
AFL Round 1 – North Melbourne v Essendon: First Essendon game on the outer
March 22, 2014 by 4 Comments
Joefloh is wavering. He loves his Bombers players. He hates what the club did. Watching last night’s impressive win was torture. Will he or won’t he?
Lament for supporters lost
March 22, 2014 by 9 Comments
An exquisite vignette from Nick Gibson remembering the footy with his grandfather 30 years ago at Waverley.
Going West
March 22, 2014 by 17 Comments
JohFloh (surely not a Bjelke-Petersen?) has had enough. This lifelong Bomber is sick of the hypocrisy and hubris, and is trading up to a lifetime of honest working man’s footy following the Western Bulldogs.
AFL Round 1 – North Melbourne v Essendon: Let down
March 22, 2014 by 5 Comments
Josh Barnstable, now studying in the big smoke, gets the train to see his beloved North. But they aren’t so kind to him.
New look WAFL in 2014
March 22, 2014 by 3 Comments
Les Everett previews the WAFL season that starts today. AFL club alignment means its now the East Perth Eagles and the Peel Dockers. Both are tipped for successful seasons.
Top 100 World Cup Moments (From the Aussie P.O.V.): 85-The Hand of Suarez (2010)
March 22, 2014 by 2 Comments
Dennis Gedling tells the tale of Africans ‘bottling it’ and South American ruthlessness triumphing in a tense Quarter Final in 2010.
Rivalry (to the tune of ‘Yesterday’)
March 21, 2014 by 2 Comments
Dave Goodwin suggests his Hawks have plenty of payback waiting for the Swans and Buddy (who’s he? – Ed)
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