Round 2 reports from our merry band.
The Last Word on Andrew Demetriou
March 4, 2014 by 3 Comments
Steve Alomes has sent us an extract, analysing the approach of Andrew Demetriou, from his recent book.
I Tipped This AFL tipping competition: great value, great prizes – $10,000 up for grabs
March 4, 2014 by 2 Comments
Tipsters This is a fantastic tipping comp – with ripper prizes. $10,000 to the winner, in a small field. The odds are very good, comparatively . And you are never out of it. There are competitions within competitions and prizes galore. Here’s how it works: You can tip in the traditional/conventional manner – straight out. You [Read more]
Crio’s Q: checking the screen
March 3, 2014 by 4 Comments
Two part question this week. Crio is looking for examples of sportspeople checking themselves out on the big screen. And of moments when screenshots would have been instructive (think ’79 Grand Final).
Farewell Andy D
March 3, 2014 by 8 Comments
Peter Baulderstone channels Aunty Jack to farewell the Great Helmsman. Please add your own tribute.
NTFL – Finals Week 2: Wrap Up
March 3, 2014 by 1 Comment
Jackson Clark reports on the two NTFL semi finals and suggests the Grand Final is likely to be an absolute beauty in two weeks time, assuming the Eagles get through the prelim to play St Mary’s again.
Almanac Rugby League – The Rugby League Almanac 2013 online: Round 1
March 2, 2014 by 3 Comments
Re-live the opening games of the 2013 NRL season with these yarns from our rugby league writers.
Little Decisions Are The Kind I Can Make
March 2, 2014 by 15 Comments
‘Swish’ Schwerdt sets the popular culture test from heaven. Or hell? Our call centre is waiting to take your answers.
Third Test – Day 1: Cape of Good Hope
March 2, 2014 by 8 Comments
Vintage ERegnans/DWilson. Captures a little of the first day (night?) of the Test, and much of what is important in life. Poetry in motion.
Third Test – Day 1: Thoughts on Cape Town
March 2, 2014 by 3 Comments
Brendan McArdle reports on a day of superb Test cricket; a day which the Australian skipper will remember for a long time.
Poetry: Sulphur Creek
March 1, 2014 by 3 Comments
Ian Bland brings tears to grown men’s eyes with this epic poem about the Grand Final at Sulphur Creek.
Earlier…
March 1, 2014 by 4 Comments
Old Dog and friend are having a kick at Princes Park as the northerly picks up.
In Praise of the Polo (Shirt that is)
March 1, 2014 by 9 Comments
‘Swish’ Schwerdt has a wardrobe full of hardly worn polo shirts. Can the Adelaide Crows latest membership offer add to the moth sustenance?
Welcoming Ned Wilson
February 28, 2014 by 22 Comments
Ned Wilson has joined the Almanac team as general manager. He has perfect credentials, as this short profile explains.
Was the Dogs’ 97 PF loss the ‘butterfly effect’ in the 09 failure?
February 28, 2014 by 10 Comments
Look away now if you are a Bulldogs supporter. Kerrie Soraghan revisits the 97 and 09 preliminary finals at length. To be fair, this is an attempt at exorcism more than self flagellation.
Cricketing Milestone on Saturday
February 28, 2014 by 24 Comments
Where is the biggest cricket match this week? You get the Alan Davies fool’s buzzer if you said Capetown. Its Terang where Almanac stalwart Luke Reynolds lines up for his 300th go round with Pomborneit CC.
Rebels mark two opt for substance over stardust
February 28, 2014 by 3 Comments
Tim Ladhams thinks the Melbourne Rebels rugby union franchise have chosen substance over style this season, and will be all the better for it.
NTFL – Finals Week 2: Preview
February 28, 2014 by 1 Comment
Jackson Clark looks at semi-final weekend in the Top End.
The Calvary Open-Hearted Rehabilitation Stakes
February 28, 2014 by 4 Comments
John Kingsmill, writer, designer, graphic artist and a tower of strength (often behind the scenes) to the whole Almanac thingo had some (major) running repairs on his heart last week. I am happy to say that this typical JK email has been penned to convey the message that things are on the improve.
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