Was one of your best wins the result of something other than picking the form? Who’s prepared to admit to the success of a whim, a mistake, or dumb luck?
Keepers to the fore as Ange bows out with a win
October 28, 2013 by 3 Comments
In another eventful A-League round, Tim Ladhams is impressed by the keepers, but less than impressed by the depth of the sides, as an absence of marquee players proves fatal for some.
Book launch: Aborigines and the ‘Sport of Kings’
October 28, 2013 by 1 Comment
Almanackers are invited to attend the launch of the third edition of Professor John Maynard’s fabulous books about Aboriginal jockeys.
Who wants number 3?
October 28, 2013 by 3 Comments
The number 3 guernsey is up for grabs again at Essendon. But who would want it? Colin Ritchie reckons the number has been a curse to many who have worn it.
Cobba’s AFL Trade Directory
October 28, 2013 by 4 Comments
Jake ‘Cobba’ Stevens offers another brilliant infographic to explain the 2013 AFL Trade movements. ‘Cobba’ could make quantum physics and global warming understandable.
Hi, I’m Simon Black…
October 27, 2013 by 5 Comments
Matt Watson recalls his meetings with Simon Black and reviews his career. A champion on and off the field.
Kane Richardson: does he have Nugget’s polish?
October 27, 2013 by 6 Comments
Peter Argent thinks there is a hint of Keith “Nugget” Miller’s polish about promising young South Australian all-rounder Kane Richardson. Peter’s stunning photo captures the elegance and balance of a classic drive. And he’s wearing whites!
Yvette’s Very Excellent Adventure Chapter 53: A Night of Football
October 27, 2013 by 2 Comments
Two Almanackers meet on the other side of the globe as Yvette Wroby goes to her first game of American football. Great seats, an open roof and millions watching. It’s a whole new world of security, scale and timing, topped off by the perfect storm of a game.
Young gems still exist in ‘Generation Lazy’
October 26, 2013 by 9 Comments
Ah, we’ve spotted one! Not a very majestic creature but an interesting one at that. There it lays on the couch, stationed for at least two hours now. TV remote in hand, iPhone on ear yapping away with a laptop in lap, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram tabs all in action. The creature known to most [Read more]
The best review of the 2013 AFL season you will hear
October 25, 2013 by 1 Comment
This is the poem Dave Warner recited at The Footy Almanac Grand Final Eve Lunch and later that night at The Caravan Club (where this was taped).
Crio’s Racing: Cox Plate
October 25, 2013 by 37 Comments
Crio urges tipsters to wait and check out track conditions on Saturday afternoon…but is prepared to make a few predictions regardless.
Junior Footy: The Journey Begins
October 25, 2013 by 2 Comments
Wesley Hull’s previous piece introduced us to footy in far North Queensland and the work of the Footys4all Foundation. Now he takes us back to his suburban beginnings with the moth-eaten Magpies.
Money Value Carnival Preview – And so the end is near!
October 25, 2013 by Leave a Comment
The Salmeister previews the Cox Plate and other Money Valley mayhem. He reviews the ascension of the Almanac’s own St Ange to the Socceroo’s gig (well he is on ABC Insiders, and so is our glorious leader, so Ange is as good as family).
Infographic: The Socceroos and Ange Postecoglou
October 24, 2013 by 1 Comment
With Ange Postecoglou appointed as the head coach, the Socceroos welcomes only the third native-born manager of the team since 1970. Cobba Stevens reckons we’re in good hands. (And supplies one of his handy infographics on Ange’s predecessors.)
Footy Grounds of Tassie: a Driving Tour
October 24, 2013 by 6 Comments
Richard Jones visits some of Tassie’s finest footy grounds.
AFL Grand Final: Bad Sex
October 24, 2013 by 13 Comments
The Grand Final left Matt Zurbo mightily unsatisfied.
Fight animals
October 23, 2013 by 1 Comment
Matt Watson comes out swinging and lands more punches than Mundine in a month. He is sick of the charade of dodgey promoters and scam contests. See if you agree with “IronMike’s” reasons for why the sweet science is on the ropes.
One off the Bucket List
October 23, 2013 by 4 Comments
For a long-term Reds fan, this is a pilgrimage to Lourdes – a visit to Liverpool’s home ground. Thinking he would have to settle for just a tour, Sam Steele is delighted to find himself at a match, with the top-liners on show. But this realisation of a dream leaves him wondering – are the glory days gone?
(Half-way) Around The Bay In A Day
With a “cuddly” physique, only two training rides, and the wrong kind of bike, Glen Potter was definitely battling the odds to ride 100km. Emergency Myki in hand, he discovers the joy of the peloton, the horror of Mount Martha and the true meaning of “headwind”. [A highly enjoyable tale, you’ll feel like you were there – Ed.]