Boof has brought back The Bogan and suddenly the Australian team is happy again. Maybe this is the natural state for our national sporting team: a few laughs, a few beers, the odd verbal spray, fewer power point presentations, less sports science.
AFL Round 15 – Brisbane v Gold Coast: Winning with two eyes
July 10, 2013 by 1 Comment
Beth Newman is particularly vocal when it comes to watching Brisbane, so she knew her first chance to sit in a press box at the Gabba would be a challenge (to say the least).
AFL Round 15 – North Melbourne v Richmond: A rebuild falls apart
July 10, 2013 by 4 Comments
Haje Halabi was happy with the Richmond rebuild, but against the Kangaroos, not only did the plumbing leak but the joint looks like it has to be completely rewired and re-stumped.
All About the Mo Baby!
July 9, 2013 by 2 Comments
Richmond have flattered to deceive so often in the past thirty seasons that there is now a distinct pattern to the disappointment. But Tom Greenaway suggests momentum is less about winning streaks and more about bouncing back immediately from adversity. And the Tigers have that chance before them.
AFL Round 15 – Adelaide v West Coast: Snatching defeat from the jaws of victory
July 9, 2013 by 6 Comments
A perfect night of sport beckons Rajesh Singh, but unfortunately, so does his mate Bruno’s cards night. But he is determined to manage both. The cards go well, the Crows seemingly likewise – but when it comes to the crunch, who will prevail?
Crio’s Question: Favourite Ashes presenters
July 9, 2013 by 12 Comments
What are your favourite Ashes presenters, past and present? Dream Teams, if you must!
AFL Round 15 – Review: The plot thickens just a bit more
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If you think the Essendon matter is clear cut then think again…reasons abound as to why the resolution is still a month away.
Just me and footy
July 9, 2013 by 1 Comment
Matt Watson sits alone on the couch, wearing headphones and watching a recorded game, oblivious to the result. His thoughts drift to his childhood in Queensland and how changing priorities affect how you receive your footy fix.
AFL Round 15 – Carlton v Collingwood: No rivalry tops this
July 8, 2013 by 3 Comments
Round 19, 2010 (Jeff Garlett) was the last time Carlton had a Rising Star nomination – the Blues need to refresh their list urgently, writes Blues fan Tony Reed.
AFL Round 15 – Melbourne v Sydney: Improved Demons? Check back in a month
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Losing 5kg in 3 days is an ideal build up for a title fight or to ride down the Flemington straight on Cup Day. It is not a good build up when trying to get to the footy.
AFL Round 15 – Geelong v Hawthorn: Colonists and Dirty Dogs
July 8, 2013 by 15 Comments
Saturday’s result had a winner and a loser – but the rich narrative hasn’t concluded. This particular episode didn’t disappoint, writes Dips O’Donnell.
AFL Round 15: The View From Shepparton on Round 15 and Other Things
July 8, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Was watching the rugby instead of Geelong-Hawthorn a good move? Not when you’re turning to Wikipedia to find out what’s going on. It was a varied weekend in sport for Peter Schumacher, but there’s still plenty to say about Round 15.
Roaring Lions prey on Wallabies
July 8, 2013 by 6 Comments
The Lions were too big and too strong and they dominated the Wallabies with powerful, technically-sound rugby writes Tim Ladhams. So where to now, Australia?
AFL Round 15 – GWS Giants v Western Bulldogs: Come on Canberra!
July 8, 2013 by 2 Comments
Bulldogs fans must be patient (as if they haven’t been for years!) says John Warhurst from Canberra.
Footballs for FIDA
July 8, 2013 by Leave a Comment
The FIDA (Footballers with with intellectual disabilities) footballers love playing footy but they don’t often get to train or play matches with good new footballs. Here’s your chance to help.
Round 15 – North Melbourne v Richmond: Four quarters of effort
July 8, 2013 by 1 Comment
The Kangaroos have potential, but against the Tigers they played four quarters, writes a jubliant Matthew Naqvi, who still believes his team has a slim chance to play finals.
AFL Round 15 – Fremantle v St.Kilda: The boys are back in town
July 8, 2013 by 1 Comment
When one has no expectations, funny things happen, writes Yvette Wroby.
AFL Round 15 – The Wrap
July 8, 2013 by 2 Comments
Won’t someone think of Mr & Mrs Football and all the Little Footballs? And Chris Scott’s blood pressure? After round 15, The Wrap is on Maggot Watch.
Parlez Vous Anglais?
July 8, 2013 by 4 Comments
Smokie Dawson (of SBS’s Tour de France coverage) had not realised the similarities between his family’s European holiday and that of the trail-blazing Griswalds. He’s proud to continue a fine tradition.
Jamestown, a new home for the South African Lions Footy Team?
July 7, 2013 by Leave a Comment
AFL South Africa boasts over 20,000 participants. As James Lang reports, two of the best are spending 2013 in rural South Australia in an exchange program that’s about more than just footy.
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