The Footy Almanac

AFL Round 15 – Fremantle v St.Kilda: A long history, a lonely premiership

July 7, 2013 by andythebeast 2 Comments

Andy Tuano had tipped against his team by 50+ points, so it’s fair to say he was pessimistic. But as the Saints piled on the pressure, perhaps this could be the day for glory.

AFL Round 15 – North Melbourne v Richmond: One of those days

July 7, 2013 by greejoh 2 Comments

Like his own father before him, John Green is taking his son to see the players in the rooms. It should have been the best of days. Instead, it’s a life lesson in losing. (And getting lost.)

Round 15 – North Melbourne v Richmond: Everything’s clicking (almost)

July 7, 2013 by Andrew Starkie 3 Comments

Despite Melbourne’s public transport doing its best to foil Andrew Starkie, he made it to the game to see North finally make good on their promise. The Tigers? Witches hats.

1.7.13

July 7, 2013 by No Joy Since 66 3 Comments

Just how much of a footyhead are you? Did you, like Darren Smith, note the date on Monday?

AFL Round 15 – Carlton v Collingwood: When a win brings joy

July 6, 2013 by Andrew Fithall 8 Comments

Andrew Fithall was on the spot to see excellent performances that will have some significant outs struggling to get their place back in the side. He was ready to applaud – but only when the time was right.

Reflections of an angry man after 5 days on the toilet

July 6, 2013 by craig dodson 8 Comments

Craig Dodson’s had plenty of thinking time, and he’s angry. Ranging from the big targets (Malthouse, Sheeds, The Footy Show) to the small (whatever happened to long sleeve jumpers?), his top 10 rant will touch a nerve in everyone.

AFL Round 15 – Carlton v Collingwood: Awakening under the stars

July 6, 2013 by E.regnans 5 Comments

Superb stuff from E. Regnans on last night’s game. [Hard to believe I know, but you’ll enjoy every Collingwood word of it – Ed]

A Day At The Tour

July 6, 2013 by Smokie 5 Comments

The Dawson’s European Vacation is going just fine, if Chevy can get the kids off the i-pods and drive in a manner which keeps his poor wife sane. But it’s all for a good cause: to see The Tour live. [Great stuff, Smokie – Ed]

Essendon Drug Crisis – results announced

July 6, 2013 by Neil 19 Comments

Neil Belford has uncovered the Outcome Management run sheet for the Essendon drug crisis. If he didn’t have it in his hand, you would assume he was just being cynical.

Door reopens for Smith but closes on O’Driscoll

July 6, 2013 by Tim Ladhams 3 Comments

George Smith will line up for the Wallabies for the first time in almost four years in the Lions tour decider in Sydney.

AFL Round 15 – Preview: Nightmare on Tipster Street

July 6, 2013 by John Harms 8 Comments

JTH with some thoughts on a round where tipping 1 out of 9 is not out of the question.

Middle Australia selects the Ashes Test Team

July 6, 2013 by Middle Australia 4 Comments

Can anyone come up with the likely team for the First test? Given that Watson and Rogers are likely to open, here is my prediction and perhaps why – The Editor.