Tavis Perry finds himself on the spot in Darwin watching his Bulldogs battle the heat (and low expectations). He’s forced to reassess his view of the coach.
AFL Round 10 – Sydney v Essendon: So much to play for
June 5, 2013 by 2 Comments
After a week where Ian Latham is frustrated with footy off-the-field, he heads to the SCG with his mate Neil to see the real stuff. And Adam Goodes and the Swans turn it on.
Almanac Rugby League – A little ditty for Origin I: That’s in Queensland
June 5, 2013 by 2 Comments
To get us all thinking of State of Origin.
Almanac Kick-to-Kick this Friday and Sunday
June 5, 2013 by 1 Comment
The Almanac-approved Kick-to-Kick sessions will be held at Brunswick St Oval, Fitzroy, this Friday at 4.30pm and Fearon Reserve, Williamstown, this Sunday at 9.30am. All welcome.
AFL Round 10 – Geelong v Gold Coast: Turn on the lights
June 5, 2013 by 1 Comment
Geelong – the football team and the city – continue to grow, says Noel McPhee.
AFL Round 10 – The 2013 ‘Mopsy’ Fraser Cup: It ain’t easy being a coach
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Earl O’Neill looks at how footy clubs have clawed their way back over the years. Melbourne, take note.
Your thoughts on (during) Japan v Australia
June 4, 2013 by 18 Comments
Love to hear your observations of this World Cup qualifier.
Fish Fingers, Aliens and losing to Essendon.
June 4, 2013 by 4 Comments
Jerry Rinse peers into the future and sees rivers of snot and a heavy tag on Marc Murphy and wonders what life has come to. [For those who want to know the outcome of a Round 11 match – Ed]
AFL Round 10 – Brisbane vs Collingwood: A decade is a long time in footy
June 4, 2013 by 3 Comments
It’s been a long time between Friday night games at the Gabba and Beth Newman was desperate for a win over the Pies. However, not even the mystical three-peat jumper could save her Lions.
AFL Round 10: The View from Shepparton
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There comes a time when you cast sporting emotions aside and think of the heart and soul of those involved. So it is when Peter Schumacher thinks of Sam Stosur and Mark Neeld.
AFL Round 10: Dear AFL, this is where we should be heading
June 4, 2013 by 2 Comments
Paul Thomson hopes Boomer and Gaz both pass Michael Tuck’s games record, saying it’s not beyond them.
AFL Round 10 – West Coast v Richmond: Eagles go APE
June 4, 2013 by 4 Comments
Peter B sees no obvious sign of life in the Eagles coaching box and tries to work out who the Tiger no-names are.
AFL Round 10 – Brisbane v Collingwood (Floreat Pica): No Cloke but Pies stick dagger into Lions
June 4, 2013 by 1 Comment
Andrew McNamara saw glimpses of Buckley’s Brigade, his team of the future and his game plan on Friday night.
VFL – Collingwood v Northern Blues: PC sledging and a ripper game at Cramer Street
June 4, 2013 by 13 Comments
After watching a laborious game on Friday night, Jeff Dowsing’s faith in footy was restored by the VFL and some classic sledging.
Crio’s Question: A change at the top
June 4, 2013 by 7 Comments
Big Will Minson has clearly benefited from a change of coach. Horses have also been known to improve when moved between stables. What movements have led to dramatic form overhauls?
WAFL – Round 11: Crazy WAFL round as Tigers go down
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Four teams from outside the four beat the top in round 11 of the WAFL and now everyone has an eye on the finals.
Thoughts from the Eagles-Tigers
June 3, 2013 by 16 Comments
Not much love for the Eagles here, but some guttural outpourings for the Tigers.
What footy and kids have taught me about tolerance, understanding and behaviour in recent weeks – An act in three parts
June 3, 2013 by 14 Comments
Sean Curtain likes thinking out loud. Which is what he does here as he works his way through some complex issues of identity and social interaction. He learns something from an Under 13 footy side.
AFL Round 10 – Adelaide v Fremantle: Last drinks in the mangroves
June 3, 2013 by 8 Comments
Michael Sexton writes about his first hand experience of Adelaide v Fremantle’s drizzly affair and Brenton Sanderson’s struggle to reinvent his forward line without the always reliable Walker and Tippett. And reflects on the final days at Footy Park.
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