Bugger, writes Hawks man Kevan Carroll. Jeffed again.
AFL Round 1 – Hawthorn v Geelong: P. Flynn, G. Galilei and the insight of the Hawthorn fan
April 5, 2013 by 17 Comments
JTH enjoys the opening day of the footy season.
How to Watch Footy, Part 1
April 5, 2013 by 4 Comments
Not all games deserve or demand our full attention. The first of, hopefully, an occasional series by Vin Maskell.
The Vatican HR department responds to comments made on Monday by ex-Pope Benedict.
April 5, 2013 by 1 Comment
An ill-timed radio interview by Pope Emeritus on his successor has landed him in trouble with his PR department.
AFL Round 2 preview: Oh the Humanity
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Round 1 was tough for the tipsters but Sal Ciardulli managed three. See what he has in store for you this week.
Stawell and the Cats
April 5, 2013 by 13 Comments
Going to the Stawell Gift is like going back in time, says Bob Utber. However, some things – like a Geelong-Hawthorn result – never change.
Mixed feelings about Power
April 5, 2013 by 1 Comment
Mark Seja signed his wife up as a (hush, hush) Port Adelaide member and says there’s definitely something in the air at Alberton.
Springsteen’s pen: Kaney’s attempt at a Crio type question
April 4, 2013 by 20 Comments
Rick Kane, inspired by his audience with Bruce Springsteen, asks for your favourite opening line of the great man’s songs, as well as reflections from his recent tour if you attended.
How great we once were
April 4, 2013 by 4 Comments
It’s one of life’s simple pleasures but when was the last time you had a kick of the footy? Iron Mike hasn’t had one for years and knows there’s no excuse. What’s your excuse?
Athletics adds some much-needed Wattage
April 4, 2013 by 3 Comments
You’d be forgiven for thinking that track and field had taken an indefinite break after London but Melbourne hosts an IAAF event, the grandiosely-named Qantas Melbourne World Challenge, this Saturday.
AFL Round 1- The 2013 ‘Mopsy’ Fraser Cup
April 4, 2013 by 1 Comment
Will there ever be a bright future for the Fuschias? Since the Reverend departed, they’ve churned through nearly as many coaches as they have players and will likely continue to do so.
AFL Round 1 – GWS Giants v Sydney: From little things
April 3, 2013 by 2 Comments
There’s a lot to dislike about ANZ Stadium but a lot to like about the Giants, writes Swans fan Ian Latham.
AFL Round 1 – Gold Coast v St.Kilda: Impostor
April 3, 2013 by 2 Comments
Lions fan Jamie Simmons went undercover into Suns territory and was impressed by a team rapidly coming of age.
AFL Round 1 – Hawthorn v Geelong: They’re in Our Heads
April 3, 2013 by 18 Comments
The streak, Kennett’s curse, is exciting. It’s raw, ferocious and it brings out a savage pleasure in every Cats fan.
The View from Shepparton: The Suns shine
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The Suns shone brightest in a great opening round, writes Peter Schumacher.
Dizzy
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Chris Bracher was rapt to spot Allan “Dizzy” Lynch; a legend of pro Aths and the mighty Geelong West Roosters.
DA Puzzle of the Round (2)
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David Astle has created another trio of clues, pointing to current players from the one club.
Winners and Losers – Round 1: Proper football is back
You know when directors or actors just make the same movie over and over again? That is what Geelong v Hawthorn is like, only it’s enjoyable every single time. You can see the ending coming from a mile away, and you still look forward to it.