The AFL has tanked its way to the bottom of the integrity ladder

After months of investigative work by the AFL commission a verdict has been reached. The verdict-NOT GUILTY Don’t rejoice yet Demons fans because your club hasn’t gotten off scot free.

Crio’s Racing: Three Group Ones at Caulfield

Three Group Ones headline a fantastic day at Caulfield this Saturday and each of them presents a fascinating favourite.

A cowardly, rubbish, gutless and logic-defying decision

The announcement of the outcomes of the long investigation by the AFL into the Melbourne tanking issue of 2009 is our Warren Commission.

Footballers who grew up on dairy farms

John Harms is on the lookout for footballers who grew up on dairy farms.

The Way-Too-Early 2013 Preview: Geelong

Adam Ritchie scrutinises Geelong’s chances this year. Will he be as bullish as certain other members of the Knackery?

Footy Almanac – of and by the fans

Join Gigs on a nostalgic journey through the history of the Footy Almanac.

Crio’s Question: Sporting legends

Blokes can be sporting legends even when you don’t know about their “back story” or individual achievements.
I thought of this last week upon hearing of the passing of Jack Rennie. Any others?

An illustrated view of the NAB Cup

What exactly does the NAB Cup count for? And does it give an accurate reflection into the performances of the players and teams’ season ahead?

Macedon regains Ashes in anniversary thriller

Macedon regained the Ashes from Aireys Inlet by just one run in the 30th anniversary game between the two towns that were devastated by the Ash Wednesday bushfires of February 16 1983.

Almanac Rugby League – The Rugby League Almanac Launch (in Sydney)

The Sydney launch of the 2012 Rugby League Almanac is on at the Alexandria Hotel on this Wednesday, February 20. Come and have a beer on this historic occasion.

AFL cancels live AFL streaming over the internet. NZ types not happy

For the past couple of years, New Zealand fans ave been able to watch the footy live streamed on the internet via AFL Live. This year, when the Saints and Swans play for premiership points in Wellington, it has been cancelled.

Standin’ on the outside lookin’ in: Australian Women’s Golf Open

The Australian Women’s Golf Open at Royal Canberra was one of the best days Tony Robb has had in sport – and he’s had a few.

A few Floreat Pica Society observations on the Pies’ opener

Just as NAB Cup Round 1 is not really footy as we know it, this is not really a match report, but a series of dot-point observations as the Pies build into a new season.

Footy? Ask a mother.

Wow. You want to hear a strong voice, and a fresh voice. Well have a look at this for thought-provoking.

2013 Geelong’s to lose

Geelong showed plenty against the Eagles to suggest they will go all the way this year.

Boxing can self-regulate, right?

Combat sports in Queensland, particularly boxing, remains an unpredictable exercise. The latest sham involving Sonny Bill Williams and the recent death of young boxer Alex Slade should see the regulation of boxing in the State.

The hastily revised AFL guide to commonly used terms for season 2013

Recent events in the sporting landscape have led to the AFL, in conjunction with Channel 7, releasing a revised media guide and glossary on official changes to commonly used terms in football for the 2013 season.

Crio’s Racing: “What odds will she be?”

Black Cavier returns to Flemington this Saturday and short odds reinforce her status as a superstar, says Crio.

The Way-Too-Early 2013 Preview: Fremantle

Adam Ritchie believes Freo could finish Top 4 this year if their midfield improves. He also believes Ablett hate watches Fremantle games whenever possible, just so he can hate watch Crowley.

Re-organising the cricket schedule

Luke Reynolds never wants to see a one-off Twenty20 International as the climax to an Australian International Summer again. The schedule needs to be fixed.