John Harms is on the lookout for footballers who grew up on dairy farms.
The Way-Too-Early 2013 Preview: Geelong
February 19, 2013 by 11 Comments
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
February 19, 2013 by 9 Comments
Join Gigs on a nostalgic journey through the history of the Footy Almanac.
Crio’s Question: Sporting legends
February 19, 2013 by 7 Comments
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
February 19, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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
February 18, 2013 by Leave a Comment
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)
February 18, 2013 by 3 Comments
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
February 18, 2013 by 8 Comments
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
February 18, 2013 by 2 Comments
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
February 17, 2013 by 5 Comments
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.
February 17, 2013 by 28 Comments
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
February 16, 2013 by 21 Comments
Geelong showed plenty against the Eagles to suggest they will go all the way this year.
Boxing can self-regulate, right?
February 15, 2013 by 2 Comments
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
February 15, 2013 by 5 Comments
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?”
February 14, 2013 by 21 Comments
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
February 14, 2013 by 2 Comments
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
February 14, 2013 by 10 Comments
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.
The-Way-Too-Early 2013 Preview: Essendon
February 13, 2013 by 4 Comments
Adam Ritchie tries his best to avoid writing about all the recent developments surrounding the Dons and focus on football. Does he succeed? What do you think?
Thirty years of the real Ashes
February 13, 2013 by Leave a Comment
The 30th annual Ashes Test match between the bushfire towns of Aireys Inlet and Macedon will be played this Sunday 17 February at the Anglesea cricket ground.
Light reading for the dark night of sporting’s soul
February 13, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Rick Kane has provided some fodder for the ongoing discussions about the drugs in sport scandal.
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