After dominating India and the West Indies much was expected of the world number 1 ranked Australian one-day team on its tour of Ireland and England. Injured paceman Mitch Johnson and 19 year old Pat Cummins returned while Mike Hussey was a late withdrawal due to the birth of his 4th child, replaced in the [Read more]
changing pitch
July 12, 2012 by 2 Comments
four beers in things a little ragged down back and up forward winter frost yawning cracks in the back half Beams unsighted the moon hiding in the clouds needing a goal from anywhere Thomas from nowhere back in it the crowd’s noise changes pitch wellinghamagro [Read more]
The Second Law of Thermodynamics applied to Umpiring
July 12, 2012 by 7 Comments
In the last twenty years we have seen the introduction of all sorts of technology in most sports. The collection of statistics, the recording of physiological states of the players, both during a match and at training and the use of what I shall call digital technology to aid (?) umpiring are now far more [Read more]
Gold Coast footy alive and well
July 12, 2012 by 4 Comments
By Cheryl Critchley “Gee-long, Gee-long, Gee-long!” Some things never change, even 1800km from Sleepy Hollow. We’re at Metricon Stadium on the Gold Coast and the Cats’ Cheer Squad sounds as hick as ever. “Gee-long, Gee-long!” The small but dedicated band of “Southerners” is surrounded by Suns supporters decked out in their still [Read more]
Just off the pace
July 12, 2012 by Leave a Comment
I was checking out the results of The Footy Almanac Tipping Competition (for which the prize is half a dozen bottles of red) and I noticed that Neil Kimpton was three clear on a score of 99. To be three clear in a comp of 80+ tippers seemed to me to be statistically significant. “99,” [Read more]
Standin’ on the outside lookin’ in
July 11, 2012 by 4 Comments
The Belconnen U16s mid-year season has been another terrific success with the touring party of Steve, Bernie and I returning safely to Canberra after what had been a weekend full of revelations and surprises. The trip provided insight into the machinations of Melbourne sport unimaginable only 5 days ago. And no bigger surprise came than [Read more]
Some thoughts on making some pizza money from Round 16.
July 11, 2012 by 3 Comments
JTH arguing the case for the Swans – yet again. Here he tries to find a winner in Round 16. http://tatts.com/news/2012/7/9/afl-round-16
Blacks fail to bounce back as Bloods loss cuts deep
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BLOODS SPEARED BY RUSTY NAIL AS BLACKS GRAB INFECTIOUS VICTORY Although most local footy fans in Melbourne would have been rejoicing at the sight of brilliant sunshine last Saturday morning, your correspondent was unfortunately feeling the pinch. After a heavy week of overnight sports viewing including Tour De France, Australia v England cricket and Wimbledon, [Read more]
1980 A Personal Footy Almanac – Round 15, Saturday 12 July, v Fitzroy, Junction Oval
July 11, 2012 by 1 Comment
To this point, the 1980 season had unfolded in a wonderfully rhythmic way for me and for Richmond. The humdrum school week improved steadily as each Saturday approached. Another Tiger win was just around the corner. Yes, always a win. Amazing how an 11 game winning sequence can feel like eternity. The week’s break upset [Read more]
The enthusiastic assistant coach
July 10, 2012 by 3 Comments
It is 7.45am on Saturday and as a new father with a three month old son I have clocked on for duty, Sophie is off to the Gym and her weekly hour of parental free R and R so I am solely responsible for the safety and well being of one Jack William Dodson. I [Read more]
WAFL Round 16: Top of the table slaughter
July 10, 2012 by 5 Comments
WAFL round 16 THE much-anticipated meeting of top teams Claremont and Swan Districts in round 16 of the WAFL turned out to be fizzier – unless you’re a fan of the Tigers who won the game by 97 points. I was over at Leederville Oval watching another high scoring encounter between East Perth and Peel. [Read more]
DA Puzzle of the Round (16)
July 10, 2012 by 6 Comments
Discover the world of David Astle here. But first, can you solve this week’s puzzle? From AFL to LA This week is where we play. Our footy fixture has ample venues, But we’re asking you to choose One in particular (take your pick) And so reveal a Spielberg flick. And before you yell a [Read more]
I’m cranky – it’s time for the footy mums to step up
July 10, 2012 by 9 Comments
After such a cracking win on Saturday night, I was rudely awaken from the momentary peace in the Saints world with news this morning that Jack Stevens was caught driving with 0.08 alcohol in his system on Sunday morning, he was fined and he will lose his licence for 6 months. The Club and the [Read more]
Four points in the bag…next
July 10, 2012 by 1 Comment
There’s not much to say that hasn’t been said about the abysmal game of Australian football between the Melbourne and Richmond clubs, but I’ll add a thought or two. Firstly, two acts stood out in the third quarter against a tide of turnovers, poor choices and first class comedy. One was from a predictable source, [Read more]
Letter to Manila
July 10, 2012 by 1 Comment
I thought that this week I would share an edited version of a letter which I sent to a long standing friend who lives in Manila. Last evening a marquee sports event in the Australian calendar took place, that is the third and deciding “State of Origin” Rugby League clash between Queensland and NSW.
The 2012 ‘Mopsy’ Fraser Cup – Round Fifteen
July 10, 2012 by 1 Comment
Greetings Tipsters When is a team truly down and out for the season? Sure, the bottom six definitely are and the next five are really only battling for the honour of being the first team to get kicked out of the finals. But above that, where do you draw the line? Folks, you don’t have [Read more]
The Wrap – Round XV
July 9, 2012 by Leave a Comment
THE WRAP – ROUND XV WHERE LIFE IMITATES FOOTBALL And what a round it’s been in Footy Eddie. On Friday night it was a famous Victory for truth & justice as Captain Carlton drove the Carringbush Interlopers from the field. By Saturday night The Ladder had undergone a major reshuffle as The Gliders crash landed [Read more]
Floreat Pica – Collingwood v Carlton
July 9, 2012 by 14 Comments
I have waited until the weekend has nearly passed before writing this report. A number of factors have contributed; primary is that Collingwood lost to Carlton. The motivation to actively review the game and then write about it is significantly reduced by the disappointment with the result. I am pretty sure I am not the [Read more]
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