We got word that morning about the Olyroos playing the UAE here in Abu Dhabi. Olympic qualifier and all. I was checking my emails and Mo from Aussies aboard had sent an email out to the group. I yelled out to Lynda over breakfast who was getting the boys ready for school- “time to dust [Read more]
Why Carlton Will Win The Premiership.
February 24, 2012 by 9 Comments
THE OPTIMIST’S GUIDE TO SEASON 2012. PART THREE. By Alex Wadelton WHY CARLTON WILL WIN THE PREMIERSHIP. After failing to secure a September victory since Brett Ratten took over as captain in 2002, it was a relieved nation that celebrated vigorously when the Blues overcame arch-rival Essendon in last year’s Elimination Final. At least that’s [Read more]
Autumn Group Racing at The Heath
February 23, 2012 by 12 Comments
The Oakleigh Plate. The Futurity Stakes. The Blue Diamond. All etched in to the Autumn “mindtables” of Australian racing people. Gratifyingly – despite a distance tinkering for a time with the Futurity – they’ve even managed to maintain their traditional titles as befits Gr Ones[1]. The honour boards boast great champions and vivid memories for [Read more]
Trumper Charge
February 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Photo by Peter Argent Do we see any resemblance? Photo by George Beldam
Why I hope my son plays Aussie Rules
February 23, 2012 by 18 Comments
As my wife is currently 35 weeks pregnant my thoughts have turned to the hope that my impending bundle of joy will don the boots and play Aussie Rules when the time comes, for mine here are the top ten experiences junior will experience: the post match cold saugsage role and can of coke – regardless [Read more]
Aireys Inlet reclaims the Ashes
February 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Aireys Inlet has reclaimed the Ashes after a rare win over Macedon in the 29th annual cricket game between the two bushfire towns. Aireys Inlet, on Victoria’s west coast, and Macedon, just an hour north of Melbourne, were both ravaged by the Ash Wednesday bushfires of February 16 1983. The fires killed 75 people [Read more]
The Future of the Caringbush
February 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Here’s something I wrote in December 2009. Some interesting predictions here, some of which were pretty damn close. Hope you like it. -Bucky So it’s like this, I love the Collingwood Football Club whether we’re riding the ladder from the top, or propping up 15, 16 or 17 other AFL teams. I’ve sat back [Read more]
Asparagus salads and denim shorts
February 22, 2012 by 1 Comment
Call me a traditionalist, or whatever you want, but asparagus salads and denim shorts don’t belong in the football world. To me, if I’m trotting off to the football on a Friday night I should be MCG bound. The air should be fresh, brisk, the kind that slaps you across the cheeks and says, “Wake [Read more]
Don’t Kill The Keeper
February 22, 2012 by 1 Comment
DON’T KILL THE KEEPER by Wally Wright If I had to choose one word that best-described my experience at Sunday’s ODI at the Gabba between Australia and India, it would be CONFUSING. My confusion began shortly after I arrived at the Cricketers’ Club around midday. Looking for some sustenance, I gravitated towards [Read more]
Using the old noggin’
February 22, 2012 by 3 Comments
Here’s one of the more unusual “caught behind”s you’re ever likely to see. Thanks to Luke Ridgwell for passing on the link. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BCO3ik4Px2Q&feature=youtube_gdata_player
How much does Phantom hate his team’s enemy?
February 22, 2012 by 10 Comments
by Bill Walker How much do I hate my team’s enemy? How much do I hate Rangers? After listening to News Radio (BBC bit) at three in the morning and hearing that they had lost ten points I rose out of bed and immediately sent this greeting to the lads at the Ibrox. Greetings [Read more]
Why Brisbane will win the premiership
February 21, 2012 by 3 Comments
THE OPTIMIST’S GUIDE TO SEASON 2012. PART TWO. By Alex Wadelton WHY BRISBANE WILL WIN THE PREMIERSHIP This year marks the eleventh anniversary of the Lions breakthrough 2001 premiership. And the tenth anniversary of their 2002 flag. And it’s also been a historic nine years since Brisbane held up the premiership cup in 2003. If [Read more]
Captain Oh Captain
February 21, 2012 by Leave a Comment
by Andrew Weiss Over the past few months there have been announcements of captains for various teams in the AFL, Australian cricket teams and even this last weekend in the A-league. For some it was just a temporary appointment, for others hopefully a long term position. Whenever captains are announced there is often quite heated debate [Read more]
Premier Cricket – Round 14
February 21, 2012 by 4 Comments
by Mic Rees Eight of the nine Round 14 Premier Cricket matches were wrapped up on Saturday. Four teams achieved outright victories, one was completed on the first day of the scheduled two day fixture. Here’s a quick look at what went on. Dandenong (145) completed a rare outright inside one day dismissing Essendon [Read more]
In A-League of its Own 13
February 20, 2012 by 3 Comments
Tom’s weekly outlook on the A-League Melbourne Victory’s finals chances have been dealt another blow, with a 3-2 away loss to the reigning champions Brisbane. The scoring was opened just 50 seconds in when Besart Berisha managed to get the ball through a sea of Melbourne legs and put the ball past Ante Covic. The [Read more]
Doug Wade’s Apple
February 20, 2012 by 2 Comments
After 41.5 years, the identity of the apple-thrower who might have cost Geelong a finals berth in 1970 has been solved. Courtesy of the Geelong Advertiser. http://www.geelongadvertiser.com.au/article/2012/02/20/308511_news.html
Summer Love
February 20, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Ah, the triangular arrangement for the opening round of the NAB Cup. It’s like the old Streets Three- In-One ice cream from the sixties. Tonight we get to take a peek at Richmond, Hawthorn and North Melbourne. The Hawks are warm favourites to win the NAB Cup and are expected to press for premiership honours [Read more]
Crio’s Q: Love Thine Enemy…or not?
February 20, 2012 by 10 Comments
How much do you really hate “your” team’s despised enemy? Could it be that you need them more than you might concede. Does Barcelona truly exist without Real Madrid? The Red Sox minus the Yankees? Glasgow Rangers are critically wounded. Their plight is triggering an avalanche of associated discussions, many of which look at the [Read more]
The Great Mare and the Beast
February 20, 2012 by 13 Comments
Saturday brims with options for the musically inclined, the sporting minded and the thirsty. At nightfall and no doubt coinciding with a sizeable drop in temperature, Rockin Rod will rock the Rock. Nothing syrupy appears on the impressive play list as Rockin Rod plans to tap into the era of the Faces. Alas, I [Read more]
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