Trucker Slim is in reflective mood as he thinks back over the impact of the past few years on his appreciation of the footy, then segues to his son’s team, the Preston Bullants, and concludes with an appraisal of Hawthorn’s Liam Shiels.
Almanac Music: Song of the Seasons (Song Lyric)
July 8, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Partly inspired by Almanackers’ responses to his group of posts concerning Oz songs connected to particular seasons, KD puts forward a song lyric he wrote as an eighteen-year-old that encompasses all four of them.
Footy Almanac Tribute – Neil Kerley: more than just a footballer
July 7, 2022 by 7 Comments
The response to the passing of Neil Kerley has been immense. Lee Harradine provides what may be the last tribute to The King – and it’s all about respect and gratitude.
Round 17 – Sal’s Preview: Whatever floats Gil’s boat
July 7, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Sal is back for Round 17 asking questions about scheduling and its impact on fans booking interstate travel. It could get tricky!
Footy Almanac Odd Friday Lunch: Emma Carney, July 15 (This Lunch has been postponed)
July 7, 2022 by Leave a Comment
You are invited to lunch with Emma Carney on July 15. All welcome. (This lunch has been postponed)
Balcony Banter: Thursday Special
July 7, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Lynda Carroll gave her evaluation of the recent Melbourne v Brisbane clash for ‘Balcony Banter’, the blog for MCC Members. The number 64 loomed large.
Almanac Rugby League – 2022 NRL Round 17 Preview: When no penalty constitutes a huge penalty
July 7, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Non-decisions and poor decisions cost a couple teams big-time last weekend while this weekend’s Round 17 of the NRL provides an opportunity for two sides to take advantage of fortuitous situations to press their finals chances. Ian Hauser explains.
Almanac WAFL – Round 10: Just What We Needed and a Flag For The Tigers
July 7, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Les Everett reports on Round 10 of the WAFL season, witnessing a thrilling upset between East Perth and Claremont. Plus the results and insights from the WAFLW Grand Final as well.
FEARLESS 2022 – Round 16: The Season is Going to the Wire
July 6, 2022 by Leave a Comment
In his review of Round 16, Fearless ponders a season of tight games and upsets.
Round 17 – AFL 2022 Footy Fixture
July 6, 2022 by Leave a Comment
The AFL Round 17 Footy Fixture is available to check out who, where, and when your team is playing this weekend.
Almanac Awards: Roy Hay winner – Australian Society for Sport History Book Award 2022
July 6, 2022 by 3 Comments
The Footy Almanac community congratulates esteemed member Roy Hay for his well deserved win of the ‘Australian Society for Sport History Book Award 2022’.
Almanac Books: ‘Hard Wired’ – Emma Carney Media Release
July 6, 2022 by Leave a Comment
A new book about the life and sporting career of former champion triathlete Emma Carney has been published. This media release provides background details and information about Emma and her book. Emma Carney will be the special guest speaker at the forthcoming Odd Friday/Footy Almanac lunch on July 15. All welcome.
Almanac Golf: What Are The Chances?
July 6, 2022 by 2 Comments
Daryl Schramm tells us of an eventful round at his local, the Penfield Golf Club with a couple of million-to-one moments.
A Season in the Country: 1975 in the Wimmera and Farrer Leagues – Episode 12
July 6, 2022 by 2 Comments
Peter Clark presents a double header in Episode 12 of ‘A Season in the Country: 1975 in the Wimmera and Farrer Leagues’ featuring headline matches between Holbrook v Culcairn, and Rupanyup v Murtoa. Featured players are, John Cornish from Holbrook, and Graham Brandt from Rupanyup.
Round 16 – Haiku Bob: small talk
July 6, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Haiku Bob offers his thoughts on Collingwood’s win over Gold Coast (and those Daicos boys in particular)
Almanac Running: Running Along the Yarra
July 5, 2022 by 8 Comments
Mickey Randall is in Melbourne with his boys for a weekend of exploration and footy. As per norm in recent times, Mickey is out running, and he relates the sights and sounds he encounters around the city streets.
Almanac Music: ‘Not Quite Bob’ – Contested Space OR Are Steely Dan Any Good
July 5, 2022 by 8 Comments
Trevor Blainey takes a slight left turn this week in his ‘Not Quite Bob’ series to highlight the wonderful music of Steely Dan.
Round 16 – Gold Coast v Collingwood: Smells Like Teen Spirit as Pies Dream of Nirvana (Floreat Pica Society)
July 5, 2022 by Leave a Comment
In this week’s report for the Floreat Pica Society, Steve Fahey pays homage to Nick and Josh Daicos, the brothers who can see what others cannot on a football field.
The Gambler
July 5, 2022 by 4 Comments
The plight of the gambler is portrayed tellingly in Damian Balassone’s poem.
Almanac Footy (Opinion): Bring Back The Pests!
Ian Wilson pays tribute to footy’s ‘pests’, aka ‘taggers’, who brought a different set of skills to the game which may not have been pretty but were very effective.