According to Kevin Densley, we all have a song that is an ‘absolute game changer’ for us, a particular one that shakes up our world and changes it in some fundamental way. He puts forward his own choice, and asks Almanackers to do the same.
Round 1 – Carlton v Richmond: Fifty years on, the Blues do it again.
March 24, 2022 by 1 Comment
Carlton’s tremendous win in their season opener reminded Bluebagger Matt Harvey of games half a century ago. This delightful memoir (which includes mentions of characters then, and now) is a quiet acknowledgement of life and footy.
Round 2 – Sal’s Preview: Freed Willie, Round 2 tips, and Turf Time
March 24, 2022 by 1 Comment
Sal Ciardulli presents his thoughts and selections for AFL Round 2, and tips for the racing at Moonee Valley and Rosehill.
Almanac Rugby League – NRLW 2021 Round 5 and NRL 2022 Round 3
March 24, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Ian reflects on the high and lows from the rugby games that just passed, while we all look forward to the derby game between the Cowboys and the Broncos this weekend.
There once was a round of footy: Edition 1.
March 23, 2022 by Leave a Comment
We welcome occasional rhymester and writer, the elusive Troy Brunel-O’Peerents who has chosen the poetic form of his homeland, Ireland, to report on Round 1 of the AFL season. We were not expecting match reports in haiku and we’ve been enjoying them for a decade. Now we’re rapt to be getting match reports as limericks.
Round 2 – Essendon v Brisbane: Quietly confident
March 23, 2022 by 2 Comments
Pards retains his confidence in the Bombers and expects them to win their Round 2 match against the Lions by 8 points .
Round 1 – St Kilda v Collingwood: Haiku Bob – autumn clarity
March 22, 2022 by 3 Comments
Haiku Bob is back with a footy haiku about the Collingwood win over St Kilda.
Almanac Soccer: 5 Star Performance As South Remain Top Of The Ladder
March 22, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Luke recaps South’s convincing win over Hume City last Friday Night, with something bizarre that had happened early in the first half. Find out what happened along with a video of the match highlights to see for yourself
Round 1 – Carlton v Richmond: Deja Vu
March 22, 2022 by 4 Comments
Collingwood supporter Jackson Mansell attended the Carlton v Richmond Round 1 match and felt a sense of deja vu as he explains.
1986
March 22, 2022 by 6 Comments
Two stars crossed paths and missed the real show in the sky in Damian Balassone’s tongue in cheek look back at 1986.
Round 1 – Brisbane v Port Adelaide: Lions roar past Power
March 22, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Port fan Nick Kossatch analyses a high-pressure match at the Gabba on Saturday night.
Round 1 – Brisbane v Port Adelaide: Fort on world record pace (briefly) as the Lions fly home.
March 22, 2022 by Leave a Comment
After a quarter of footy, Shane Reid was considering whether Peter Hudson had something to worry about. [Great Maths from the English teacher – Ed] But Mr Darcy Fort fell off the early pace. The Lions, trailing for much of the game, lifted and got home.
Round 1 – St Kilda v Collingwood (Floreat Pica Society)
March 22, 2022 by Leave a Comment
A win is the perfect way to start the season and ring in a new week according to Paul McKay who provides the FPS report for the Pies resolute victory over the Saints.
Almanac Poetry: ‘Without Measure’ – Tommy Mallet
March 22, 2022 by Leave a Comment
‘Without Measure’ by Tommy Mallet reflects upon the future and worries about the legacy we leave our children.
Round 2 – AFL Footy Fixture 2022: Who, where, and when?
March 22, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Who, when, and where your team is playing Round 2.
Round 1 – Geelong v Essendon: Agony for Dons’ supporters
March 21, 2022 by 1 Comment
It was a shocker of a weekend for Bomber supporter Rod Oaten; the Bombers lost, Barnsley FC lost, picked 0/9 in the footy tipping but as they say, there is always next week!
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 1 Review, Round 2 Preview
March 21, 2022 by 1 Comment
A solid win for the Pies over the Saints first up is good news for Cam Hooke – he previews the first hitout and previews the next clash with the Crows.
Almanac Teams: Players in 31 flavours (1980- )
March 21, 2022 by Leave a Comment
It might be a tough ask for Rodney Boyd’s Number 31 side to compete, but as long as they hit their talls lace out and the immortal words of their coach fire them up, who knows what could happen?
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