Warren Tapner pays a fitting tribute to Carlton great Sergio Silvagni, who passed away a few days ago.
Gravel & Mud: Chris Fagan’s Preface
July 17, 2021 by 1 Comment
As you will see over the coming days, as the Almanac publishes this series of extracts, Gravel & Mud is full of wonderful yarns.
Round 18 – Sal’s Preview: The Great Number 1
July 16, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Sal Ciardulli remembers Carlton great Sergio Silvagni, and presents his thoughts and tips for the Round 18 matches.
Almanac (Local) Footy: Ainslie Women’s Division 2 – Round 5
July 16, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Another tough match for the Ainslie Tricolours as they go down to the Riverina Lions as reported by Declan Kerlett in prose, verse and image.
Almanac Books: Introducing Gravel & Mud – An Anthology of Football in the Mountains of Western Tasmania
July 15, 2021 by 1 Comment
Tony Newport, John Carswell and Chris Carswell have compiled a classic anthology of footy stories from the west coast of Tasmania. Here’s some info about the book. Look out for some stories from the book to be published here in the coming days. [A ripper – JTH]
Almanac Rugby League – State of Origin Game III Review: Consolation for Queensland but challenges ahead
July 15, 2021 by 1 Comment
Almanac editor Sean Mortell, holidaying in Far North Queensland, offers his thoughts on Origin III and the 2021 series as a whole.
Almanac Footy (heartbreak): She was teasing me all along
July 15, 2021 by 7 Comments
Earlier this week, Chris Bracher poured his heart out over his beloved South Melbourne. Now he’s lost her again to the uncertainties of the far north. Oh, the pain!
Almanac Rugby League – State of Origin Game III Review: Face saved but series lost
July 15, 2021 by 2 Comments
State of Origin author Liam Hauser reviews last night’s final game in 2021 and offers his thoughts on the overall flow of the series.
The Footy Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch – Gideon Haigh (July 23) [at this stage still going ahead]
July 15, 2021 by 3 Comments
Almanac/Odd Friday lunches are back on the menu in 2021 after a brief pause – next up on July 23 acclaimed author and South Yarra CC strokemaker Gideon Haigh will be talking about his latest book on the intriguing mid-20th century figure that is ‘Doc’ Evatt. [Going ahead until further notice – Ed]
Almanac Rugby League: Newtown RLFC ‘characters’
July 15, 2021 by 5 Comments
Newtown RLFC, the Jets, have a long and proud history. Here is a collection of photos of some of the characters who pulled on the famous blue jersey over the years.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 17 Review and Round 18 Preview
July 15, 2021 by 2 Comments
Cam Hooke’s confidence in Collingwood paid off last week. He’s doubling down for this week’s clash against Carlton, as he reviews Round 17 with a hopeful eye to the MCG. (Let’s hope we get there – Eds).
Almanac Rugby League – NRL Round 18: Welcome to Queensland!
July 15, 2021 by Leave a Comment
The NRL has moved to Queensland for a month or so. What uncertainties might that unleash? Ian Hauser tries to find his way through the revamped schedule to find the winners in Round 18.
‘The ten centimetres that changed Baden Cooke’s life……’ by KB Hill
July 15, 2021 by 1 Comment
KB Hill profiles ‘one of Benalla’s finest sporting products’, Baden Cooke who rode in the international peloton for well over a decade.
Almanac Sport: All in a day – calypso cricket, Les Bleus rugby and Dream Team hoops
July 14, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Wayne Ball watches on as Australia resumes rivalries with international sporting opponents in cricket, rugby and basketball. He realises just how diminished the powerhouses of his youth are in 2021.
Almanac Rugby Union – Australia v France Second Test: AAMI Park, Australia’s graveyard
July 14, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Brian the Ruminator summarises Australia’s defeat by Les Blues at AAMI Park, as the Wallabies continue to struggle at the venue.
Almanac Footy History: The Lexton Football League and Lexton Football Club – Part 4
July 14, 2021 by 3 Comments
In Part 4, the final part of Roger Spaull’s account of the history of the Lexton Football League and the Lexton Football Club, he highlights some of the great footballers who played at the various clubs in the Lexton Football League.
Round 18 – AFL Footy Fixture 2021: Who, where, and when?
July 14, 2021 by Leave a Comment
The AFL Footy Fixture 2021 for Round 18 is available to check out who, where, and when your favourite team is playing.
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