The two Super Rugby competitions have ended with the completion of both finals with victories to the Crusaders in NZ, and the Reds in Australia reports Brian The Ruminator.
Round 8 – Hawthorn v West Coast: Mothers’ Day
May 10, 2021 by 4 Comments
John Gordon hasn’t been to the MCG much in recent years (as has been the case for most of us), but his latest visit was on Mothers’ Day, a special occasion to celebrate the many mothers who have given everything for their children; not least of which was the late Ateca Naitanui; Nic’s mum. [Great read: Ed.]
Ice Hockey 1.01: Unique customs (Part 1)
May 10, 2021 by 1 Comment
In the first part of a mini-series, Deakin’s James Wright continues his ‘Hockey 1.01’ journey with a delve into some of the quirks and oddities you can see in the premier ice hockey competition, the NHL.
Almanac Teams: The Elevens Hour (1980- )
May 10, 2021 by 4 Comments
Back into the swing of things this week, Rodney Boyd provides his more interesting Number 11s side of the past forty years; this one contains a slow Brownlow winner and a benched premiership captain.
Round 8 – Gold Coast v St Kilda: Saints prevail over Suns in dour contest
May 9, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Braham Dabscheck suggests this dour Round 8 clash between Gold Coast and St Kilda could be termed a ‘bad win’ for the Saints if there is such a thing.
Round 8 – North Melbourne v Collingwood
May 9, 2021 by 5 Comments
Phil Hill loves going to watch sporting events. However, he has a pet hate, the assault and insult of the extraneous noise associated with the game as he explains. Phil also reports on the football game he watched, the North and Collingwood Round 8 match which the Pies won by three goals.
Round 8 – Port Adelaide v Adelaide: A double showdown day
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Nick Kossatch had two showdowns in one day – a local grudge match and the Port Adelaide v Adelaide clash. In an exciting and long day, he saw plenty of entertaining footy.
Round 8 – Melbourne v Sydney (and lots of other observations): Barry Gibb plays for Sydney
May 9, 2021 by 8 Comments
Pure genius from Old Dog. Who players look like. [So glad you stayed up through the night to write this Old Dog – JTH]
Almanac Soccer: Golden Plains v Bell Park
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Bells Park had a big win against Golden Plains in the local derby soccer match at Bannockburn as Roy Hay reports..
Epitaph for a Triathlete
May 7, 2021 by 3 Comments
Sometimes you can’t have it all, as this Damian Balassone poem reflects.
Round 8 – Sal’s preview: It’s Pie time
May 7, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Sal Ciardulli offers some perspective (if little sympathy) on Collingwood’s predicament, before reviewing the AFL round ahead.
Almanac Footy: The Muse – what would happen if it was really a Grand Old Flag?
May 7, 2021 by 4 Comments
With the hopes of Demons supporters justifiably growing, Hayden Kelly shares his personal recollections of some other recent drought-breaking premierships. He also offers a distinctly Gordon St. perspective on what the celebration of a Melbourne flag might look like.
Almanac Life: Our Honeymoon in Arkaroola
May 7, 2021 by 8 Comments
With the uncertainty of Covid border restrictions still a consideration, Mickey Randall and wife Claire opted for a road less travelled as their honeymoon destination. It soon became apparent why it was less travelled.
Almanac Local (Junior) Footy: Debuting for South Colac (Part 2)
May 7, 2021 by 13 Comments
Continuing the family tradition, proud dad Luke Reynolds reports on the debut of his second son, Josh, for South Colac Under 14s.
Round 7 – Haiku Bob – blank spaces
May 7, 2021 by 2 Comments
The sun was shining, but Magpie hearts were darkening. Haiku Bob reflects on the Round 7 loss to Gold Coast.
Almanac Life: The Painting
May 7, 2021 by 9 Comments
How many Almanackers have associated our regular columnist Smokie with the world of fine art? No? You Philistines! Here’s the tale to set you straight.
Almanac Soccer: South Melbourne Riding The Season On A High
May 7, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Round 5 of the FFA Cup produced an absolute thriller between the original derby sides, South Melbourne and the Melbourne Knights. Luke Radziminski reports.
Almanac Footy: WAFL statements by Les Everett
May 6, 2021 by 1 Comment
Les Everett keeps us up to date with Round 5 of the WAFL and also shares his thoughts on the Freo/Weagles derby.
Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch: Andrew Stafford – Back On (Today!)
May 6, 2021 by 2 Comments
This lunch is BACK ON.
Andrew Stafford, music writer, footy writer, and lover of birds is the guest speaker at the next Footy Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch on Friday 7 May 2021. Details in this post.
FEARLESS 2021: The AFLW just keeps getting better
May 6, 2021 by 2 Comments
FEARLESS has his say on the AFLW competition and, true to his brand, he’s a BIG fan.
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