Pure genius from Old Dog. Who players look like. [So glad you stayed up through the night to write this Old Dog – JTH]
Round 8 – Melbourne v Sydney (and lots of other observations): Barry Gibb plays for Sydney
May 9, 2021 by 8 Comments
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.
Almanac Books: The Fateful Season – Remembering the Fitzroy Lions and the Tragedy of 1996
May 6, 2021 by 8 Comments
William Westerman explains his motives for writing his book about the Fitzroy FC: ‘Merger: The Fitzroy Lions and the Tragedy of 1996’. Details for purchasing the book are provided.
Almanac Rugby League – NRL Round 9: Chooks winged!
May 6, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Have we seen the last of Brett Morris after he sustained a serious knee injury? Are the Chooks winged? Ian Hauser sorts his way through the rugby league scene.
FEARLESS 2021: Rounds 5 and 6 double-header
May 6, 2021 by Leave a Comment
FEARLESS is running a little late with his update on Rounds 5 and 6 but it’s worth the wait. Tell it like it is, PT!
‘Ya gotta have luck…’ by KB Hill
May 6, 2021 by 4 Comments
KB Hill traces the contrasting premiership success rates of several great players in the Ovens & Murray and Ovens & King Leagues.
Almanac Baseball – Ruminating on Rankings
May 5, 2021 by 3 Comments
Brian The Ruminator runs the stats to see who’s hot and who’s not in Major League Baseball this season.
Seve – Part 8: A Legacy That Lives On
May 5, 2021 by 3 Comments
Seve’s long lasting legacy on golf, as told by Deakin University student Connor Schmidtke in the last of his eight-part series on one of the most-loved golfers of all time.
Almanac Books: ‘Merger’ book launch
May 5, 2021 by Leave a Comment
William Westerman’s book, ‘Merger’, will be launched at the North Fitzroy Arms Hotel on June 2nd. Details here.
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