Mordialloc Football Club, in Melbourne’s south, is on the lookout for a second-hand (so to speak) scoreboard clock. The Scoreboard Pressure website is trying to help. (And we’re happy to help them – Ed).
Seve – Part 5: The Rise Of Spain
April 14, 2021 by 1 Comment
How Seve Ballesteros put Spanish golf on the map, as told by Deakin University student Connor Schmidtke in the fifth of his eight-part series on one of the most-loved golfers of all time.
Round 4 – Gold Coast v Carlton: Shoot-out at the So-So Corral
April 14, 2021 by 3 Comments
‘In the current push to persuade us that the AFL has resurrected footy with a few rule tweaks, it is unlikely this game will be submitted as evidence for the prosecution.’. John Butler watched his Blues get the job done at Metricon.
Geelong’s Record Run – Round 12 1952: Geelong v Collingwood – Cats take top spot
April 14, 2021 by 6 Comments
A top of the table clash at home against Collingwood was the challenge for Geelong this week. Peter Clark continues his series on the Geelong record-breakers of 1952-53. Featured players this week are Fred Flanagan and Bob Rose.
FEARLESS 2021 Round 3: Covid Strikes again! Fixturers beware – it might happen again.
April 14, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Paul Thompson was ill last week, so he’s playing catch up with his round reviews. There was plenty to talk about in Round 3, played across the Easter period, though Roos fans may choose to look away.
Balcony Banter: The End of the Richmond Era (Again!)
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In a recent post on the MCC Members blog ‘Balcony Banter’, Dave Campbell recorded his thoughts on the Round 3 clash between Richmond and the Swans.
Almanac Footy: Peter J Bennett
April 14, 2021 by 10 Comments
Peter Bennett had an exceptional sporting life, ranging from a successful VFL career for St Kilda and Victoria to representing Australia in consecutive Olympics in water polo. Allan Grant profiles a unique sporting career.
Almanac NFL: Julian Edelman – the perfect big game player
April 13, 2021 by 1 Comment
Originally considered too short, frequently injured, Julian Edelman turned himself into a versatile match winner for the New England Patriots. As Edelman announces his retirement, Sean Mortell recounts a storied career.
The Unsung – Round 4: Lachie Jones and Lachlan Sholl
April 13, 2021 by 1 Comment
Deakin Uni student Chris Mangos’ fourth weekly column ‘The Unsung’, featuring young, up-and-coming footy stars Lachie Jones and Lachlan Sholl.
WAFL Round 2: Thunder records
April 13, 2021 by 3 Comments
A record-breaking performance from Peel Thunder heads Les Everett’s recap of Round 2 WAFL action.
The Beeaanly Bugle: The Beeaans Are Back In Town
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Deakin Uni student Connor Hoetzel continues his weekly column about his local basketball team, The Beeaans.
Book Launch: The Furphy Anthology 2020
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Last year’s successful Furphy Literary Award’s best pieces have been collated into’ The Furphy Anthology’, which was recently launched at Richmond’s iconic London Tavern pub.
Almanac Life: My wedding speech, to Claire
April 13, 2021 by 15 Comments
Mickey Randall married his beloved Claire last weekend. He shares his wedding speech with the Almanac readership. (A hearty congratulations to you both – from all at The Footy Almanac).
Almanac Rugby: Super Rugby AU Rd 8/ Aotearoa Rd 7
April 13, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Contrasting games in Australia, two cliff-hangers in Aotearoa. Brian The Ruminator updates the Super Rugby action across the Tasman.
Round 4 – Collingwood v GWS: I’ll back you Bucks
April 13, 2021 by 1 Comment
Loyalty is a strong concept, one Danielle Hakim has for her club and one she projects upon their men’s coach Nathan Buckley based on a lifetime of following his deeds in black and white. Has he got what it takes to take the club to the top of the mountain in turbulent times?
Almanac Poetry: Platinum Blonde
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This week’s intriguing poem from Kevin Densley is about 1930s Hollywood glamour icon, Jean Harlow, who died tragically young.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 4 Review, Round 5 Preview
April 12, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Frustrating times at the Pies; Cam Hooke offers his insights after a loss to GWS and what’s next as Collingwood face West Coast.
Almanac Roadtrips: Two great clubs in two great days
April 12, 2021 by 11 Comments
The splendour of country Victoria is often worth a visit; the towns of Bright and Myrtleford are no exception. For Haje Halabi they’re more than worthwhile – it’s a return to the roots, a place of friends, food and the footy clubs that shaped him.
Round 4 – Port Adelaide v Richmond: Port make a point(s) against the champs
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After a rough trip to Perth, Nick Kossatch’s Port Adelaide were mighty in their defeat of the reigning premiers. Both sides put in a power of work but were far from their best due to injuries, setting up an intriuging plot for further clashes between the finals aspirants.
Almanac Teams: A Perfect Ten (1980- )
April 12, 2021 by 4 Comments
The number 10 jumper has been worn by plenty of fine players over the past 40 seasons – but one big club missed out in Rodney Boyd’s selected side. Do you think they were hard done by?
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