From Halloween knocking on the (rumoured) door of one of the greatest ever footballers to chatting footy with God and masquerading with Murali, these are some of Damian Balassone’s treasured tales from decades past.
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The Half-Back Flankers
‘The Half Back Flankers’ is a poem from Damian Balassone’s recent publication, ‘Strange Game in a Strange Land’.
The Lockdown Poems
Damian Balassone is back with his poetic take on issues ranging from sex in the COVID age via ancient Roman poets to the US presidential election. Cheeky bugger!
The Black and White Song and Dance
In light of Fathers’ Day this weekend, we’ve reprised this wonderful writing from Damian Balassone, who takes us on a beautiful familial journey of joining the Collingwood faithful via Abruzzo, Dights Falls and Victoria Park with thanks to his late father, Donato.
Almanac Teams: An African Australian AFL Team
Damian Balassone has been researching a team made up of African Australian footballers who have played at least one AFL game. It’s an exciting combination.
Round 10 – Collingwood v Sydney: FPS Match report
Damian Balassone presents The Floreat Pica Society’s match report for Collingwood’s Round 10 match against Sydney.
Almanac Reviews: These Treasures – Old Dog on the joy of a book
Find out why Damian Balassone’s recent book, ‘A Strange Game in a Strange Land’ is a treasure trove of delights for Matt Zurbo.
Marvel
We’re lucky enough to witness a second generation Daicos these days and those of us fortunate enough to have seen both players will enjoy this poem about the original marvel by Damian Balassone.
An Hour in Heaven
Robbie Flower, an excerpt from Damian Balassone’s recent release, ‘Strange Game in a Strange Land’.
Super Duper
Another terrific footy poem from Damian Balassone; Super Duper, Bruce Duperouzel.
Eddie Gilbert
A short innings caught in poetry by Damian Balassone – the unlikely contender Eddie Gilbert with quick as lightning pace, the immortally incumbent Don facing.
Robbie Flower at the Western Oval
Damian Balassone has just published a book of poems about footy greats, here’s one about the dazzling Robbie Flower.
Daisy Pearce
Daisy Pearce has returned to the AFLW this season, stamping her class on the competition immediately. Damian Balassone penned these words a couple of years ago but they still ring true today.
Poetry: The Man from Moe
Damian Balassone with a teaser from a forthcoming book of verse.
Who Killed David Hookes?
Damian Balassone pens a thought provoking view of the death of cricketer David Hookes.
Almanac Cricket – Test Team of the 80s
In a moment of sleeplessness, Damian Balassone created a super Test Team for the 1980s. What do you think of his team? Any glaring omissions?
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