Roger Spaull documents in depth the story of father and son South Melbourne greats Len and Bill Thomas and their connection to service in the armed forces for this ANZAC Day.
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Almanac Footy History: Len Thomas, South Melbourne: ‘A chip off the old block’
April 27, 2022 by 5 Comments
The Wizardry of Warne
March 5, 2022 by 21 Comments
Damian Balassone, inspired by Gideon Haigh’s recent book On Warne, writes of Warne’s most memorable dismissals. [First published in 2013]
Almanac Footy: Bill Mohr – The Wizard from Wagga Wagga
November 10, 2021 by Leave a Comment
St Kilda champion Bill Mohr’s status as one of footy’s all time greats is beyond doubt. In an in-depth analysis of Mohr’s career, Roger Spaull presents a wonderful account of this great footy legend.
Finals Week 1 – Sydney v GWS: Devastated but Oh So Proud!
August 29, 2021 by 10 Comments
Jan Courtin is devastated (a powerful word) but proud of her mighty Swans who went down by a single point against GWS.
WAFL: Round 14 – Thrillers, a comeback, a premiership and a gap
July 13, 2021 by 1 Comment
West Australian correspondent Les Everett updates all the WAFL Round 14 results and reviews.
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!
The Muse: Musings on Anzac Day
April 25, 2021 by 9 Comments
The Muse had an Abbotts Lager and mused about Anzac Day and what the brothers Smith and Hutchins from the Australian bush were fighting for.
Round 14 – Review: Round 15 – Preview: A telling few weeks for top eight fancies
September 1, 2020 by 2 Comments
Sean Mortell reviews all the Round 14 matches, and presents his thoughts and tips for the coming Round 15 matches.
Round 13/14 Review and preview: A glorious weekend in Darwin followed by blockbusters
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Sean Mortell celebrates a great Sir Doug Nicholls round and looks forward to this weekend’s tantalising clashes.
Round 8 Review: Eagles and Giants fire warning shots
July 28, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Sean Mortell takes an extensive look at the Round 8 action.
Round 8 – Preview: Mouth-watering clashes outrank a Grand Final rematch
July 23, 2020 by 1 Comment
Footy tipping has been a nightmare for many over the past few rounds. Sean Mortell has made his call with all the previews, tips and insights tipsters need.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 17 – Fremantle v Geelong: Who’s to blame for the purple fade?
July 22, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Once again Geelong smacked their opposition in 2007 – Les Everett was left worrying what went wrong for the humbled Dockers.
Round 5 Review – Returning to form or losing touch?
July 6, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Some games went to script, others had people scratching their heads…all in all another typical round of games for 2020! Sean Mortell has some insights on each match and their winners & losers.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 8 – Geelong v Fremantle: A licence to carry
May 19, 2020 by 1 Comment
It was the sort of Kardinia Park day where the ducks are looking for shelter, but John Harms braved the conditions to watch the Cats and Dockers go at it.
2017 thoughts: Beating on against the current
December 22, 2017 by 15 Comments
After a year like this what can we control? Dave Wilson sees much in his year in review and Christmas song countdown on #gravyday
BRADMAN – The 6,996th career Appreciation ever written
November 22, 2017 by 2 Comments
How good was Don Bradman? Greig Norman has compiled this detailed series of comparisons.
WAFL Round 20: Fast starts splutter out
August 7, 2017 by Leave a Comment
It was an odd week in the WAFL with promising first quarter leads all resulting in losses. Les Everett assesses the results and what it means for the finals.
WAFL – Round 19: Royals keep hopes alive as Lions lead the way
July 30, 2017 by 3 Comments
Another big round in the WAFL. Les Everett keeps us up to date.
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