In this Tuesday’s poem, Kevin Densley recalls a small, particularly sad funeral he attended (the real name of the deceased has been changed), many years ago, where a notable local sportsman gave a memorable eulogy.
Almanac Rugby – Super Rugby AU Rd 2/Aotearoa Rd 1: Reigns of the champs continue
March 1, 2021 by 1 Comment
The competition over the ditch has started up a week after the local iteration of Super Rugby kicked off. The stories so far are familiar to those who followed last year according to Brian the Ruminator, with the Brumbies and Crusaders seemingly on a level above the rest.
Almanac Footy – SAPSASA Football Team 1973: Robert Simpson
March 1, 2021 by 8 Comments
Robert Simpson was selected for the SA Primary Schools footy side in 1973. He wants to find out who else was in this team photo. Can you help?
Almanac Boxing – Alvarez: The red-headed Mexican pound-for-pound king
March 1, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Greg Andrew reveals just what makes the Mexican boxing phenomenon Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez so special, as arguably the world’s best boxer.
Retrieving the Footy from the Tree
March 1, 2021 by 3 Comments
Another extract from Damian Balassone’s collection of footy-theme poems, ‘Strange Game in a Strange Land’.
Almanac Footy – Corowa ‘Last to First’, a Glory Days Podcast review
March 1, 2021 by 9 Comments
Rod Gillett has listened to and reviewed a recent podcast looking back at the Corowa Spiders’ amazing O&M flag in 1968.
Almanac Beer Review: Prancing Pony and Smiling Samoyed at the Normanville pub
March 1, 2021 by 11 Comments
A kaleidoscopic spread of brews crossed the paths of Mickey Randall and Co. at Normanville’s historic pub; some were more palatable than others.
Almanac Teams: Seventh Heaven (1980- )
March 1, 2021 by Leave a Comment
We forge ahead with Rodney Boyd’s series of teams; this week’s side has the best Number 7s to don the jumper since 1980(ish) and a first time selection of two players from the same team.
Almanac Soccer: South Melbourne’s perfect pre-season fails at the last hurdle
February 26, 2021 by 1 Comment
South Melbourne were flying in their pre-season, raring to take on rivals Heidelberg in round one of the Victorian National Premier League. But Luke Radziminski was there, camera in hand, to watch the powerhouse take on the intriguing St Albans Saints in their final practice match.
Almanac Music: Romantic Guy
February 26, 2021 by 3 Comments
This week’s Friday offering from Kevin Densley concerns a song he wrote, sung, played and recorded in the bedroom of a Geelong mate about thirty-five years ago. The song itself is included with the story behind it. One mate told KD it reminded him of Paul McCartney, another said John Lennon. Almanac listeners – you be the judge!
Australian Cricket Society Lunch – you’re invited!
February 25, 2021 by Leave a Comment
Almanac readers are invited to attend The Australian Cricket Society’s annual football lunch to be held in late April.
Almanac Cricket: A day of two significant anniversaries
February 25, 2021 by 6 Comments
Sir Donald Bradman passed away twenty years ago today. Is the legend standing the test of time? It’s also the anniversary of the birth of commentating great John Arlott. The Footy Almanac invites your responses.
Almanac Rugby League – All Stars clashes: Indigenous v Maori and 2021 State of Origin Dates
February 25, 2021 by Leave a Comment
The men’s All Stars Indigenous v Maori All match produced a spirited clash to get the season underway. The women’s encounter was dominated by the Maori combination.
‘……A Class Act……’ by KB Hill
February 25, 2021 by 1 Comment
Kevin Hogan, a sports prodigy from Violet Town, had a long and successful career in both football and cricket. KB Hill recounts the life of yet another local legend.
Almanac Footy – Vic Fuller remembered: The moment that made a memory
February 24, 2021 by 6 Comments
The general footy community and Geelong in particular was rocked by the unexpected passing of legendary club volunteer Vic Fuller. Jarrod Landells shares a recent poignant memory of the man.
AFLW Round 4 – GWS v West Coast Eagles: Cora the great
February 24, 2021 by 1 Comment
The sun shone on Blacktown, the remarkable Cora Staunton was on fire, and GWS won. Ian Latham reflects on an enjoyable day, and just how much has changed in a short time.
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