Toby Cumming has published a new golf book ‘The Golf Courses of Vern Morcom’, the story of one of Australia’s most influential golf course architects.
Almanac Golf: New Book Release – ‘The golf courses of Vern Morcom’ by Toby Cumming
November 16, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Tiger Woods: Sport’s Greatest Comeback?
November 14, 2020 by 15 Comments
In the lead-up to the US Masters which starts tonight, we revisit Peter Baulderstone’s reflection on Tiger Woods’ win at the 2019 US Masters and how he has risen from the ashes of personal and physical betrayals. He tries to rank where it fits with the great comeback stories of Ali, Seles, Laver, Bradman, Hogan and Watson. (Simply brilliant! – Ed.)
Almanac (Celebration of) Words: How good is stuff?
November 14, 2020 by 7 Comments
Nicole Kelly loves the word ‘stuff’ in all its versatility.
Almanac Life: First Swim
November 13, 2020 by 9 Comments
The day was hot, so it’s time for the togs and the first swim of the season as Mickey Randall explains.
Almanac Golf: A Masterful Display
November 13, 2020 by Leave a Comment
The US Masters Tournament should be on everyone’s bucket list says Aussiegus, not only for its wonderful golf but also for the many surprises it throws up. This story was previously published on the Footy Almanac site in 2016.
Almanac Book Release: ‘Death In A Matchbox’ by Steve Rogers
November 13, 2020 by Leave a Comment
The next book in Steve Roger’s red dirt crime series has been released. Details here.
Almanac Short Fiction: ‘Brian and His Mum’
November 13, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Brian was more like a frill-necked lizard than your average teenager … he was also close to his Mum. Kevin Densley describes his short story, ‘Brian and His Mum’, as ‘a very fractured fable’.
Almanac Cricket: Australian Test squad to take on India named
November 12, 2020 by 3 Comments
The Australian Test cricket squad to face India this summer has been announced. Thoughts?
Almanac Rugby League: Three books to commemorate 40 years of State of Origin
November 12, 2020 by Leave a Comment
At least three books have been released this year to commemorate 40 years of rugby league’s showpiece State of Origin competition. The Footy Almanac offers a bird’s eye view of them all.
Almanac Rugby League – 2020 Women’s State of Origin: A spectacular game in prospect
November 12, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Ian Hauser is a big fan of the NRLW and here previews ‘the other Origin match’ to be played this week – the women’s clash on Friday night at Sunshine Coast Stadium.
Almanac Rugby League Books: ‘Taking it to the Streets – The Second Life of the Newtown RLFC’ by Glen Dwyer
November 12, 2020 by Leave a Comment
The Footy Almanac is happy to introduce Glen Dwyer’s 2019 publication ‘Taking It To The Streets – The Second Life of the Newtown RLFC’. Glen’s work reinforces our Almanac notion that sport is important, no matter the level at which it is played!
Almanac Rugby League – 2020 State of Origin, Game 2: Simply Blue
November 12, 2020 by 2 Comments
State of Origin in Sydney has a certain feel about it. Sean Mortell taps into it to provide his evaluation of Game 2 of the 2020 Origin series.
Almanac Fans Research: How’s your heart rate?
November 12, 2020 by 2 Comments
Taking our cue from an EPL survey of differing fans’ heart rates, we wonder how Australian fans might measure up. What do you think? [Some ‘research’ conducted by a betting company!]
Almanac Cricket: ‘The Comeback Summer’ by Geoff Lemon
November 11, 2020 by 1 Comment
Geoff Lemon has a new cricket book coming out soon. Here are some advance details.
Balcony Banter: When footy came to The Gabba
November 11, 2020 by Leave a Comment
For a sense of what it was like to attend the AFL Grand Final at the ‘Gabba, Queensland-based MCC member Fiona gives an account of her experience.
Almanac (Golf) Archives: Golfing Heaven and Hell
November 11, 2020 by 7 Comments
As US Masters time draws near, let’s revisit this gem from the archives. Our golfing correspondent PJ Flynn (the Henry Longhurst of the Almanac) tells of the day that the fate of the US Masters championship landed in his lap. Fame rests in our hands, if they would only stop shaking.
Almanac (Footy) Song: ‘The Ballad of Darcy Moore’
November 11, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Simon Minahan has penned ‘The Ballad of Darcy Moore’ to the tune of Jimmy Webb’s ‘By the time I get to Phoenix’.
Almanac Cricket: Why it’s too soon to unleash Cameron Green
November 11, 2020 by 4 Comments
Dan Hoban names his 17 man squad for the First Test in Adelaide. He also weighs in on the potential selection of Cameron Green.
Almanac Life (and Poetry): A Desert Poet – Jack Dodds
November 11, 2020 by 1 Comment
With Remembrance Day approaching, Nicole Kelly shares some poetry and diary extracts written by her great-grandfather Jack Dodds while he was on active duty at Tobruk during the Second World War.
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