It was a watershed day out west in 2007 when Nathan Hollier watched the Eagles finish their home and away campaign. The story wasn’t on them, as the great Kevin Sheedy and James Hird both farewelled adoring fans.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 22 – West Coast v Essendon: A final memory
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Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 13 Review – Round 14 Preview
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Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life reviews Round 13, and previews Round 14 match against Carlton.
Round 14 – Footy Fixture: Who, where, and when?
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Footy Fixture for Round 14 2020.
Round 13 – Collingwood v North Melbourne: Zooming
August 25, 2020 by 7 Comments
Like everyone at the moment, Andrew Fithall caught up with some old uni mates via Zoom to watch his Pies play North. And like all good uni mates, his only have nicknames.
Almanac Poetry: Bushranger Harry Power
August 25, 2020 by 4 Comments
Kevin Densley shares the story of Harry Power in his poem this week, the ‘tutor’ of Ned Kelly.
Almanac Rugby League – NRL Round 15 Wrap: Most interest is to be found off the field
August 25, 2020 by Leave a Comment
In the NRL’s Round 15, the margins on the field were mostly clear cut. It’s what’s happening off the field that is attracting the most attention. Liam Hauser sums it up.
Round 13 – Collingwood v North Melbourne: 30 candles and 30 points
August 25, 2020 by 6 Comments
Danielle Hakim worries about life and reaching her 30th birthday in a couple of years time. Her woes are soon forgotten when the footy’s on, Collingwood is playing, and she is cheering on her favourite player, Brayden Maynard.
Almanac Snooker – World Championships: The greatest frame ever?
August 24, 2020 by 2 Comments
Snooker got a run on Offsiders recently, thanks to the ABC’s Catherine Murphy. What had followed later that week, in the semi-finals, is already regarded as one of the greatest frames of snooker ever – the decider between Kyren Wilson and Anthony McGill. You can see it here.
Round 14 – Scores and Reports
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Round 14 2020 scores and game reports.
Round 13 – Brisbane v St Kilda: Losses & the past don’t change anything; we have to see positive
August 24, 2020 by Leave a Comment
It wasn’t the result Yoshi wanted and there are things he wishes his Saints would do better, but he still thinks finals are on the horizon. Like many other St Kilda fans, the story of Robert Muir affected Yoshi deeply too.
Round 13 – Brisbane v St. Kilda: The Sir Doug Nicholls Round: Here’s to you Robert Muir, St. Kilda’s number 32
August 24, 2020 by 1 Comment
There was already a sense of significance to this game between two of the best teams going around, both which feature Indigenous players in key roles; Russell Jackson’s article on former Saint Robert Muir made it moreso for Braham Dabscheck.
From North Fitzroy to the stands of Sao Paulo
August 24, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Anthony Perkins is a massive fan of Sao Paulo FC in Brazil – find out how he’ll be supporting his side from Australia during the pandemic!
The Solace of Words
August 24, 2020 by 13 Comments
Words from Nicole Kelly to all of the Almanackers and beyond; words for the soul and self too. An especially poignant reflection on something fundamental and irrepressible yet close and personal to so many of us. [I feel privileged to have read them – Ed.]
Almanac (Footy) History: Syd Jackson in Canberra
August 24, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Plenty of footy fans have shared their love this week for Carlton premiership player, Wongi man and Indigenous team of the century member Syd Jackson – Laurie Laffan adds that years after Syd hung up the boots for the Blues, he played a role in ACT footy.
Round 13 – Brisbane v St Kilda: ‘O Captain! My Captain…’ a barbaric yawp from the virtual classroom to the coaches’ box
August 23, 2020 by 7 Comments
Year 12 English (Lit) teacher Shane Reid finds a message for his students in goal-kicking, while recognising that the likes of Leigh Matthews and Chris Fagan are fine teachers (and psychologists).
Round 13 – Essendon v Richmond: Dreamtime at Darwin’s `G
August 23, 2020 by 2 Comments
Rod Oaten was hoping the Bombers’ Dreamtime luck might change with the game played at a different venue. It was not to be, but Rod did enjoy the spectacle of the game, especially the Welcome Ceremony.
Almanac Soccer: Love in the time of COVID – an A-League tale
August 23, 2020 by 10 Comments
Today (Sunday) at 6pm, Western United play Brisbane Roar in the second elimination final of the A-League. Steve Fahey has become a genuine fan of the new club. He explains the origin and development of his affection.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 22 – Richmond v St Kilda: Farewells and flags far in the future
August 23, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Tony Roberts made his last trek to the ‘G for the 2007 season, and watched St Kilda narrowly avoid disaster as they farewelled a Saints champion.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 22 – Collingwood v Adelaide: A nightclub vibe for two finals bound sides
August 23, 2020 by Leave a Comment
A relaxed atmosphere, a lacklustre Collingwood and an outraged fan. What more could Matt O’Connor possibly have to deal with when watching his Pies take on the Crows in 2007?
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