A round that began on Thursday finally finished last night. A taste of things to come, as the AFL seeks to squeeze a season into an unpredictable social landscape. Sean Mortell reviews Round 7.
Round 7 Review – Pies and Tigers replace some dropping teams at the top
July 21, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Round 7 – Geelong v Collingwood: A Magpie Moment
July 21, 2020 by 12 Comments
It’s hard to get into the theatre of footy when every game is seen from the couch, but Luke Reynolds has found some joy in some old Pies names starring on centre stage of a big win over the Cats.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 17 – Carlton v St Kilda: No luck, not enough tall options
July 21, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Christopher Riordan lived the life of a Carlton supporter, enjoying the positives only to fall just short to the Saints in a thrilling 2007 clash.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 17 – Western Bulldogs v West Coast: The underperforming Bulldogs of old
July 21, 2020 by Leave a Comment
John Weldon was used to the Bulldogs performing poorly and getting away with it. But in 2007, with his Dogs pushing for finals, an unacceptable loss undid all of their good work.
The Footy Almanac 2007 – Ladder after Round 16
July 21, 2020 by Leave a Comment
The 2007 season, as covered by The Footy Almanac, is continuing to produce thrilling high-scoring contests. Take a look at the ladder before heading into a crucial Round 17.
Almanac Rugby League: New ladder leader in the NRL
July 20, 2020 by 2 Comments
The Penrith Panthers moved to the top of the NRL ladder after the Parramatta Eels and Sydney Roosters suffered shock defeats. Liam Hauser takes a look at Round 10 of the competition in a year where the good are quite good and the less said about the bad, the better.
Marvel
July 20, 2020 by 5 Comments
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.
Round 7 – Geelong v Collingwood: A boxing bout with the mentality of chess at Collingwood’s second home
July 20, 2020 by 2 Comments
Sean Mortell shares his thoughts on the Pies’ win at their “home away from home” in the west, with a liberal serving of one of the world’s oldest games the colour the report [Reminiscent of ‘Chessboxing’ – Ed.]
Round 7 – Carlton v Port Adelaide: We were so close
July 20, 2020 by 3 Comments
Another twist in an already twisted season saw Tony Reed hit the road from the Sunny Coast down to Brisbane to watch his Blues front up to the top side Port. With never much more than a kick in it, the emotional tension accompanying the closing moments was palpable for both sets of fans.
Almanac Cricket: ‘For Those Who Wait’ by Barry Nicholls
July 20, 2020 by Leave a Comment
South Australian Barry Nicholls has written a biography of Barry Jarman.
[This piece was first published in 2012 – Barry Nicholls now broadcasts for the ABC in Perth]
Round 7 – GWS v Brisbane Lions: A Bespoke Football Experience
July 20, 2020 by 2 Comments
William Westerman was one of the lucky few who got to travel up to Giants’ Stadium and watch his Lions take on GWS. With more space and room to cheer, William watched his Lions give an improved performance.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 7 review, Round 8 preview
July 19, 2020 by Leave a Comment
A strong Thursday night win for the Pies leaves Cam Hooke chuffed. Looking forward to a date with the Eagles, Cam is right on his Magpies to keep winning.
Round 7 – GWS v Brisbane: Lockdown
July 19, 2020 by 4 Comments
Derrinalphil was an obsessive Roys supporter and morphed into a Brisbane Lions supporter. He’s impressed witht heir form.
Round 7 – GWS v Brisbane: One week at a time in lady liberty’s new heartland
July 19, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Is the AFL like the Black Night from ‘Monty Python and the Holy Grail’ asks Lions fan Shane Reid (in an amusing take on the certainty of the AFL competition continuing)? And then describes the fine win of Brisbane over rivals GWS. [Entertaining match report and comment – Ed]
Almanac History: VFL Footballers at the Battle of Fromelles July 19 1916
July 19, 2020 by 5 Comments
The Battle of Fromelles in World War I, July 1916, resulted in tragic loss of Australian soldiers’ lives, including some VFL footballers. Allan Grant has completed this new article in remembrance of those men.
Round 7 – Geelong v Collingwood: Foggy Days
July 17, 2020 by 8 Comments
Nicole Kelly has plenty of time for reflection on her daily commute, getting home and watching the Pies have a good win was just the tonic she needed.
Round 7 – Geelong v Collingwood: Strong win in the West for Pies (Floreat Pica Society)
July 17, 2020 by 1 Comment
Rory Adams reports on behalf of the Floreat Pica Society about Collingwood’s impressive victory against Geelong in their Round 7 match in Perth.
Almanac Flashback: Fishing for a non-fisherman
July 17, 2020 by 7 Comments
WARNING: This story filled with beautiful images of sunsets, good red and fishing off the coast of WA will likely exacerbate any Monday morning back-to-work gloom you are feeling. Col reprises a story from a few years ago.
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