There is plenty to talk about after Round 8 of the NRL season. The Almanac’s rugby league editor gives his take on it all.
Almanac Rugby League – A classic, a calamity and a controversy: Another week in rugby league
July 7, 2020 by 1 Comment
Almanac Rugby League: A forward explains rugby league
July 7, 2020 by 1 Comment
There are factions within rugby league. They’re called ‘forwards’ and ‘backs’. Here’s how it all evolved.
Almanac Book Review: ‘Fitzroy’s Fabulous Century: the 100 Greatest Victories 1897-1996.’
July 7, 2020 by 3 Comments
Royboy Adam Muyt (author of the acclaimed ‘Maroon and Blue’) reviews Fitzroy Pete’s recently released book ‘Fitzroy’s Fabulous Century’. [Gives it a big tick too – Ed]
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 15 – Geelong v Collingwood: A Victorian blockbuster, like they used to be
July 7, 2020 by 1 Comment
A wonderful 2007 day saw flag fancies Geelong and Collingwood fight for favouritism. Passing their acid test, Christopher Riordan lauded Geelong’s even performance.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 15 – St Kilda v Adelaide: Perfect for a winter’s night
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The 2007 St Kilda and Adelaide clash didn’t promise much. But John Harms was left pleasantly surprised by the winter thriller.
The 2020 Furphy Literary Award short list announced
July 7, 2020 by 1 Comment
No doubt Almanac writers threw their hat in the ring of the Furphy Literary Award. It has been an enormous success with 850 entries (and a further 250 entries in the junior sections). Here are the short lists. The winners will be announced later this month and the virtual presentation will occur on July 25.
The Footy Almanac 2007 – Ladder after Round 14
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The ladder is starting to take shape in the 2007 season. Follow the Footy Almanac’s coverage of the year as it continues to unfold.
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.
Round 5 – Brisbane v Port Adelaide: The paranoia of premiership favouritism
July 6, 2020 by 3 Comments
Something of a superstitious ritual is unfolding for Shane Reid as his Lions are yet to drop a game since he first wrote an Almanac match report. The Brothers Berry and co. made Port look second rate at The Gabba, prompting him to fire up the keyboard again this week.
Round 5 – Brisbane v Port Adelaide: Top of the Table – a Story of Two Defences
July 6, 2020 by 5 Comments
After Brisbane’s resounding victory over Port Adelaide (typified by Brisbane’s superior defence), Royboy Phil Hill is extremely confident in their chances for season 2020.
Round 5 – West Coast v Sydney: There’s been a long time between drinks!
July 5, 2020 by 2 Comments
Cathi Johnston was nervous about her Eagles’ poor start to 2020. A massively improved performance on Saturday against Sydney gave her reason to hope that a return to Optus Stadium could kickstart West Coast’s season.
Round 5 – Brisbane v Port Adelaide: Where does that leave us now?
July 5, 2020 by 2 Comments
With the crowds back and some free-flowing footy being played, Sam Evans is loving the Lions’ approach to the 2020 season. Their win against the ladder-leading Port Adelaide gave him hope.
Round 5 – Collingwood v Essendon: A shocker in the rain (Floreat Pica Society)
July 5, 2020 by 2 Comments
Going into Friday’s clash expecting a classy win, Richard Moody was shocked with what his Pies dished up. His FPS report details the varying emotions he experienced as Collingwood rallied to make a late comeback.
Round 5 – Collingwood v Essendon: Give me Julia and Maynard ahead of cold Pies
July 5, 2020 by 5 Comments
The Pies toyed with Sean Mortell’s emotions on Friday night, although he’s willing to admit the Bombers deserved to win.
Round 5 – Carlton v St Kilda: Could we back up?
July 4, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Coming off a couple of good wins, Matt Harvey’s Carlton couldn’t make up the ground as the Saints proved too strong at Marvel Stadium.
Round 5 – Collingwood v Essendon: Catching That Winter Sun
July 4, 2020 by 8 Comments
Nicole Kelly spends time with the kids at Port Fairy getting herself ready for the Pies clash against Essendon. The joy of the beach and the winter sunshine were the holiday highlights. Apart from young Daicos, the match wasn’t.
Round 5 – Brisbane v Port Adelaide (a sort of preview): And so it goes
July 4, 2020 by 5 Comments
Shane Reid considers local footy in Gippsland, carries out a holiday ritual, and prepares for the top-of-the-ladder clash between his Lions and Port Adelaide. [Excellent pic of Won Wron footy ground – JTH]
Sam Newman, Don Scott and Mike Sheahan apologise to Nicky Winmar
July 3, 2020 by 5 Comments
This speaks for itself.
Almanac Cricket: Sir Everton Weekes – a tribute
July 3, 2020 by 10 Comments
Bob Utber is one of the lucky few who got to watch the West Indies’ three W’s tour Australia in 1951-52. Although the late Sir Everton Weekes may not have flourished down under, he still left his mark on Aussie crowds.
Round 5 – Carlton v St Kilda: Saints demonstrate new brand of footy and rise up to Top Four
July 3, 2020 by 4 Comments
The change of schedule suited Yoshi just fine, as did the result.
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