Jonny Hyde is an elder statesman in the Wangaratta District Cricket Association and still makes his mark. KB Hill brings us up to date with a recent performance by the veteran.
ICC Women’s T20 World Cup – No certainties: Australia not at its best as India sets the pace
February 26, 2020 by 19 Comments
Liam Hauser updates all the latest results from the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup with his reviews of the matches so far played, and looks at India and their star leggie Poonam Yadav. [Nice summary and the comments thread is worth reading – especially discussion of Yadav and accompanying highlights – Ed]
Almanac (Club) Basketball: Missed it by that much! Another chapter in the life of ‘Not Bad Thanks’
February 26, 2020 by 1 Comment
‘Not Bad Thanks’ were in the running for another basketball premiership. But, in the words of that great philosopher Maxwell Smart, they “missed it by that much.” Graeme Willingham reports (from the floor). [They’re officially nuts – Ed]
Almanac Rugby League – Season 2020 germinates but also experiences a loss
February 26, 2020 by Leave a Comment
The 2020 rugby league season is slowly gaining momentum. Correspondent Ian Hauser looks back at three significant events from the last few days.
The Parade College Writing Workshop – Luca Falvo: Queen – above and beyond
February 26, 2020 by 2 Comments
Parade College Grade 9 student Luca Falvo touches on his love for Queen and the memories he has of being introduced to them by his father.
Almanac Cricket History: Remembering Betty Wilson (by Laura Jolly)
February 26, 2020 by 4 Comments
First published at cricket.com.au, this piece by Laura Jolly tells the story of Betty Wilson.
Daisy Pearce
February 26, 2020 by 3 Comments
Daisy Pearce has returned to the AFLW this season, stamping her class on the competition immediately. Damian Balassone penned these words a couple of years ago but they still ring true today.
The Parade College Writing Workshop – Rowan Saw: NSW v Victoria Sheffield Shield clash
February 26, 2020 by 2 Comments
Victoria managed to defeat a strong NSW side in the Sheffield Shield last week. Grade 9 Parade College student Rowan Saw recaps the match and details the momentum swings throughout the encounter.
AFLW Round 3 – Fremantle v Collingwood: Someone turned the pressure on
February 25, 2020 by 2 Comments
WA correspondent Les Everett reports on the Round 3 AFLW clash between Fremantle and Collingwood, with the Dockers just getting home over the Pies.
“It’s Cold” – our Arctic correspondent responds to “It’s Hot” by John Harms
February 25, 2020 by 5 Comments
Richard Marlow, snow bound in Canada’s Arctic North West Territories, responds to ‘It’s Hot!’ by John Harms.
AFLW Round 3 – Geelong v Adelaide: Heartbroken Cats denied a last chance to snatch points.
February 24, 2020 by 3 Comments
Courtney Santospirito has a few musings on the quality Round 3 clash that went down to the wire between the Cats and Crows at Kardinia.
AFLW Round 3 – St Kilda v Melbourne: Upset win over Demons gives early Birthday present
February 24, 2020 by 4 Comments
Yoshi has just celebrated his birthday in style with a first ever win by his Saints in the AFLW – it was a tough contest, but one which he won’t soon forget.
The Parade College Writing Workshop – Lewis Sebben: My basketball semi-final
February 24, 2020 by 2 Comments
Parade College Grade 9 student Lewis Sebben had an intense basketball semi-final. Managing to click in the second half, his team flew into the lead on the back of Lewis’ prolific scoring.
The Parade College Writing Workshop – Laird Ramshaw: My Under 14 Premiership triumph
February 24, 2020 by 3 Comments
Living every kid’s dream, Grade 9 Parade College student Laird Ramshaw got to play in a Grand Final for his beloved Fitzroy Junior FC. With the match coming down to the wire, Laird had to step up and get his team back into the contest. [Sounds like a thriller Laird – JTH}
Almanac Ice Hockey: Bear Necessities
February 24, 2020 by 3 Comments
Tom Bally has all your Australian Ice Hockey League needs covered…you didn’t realise there *was* an ice hockey league here? He’s got you covered there too, as he only recently discovered its existence – but is now hooked!
AFLW Round 3 – St Kilda v Melbourne: Saints early candidate as AFLW Friday night specialists in percentage boosting win against the Demons – come on, give me some slack it was the Saints first ever win
February 23, 2020 by 3 Comments
Braham Dabscheck is impressed with his Saints team, and the tactics of coach Peta Searle, as they secure a hard-fought upset win at Moorabbin.
The tuck rule, a fight against all odds and iron-willed determination – the unlikely makings of Tom Brady and the New England dynasty
February 22, 2020 by 1 Comment
It might look as if Tom Brady had an easy run to NFL success but the back story tells a different tale. Sean Mortell gives us the full details of Brady’s determined rise to fame and fortune.
Almanac Cricket – Speeches given on the occasion of Betty Wilson being inducted into the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame
February 22, 2020 by 12 Comments
With the women’s T20 World Cup currently being played across Australia, let’s revisit the night Betty Wilson, one of the greatest female players of all time, was inducted into the Australian Cricket Hall of Fame. David Wilson shares the text of speeches given on the occasion – including one by his Dad, Ken – Betty’s nephew. [Wonderful – JTH]
The Arctic Almanacker reflects on life in the North West Territories
February 22, 2020 by 2 Comments
Richard Marlow has time to reflect on life as he continues his work in the far north of Canada. He appreciates the support and camaraderie of the Almanac community.
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