The Second Test of the summer is upon us. Keen to pen a few words about the action? We welcome nominations.
The Video James Corner: Believe it or not, esports has rules
November 27, 2019 by 1 Comment
Like any competitive sport or game, cheating also occurs in esports highlighting the need for rules James Bosco explains in his weekly segment.
What’s in the WAFL 2019? – AFL prospects: by Les Everett
November 26, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Les Everett nominates the WAFL players he believes most likely to attract the attention of AFL recruiters.
Almanac Cricket – Free Beer and Law 42
November 26, 2019 by 6 Comments
Phil Hill is a cricket umpire who loves the game however there’s one thing that really riles him, and that’s the Laws of Cricket, or at least, some of them. Find out why.
Almanac Cricket – Australia v Pakistan: First Test Day 4 at the ‘Gabba
November 24, 2019 by 8 Comments
Spirited innings from both Babar and Rizwan were not enough for Pakistan as they finally succumb, losing outright to the Aussies on Day 4 at the ‘Gabba as Citrus Bob reports.
Almanac Cricket – Australia v Pakistan: First Test Day 3 at the ‘Gabba
November 23, 2019 by 4 Comments
Hans Solo, Obi-wan-Kenobi, trumpets, and the troopers are all a part of Day 3 at the ‘Gabba as the Aussies plunder the Pakistani bowlers to produce a huge score as Citrus Bob reports.
Almanac Cricket – Australia v Pakistan: First Test Day 2 at the ‘Gabba
November 22, 2019 by 3 Comments
The Aussies are headed for a substantial lead in the First Test as they plunder the Pakistani bowlers at the ‘Gabba on Day 2 reports Citrus Bob.
Almanac Cricket – Australia v Pakistan: First Test Day 1 Review
November 21, 2019 by 9 Comments
Bob Utber reviews the first day of play Australia v Pakistan in the first test at the ‘Gabba after his long trip to Brisbane.
Almanac Cricket – Gabba Test XI: the greatest performance in the greatest match
November 21, 2019 by 6 Comments
Dave Brown kicks off the Test season by selecting his best XIs for both Australia and Pakistan, based on performances at the ‘Gabba.
Almanac Cricket – Australia v Pakistan: First Test – The ‘Gabba Blog
November 21, 2019 by 19 Comments
The 2019/20 Summer of Test cricket gets underway this morning at the ‘Gabba and the Almanac continues its practice of giving you the opportunity to add your comments via our rolling blog as play unfolds.
‘Danny recalls the night he clinched the belt….’ by KB Hill
November 21, 2019 by 2 Comments
KB Hill tells the tale of Danny Carey, a likeable larrikin of a lad whose many sporting talents weren’t always fulfilled. He was, however, the Heavyweight Champion of the Riverina at one stage.
Almanac Baseball: ABL Talking Points
November 21, 2019 by 1 Comment
With the Australian Baseball League season about to get underway, Brian the Ruminator shares his thoughts on what to look out for as the maple bats and cowhide balls take to the diamond. (He has a weakness for the Kiwi cricketers, too.)
Series preview – Australia v Pakistan: Summer sneaks upon us
November 20, 2019 by 9 Comments
In a summer where mental health has caused more discussion than the cricket, the First Test is upon us. John Butler looks at what may lie ahead.
Almanac Cricket – A view of Australia from fine leg: Match 3 – Payneham Cricket Club
November 20, 2019 by 2 Comments
Craig Dodson has completed Game 3 on his summer-long cricketing odyssey, the object of which is to play for 10 different cricket clubs across several States and raise funds for charity along the way.
The Video James Corner: The esports played Down Under
November 20, 2019 by Leave a Comment
James Bosco continues his weekly column The Video James Corner about Esports, this week looking at the sport here in Australia.
SACA Annual Report 1983/84: Same As It Ever Was
November 19, 2019 by 10 Comments
The SACA, Adelaide Oval, cricket and West End Light loomed large in 1983/84. Here’s Swish letting those days go by. Come for Bish, stay for Don O’Connor, marvel at Craig Bradley’s straight outta Pooraka poodle mullet. And see if you can spot Boz Maloney. Sponsored by West End Light – the Right Light.
Tigers’ or Tigers Almanac: ambiguity and the apostrophe (RESOLVED)
November 19, 2019 by 13 Comments
Tigers’ or Tigers? It’s an interesting discussion.
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