Reflecting back on a famous Swans victory over a dominant Cats side in the 1960s, Jan Courtin had hopes the current iteration in red and white could stage a similar upset against the ladder-leaders. It was not to be, but the exercise gave her pause to think about the legacies of two of our finest ever players of Indigenous background – Goodes and Farmer.
Round 19 – Sydney v Geelong: Tomahawk’s 250th
July 29, 2019 by 1 Comment
Tom Hawkins – big game player – put on a clinic in his momentous 250th. His mates in the hoops were too good for a youthful Swans outfit too. Anna Pavlou on that game and the game’s most powerful forward, Tomahawk.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: AFL Rounds 19 and 20
July 29, 2019 by Leave a Comment
After another tough week for Pies fans, Cam Hooke looks forensically at what went wrong and where to next for Collingwood in Round 20.
Round 19 – Gold Coast Suns v Essendon: A massive test of character.
July 29, 2019 by 1 Comment
It was a nervous time for Caspar McLeod as the Bombers struggled against bottom side Gold Coast Suns in their Round 19 match. But goals in the dying moments got Essendon home, once again, as Caspar reports.
Round 19 – St. Kilda v Melbourne: Saints prevail against the Demons in see-sawing Saturday night struggle
July 28, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Victory brings a sweet taste to the mouth explains Braham Dabscheck as he reviews the Saints win over the Dees in their Round 19 clash.
Round 19 – Carlton v Adelaide: It’s nice to win, but…
July 28, 2019 by 4 Comments
Yvette Hollings has enjoyed the wins by her club Carlton of late but she has an issue with the club theme song as she explains.
Round 19 – Collingwood v Richmond: Shocker (Floreat Pica Society)
July 27, 2019 by 7 Comments
Richard Moody reports for the Floreat Pica Society, on a game that had him thankful for “lessons learnt at an early age about resilience.”
Gaelic football v Aussie Rules: Is there a connection?
July 26, 2019 by 1 Comment
Browny has come up with a thought-provoking argument that looks at the similarities between the beginnings and development of Gaelic and Australian Football over the years since the mid 19th century.
Round 19 – Sal’s Preview: Mid-season Trading = Mid-season Mayhem
July 26, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Need help with your tipping? Sal Ciardulli looks at all the Round 19 matches presenting his thoughts of the likely outcomes this weekend to help you make your selections.
Round 18 – Fearless 2019: Congratulations to Mack Horton and the British bloke…
July 26, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Fearless presents his thoughts about the Round 18 results. He’s also had a look at The Final Quarter. Read what he has to say.
The ultimate injured testicle listicle
July 25, 2019 by 7 Comments
What is a testicle listicle? ‘Listicles are often derided — quite fairly — as cheap, lazy content,’ writes Gigs. ‘But as someone who is cheap and lazy, and who loves lists and writing articles, I find the idea of creating one kind of attractive. For me, though, it has to be a listicle with a twist.’ Read on with caution – only Gigs could come up with this one which includes suffering sportsmen like Scott Thompson and Bumble!
Round 19 – Another cut throat round of matches!: Who’ll hold their nerve?
July 25, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Round 19 is setting out to be another cut throat round of footy as teams vie for a position in the final 8.
Henry and the Jets: Heathmont, romanticised.
July 25, 2019 by 1 Comment
Buildings come and buildings go, but it’s what they’re about and what they mean that counts. Deakin Uni student Henry Ballard takes a romantic’s perspective of all that matters about Heathmont’s H.E. Parker Reserve.
Balcony Banter – Round 18 Geelong v Hawthorn: Puppy Love
July 25, 2019 by Leave a Comment
MCC member and die-hard Hawk Grant Fraser took in Liam Shiel’s 200th game at the ‘G’ and was happy to see Hawthorn’s win over the Cats. Are the Hawks still a chance for the finals?
Almanac Life: The value of a smile when life is a big issue
July 25, 2019 by 12 Comments
‘Over ten years, what started as a business transaction between us has morphed into something that can’t be costed. And demonstrates once again the powerful conduit of sport in the priceless act of human connection.’ Tess Pryor shares with us her poignant experiences with Craig, one of the characters of Lygon St.
Round 18 – St Kilda v Western Bulldogs: More than just a win
July 25, 2019 by 2 Comments
A week is a long time in football. Just ask Yoshi, the club’s biggest international fan. After the angst of last week, Saints fans are up in the clouds. Here’s Yoshi’s take on the week.
Bachar Houli, the Tigers’ run-and-carry man extraordinaire, hits 200 games
July 25, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Richmond’s Bachar Houli plays his 200th AFL game tomorrow night when the Tigers meet the Magpies. Kate Birrell’s beautiful image leads the Almanac’s salute to one of the League’s silky-smooth, rebounding champions.
Almanac Cricket: Pick your Ashes Squad – one last chance
July 25, 2019 by 11 Comments
Back in February, Almanac editor Ian Hauser put out a challenge to cricket fans to pick their Ashes squad. With just a fortnight to go until the First Test gets underway, here’s your last chance to enter this Almanac competition. Read on for more details.
Haiku Bob – Round 18: tail end of winter
July 25, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Winter gloom envelopes Haiku Bob as his team slips away after a proper Round 18 soaking.
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