Sean Mortell is a Melbourne lad but has always kept an eye on rugby league so that he always recognised the big names of Queensland’s decade of dominance. But what now with so many unfamiliar faces in the maroon? Read his description of a Game 1 of the 2019 State of Origin series which showed that Kevvy Walters has put together another fine team.
Almanac Rugby League – State of Origin I: New personnel, same result.
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Round 12 – Respite for some, game on for others.
June 6, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Half-way through the AFL Season 2019, a rest for some, game on for others. Round 12 will be another crucial round of football as teams fight to cement a position in the eight.
I was a teenage coach
June 6, 2019 by 13 Comments
Earl O’Neill responds to the sacking of Brendon Bolton in his usual salient and erudite manner.
Round 11 — Brisbane v Hawthorn: Umpires, Choirs and Winter Wear Buyers
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Life’s little annoyances seem to be everywhere for Igor02, but watching the resurgent Lions provides a welcomed respite. Sort of.
Almanac Lunch: With Andrew Rule – Friday 7 June at the North Fitzroy Arms Hotel
June 6, 2019 by 2 Comments
This Almanac lunch will be a beauty! Andrew Rule, one of Australia’s top journalists will be our special guest next Friday, 7th June, @ 1:00pm at the North Fitzroy Arms Hotel, 296 Rae St., North Fitzroy. Don’t miss out, book now!
Almanac Footy Books (and Lunches): An extract from Matt Zurbo’s ‘Heart & Soul’ – Ken Hunter
June 6, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Matt Zurbo spent many years chatting to footballers and produced a fine collection of the interviews. A new edition of the book Heart & Soul has been published by Geoff Slattery. This post includes an extract from the book – an interview with Ken Hunter. The book will be celebrated (launched?) at The Footy Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch at the North Fitzroy Arms on July 19. All welcome.
Another Almanac Footy mystery – What became of Shepparton Imperial Football Club?
June 6, 2019 by 6 Comments
Can you help to solve another footy mystery? The Footy Almanac seeks any information about the history of the Shepparton Imperial Football Club. Please contact us if you can.
Almanac Beer – Review: Coopers XPA
June 6, 2019 by 7 Comments
The V8 punch Mickey Randall was expecting from the new Coopers XPA beer was not to be, unfortunately for him, it was a lightweight punch, and left him at the starting line.
Carlton: Trust us, we’re professionals
June 6, 2019 by 21 Comments
“With this decision, the New Carlton has developed a very strong whiff of the Old Carlton. Which is no real shock, because some of the board actually are the Old Carlton. They’d just claimed they’d seen the light.” John Butler on the Old Dark Navy Blues.
Peter Argent’s SA Country Footy Yarns – Kersbrook Football Club: A True Family Club
June 6, 2019 by Leave a Comment
The Kersbrook Football Club in country SA has a great and proud history as Peter Argent reports.
Almanac Golf: Golf Capital – Lee6, six of the best and Cantlay’s Village
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Hamish Neal provides his regular look at the golf week that was, as well as the one coming. With particular attention paid to the curious case of Tiger’s old swing coach and the ‘Lees’.
2019 Cricket World Cup – Australia v Afghanistan: A nerve-settling start
June 5, 2019 by Leave a Comment
As Australia looks to its game against the West Indies, Sean Mortell reviews their opening win over Afghanistan.
Almanac Teams: The Last Noel
June 5, 2019 by 18 Comments
Have we seen the last Noel in AFL footy? Glen! is undeterred. Here’s his team of Noels.
World Footy: Yoshi steps out for the Hong Kong Dragons in Shanghai
June 5, 2019 by 7 Comments
In Shanghai for the Saints v Power game, Yoshi also had a full itinerary of socialising and playing footy for the Hong Kong Dragons. (I’m tired just reading this schedule – Ed).
Almanac Lunches: Syd Jackson, you star! And Andrew Rule on Friday (June 7).
June 5, 2019 by 1 Comment
Syd Jackson was a wonderful guest at lunch last Friday (May 31) and we are looking forward to hearing from Andrew Rule this Friday (June 7). I wonder whether Her Majesty has rung Andrew today?
Balcony Banter Round 10 – Richmond v Essendon: From Darwin to Dreamtime
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It’s a long way from Darwin to the MCG, especially for your first game of footy. Read about the adventures of two young Tiger fans at the Dreamtime game.
1973 Championship of Australia – Smoking, Tigers, Hidden Coaches
June 5, 2019 by 17 Comments
The best team in Australia in 1973 was decided between Richmond, Subiaco, Glenelg and Scottsdale (!) over two Adelaide October days. Swish brings us some extra colour on Adelaide Oval’s last splurge of big-time footy for a few decades.
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