Matt Zurbo turned on the TV on Queen’s Birthday to watch the battle within a battle. He gave the points to Max Gawn despite Brodie Grundy’s Collingwood winning the encounter.
Almanac Soccer – Deakin University Library’s Soccer Collection: Goals and Glory
June 11, 2019 by Leave a Comment
“Goals and Glory” is an exhibition of Association Football (soccer) history delved from the collections and sources at Deakin University in Geelong. Check out the details for further information about this must see exhibition.
AFL Fans Association (AFLFA) – Giving footy fans a voice: mid-season hits and misses in 2019
June 11, 2019 by Leave a Comment
The AFL Fans Association present their mid season report about the issues and concerns they have for the football loving community.
Neale Daniher – Big Freeze 5: “If you had one wish”
June 10, 2019 by 2 Comments
Coping with adversity; the courage and humility, the inspiration that is Neale Daniher.
Round 12 – Sydney v West Coast: If this is a team in transition, then a mighty Cheer Cheer for transition!
June 10, 2019 by 13 Comments
Happy Jan and Not Happy Jan all in the same piece. One part scary, one part delighted. But at least Jan’s developing Swans were on fire.
Almanac History: Two Mates
June 10, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Richard Davis tells the story of two footballers who played for Melbourne and then fought in World War II: Bluey Truscott and Wally Lock.
Round 12 – Adelaide v GWS: Orange for a night
June 9, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Bomber supporter Caspar McLeod needed the Giants to knock the Crows down a peg on Saturday night to boost his Dons’ September chances. To his chagrin, help was not to be forthcoming.
Round 12 – Richmond v Geelong: Constantly Moving On
June 9, 2019 by 2 Comments
The air of apprehension gradually gave way to the sweet smell of satisfaction — and a good feeling about the future — for Anna Pavlou as she watched her Cats on Friday night.
Round 12 – Richmond v Geelong: For the love of Patrick Naish
June 8, 2019 by Leave a Comment
The only positive for Richmond on a tough night against the powerful Geelong side was the debut of Ivanhoe local (and son of Chris) Patrick Naish, writes Tiger fan John Green.
Round 11 – St Kilda v Port Adelaide: More than a losing game
June 8, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Yoshi is becoming an internationally famous St Kilda supporter, recognised across the planet. This is his story of the Saints game in Shanghai where he got to chat with Saint Nick.
Almanac Food: Art and beauty in various forms
June 8, 2019 by 7 Comments
Ian Hauser is travelling in Europe and savouring the gastronomical delights on offer. Here he describes two very different set-course meals. [Very envious – Ed]
Round 12 – Sal’s Preview: The Wounded Edition
June 7, 2019 by 6 Comments
Sal is chirpy this morning as he previews Round 12. With the eyes of the footy world on his Carlton this week, he’s happy to offer his insights. And, as he points out, we’ll learn a bit about the Giants this weekend.
Almanac Rugby League – State of Origin I: New personnel, same result.
June 7, 2019 by Leave a Comment
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.
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.
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