Craig Litza Little discusses the nature of contemporary sportswriting at a time when in both the US and Australia there is reflection on how it has changed since the 1980s. He looks at a new book to be published by Geoff Slattery (with Russell Jackson heavily involved) and the recent coverage of Tom Boyd’s retirement as stimulus for the discussion.
Round 9 – Collingwood v St Kilda: Floreat Pica Society report from Steve Fahey
May 20, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Steve Fahey reports for The Floreat Pica Society about Collingwood’s stylish excellence with their victory over the Saints in their Round 9 clash.
Round 9 – Essendon v Fremantle: Election Footy
May 19, 2019 by Leave a Comment
At the very least, Caspar McLeod was able to enjoy one winner on Saturday
Round 9 – Collingwood v St Kilda: Yoshi Curse Established?
May 19, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Yoshi works on developing his footy skills but his Saints are letting him down.
RIP Hawkie – The Punter’s Pal
May 17, 2019 by 14 Comments
Bob Hawke was the greatest Australian of Peter Baulderstone’s lifetime. He reminisces about Canberra politics in the 1980’s and the great man’s love of sport and people. Hawke’s prodigious achievements and his all too human failings made most Australians fall in love with him. (Share your memories of Hawke the man, politician and sports lover – Ed.)
Everyday Obituaries: Brendan ‘Bourkie’ Bourke
May 17, 2019 by 4 Comments
Bourkie, one of life’s great characters, died a few weeks ago. His funeral was a magnificent tribute to his rich life. This is PJ Brangan’s eulogy introduced by John Harms.
Round 9 – Sal’s Preview: Taking a good hard look at themselves
May 17, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Sal Ciardulli has gone the way of most tipsters – with the home teams. Is there an upset in there somewhere? [Please, someone, argue the case for an underdog.]
Haiku Bob – Round 8: moments that linger
May 17, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Haiku Bob recreates the tension of an unexpectedly close day at the footy.
Round 9 – A critical round of matches for some clubs this weekend.
May 16, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Who will be the winners in the Round 9 matches this weekend?
The 2019 Grantland Rice Cup
May 16, 2019 by 2 Comments
Earl O’Neill scans the footy writing landscape for writers he likes to read. He’s found he has to dig deep.
Almanac Golf: Golf Capital – Shifting majors, shifting coaches
May 16, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Hamish Neal weighs in on this weekend’s new date for the PGA Championship and what’s been happening in professional golf.
The Wrap – A letter from the Saloon Bar
May 16, 2019 by 3 Comments
The Wrap returns. Drawn from his Pooncarie lair by the state of AFL affairs, he isn’t holding back.
Fearless – Round 8 Review: Stop the fights at the footy for Christ’s sake!
May 16, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Fearless gives his traditional thumbnail appraisal of each of the Round 8 games.
Round 8 – Fremantle v Richmond: Some crazy time slot late on Mothers Day
May 15, 2019 by Leave a Comment
It was a crucial win for the Tigers, but Sam Steele is no fan of Mothers Day footy.
Player tribute: Vale Grigga
May 15, 2019 by 7 Comments
Sam Steele pays tribute to the retiring Shaun Grigg.
Social Commentary: What do Dane Rampe, Danny Baker, Israel Folau, Chris Gayle, and Count Dankula have in common?
May 15, 2019 by 5 Comments
Does the rush to react to controversial comments help or hinder mutual understanding? Michael Viljoen gives his view on some recent examples of speech which has attracted official sanction.
Honestly…
Old Dog has had a gutful of the haters in the peanut (comments) gallery. Herein lies his opine on D.Rampe, characters and missed opportunities…