Glen looks back fifty years to a time of political upheaval and couches some footy against it for good measure
Round 15 – Adelaide v West Coast: The Fat Lady Sings
July 2, 2018 by 6 Comments
Peter Baulderstone is on holidays on the beach in Broome. His Eagles joined him sitting about doing nothing much in the last quarter on Saturday.
Vale Evelyn — a champion mum
July 2, 2018 by 14 Comments
Gigs pays tribute to his beloved mother who passed away early on Sunday morning. She was a true champion. [Our condolences Gigs – JTH]
Oldest surviving footballers (and can you help?)
July 2, 2018 by 2 Comments
Thanks to some wonderful work from AFL statistician Col Hutchinson and several others, we’d like to present a list of the oldest surviving footballers and invite you to get involved by sharing any insights or tales you have about them.
SANFL Round 12 – Port Adelaide v Norwood: Beating Port by Two Eight Points
July 2, 2018 by 25 Comments
Malcolm Ashwood ventured out to the Alberton Oval to see his Norwood team win their 7th successive game with their triumph over the Power/Magpies. He also gives us a reminder of the “Count Me In” MND fundraiser day this coming Saturday at the Norwood v Adelaide clash at Norwood Oval. Get behind this worthy cause.
Oldest surviving footballers – Full list
July 1, 2018 by 7 Comments
A companion piece for the oldest surviving footballers, this is the list of all the players provided for the Almanac, including some who may or may not be still with us. Get in touch if you have any knowledge about them or others we might have missed.
Almanac (Footy) Poetry – The Rhymer: The Dropkick
July 1, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Another ripper from The Rhymer, a tribute to WA exponents of the droppy.
Round 15 – Richmond v Sydney: The ghosts of campaigns past
June 30, 2018 by 2 Comments
John Green harks back to the `30s when Richmond and South Melbourne were great rivals while telling the story of a high-quality match under the roof at Etihad.
Round 15 – Richmond v Sydney: A road trip and a Richmond idiot
June 29, 2018 by 11 Comments
It was all too scary and “unbelievable” for Jan as the Tigers flexed their muscles to defeat her Swans.
Round 15 – Richmond v Sydney: Red-blooded humanity amidst the gloom.
June 29, 2018 by 5 Comments
For Stainless, Docklands Stadium despite its many re-brandings,has always been a cold, soulless venue as he recalls a disproportionate number of serious, freakish injuries on its hard, patchy surface sustained by Richmond players. But, Stainless was more than happy by the team’s performance against the Swans.
The Blue & The Gold: A Win for the Ages
June 29, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Smokie revisits the memorable Williamstown CYMS Grand Final victory of 2009 against Peninsula.
Martin Flanagan: In defence of grass roots footy
June 29, 2018 by 10 Comments
If you missed Martin Flanagan’s Norm Smith Oration toast, or would just like to revisit it, we now have vision to go with the words. Martin reminds those charged with looking after the administration (and commerce) of the game that they ignore grass roots football at their peril.
Half Way Cat Report
June 29, 2018 by 7 Comments
Reviewing Geelong’s performance at the half way mark of the season, Paul has seen enough to suggest the Cats can be more than successfully mediocre, especially once some experienced players return from injury. Though, the elephant it still in the change room. Is it hungry?
There’s still time to have your say at the AFL Fans Association Forum
June 29, 2018 by 2 Comments
Yvette Wroby and other Almanackers attended the AFL Fans Association Inaugural Fans Forum last Sunday. We were moderators on the day. You have your chance now to have your say, as we all did. Copy and paste and speak your mind. A collated document, without names, will be read by Head Office so here’s your chance to give your thoughts. Clocks ticking. Get them in soon.
Floreat Pica Society: Round 14, Collingwood v Carlton
June 28, 2018 by Leave a Comment
The Floreat Pica Society report on the traditional grudge match against the Blues – the most hated club by a long stretch for Pie supporters. Other teams just don’t cut it when it comes to the level of sheer, naked hate Collingwood supporters have for the men in Blue.
Fearless: 2018 Round13- The Bye Rounds #3…how many umpires do you need?
June 28, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Fearless has something to say about umpires and rule changes, as well as reviewing Round 14 games.
Round 15 – Comment: Fixing a glaring problem
Anne Cahill Lambert is being driven nuts by the AFLM commentary. She took it all in on Friday night.