Jack Banister writes poignantly of his Grandma, going to the footy and visiting her in Middle Park.
AFL: The state of the game and the truth of the matter.
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“Football is not a game of rules, it is a collection of understandings.” Has the AFL confused guiding the game with ruling the game? Some impassioned observations from Dips O’Donnell.
Almanac Fiction – Daz Cooper Chapter 6: Rivers of suggestion
June 15, 2018 by 2 Comments
Daz Cooper returns – and he’s in class. His story is changing direction.
The World Cup Alphabet: Z is for…
June 15, 2018 by 11 Comments
Dennis Gedling writes of the troubled 1974 Zaire World Cup team, the legendary Zidane and makes some observations about the Socceroos.
Flying North For The Winter (The CYs Preview)
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The annual migration to warmer climes has commenced. The CY’s are not alone in dealing with this issue, but will be particularly hard hit in the next few weeks
Almanac Book Review – Joe Gorman on Australian Soccer
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Andy Fuller enjoys Joe Gorman’s well-researched and clearly written book on the rich and complex history of soccer in Australia.
Almanac Rugby League – State of Origin: Game 2 selections
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This weekend, selectors choose their squads for State of Origin Game 2 in Sydney on 24 June. Ian Hauser thinks the two selection committees face contrasting challenges.
Sponsorship and Donation – Yarra Wildbeasts
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The South Sudanese community is using basketball as a means of strengthening families and community. This is a worthy program in search of further support: find out about this great, local initiative and how you can help.
Round 12: Melbourne v Collingwood – ‘Come on…!’
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It may surprise some but there just might be more important things in life than footy. Joseph Ryan gives another perspective after a frustrating visit to the ‘G’.
Almanac Soccer: The World Cup – not always so glorious
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With only hours to go until the 2018 World Cup kicks off, this sobering reflection by Roy Hay reminds us of some of the less salubrious moments in the history of The World Game.
Watching the Game, Live and Free
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Monday’s FreezeMND game has Kate Birrell reflecting on the what we can take for granted, and how sports spectating fits into a healthy life balance.
Round 13 Preview: Welcome to the Future
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Sal Ciardulli ponders the future electronic provision of sport before launching into his predictions for this week.
Round 12 – St Kilda v Sydney: ‘I am really depressed,’ he says.
June 14, 2018 by 8 Comments
Yvette Wroby didn’t make it to the game on Saturday night, a rarity in itself. But she has talked and listened to heaps of Saints supporters this week. If you see any, offer a warm bear hug.
Round 12 – Fearless: Some of Footy’s Religious Experiences
June 14, 2018 by 2 Comments
Fearless digs deep to find meaning in last week’s offerings on the box, at the ‘G’ and down in Geelong.
Grenville Dietrich: The Man, The Myth, The Legend
June 14, 2018 by 71 Comments
Malcolm Ashwood with his latest profile piece, this time it’s North Adelaide goal kicking legend Grenville Dietrich who receives some Rulebook love (very entertaining piece on a wonderful character -Ed)
Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch: Anthony Koutoufides tomorrow June 15
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An exceptional and decorated champion of footy, Anthony Koutoufides is lined up as the next Almanac/Odd Friday lunch guest, taking place on the 15th of June. Details inside.
Haiku Bob – Round 12: breaking lines
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A great day for haiku: a birthday, a stiff breeze, a tall Yank, a Pie win. See what Haiku Bob spotted.
The World Cup Alphabet – Y is for…
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In the penultimate installment of Dennis Gedling’s World Cup alphabet, he profiles a legendary goalkeeper and looks back on some of the very young players to do well in football’s showcase event.
Almanac Book Review: ‘Adelaide Sporting Sites’ by Bernard Whimpress, Santo Caruso and individual contributors
June 14, 2018 by 15 Comments
Bernard Whimpress, Santo Caruso and a band of contributors have compiled a history of Adelaide sporting sites. Peter Crossing reviews a book he finds rich in detail and historical knowledge.
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