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…
June 14, 2018 by Leave a Comment
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.
Almanac Short Stories: The Coach
June 14, 2018 by 3 Comments
Some whimsy from Barry Mitchell. Oh to be a coach! We hasten to add, nothing in this piece relates to anything Barry actually witnessed in his 221-game VFL career.
Almanac Cricket: The Langer Era Begins
June 13, 2018 by 12 Comments
The Justin Langer coaching reign begins tonight, with an ODI against England. And it’s on free-to-air TV! What do you make of it all? How do you feel about Tim Paine’s men? How do you rate their chances? Share your thoughts as you watch tonight.
AFLW Off-Season Report Card
June 13, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Alex Docherty marks the report cards on the recently completed AFLW trade period. There is much to absorb.
Aesop’s AFL: The footy competition that laid golden eggs
June 13, 2018 by 21 Comments
Who’d have thought old Aesop was across AFL footy. [First published March 2014, with June 2018 addendum]
A Wink from the Universe at Willy Lit Fest (June 17)
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Our own John Harms will be in conversation with Almanac favourite Martin Flanagan on his captivating volume on the 2016 Premiers, “A Wink from the Universe”
Almanac Rugby League – Boyd and Wallace walk away, one more easily and comfortably than the other
June 13, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Almanac rugby league editor Ian Hauser gives his thoughts on Darius Boyd and Peter Wallace as both players announce major changes to their playing futures.
‘When Murmungee made the news…..” By KB Hill
June 13, 2018 by 2 Comments
Another KB Hill classic. This time, he recounts the football odyssey of Ovens and Murray League legend Ron Critchley.
Almanac Racing: Riverina Racing
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Glen capped off his holidays with a trip to the Corowa races.
Round 11 – Essendon v Richmond: A dream for Tigers
June 13, 2018 by 2 Comments
Dreamtime at the G stirs mixed emotions for Rod Oaten at the best of times. And for Bomber fans, this night was definitely not the best of times.
Round 12 – Melbourne v Collingwood: Beating the Dees in The Big Freeze (Floreat Pica Society)
June 12, 2018 by 13 Comments
This week’s Floreat Pica Society report comes from Luke Reynolds, who enjoyed the Queen’s Birthday clash far more in 2018 than he did in 2017.
The World Cup Alphabet – W is for…
June 12, 2018 by Leave a Comment
W is for War (yes, War) and something else not usually associated with the world game. Dennis Gedling continues this fascinating series.
Almanac Golf – Golf Capital: Johnson’s Memphis title, Shot Clock stories
June 12, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Hamish Neal brings us up to date with the world of golf in the lead-up to the US Open.
AFLFA Press Release: Fans to discuss the state of the game
June 12, 2018 by 2 Comments
The Almanac is all about getting you, the sporting community, involved in the game, whatever your game might be, whatever your role might be. Here’s a press release from the AFLFA inviting your participation in the first AFL Fans Association forum later this month.
Mid-Season Review: Contenders and Pretenders
June 12, 2018 by 2 Comments
Daniel Saunders tries to read the state of the season to come up with his predictions about who will play in the finals in 2018 and comes up with a few big calls.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 12 – The Year of the Pie
June 12, 2018 by 2 Comments
It’s not hard for the Pies faithful these days – all’s going well and they’re none too shy about letting us know. Is it the Year of the Pie? Cam Hooke tells us about Round 12.
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