The Footy Almanac

Proof: Why Living in the `70s was the best

June 12, 2018 by Michael Sexton 15 Comments

Michael Sexton looks at some comparative studies around the game of the last 50 years thanks to James Coventry and friends – and the results so far are very interesting.

Round 12 – Port Adelaide v Richmond: Port’s defence leading the way in their quest for flag glory

June 12, 2018 by chrism76 1 Comment

Chris Michaels sees foundations being built at Alberton. Could this Friday night victory in June show us the path to a Port Adelaide flag?

The World Cup Alphabet – V is for…

June 12, 2018 by Dennis Gedling Leave a Comment

V is for…a couple of legendary players. Dennis Gedling continues to make his way through the alphabet.

The World Cup Alphabet – U is for…

June 11, 2018 by Dennis Gedling Leave a Comment

U is for…
As we enter the last week of counting down to the World Cup, Dennis Gedling is inspired by the letter U.

Round 12 – St Kilda v Sydney: What did we learn from this “Pride” game?

June 11, 2018 by jan courtin 5 Comments

What did we elarn from the “Pride” game. Jan Courtin offers her insights.

Round 12 – St Kilda v Sydney: Taking Pride

June 11, 2018 by Nick Fredriksson 5 Comments

The Pride Game means a lot to Nick Fredrikkson. He explains why.

Round 12 – St Kilda v Sydney: Love and Pride

June 10, 2018 by Yoshi Leave a Comment

Yoshi is feeling like his lot is like the Saints’ lot.

Round 12 – Port Adelaide v Richmond: Up against it in Adelaide

June 10, 2018 by Cheryl Critchley 2 Comments

A trip to Adelaide for Port v Richmond is filled with memories for Cheryl Critchley – not so pleasant ones. But the Tiges were undermanned.

Round 12 – Port Adelaide v Richmond: Hold that Tiger

June 10, 2018 by greejoh 3 Comments

Tigers fan John Green is cranky. Mainly cranky with clubs and their songs. In this match report he has some advice for Port and a suggestion for Richmond. [To be read in the spirit intended! Ed]

SANFL Round 10 – West Adelaide v Norwood: Norwood bolt in by a point

June 9, 2018 by Malcolm Rulebook Ashwood 42 Comments

A jubilant Rulebook reports in from another massive Redlegs comeback at Richmond Oval.

The Father of the Giants

June 9, 2018 by Almanac Admin 2 Comments

Former Comms manager at the Giants, Nick Johnston got to see what a great people person Kevin Sheedy is. On the occasion of Sheeds’ elevation to Legend status, Nick remembers those early days at the Giants.

The World Cup Alphabet – T is for…

June 9, 2018 by Dennis Gedling 3 Comments

Get yourself ready for the World Cup with the next in the Alphabet series with T is for Tears – an excellent history of the heartbreak of Australia’s World Cup campaign. [Lots of memories here – JTH]

The Osaka Dingoes to host the IMPACT Invitational Cup in July

June 8, 2018 by Yoshi Leave a Comment

The Australian Football IMPACT Invitational is being held in Kobe on 7th July, featuring teams from Indonesia, Singapore and Japan. Yoshi provides the details.

Round 11 – Fearless: Sir Doug Nicholls Round! A celebration of contribution.

June 8, 2018 by Fearless Leave a Comment

A reminder of what happened last week in the Sir Doug Nicholls Round from Fearless.

Running Tracks and Shoes

June 8, 2018 by Andy Fuller 3 Comments

Long-distance running involves a lot of training and time spent on athletics tracks. Here, Andy Fuller makes some notes on his favourite athletic tracks, the Alternative Nation festival, and his favourite pair of running shoes.

Michael Gleeson Article on Justin Westhoff’s Business

June 8, 2018 by Almanac Admin 1 Comment

Michael Gleeson has written an interesting article in today’s Age on Justin Westhoff’s business based in the Barossa Valley. Let us know your thoughts about post-footy transitions and sustainability.