Controversy corner here from Phil Dimitriadis; in a deviation from his recent numerical-based sides here is a team of disliked (to some) players.
How the West was One at Willy Lit Fest (June 17)
June 5, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Get along to the Willy Lit Fest to hear from the people behind one of the best received books on the human history and changing fortunes of Melbourne’s Western Suburbs – “How the West was One”
Round 11 – Essendon v Richmond: Dreamtime at the ’G
June 4, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Gill and Richmond enjoyed their Saturday night family rivalry round: “twinkling of lights from phone torches,” the “gibbous moon,” and even “young lads trying their hardest to impress…”
Top 100 World Cup Moments (From the Aussie P.O.V.): 3-Eight Minutes Worth Waiting 32 Years For (2006)
June 4, 2018 by 1 Comment
With World Cup anticipation bubbling away, we look back at this post from Dennis Gedling on the first match of the 2006 Finals for the Socceroos, a breathaking come-from-behind win against Japan.
After waiting 32 years to play at a World Cup again, the Socceroos started their 2006 campaign against Japan. Dennis Gedling reports on a game that saw the Socceroos come back from a goal down to win 3-1.
Round 11 – Sydney v Carlton: The nature of reconciliation
June 4, 2018 by 8 Comments
It’s cold in Sydney as Mathilde de Hauteclocque contemplates Reconciliation Week on a walk along the river and a trip to the footy.
Round 11 – Collingwood v Fremantle: Hurstbridge hordes and mature aged debutants
June 4, 2018 by 15 Comments
With Auskick and VFL as entree, Luke Reynolds took his youngsters to watch an in-form Magpies as they accounted for Fremantle.
Where to, Geelong? Other thoughts?
June 4, 2018 by 20 Comments
John Harms is keeping an eye on the footy (of course) but is having trouble making sense of the season. Thoughts?
The World Cup Alphabet – O is for…
June 3, 2018 by 2 Comments
World Cup Alphabet: Dennis Gedling is up to the letter O which is for three concepts which may surprise. [Nice memory of Sengal’s opener v France in 2002 among other matters – JTH]
Round 11 – Sydney v Carlton: ‘Winning Ugly’ is fine, but percentage would be nice!
June 3, 2018 by 8 Comments
It was a cold night in Sydney Town but it didn’t stop Jan Courtin from venturing out.
The World Cup Alphabet – N is for…
June 2, 2018 by Leave a Comment
N is for…
Dennis Gedling reminds us of some frustrating results and some great old ads.
Almanac Footy Teams: I’ve been everywhere
June 2, 2018 by 8 Comments
Noel McPhee continues our series of footy teams with a team based on Australian towns. Others?
The World Cup Alphabet – M is for…
June 1, 2018 by Leave a Comment
M is for…
Dennis Gedling continues his alphabetical countdown to the World Cup with a look at some highlights associated with the letter M.
VAFA – Smokie’s CYs preview: House Parties
June 1, 2018 by 1 Comment
Smokie Dawson is sniffing the social glue that has held Willy CYs together over the years.
Round 11: Sal’s thoughts and predictions
June 1, 2018 by 3 Comments
Sal Ciardulli can see an upset looming as he casts his eye over Round 11.
Almanac Golf – Golf Capital: Double Aussie triumph, US Women’s Open debuts in Alabama
June 1, 2018 by 1 Comment
Hamish Neal surveys the field for the US Women’s Open at Shoal Creek. Minjee Lee more than a fair chance
Almanac Other Sports – Roller Derby in New Zealand
June 1, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Get outta the way – across the ditch Miss Jellyfish Stings and her Queenstown Roller Derby teammates have hit the track rolling
The Women’s Footy Almanac Pie Night Wrap: A night I will remember forever
May 31, 2018 by 14 Comments
Kasey Symons hosted the first Women’s Footy Almanac Pie Night. This is how she saw the night.
Ten Years On: Who Would Represent Victoria and The Dream Team Today?
May 31, 2018 by 4 Comments
Ten years ago there was a special one-off match to celebrate 150 years of footy – between Victoria and The Dream team. Alex Docherty wonders what would happen if the match were played today. Who’d get selected? [Interesting idea Alex – Ed]
The World Cup Alphabet – L is for…
May 31, 2018 by Leave a Comment
L is for…
Another letter, another story from Dennis Gedling as we count down the days to the World Cup.
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