The letter of the day is ‘J’ as Dennis Gedling continues through the alphabet, bringing us his wealth of knowledge on the world game.
Almanac Teams – Exceptional Elevens
May 29, 2018 by 14 Comments
He’s back! After a tsunami of Almanac Teams concepts, Phil Dimitriadis has continued on his numbers theme – this time going up to eleven.
Fitzroy Rotary’s Footy Lunch at Fitzroy FC with guest speaker Dave O’Neil
May 28, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Fitzroy Rotary are holding their annual Footy Lunch this Saturday! Comedian Dave O’Neil will be guest speaker, details inside.
Almanac Other Sports – Great Sporting Weekend for Aussies and American Haters
May 28, 2018 by 7 Comments
Peter Baulderstone wakens to a beautiful set of numbers on Monday morning. Australian victories in golf and motor racing all over the world. Throw in a couple of Brits and an Italian (and the Eagles and Swan Districts). Not an American in sight. What’s not to like?
Round 10 – Collingwood v Western Bulldogs: A stadium by any other name (Floreat Pica Society)
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Peter Butler ventured over to the stadium soon to be formerly known as Etihad (or TSSTBFKAE) for a rare home game. The Pies were too good for a young Bulldogs side.
Almanac Book Reviews: Ken Haley on “Through the Peacock Gate” by Sandy McCutcheon
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“Through the Peacock Gate” by Sandy McCutcheon (formerly of RN fame) has been reviewed by noted author/journalist Ken Haley
Round 10 – Brisbane v Sydney: A gutsy win – Go Bloods!
May 28, 2018 by 12 Comments
A trip to a former hometown for Jan Courtin had her travel-happy Swans leave with four points in the bank
Australia’s Role in the making of Jack Johnson – opinion piece in the ABC by Daryl Adair
May 28, 2018 by 3 Comments
Daryl Adair has written a piece on the boxing champion Jack Johnson and how Australia influenced his career
Almanac Teams (and Music): Let There Be Rock!
May 28, 2018 by 40 Comments
The Almanac novelty teams rock on, as Glen! selects a team of rock ‘n’ rollers.
The World Cup Alphabet – I is for…
May 28, 2018 by Leave a Comment
The list continues, today Dennis Gedling looks at two Asian Confederation members – one a modern powerhouse with five finals qualifications, the other an underperformer with a quirky tale of (almost) qualification
Round 10 – Richmond v St Kilda: My big hope fading easily but positives seen
May 28, 2018 by 4 Comments
Yoshi is staying positive in the face of difficult times: the Saints didn’t win, but positives were there to see
SANFL Round 8 – Norwood v Central Districts: Glenn & the Redlegs Destroy the Dogs
May 27, 2018 by 20 Comments
Very happy Norwood supporter Malcolm Ashwood reports on the Redlegs big win at The Parade on Friday night, with Josh Glenn putting on a goal kicking masterclass against his former team.
The World Cup Alphabet – H is for…
May 27, 2018 by 3 Comments
The incomparable Hagi, host nations and hat tricks. Dennis Gedling takes us through the letter H.
Almanac Champions’ League: Liverpool and their long and winding road
May 26, 2018 by 2 Comments
In the lead up to tomorrow morning’s Champions League Final, Chris Michaels takes us through Liverpool’s involvement – and success – in this competition.
Round 10 – Collingwood v Western Bulldogs: Fade away
May 26, 2018 by 1 Comment
Nick Fredriksson and his grandfather head off to Etihad for what is an entertaining game – for a while. But what happened after half-time?
Round 9 – St Kilda v Collingwood: Almost mid-year report
May 25, 2018 by 3 Comments
Yvette Wroby remembers when report cards at school were simpler. She regresses to rating the last St Kilda game. There’s lots of A’s and E’s. And not much in between.
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