Almanac Teams: Tasmanian Tigers

As far as Tasmanian footballers go, Richmond has played home to plenty of them – hailing from all corners of the island state. Liahm O’Brien, prompted by Jack Riewoldt’s ascension to the Tasmania Hall of Fame, put together this side.

Anzac Day SANFL-W Grand Final : Triumph and tragedy in footy, in life.

How did Verity Sanders’ Panthers go in their quest for South Adelaide silverware against the inspired Redlegs?

Almanac Golf – Golf Capital: Comebacks

The golfing comebacks continue as Hamish Neal looks at some news, thoughts and notes from the last week.

May Day – Mayday – M’aider

Andrew Gigacz posted this piece on his blog and asked us to add it to the Almanac site. It is an account of a tragic death.

VAFA Premier C – Old Ivanhoe Grammar v Fitzroy: Ploughboys and Engines

King George III’s latest VAFA match report from the weekend’s clash between Old Ivanhoe Grammar and Fitzroy in VAFA Premier C.

Round 6 – Geelong v Sydney: There are wins and there are wins!

It’s been a tough month for Jan Courtin’s clan, but love for footy and the Sydney Swans is what pulls this family together, and a win against the Cats in Geelong was a timely one.

Are We Witnessing A Superdraft?: Reconstructing The 2013 AFL Draft

Alex Docherty wonders five years on from the 2013 AFL draft, could we be witnessing a superdraft comparable to 2001? Take a look at his re-draft with what we have seen from these young guns in the first 5 years of their AFL careers – what do you think?

Round 5 – Melbourne v Richmond: A Wonderful Tradition Builds

Tiger fan Berni Murphy enjoys watching a new tradition unfold as ANZAC Eve becomes a staple in the AFL fixture, providing another opportunity to honour Australia’s servicemen and women.

Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life – When a 43 point loss to Richmond isn’t too bad

Cam Hooke and his customary links cover all of Collingwood’s AFL, VFL, Netball, VFLW and VWFL efforts. Though the AFL side lost to Richmond, it’s still mostly up-side.

Book Launch – Balancing Acts: Women in Sport (11th of May)

“Balancing Act” looks at the experiences of women around sport and its culture. Readings in Carlton will launch the book next Friday (11th of May) featuring pieces by Almanac editor Kasey Symons and a raft of other talented women. Read on for more details on how to attend and/or purchase the book with a discount.

Round 6 – Collingwood v Richmond: Playing the champs (Floreat Pica Society)

The Pies ran into the best team in the competition; despite the loss, there were definite positives to be found according to Dave Nadel

Round 6 – North Melbourne v Port Adelaide: Port’s persist against the odd for stirring victory

In real danger of falling off the pack, Port Adelaide responded to internal and external challenges by posting a solid win over North Melbourne, as Chris Michaels explains

Almanac Teams: A team of coaches

Phil Dimitriadis is at it again – this time with a mighty team of masterminds and motivators. Don’t THINK about checking out this team, DO check it out!

Round 6 – Geelong v Sydney: Away from away from home

Thanks to a life strung between states, Mathilde de Hauteclocque was unable to attend the Swans’ match at the Cattery this year. Denied the usual habits, she made do with new rituals of the feline variety

Round 6 – Hawthorn v St Kilda: Sympathy and Time Out

Yvette Wroby is on holiday in mild, sunny Sorrento. Her Saints, not so much, though St Kilda’s skills were last seen touring Europe. Yvette hopes to see them next week at Etihad.

AFL listens to fans on Grand Final time..for now – AFL Fans Association

Following up on last week’s online poll that showed most fans prefer the traditional Grand Final timeslot, the AFL Fans Association has welcomed the announcement of maintaining the status quo for 2018.

Round 6 – Collingwood v Richmond: Just like the good old days

When the Pies and Tiges are on, games don’t get much bigger or passionate. Cheryl Critchley was on hand to witness a revival (of sorts) of the memorable clashes of the 1970-80s

Round 6 – Western Bulldogs v Carlton: The Lip Sealer

Despite several attempts at a comeback from the Blues, Alex Docherty saw the Bulldogs overrun Carlton after also controlling much of the game.

Winning and weddings

Magpie Danielle is baaaaaaaccccck, and, boy is she excited! Her Magpies are back in town, and together with her wedding preparations, Danielle is on top of the world.

Haiku Bob – Round 5: Collingwood v Essendon – the just before

Haiku Bob evokes the Anzac Spirit to celebrate the Pies great win.