The centre circle, where Paul stands among long shadows and watches the sky grow dark. Where his breathing slows, and his fingers freeze. Where his soul arrives without a sound and settles at his feet, and he knows he is home again. That’s what football does to you.
Almanac Book Review: Behind the Goals: The history of the Victorian Country Football League by Paul Daffey
August 11, 2017 by 9 Comments
Rod Gillett has reviewed the latest book by The Footy Almanac co-founder Paul Daffey. Behind the Goals: The history of the Victorian Country Football League is out now.
Round 21 – Sal’s Preview: Time to Retire
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Sal gets straight into the games, the retirements and points us at the Spring Carnival.
Round 20: Richmond v Hawthorn – The Richmond supporter’s guide to barracking for a good team
August 11, 2017 by 8 Comments
After Richmond defeated Hawthorn and seemingly locked in a top 4 spot, Jack Banister resorted to Google to find out just how the finals series works when you finish that high.
AFL 1997 – Twenty Years On: Brisbane Lions (8th)
August 11, 2017 by 11 Comments
Brisbane became the Lions in 1997. Their list was fairly stable, but not their place on the ladder. Does this stir up any memories for you?
Something Special This Way Comes
August 11, 2017 by 1 Comment
Wesley Hull reports in from Far North Queensland as the Gordonvale State School girls are taking all before them
Round 20 Mega Post
August 11, 2017 by 8 Comments
Showdown 43 was a one-sided contest with Adelaide demolishing Port Adelaide in a match that further solidified the Crows premiership favourites status.
Round 20 – Essendon v Carlton: Bombers Prevail After A Scare
August 10, 2017 by 4 Comments
Honourable losses – like fine words – butter no parsnips according to Peter Fuller.
AFL International Cup Day One: Dancing and smiling, wind and rain
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International Cup editor Jack Banister caught up on three games on Sunday as the competition kicked off. The mix of cultures and styles made for a powerful experience despite the weather trying to put a spoiler on things.
The Underdog
August 10, 2017 by 11 Comments
More classic Old Dog with another heartfelt appreciation of a player who deserves it. Tom Goodwin is a Lilydale boy leading the way for Coburg, a club to which he feels tremendous commitment. [Super piece Old Dog – JTH]
Haiku Bob – Round 20 – lessens the dread
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A big Collingwood win makes Haiku Bob’s life a little easier and brings a smile to his daughter’s face.
Almanac Lunch: We invite all International Cup visitors to a traditional Melbourne footy lunch
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The world is in Melbourne for the International Cup. We invite all visitors (and locals) to a traditional footy lunch at the North Fitzroy Arms Hotel on Friday August 11. Details in this post.
Almanac Obituary: Farewell to Mr Footscray
August 10, 2017 by 6 Comments
Katie Hall remembers Ron Palmer – Mr Footscray.
Fables From (Country) Football Folklore
August 10, 2017 by 9 Comments
Peter Argent brings us some Footy Folklore from the Barossa, with the story of the young Lindsay Ruciak’s big three games in 1976.
Almanac Racing – Spring is in the air
August 10, 2017 by 4 Comments
A taste of Winter sun has Tom Riordan thinking of Spring. A nine race card at Flemington, and Oscietra, foal of Black Caviar, having her second start at Geelong on Friday, are the highlights of the weekend’s racing. Add your tips in the comments.
Almanac Music: Wichita Lineman and me
August 10, 2017 by 40 Comments
Glen Campbell has died at the age of 81. We re-visit Mickey Randall’s story from last year.
“And I need you more than want you
And I want you for all time..”
Mickey Randall on a magnificent song of hope and love; Glen Campbell with Jimmy Webb’s ‘Wichita Lineman’.
Spurned: Daniel Wells
August 10, 2017 by 3 Comments
“From the moment he pulled on a boot at Arden St he was my favourite player”, says Rob Chanter of Daniel Wells. The ending may surprise you.
Round 20 (2009) – Essendon v St Kilda: A fine son
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Jobe Watson will retire at the end of the season. He won the Brownlow in 2012, but for a long time he was heavily criticised. We re-visit John Harms’s story about a 2009 match between Essendon and St Kilda.
Almanac Book Review: The Death and Life of Australian Soccer by Joe Gorman
August 9, 2017 by 8 Comments
Football historian Roy Hay has reviewed the latest book on Australian football by Joe Gorman.
AFL 1997 – Twenty Years On: Port Adelaide (9th)
August 9, 2017 by 18 Comments
Port Adelaide’s initial AFL list from 1997. How’d they go? Who do you remember? Who had the worst haircut?
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