Earl O’Neill found numerous ways to keep himself entertained during a long Brownlow Medal count. Hilarious observations and critiques of the big event that Dusty was always going to win.
Michael Tuck in short sleeves?
September 26, 2017 by 1 Comment
Peter Sweeney looks at the 1987 Grand Final where Michael Tuck wore a short sleeve jumper for a half of footy. A fascinating tale.
Finals Week 3 – Richmond v GWS: The Universe is Aligning
September 26, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Thomas Foster is seeing Richmond succeed in the finals for the first time in his life and and believes 2017 is already a big tick. A premiership win will only make things so much sweeter.
Finals Week 3 – Richmond v GWS: Caught in the Richmond Wave – the Orange Year is Over
September 26, 2017 by 5 Comments
After making the trip to Melbourne, Mark O’Sullivan wonders where to next for the Giants. At least he got to enjoy the Dior and Hokusai exhibitions at the NGV.
Finals Week 3 – Adelaide v Geelong: Crows Overcome Adversity
September 26, 2017 by 58 Comments
Rulebook gives his customary summary of a fine all-round performance from the Crows who demolished the Cats at the Adelaide Oval.
The 6th Annual AFL Grand Final Haiku Kukai
September 26, 2017 by Leave a Comment
The 6th Annual AFL Grand Final Haiku Kukai kicks off this Saturday. Get involved in artistic fun while watching a classic Grand Final.
Captain Cotch and first mate, Dusty
September 26, 2017 by 5 Comments
Jen Muirden has gone the full John ‘Tiger’ Mellencamp with this tribute.
MRP Raffle: Cotchin-Sloane
September 26, 2017 by 45 Comments
Rulebook is fiercely adamant Trent Cotchin must receive a fine for his bump on Dylan Shiel that ended the GWS star’s preliminary final early.
The Wrap Report: Finals’ Edition 2
September 25, 2017 by 8 Comments
The Wrap has returned for analysis of the preliminary finals including Adelaide’s massive win, Richmond’s surge to a Grand Final for the first time in 35 years, Cotchin’s bump and Dusty’s Brownlow night.
Finals Week 3 – Adelaide v Geelong: Crows had many, Cats had few
September 25, 2017 by 8 Comments
Adelaide have overcome adversity in recent years and now enter the Grand Final full of confidence after finishing the season as minor premiers.
Finals Week 3 – Six (Talking) Points
September 25, 2017 by 12 Comments
Swish with a few of the big issues from the Prelim Finals (at least those that are left after Rulebook’s had a go elsewhere). Clash jumpers, gloating corporates, insufferable winners, Little Gaz, SANFL crowds and Stevie J’s jam tin all get a look in.
Finals Week 3 – Richmond v GWS: The Miller-Banister Trophy awaits
September 25, 2017 by 16 Comments
Jack Banister reflects on the Tigers crushing Preliminary Final win and the significance of a Grand Final match-up against the Crows, where the Miller-Banister Trophy will be on the line on the biggest stage of all.
Finals Week 3 – Adelaide v Geelong: River Dancing in the Riverbank Stand
September 25, 2017 by 15 Comments
The world can be a shadowy, sometimes unknowable place says Mickey Randall, but right now Adelaide’s golden after the Crows smash the Cats.
Adelaide and Richmond: Helter skelter, particle physics and the indisputable romance of swashbuckling
September 25, 2017 by 12 Comments
On Preliminary Final weekend, Adelaide and Richmond each carved the idea of footy anew. They were superb. Cavalier, high-wire playing styles, shared spirits of Errol Flynn, and two enormous cresting waves of emotion make this Grand Final a footy follower’s dream.
Finals Week 3 – Richmond v GWS: Roaring Tigers and Emotional Yoshi
September 25, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Japanese correspondent traveled to Coolabah to catch up with a Richmond supporter mate. His mate may not have been there, but he made friends with Tigers supporters and watched a cracking game of preliminary finals footy.
AFLFA: Adelaide and Richmond fans face Grand Final ticket heartache
September 25, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Fans face AFL Grand Final heartache as more than 95,000 Adelaide and Richmond members – almost enough to fill the MCG – miss out on tickets, the AFL Fans Association says.
Almanac Rugby League – Five Metre Gap: NRL Finals Week 3 plus PNG games
September 25, 2017 by Leave a Comment
The NRL Grand Final is next weekend and the Melbourne Storm will attempt to win their fifth grand final, but what would be their third legitimate title after their salary cap breaches last decade, whilst the Cowboys are aiming to win a second crown in three seasons.
The Daryl Freame Medal team
September 24, 2017 by 50 Comments
Here’s a novel concept from Lord Bogan: a team of ‘Premiership Purloiners’? Some great noms. Add yours.
WAFL – Grand Final Preview: Rolling Thunder roaring Lions
September 23, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Les Everett previews the WAFL Grand Final between Subiaco and Peel.
Four Bloody Points
September 23, 2017 by 2 Comments
September is many things but mainly September is final’s time. A time to be shared with mates.
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