Trunk Weckert is a bush footy legend from BSR (Brinkworth-Spalding-Red Hill). Peter Argent recently attended the thirtieth anniversary celebrations and inevitably some names of past champions came up.
Almanac Beer: Prickly Moses is up and about
September 4, 2017 by 8 Comments
The Footy Almanac and Prickly Moses are delighted to announce a partnership for the AFL Finals series leading up to the Otway Oktoberfest. Luke Reynolds, who is one of the brewers at Prickly Moses, tells the story. [And explains how you can win tickets to the Otway Oktoberfest]
It’s here! The recorded version of ‘Strong Proud Women’, a women’s footy song by Merle Brown.
September 4, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Merle Brown contacted Yvette Wroby about her anthem for women playing footy. She joined us at the launch of The Women’s Footy Almanac 2017. We produced a book to share the joy, Merle produced this cracking song. You gotta love how the Almanac community works.
Cricket, tennis and Father’s Day brunch
September 4, 2017 by 10 Comments
Mickey Randall is seeing his boys grow up before his eyes with more first times taking place; cricket training and school camps this past week.
Tom Wills Bibliography
September 4, 2017 by 5 Comments
Johnhenry Holmes has taken an interest in Tom Wills for many years. During this time he has compiled a bibliography of items relating to Tom Wills. Paddy Grindlay – who has been our W.K. Trewick Scholar (thanks in part to Chris Bracher’s generous donation) spent a recent week compiling it in this post. (Thanks Paddy). We hope to have another Tom Wills Dinner in the lead up to the forthcoming Ashes series.
Round 23 Mega Post
September 4, 2017 by 8 Comments
Junior Adelaide Correspondent Aidan Hammond has the wrap-up of Round 23 and premiership predictions as both South Australian teams brace themselves for finals action.
AFLW State Of Origin Re-cap
September 3, 2017 by 4 Comments
The Big V torched the Allies in the AFLW State of Origin match at Docklands. Kasey Symons was on hand to take it all in.
Onwards to Victory!
September 2, 2017 by 1 Comment
The Sydney Swans amazing run into this years final has given Jan Courtin cause to burst into verse. Jan’s piece was originally posted on the Swan’s website on 1 September.
Ode to Bob Murphy et al
September 2, 2017 by 1 Comment
On the eve of Bob Murphy and Matty Boyd’s retirements, NicMac (Nicole McKay) pays tribute to seven wonderful Doggies players. [NicMac is full of long-term Doggies glow – it’s not just about 2016 – Ed]
Olympic Medals and Wooden Spoons: Carlton 2002
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Warren Tapner remembers one of the more unusual motivational speeches in Carlton history.
An English Perspective
September 2, 2017 by 5 Comments
English visitor Felix Lahiff heads off to the SCG for his first game of Australian football. He makes some interesting observations.
Bucks and Eddie’s Bones
September 2, 2017 by 2 Comments
It seems the Imperator has been called on to offer advice to the Pies. [Or that’s what I think this is about – JTH]
AFLM Round 23 – Richmond v St Kilda: A Big Tick
September 2, 2017 by 2 Comments
Yvette Wroby signs off from a pretty amazing 2017 (bar Saints performances overall) and reflects on the year that has been. Siren’s Call and The Women’s Footy Almanac 2017 are now in bookshops and available online. Now to take a break and watch some more women’s footy.
Girls; First Season
September 1, 2017 by 5 Comments
Kate Birrell tells the story of painting the cover of The Women’s Footy Almanac 2017.
Round 17 – Geelong v Hawthorn: The sins of their father
September 1, 2017 by 13 Comments
Patrick Dangerfield turned back time on Saturday afternoon. John Harms felt he was a kid again.
Round 23 – Hawthorn v Western Bulldogs: David Versus Goliath, The Rematch
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Bulldog supporters hoped Bob Murhpy and Matthew Boyd would play forever. But they were wrong laments Neil Anderson.
WAFL – Round 23: Ryan goes up as Royals go down
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Les Everett has the latest on the WAFL (and he’s jagged a speccie photo – well played Les).
Round 22 – Carlton v Hawthorn: Nemesis
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Peter Fuller saw his Blues record an unexpected win against a hard to beat foe.
Round 23 – Essendon v Fremantle: The unbroken circle
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Trevor Blainey and his sons just had to be there for Jobe. And now for the finals.
Love, hope and the Dockers
September 1, 2017 by 3 Comments
A comprehensive review of Fremantle’s 2017 season. Les Everett gives his thoughts on how the players performed and what needs to be done to improve in 2018.
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