AFL International Cup 2017 – Great Britain v Fiji

Jarrod Landells caught a bruising but entertaining encounter between GB and Fiji in Round 4 of the International Cup. The Brits road the hits to walk away with a win and a shot at a fifth-placed finish.

Round 22 – Carlton v Hawthorn: Mumma Mac and her Hawks

Peter Sweeney remembers a wonderful character, Mumma Mac, who barracked for Hawthorn long before they were any good.

Round 22 – St Kilda v North Melbourne: Saints prevail over Kangaroos in Saint Nick’s last home game

Nick Riewoldt’s last home game was a success as St Kilda kept their slim finals hopes alive with a comfortable win over the fledgling North Melbourne.

Odd Friday Lunch: Peter ‘Wheels’ Bedford

Join us this Friday for lunch with South Melbourne legend Peter ‘Wheels’ Bedford.

Round 22 – Collingwood v Geelong: Daicos Debuts, Dangerfield Dominates

Luke Reynolds and his son Josh were pumped to watch the debut of Josh Daicos. He impressed in his first hit out, but it was Patrick Dangerfield who was centre stage.

Round 22 – Collingwood v Geelong: A lack of class (for the Floreat Pica Society)

Collingwood lacked class and fell to a Geelong team vying to find their best form before the finals.

Round 22 – Adelaide v Sydney: With apologies to the neighbours

The wild weather in Melbourne prevents Keiran Croker from heading out to The Riser. Instead he gives the neighbours a lesson in supporting the Bloods from afar. What a night!

Round 22 – Western Bulldogs v Port Adelaide: Not the Best First Date

The first AFL game in Ballarat brought celebrations and excitement – everything but the result Dogs fans wanted. Nick Fredriksson reports.

Book Launch: The Origins of Australian Football: Victoria’s Early History Volume 5: Players and Clubs: The Complete Records 1858-1896

Join John Harms in conversation with Col Hutchinson and the author of this work, Mark Pennings. Tuesday 29 August at the MCC Library. Details here.

Round 21 – Melbourne v St Kilda: Hero match turns into losing game

St Kilda were missing Nick Riewoldt and that was a big factor in their loss to Melbourne in Round 21. Can they still make the finals in 2017?

International Cup Day Five – Is There Solace in Third Place?

Jack Banister caught the 3rd place playoffs at the International Cup, and some cracking commentary from Brian Barrish.

Round 22 – Carlton v Hawthorn: Blues have luck on their side

Carlton defeating old foe Hawthorn makes the season almost worthwhile for Tony Reed.

Almanac Music: Chester Bennington, gone too soon

Deborah Tayloe, of North Carolina, relfects on the passing of Linkin Park frontman Chester Bennington.

International Cup 2017: Women’s Grand Final Preview 

Having played against both finalists, GB Swans Captain Laura Turner previewed the IC17 Women’s Division Grand Final for our friends over at World Footy News

Have a Little Faith

Although a difficult year for North supporter Marnie, she’s still feeling alright. Her tip to surviving? Belief. Belief in her club and the future it’s promised. A true believer!

Almanac Music: New Lost World

In these trying political times, Peter Crossing looks at the power of music in making a change in society.

The Women’s Footy Almanac and Holly Greatwich are in The Barossa Herald

In the lead up to the celebration of The Women’s Footy Almanac 2017 at the Tanunda Footy Club, the Barossa Herald has had a chat to Holly Greatwich.

Finding hope when all is lost

Peter Mangold watches the Dees-Saints game and spares a moment to reflect on a genuine tragedy. He concludes that hope is at the heart of it all. [Welcome Peter – JTH]

Round 21 – Western Bulldogs v GWS: Youth, teamwork and matching – My birthday extravaganza

Mark O’Sullivan flew down to Melbourne on his birthday to watch his Giants in action. Not only did he enjoy the win, he took in plenty of Melbourne’s culture and food.

Once a Tiger

It’s timely, with the Tiges contending, to re-visit a terrific Richmond tale. Matt Zurbo caught up with Ron Branston in a little country railway station. This is an extended version of Ron’s words in Matt’s book Champions All.