Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder

Old Dog hasn’t seen much footy and when he does, after six months and four rounds, he’s blown away.

Historical similarities

If Hawthorn is looking for a way out of the 2017 season they might need to look back 30 years or so to Matt Watson’s Kangaroos

Almanac Soccer – A-League 1,000: The Fun Edition

It’s finals time in the A-League. Hamish Neal has a look at the elimination finals.

Round 5 – Richmond v Melbourne: Contenders? Pretenders?

Jake Rachwalski looks at two teams vying for finals footy in 2017.

In Bob We Trust

Josh Lloyd looks back on the career of Bob Murphy who runs out for his 300th game this weekend. [Welcome Josh – JTH]

Round 5 Preview: Bob is in his Castle!

With a very large nod to an Aussie film classic celebrating its 20th anniversary, Sal gives you all you need to know about Round 5.

Book Launch: Derby

A new book that captures the spirit of the West Australian Derby is having a launch hosted by Dennis Cometti.

Michael “Kingo” Taylor: Mr Consistent

Malcolm Ashwood pays tribute to former Norwood and Collingwood star Michael “Kingo” Taylor

Bob Murphy’s Speech on being made a Life Member of the AFL (via Speakola)

Bob Murphy’s speech on being made a Life Member of the AFL (via Speakola).

Two Brothers – an ANZAC Story

Some shiny service medals, a slouch hat, and a series of letters written by a father to a son he had never seen were delivered in a package to Hobart shortly after World War I. A poignant Anzac story as told by Warren Tapner. Lest We Forget.

Issues for Royals and a reminder for Tigers by Les Everett

Les reviews Round 5 in the WAFL, and wonders at the relevance of the East Perth FC.

Fearless 2017 Rounds 3 & 4 – Hot Cross Buns, Easter Eggs, Fish & Chips and yes… the footy on Good Friday!

Fearless has the latest reviews of rounds 3 and 4. Plenty of big moments including Hawthorn’s crushing consecutive 86 point losses, the Eddie Betts incident and the Tigers continue to surprise the footy community.

Gary Ablett

Damian Balassone has written a poem about God himself, Gary Ablett.

AFL: Who is the premiership favourite, and who is still a chance?

2017 has thrown up a few surprises so far. Daniel Saunders looks at which teams have surpassed expectations and which teams have failed to impress after four rounds.

Almanac Memoir: Cold mornings, clearing torps and the limitations of lankiness

Matthew Naqvi gives an account of his childhood footy experiences demonstrating that having meat on the bone is an under-rated footy attribute.

Sacked

Andrew Gigacz posted this piece from five years ago on Facebook today and it is brutally honest account of job loss and the affect it can have on someone’s mental health. Must read.

Round 4 – Adelaide v Essendon: A Remarkable Weekend

Aidan Hammond had a busy weekend of sports, hiking and footy. The emphatic Adelaide win topped off a fun few days.

Rotary Club of Fitzroy “Pick One Winner Competition” – Round 5

Get involved in the Rotary Club of Fitzroy “Pick One Winner Competition”. Round 5 action kicks off tomorrow night.

The 2017 Wilhelm Rudolf Fittig Cup – Round Four

Perspex walls, Polish and Irish Coffee, Footy Talk. It’s all happening at Darcy’s Diner at 5am for Earl O’Neill and his crew. A satisfactory morning, with egg and chips, for all of them.

My Brownlow Medal – Round 4

Aidan Hammond has his Round 4 votes for his Brownlow Medal. Dangerfield currently sits in first place with Kelly and Ablett close behind.