Round 7 – Collingwood v Carlton: There were two teams playing you know

Peter Fuller has waited patiently for the Collingwood cacophony to quieten before posting a Blues perspective of last week’s game. [Very classy PJF – JTH]

Launch of ‘Siren’s Call’ a great success

John Harms launched Yvette Wroby’s memoir ‘Siren’s Call’ at the St Kilda RSL on Thursday night and it was a blast. Lots of food, and people and footy players present. Yvette is still floating all through Friday. Now for a Saints win tomorrow and the week is perfect.

Round 8 Preview – The Stuff of Legends

Sal Ciardulli offers his tribute to Louie the Lip and his tips for Round 8 (5/9 was a top effort last week – get on Sal’s tips while he’s hot – Ed.)

Take me out to the ball game

A touching tribute by Chris Daley to his mate’s dad, Peter Wood, a genuine legend of sport in the south-west of Victoria. A timely reminder of the simplicity and importance of enjoying time with friends and family at a game of sport.

If ya don’t mind, umpire!

Stainless comes in off the long run on the AFL law makers. Are they killing the goose that lays the golden eggs?

Almanac Satire – Desmond interviews the President

This week the President is in the hot seat. David Wilson’s transcript of long-time (fictional) sports interviewer Desmond Troyer’s conversation.

Round 7 – Western Bulldogs v Richmond: Five two and fifth

Les Currie was able to watch the Dogs secure another close win in the comfort of his home. He is glad his partner didn’t disturb him as he is sure the result would have been vastly different if she did.

Emerging Trends… Or Not

Brian takes a look at the trends that may or may not be taking place in the MLB this season.

Round 8 Premiership Favourites

Aidan Hammond has an interesting formula to figure out his premiership favourites. Check it out.

Photo Gallery: Camberwell Sharks v Fitzroy Under 10-3

Have a look at some great junior footy action photos by John Harms.

Peel good story at Fremantle Oval

There was plenty of exciting matches in the WAFL during Round 8, a round which saw each home team lose.

Almanac Racing

Crio caught up with a couple of Almanckers at the Warrnambool races and he looks ahead to races around Australia including the Doomben 10,000 in Brisbane.

Almanac Golf: Golf Capital – Danes rules Sixes, LPGA’s Twitter bogey

The new format of Golf Sixes in the European Tour saw Denmark win the opening event. There is also a wrap up of the Australasian PGA, PGA and LPGA tours.

Round 7 – North Melbourne v Adelaide: 2 Points are better than 0

Aidan Hammond did well in his own sporting efforts on Saturday but his Crows were outmatched by a determined North Melbourne.

A Portrait of the Supporter as a Young Woman

So much certainty in the “adult” world. With their team struggling, Little Jenny and her Mum head off to the game. [What is hope? What is evidence? What is opinion? – Ed]

Round 7 – North Melbourne v Adelaide: By the Time I Get to Barkers Rd, They’ll be Rising

Rob Chanter travels from Princes Hill to hopefully see his son’s band performance. Along the way, he listens to the game and can’t quite believe what he is hearing.

Women’s Footy – VFL: Mel Kuys

The inaugural VFL Women’s captain of the Box Hill Hawks Mel Kuys talks leadership and the future ahead for her side.

Almanac Lunch (May 12): Is Percy Jones the greatest living Tasmanian?

Tassie Lunch at the North Fitzroy Arms to decide once and for all whether Perc is the greatest living Tasmanian.

A Game Night to Remember

John Tailor looks at the benefits of organising your own sporting activities with mates. Fitness and fun is a great combo.

On throwing away club memberships

Footy supporters can be a bit melodramatic sometimes. And destroying the membership card is one of the most extreme acts. Yoshi believes fans should stand by their team in tough times.