The AFL’s ban of the third man up was bound to polarise the greater football community. Jared Newton sees the positive side of the rule.
Almanac Women’s AFL: Call for writers
December 22, 2016 by 15 Comments
If you would like to write about women’s footy, please let Yvette know. [I think this is going to be big – JTH]
Almanac Cricket: Boxing Day preview
December 21, 2016 by 6 Comments
The Boxing Day Test is almost upon us. And Smokie has a preview.
Harvesting The Doggies Almanac
December 21, 2016 by 3 Comments
The Doggies Almanac is a book so pure, so organic, so natural, we didn’t publish it, we harvested it.
North Fitzroy Arms: Odd Friday (Christmas) Lunch (Dec 23)
December 21, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Join Perc for lunch at the North Fitzroy Arms this Friday (Dec 23).
Almanac Pro-running: The famous Bay Sheffield Form Guide
December 20, 2016 by 3 Comments
The Bay Sheffield is South Australia’s Stawell Gift, run between Christmas and New Year at Glenelg. Each year the organisers produce a must-read form guide. This year’s has wound up in our hands [thanks Youngy]. Who wins?
Welcoming Deakin University to the Almanac
December 20, 2016 by 5 Comments
We announce Deakin University, who sponsored the launch of The Doggies Almanac 2016, as a sponsor of The Footy Almanac 2016 (to be published in March, 2017). We will be providing opportunities for Deakin University students across all elements of the Almanac project. Read more about what’s happening.
Australia v Pakistan – Gabba, Day 5: Enchanting Test cricket
December 19, 2016 by 3 Comments
After the first two sessions back on Thursday, no-one thought this Test match would reach the fifth day. But the fight in the Pakistanis meant it did. With the Australians getting jumpier and jumpier as the Pakistani batsmen crossed off the runs the Test turned into a near-classic.
Australia v Pakistan – Gabba, Day 4: Spin Me A Spinner
December 19, 2016 by 19 Comments
As Pakistan makes Australia fight hard for a win in Brisbane, Smokie decides it’s time for a new spin option
Australia v Pakistan – Gabba, Day 4: Tropical storms, Pakistani fight and No-Doze.
December 18, 2016 by 3 Comments
Citrus Bob Utber experiences the tropical delights of the Brisbane climate and a mighty fine fight from the Pakistani middle order, as they edge their way towards an unlikely victory. It’s just a pity the only locals still awake were those on No-Doze.
Almanac Cricket: 2016 Mullagh-Wills Oration
December 18, 2016 by 3 Comments
John Holmes was one of the guests at the recent Mullagh-Wills Oration at the MCG. He reflects on what was an excellent event.
Balcony Banter: Calling all MCC members who would like to write a report on the Boxing Day Test
December 18, 2016 by 3 Comments
If you’re an MCC Member and would like to write a report on one of the days of the Boxing Day Test please let us know.
Christmas Offer Number 2: The Doggies Almanac and Play On
December 18, 2016 by Leave a Comment
This is an ideal gift for those who love sport and love good sports stories.
Almanac Cricket (Book Review) – Benaud, an appreciation: A marvellous book, that.
Col Ritchie reviews Brian Matthews appreciation of Richie Benaud and gives it the thumbs up.