British Sausage Week is over for another year. Mickey Randall with a rollicking tale of sausage in cider. Sort of.
Tribute to Nick Dal Santo
November 9, 2016 by Leave a Comment
“The 322-game player ended his career with the averages of 13.0 kicks, 9.9 handballs, 22.9 disposals, 3.7 marks, 0.5 goals and 3.6 tackles. His record shows he was good at disposals.” But Nick Dal Santo was more than just his stats, says Yoshi.
Joe Posnanski – Chicago Cubs and the Wonder of Game 7: “Oh my God”
November 9, 2016 by Leave a Comment
“Some day, after the tears have dried and the hangover has lifted, after disbelief has transformed into nostalgia and the books have all been written, this might go down as the greatest baseball game ever played. It is much too soon for that now…” Check out acclaimed NBC sportswriter Joe Posnanski on an historic, emotional event.
1999 – (not quite) All Australian SSA Team – Some Big Names, Some Notable Absences
November 8, 2016 by 10 Comments
Another ripper find from Swish Schwerdt: the 1999 School Sports Australia All-Australian football team. Some great names. Who is the grandson of John Coleman? Is there a ministerial advisor among them? The normal where-are-they-now assistance please.
(Reposting on the day that one of these kids, Nick Dal Santo, confirms his retirement)
Australia v South Africa – Perth Test Day 5: Blockheads of colour-by-number d.by Impressionists
November 8, 2016 by 15 Comments
E. regnans has recorded an Australian pub conversation from somewhere, anywhere, maybe everywhere. It seems cricket, Test cricket and the approach of senior cricket officials is the talk of the sporting world at the moment. It certainly is in this pub. [Much to consider here – JTH]
Almanac Cycling – Self-confessed ratbag Jim Coyle
November 8, 2016 by 2 Comments
Jim Coyle, amateur cyclist, was a prolific winner – racing for 50 years between 1940 and 1990. His jersey and trophies are part of a collection now showing at Scienceworks. Jim’s story is a beauty.
North Fitzroy Arms Odd Friday Lunch Nov 11: Curly Austin
November 8, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Carlton 200-gamer Curly Austin is the guest at the Odd Friday Lunch at the North Fitzroy Arms this Friday, Nov 11. All welcome.
Australia v South Africa – Perth Test Day 5: Next gen destroy Aussies
November 7, 2016 by 7 Comments
Pat White suggests that a young South Africa, featuring Kagiso Rabada, have raised a two clear points with their stoic and skilful win in Perth.
Australia v South Africa – Perth Test Day 4: At the WACA
November 7, 2016 by 1 Comment
Citrus Bob writes on a wonderful day of grinding cricket from South Africa – missing Dale Steyn and aiming to build an impenetrable lead – at the WACA.
Almanac People: Rick Neagle the leveller in my life
November 7, 2016 by 70 Comments
Rulebook writes a heartfelt tribute to Rick Neagle and his tireless work with d4d, Count Me In and the disability sector. And invites everyone to become aware, and involved.
Australia v South Africa – Perth Test Day 4: Where’s the moustache?
November 6, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Paddy Grindlay is a frustrated young Australian cricket fan. He’s resorted to YouTube highlights of Mitch Johnson. [You should try Lillee and Thommo as well Paddy – Ed]
Australia v South Africa – Perth Test Day 3: The constipation of over-thinking and the lunacy of under-thinking
November 6, 2016 by 9 Comments
An example of ludicrous over-thinking. And an example of under-thinking. Discuss.
From Baden-Baden to Melton: travelling with Carbine’s grandson
November 6, 2016 by 2 Comments
Wonderful Sunday read as historian Chris McConville tells the story of Baden-Baden and Cyklon. Who says the phenomenon of the ‘international raider’ is recent? [Fantastic. A really engaging and informative yarn – JTH]
Australia v South Africa – Perth Test Day 3: Belief?
November 6, 2016 by 4 Comments
After a long day in the field, Smokie wonders whether the Australian players truly believe they can win
Australia v South Africa – Perth Test Day 3: Chairs, umbrellas and delicates who don the cap
November 6, 2016 by 5 Comments
On a hot day when the bowlers were under pressure, drinks break was illustrative. The Australians laboured; the Proteas carved. The Australians will do well to save this Test. Citrus Bob Utber wipes the sweat from his brow.
Australia v South Africa – Perth Test Day 2: Australia drops its bundle
November 5, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Peter Clark watches the Aussies blow a great start in Perth as the Proteas take command on day two.
Thanks Fishion Chips
November 5, 2016 by 4 Comments
Yoshi transitions into the next phase of his life as Sam “chips” Fisher calls time with the Saints.
Australia v South Africa: Perth Test Day 2 – Test Cricket is Alive and Well
November 5, 2016 by 5 Comments
Cirus Bob reports in from the WACA on a day where the Aussie team continued to puzzle.
Australia v South Africa: Perth Test Day 2 – Rotten batting, again
November 5, 2016 by 1 Comment
Was anyone really surprised by an Australian collapse on day 2?
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