Paddy Grindlay reports on the RDFL Grand Final, where Diggers Rest scarped past Riddell’s Creek in extra time.
VWFL Grand Final – Kew Bears v Darebin Falcons: Bears storm to victory
September 21, 2016 by 9 Comments
Dips O’Donnell marvels at the great strides of woman’s footy as the mighty Kew Bears, led by Sarah McKenna, defeat the gallant Darebin Falcons in a magnificent VWFL Grand Final.
Sugar! Don’t miss the fun and adventure at Tigerland.
September 21, 2016 by 11 Comments
Tony Hardy wrote this piece early in the season – but it was never published. He had something to say about how his Richmond are packaging game day and what it says about how the club understands itself. Where, he asks, is the football?
Observations from a Pair of Moving Legs
September 21, 2016 by 15 Comments
A beautifully-written memoir from Mickey Randall describes one of many early-morning runs with his mate Bob along the stunning South Esplanade of Glenelg.
Finals Week 3 – A Shorts Story
September 21, 2016 by 5 Comments
For Gary Caulfield it’s a matter of colour and shorts, Geelong’s shorts and the clash jumpers.
Almanac Documentary: Paris or the Bush – The Story of the Cods
September 21, 2016 by 13 Comments
Peter Crossing reviews Paris or the Bush – The Story of the Cods, a documentary on an extraordinary rowing crew from Murray Bridge. [Read this! I am so looking forward to seeing this doco. JTH]
Finals Week 3 – A coach’s address: Clear eyes, full hearts
September 21, 2016 by 12 Comments
On the cusp of premiership glory, Coach E. Regnans delivers a stirring pre-match address to the troops doing battle this weekend.
Finals Week 3 – Geelong v Sydney: In search of a summer of thunder-shaking
September 21, 2016 by 3 Comments
Tom Bally doesn’t know if he wants time to pass quickly so the prelim final starts or slowly so he can savour the build-up, but he does know he wants a victory – and a premiership.
Almanac Soccer: Tom Rogic – The next Socceroo superstar?
September 21, 2016 by 3 Comments
Dr Cruel reckons that Tommy Rogic, currently plying his trade with Glasgow Celtic, could be Australia’s next EPL superstar
New Tiger bolts in for Sandover win
September 20, 2016 by Leave a Comment
2016 Sandover Medallist and journeyman Jye Bolton has created WAFL history, Les reports. A chance for a second go in the big league?
Finals Week 2 – Sydney v Adelaide: Carn
September 20, 2016 by 10 Comments
cold girl fever writes about something very dear to her heart – learning to love football. [A terrific footy story – Ed]
Almanac Paralympics: A Question of Elite
September 20, 2016 by 1 Comment
The Rio 2016 Paralympics are over and DaveP questions why the respective sports and the athletes are not considered Elite.
Finals Week 2 – Hawthorn v Western Bulldogs: Hallelujah
September 20, 2016 by 15 Comments
Hallelujah! The Bont, The Package, and all the Doggies are heading for that “major lift” after their great win over the Hawks according to Neil Anderson.
Uncharted Territory: An important Eureka moment which sheds light on the footy thinking.
September 19, 2016 by 4 Comments
Julian Morison has had a think about the uncharted territory of the bye round – and has had a Eureka moment. Check this out. Funny really!
Finals Week 2 – Hawthorn v Western Bulldogs: The Premiership Quarter
September 19, 2016 by 12 Comments
Trucker Slim witnessed a wave of Bulldog belief, powered by their members, fans and the footy loving public flush the previously impervious Hawks back to reality.
Finals Week 2 – Sydney v Adelaide: Crows terrible, Swans sensational
September 19, 2016 by 67 Comments
There is nothing better than reading Rulebook’s home truths about the Adelaide Crows, this week is no exception after the loss to the Swans in the Semi Final.
AFL Finals: 2005 Omens indicate a Swans Flag
September 19, 2016 by 12 Comments
In a time of Finals expectation, DaveP looks for omens to calm the nerves.
Women’s AFL: AFL Women’s gets its new image
September 19, 2016 by 9 Comments
Mike Hugo discusses the AFL Women’s new logo just released. What are your thoughts?
Almanac WAFL: First WAFL Grand Final for Peel
September 19, 2016 by 4 Comments
Les Everett writes about Peel Thunder’s progression into their first WAFL Grand Final against Subiaco by defeating South Fremantle.
Finals Week 2 – Sydney v Adelaide: Bound for Glory
September 19, 2016 by 3 Comments
Angry Anderson, poker matches as grand final preparation, and the intensity of the Swans. Joe Moore helps get the Swans back on track.
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