Aidan Hammond likes Marcus Rashford, scoring when Ibrahimovic couldn’t.
Women’s footy – A league of their own (Australian Story catch-up)
September 4, 2016 by 1 Comment
A wonderful story of two incredible women; one of whom has been recruited as a marquee player for next year. Truly remarkable 30 minute viewing. [Catch-up available on iView until 13-Sep].
Almanac (Soccer) History: Remembering Ferenc Puskas, on not growing old (with Youtube highlights)
September 4, 2016 by 5 Comments
Neil Drysdale had the opportunity to interview Ferenc Puskas before he died ten years ago. You may know of the famous Hungarian by name, but this will help you understand the origin and nature of his genius. (And his training diet is pretty appealing as well: wine, beer, soda water, spicy sausages and conversation.) Includes a Youtube montage. [Brilliant – JTH]
Round 23 – Sydney v Richmond: Beautiful scenery, old and new friends and some footy
September 3, 2016 by 2 Comments
The Swans dismantled a lamentable Richmond in the final round as Keiran Croker enjoyed the scenery in his journey North.
Cooks River Blues
September 3, 2016 by 7 Comments
Earl O’Neill is concerned for the AFL, having to sacrifice a week of column inches to Rugby League cos of the bye no-one wanted.
Twin flags for FIDA Seagulls
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The Williamstown FIDA Seagulls capped off a stellar season by winning two premierships on Sunday 28 August at Central Reserve, Waverley.
Almanac Soccer: David Luiz going back to Chelsea confirms the Transfer Market has gone Mad
September 3, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Chelsea signs Brazilian David Luiz for his second stint at Stamford Bridge, Vaughan aka DrCruel73 cannot believe it, his U11s play better!
Almanac Soccer: Clog ball – the tale of the Dutch and soccer in Australia 1950 to 1980
September 2, 2016 by 2 Comments
Often dubbed the ‘invisible’ migrants due to an inclination to assimilate quickly in to Australian culture, the story of the postwar Dutch migrants and their influence on soccer here has largely been overlooked. Until now. Les Everett alerts us to an event in Perth where writer Adam Muyt will present a talk on the influence of Dutch born players on soccer in Western Australia.
Almanac Racing: Greyhounds and circus performers
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Harold Peacock introduces us to a man of interesting character and with the demise of Greyhound Racing in NSW, suggests a decline in these colourful personalities.
Almanac Books: Champions All – A History of AFL/VFL Football in the Player’s Own Words Part 2
September 2, 2016 by 1 Comment
Part 2: Champions All – A History of AFL/VFL Football in the Player’s Own Words by Matt Zurbo. In this extract players talk about the clubs in the 2010s from Hawthorn to Western Bulldogs.
Brisbane Lions 2016 Review: One step forward, ten steps back
September 2, 2016 by 4 Comments
Andrew Weiss would like to forget Brisbane’s 2016 season and would rather focus on 2017, a season of hope, rather than the gloom and negativity that has surrounded the Lions this year.
Almanac Art: Citrus Bob Utber’s The Art of Footy Exhibition in Mildura
September 2, 2016 by 6 Comments
Find out about The Art of Football exhibition currently showing at The Art Vault in Mildura. Bob Utber has done a fantastic job bringing together a variety of brilliant artists, including a squad of Almanac cover artists.
Almanac Music: Bowie’s best & less known gems
September 2, 2016 by 5 Comments
The forgotten genius of David Bowie’s early work is not lost on Jeff Dowsing, presenting his favourite ‘off the beaten track’ Bowie tracks.
Melbourne Season Review: The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Gawn
September 2, 2016 by 4 Comments
Inconsistency is how Joseph Ryan sums up the Dees performance in his review of Melbourne’s 2016 season.
Almanac Paralympics: We’re the Superhumans
September 2, 2016 by 6 Comments
“It is advertising that changes people’s perceptions…” The wonderful Channel 4 ad for the Rio Paralympics. Share widely.
Almanac Book Review – Prince: Purple Reign
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Chris Michaels is impressed by Mick Wall’s biography, “Prince: Purple Reign”.
All Australian Team: Is this the best? Who missed out?
September 2, 2016 by 13 Comments
The All Australian team for 2016 has been announced. Who was stiff to miss out, is this the best 22?
Almanac Golf: Golf Capital – Reed takes first playoff win as Pieters get picked for Europe
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Hamish Neal provides a collection of golf thoughts from the week plus some player performance/form notes.
1986 – A Year With The Blacks Finals Week 1: Cracking Semis
September 2, 2016 by 8 Comments
Gordon Agars has somehow lasted until the first week of the Blacks 1986 finals. They’re going OK.
2016 Footy Almanac Cover: The Case for Swanny
September 1, 2016 by 39 Comments
Early nominations have come in for the cover of this year’s Footy Almanac, Phil Dimitriadis presents his case for Dane Swan. Is it justified?
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