Don’t wait until the horse has bolted. If you are keen to play this Spring, you’d better start paying attention and making some decisions. Randwick leads the charge this Saturday, with The Valley in support.
Round 20 – Port Adelaide v GWS: We’ll write our names as the sun goes down
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Cathryn McDonald loves the match day experience at the Adelaide Oval. And when you team puts on a performance like Port did to overcome a determined GWS, there’s a lot to like.
The Senseless Sanction: Swans’ Trading Ban
August 19, 2015 by 28 Comments
Joe Moore makes some pointed observations about the Sydney trading ban.
Book Review: Joffa: Isn’t That Life?
August 19, 2015 by 10 Comments
Phil Dimitriadis reflects on the trauma, passion and generosity of Jeff ‘Joffa’ Corfe.
Round 20 – Fearless 2015: Michael Jamison fresh airs Mitch Robinson… A bit sooky lala
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Lots of fallout from round 20. From the Friday night lights of the SCG to another classic Derby out west, this is how Fearless saw round 20.
Essendon’s Coaching Selection Process: A Chance to Buck Modern Trends
August 19, 2015 by 2 Comments
WIth Essendon now in need of a new coach, Fooz Pietersen suggests they look for someone with experience in that role.
The Ashes 2015 – Fifth Test, The Oval: Call for Writers
August 19, 2015 by 3 Comments
The Fifth Test of the 2015 Ashes series between England and Australia is set to begin Thursday night. Coming to the end. We’d love to publish your thoughts. Let’s get this game well covered. Please nominate a day (or a session!).
Comfort in the Familiar
August 19, 2015 by 13 Comments
Andrew Starkie escapes to the Bellarine Peninsula for a weekend of head clearing and country sport. (Marvellous observations – Ed.)
Round 19 – Adelaide v Richmond: THUD
August 19, 2015 by 2 Comments
Chris Daley rushed home from work to catch his Tigers at Adelaide Oval. He was back to earth in a hurry.
Overheard at Essendon Part 5: Sorry Seems to be the Hardest Word (or, When are you going to pay for the gift!)
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The (farewell) gift that, until yesterday at least, keeps on giving. Part 5 of Sean Curtain’s Tullamarine eavesdropping.
WAFL Round 21: WAFL shuffle continues
August 19, 2015 by 1 Comment
Les Everett reviews Round 21 of the WAFL as it produced some unusual ladder movement, with Claremont moving into the 5 and East Perth slipping down to 3.
So who do I barrack for now?
August 19, 2015 by 6 Comments
Rod Oaten has kept us up to date about how an old Dons supporter has been feeling over the last three seasons. Here is his latest instalment, penned yesterday.
Almanac Rugby League – The courageous journey of Ian Roberts (first published in The Guardian Australia).
August 19, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Your Almanac for the Train: A fantastic profile of Rugby League trailblazer Ian Roberts, the code’s first openly gay player by Patrick Skene
Round 20 – Sydney v Collingwood: I’m just wild about Harry
August 19, 2015 by 5 Comments
Road Trip. Family Bracher head up the Hume to see their Swans (and especially Harry Cunningham), and trudge with a win under their belt. [Super expose of the family car sojourn with references to many places you’ll know – JTH]
Northern FL: Cougars Secure Finals Position With Impressive Win Over Montmorency
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It’s finals time for Northcote Park after a breakthrough win over Montmorency, reports Stephen Marson.
Mark Pennings’ Origins of Australian Football Vol 3
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LAUNCH TOMORROW. Vol 3 of Mark Pennings early history of Australian football follows on from his first two critically-acclaimed books. This volume is being launched at the MCC Library at 1pm on Aug 20. All welcome.
And how are Essendon people (and others) feeling about James Hird’s resignation this afternoon?
August 18, 2015 by 22 Comments
Your thoughts?
Going to the Footy at Manuka (a.k.a StarTrack Oval, but only on game day)
August 18, 2015 by 2 Comments
For the uninitiated; Bruce Kennedy supplies you with this handy cheat-sheet of what to expect when breaking your maiden status at Manuka for AFL footy. It’s not exactly glowing in praise, but proof that local knowledge goes a long way.
Round 20 – Geelong v Hawthorn: Hawks too good for the Cats
August 18, 2015 by 3 Comments
Jeremy Hill is used to the feeling of trepidation when facing Geelong. This time, he enjoys the full Hawthorn show; ageing stars and all.
Jim Stynes statue: the photo, the conversation
August 18, 2015 by 3 Comments
A statue, a conversation with 9-year-old Harry; observations and photograph thanks to Sasha Lennon.
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