South Fremantle and Subiaco are two games clear at the top of the WAFL ladder after Round 9. Les Everett’s wrap features many names familiar to AFL supporters.
Fearless Round 8 Review – Bucks, Ross and Dimma sing Spandau Ballet
May 17, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Fearless wraps up the news of AFL Round 8.
Round 8 – Melbourne v Western Bulldogs: Nature versus Nurture
May 17, 2016 by 6 Comments
Neil Anderson conducts a sociology experiment on the Bulldogs game against Melbourne.
VAFA B Section Round 6 – Fitzroy v Old Brighton: Put a Sock In It
May 17, 2016 by 3 Comments
Phil Hill reports on a resurgent Fitzroy and the security offered by a usefully applied checklist [Not for squeamish readers nor those fearing dental work – Ed].
Round 8 – GWS v Gold Coast: One Big Bad Giants Kaboom!
May 17, 2016 by 1 Comment
Chris Dubrow wends his way down from the Blue Mountains to watch the development of his Giants continue. “Giants are going OK.”
Round 8 – Richmond v Sydney: The key is steady breathing
May 17, 2016 by 7 Comments
Richmond’s win against Sydney was not only music to the ear for Sarah but a night where Jack provided a timely inspiration.
Round 8 – Richmond v Sydney: One that got away
May 16, 2016 by 1 Comment
A wicked bounce, a chip over the top and the ball is with Richmond’s Lloyd as the final siren sounds, the game that got away from Sydney writes Keiran Croker
Round 8 – West Coast v St Kilda: Double Rainbow In The West But No Pot Of Gold For The Saints
May 16, 2016 by 1 Comment
There was no pot of gold at the end of this rainbow for Braham Dabscheck. But he is sure that the Saints will not again play as poorly.
Round 8 – Brisbane v Collingwood: Collingwood back on song!
May 16, 2016 by 2 Comments
Ramon Dobb was disappointed when Collingwood’s game against Brisbane was scheduled against Eurovision, however he managed to find some worthy distractions.
Round 8 – Melbourne v Western Bulldogs: Sunday Arvo Dees
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It’s a quick trip to Melbourne for Piffy, but the fixture denies him a Friday night game at the G. He flies home to watch his Demons go down to the Dogs.
VAFA B Section Round 6 – Fitzroy v Old Brighton Grammarians: Of Politicians and Pickering W.
May 16, 2016 by 1 Comment
After the annual political lunch at Brunswick St Oval (thanks Rich Willingham), Fitzroy beat Old Brighton for the first time ever at home. King George!III reports on the lunch and the footy.
Round 8 – West Coast v St Kilda: We got shmushed.
May 16, 2016 by 2 Comments
In a game where little could be said about St Kilda in their loss to West Coast, Yvette Wroby manages to find a conversation.
Book Launch: “The Biggest Game in Town: An analysis of the AFL’s Vilification Policy” (May 25)
May 16, 2016 by 3 Comments
You are invited to the book launch of “The Biggest Game in Town: An analysis of the AFL’s Vilification Policy” to be held on the morning of May 25 in Melbourne. Come along to support old Almanac friends Sean Gorman, Dean Lusher and Keir Reeves.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life – Round 8 review
May 16, 2016 by Leave a Comment
With a big win over Brisbane, Cam Hooke’s Collingwood believers finally have a reason to smile.
Round 8 – Carlton v Port Adelaide: The Spirit of Craig Bradley looms large on a solemn day for Port Adelaide
May 16, 2016 by 3 Comments
Chris suggests future Carlton v Port Adelaide games be played for the Craig Bradley Cup, a champion for both clubs
Round 8 – Richmond v Sydney: Why do we play so badly against the yellow and black?
May 16, 2016 by 7 Comments
There are two things you should never challenge Jan Courtin with, spreadsheets and her Swans.
Almanac Weekend Sport Results 15/5/16
May 16, 2016 by 2 Comments
All the weekend sporting results worth knowing.
Round 8 – Richmond v Sydney: Seagulls, omens and the eleven hot dog thermos
May 15, 2016 by 23 Comments
Cheryl Critchley kept the faith when others had lost theirs … and was finally rewarded. [I just love the eleven hot dog thermos – Ed]
Of Tiger lovers and Taiko drummers
May 15, 2016 by 3 Comments
Alex Darling explores Taiko drumming and the tribal connection with Richmond FC.
VAFA B Section Round 6 – Fitzroy v Old Brighton Grammarians: The Roys are back
May 15, 2016 by 1 Comment
Rod Oaten ventures to the Brunswick Street Oval to watch Roy Boys tackle the Old Brighton Grammarians.
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