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.
Book Launch: “The Biggest Game in Town: An analysis of the AFL’s Vilification Policy” (May 25)
May 16, 2016 by 3 Comments
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life – Round 8 review
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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
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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
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Rod Oaten ventures to the Brunswick Street Oval to watch Roy Boys tackle the Old Brighton Grammarians.
Round 8 – Richmond v Sydney: Lights will guide you home
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Richmond’s after the siren win against Sydney was difficult for Swans fan David however in perspective it was a good night.
Kmac – great player, even better bloke
May 15, 2016 by 63 Comments
Kieran McGuinness fractured three vertebrae playing for the Northern Blues last weekend. Rulebook Ashwood pens a note about the man who provided him with his favourite footy memory of all time
Round 7 – Port Adelaide v Brisbane: The Sunday, Twilight, Mother’s Day Blockbuster
May 15, 2016 by 1 Comment
Mike Hugo wonders at the marvels of AFL scheduling as the Power bring home the chrysanthemums on Mother’s Day
H.C.A. Harrison: Whittlesea’s link to a founder of the Australian game.
May 15, 2016 by 5 Comments
Glen highlights the life of an Aussie Rules founder.
Round 8 – Essendon v North Melbourne: Winners, not grinners
May 15, 2016 by 5 Comments
Part of me wonders why Bombers supporters bother turning up this year, given expectations for their side are so low. Or why nearly 60,000 of them have paid for memberships, funding the institution that let them and their playing list down so badly. Another part of me gets it. We’re a tribal town and few [Read more]
The Conundrum of Sports Gambling
May 14, 2016 by 15 Comments
Is sports gambling the new smoking? Robbo looks at the history and future of a phenomenon that seems as much a part of sport than the contest itself.
450 scoreboards, and counting
May 14, 2016 by 2 Comments
A few seasons ago Almanackers Les Everett and Vin Maskell began their Scoreboard Pressure project: a website about, yep, scoreboards. From Adelaide Oval to Airport West to Afghanistan; from the MCG to Uranquinty, from Yarck to Yea to Yealering.
Round 8 Preview – The Man in White in Always Right
May 13, 2016 by 1 Comment
Sal previews Round 8, Friar time and the EPL. Also gives his view on the men in white.
Fitzroy Rotary Pick: Round 8
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Peter Hille updates us with the latest selections for Fitzroy Rotary Club.
It’s ok to question the umpiring: when 17-1 is not a date
May 13, 2016 by 24 Comments
Crows man, Dave Brown, almost manages a recrimination-free look at the ins and outs of an AFL club seeking clarification on an interesting night’s umpiring
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