Almanac Art: Calling all artists who would like to exhibit their (football) works in Mildura and the Riverland

Citrus Bob Utber is convening a major football art exhibition in Mildura. If you would like to be part of the exhibition here’s how to get involved. [This looks terrific – JTH]

WAFL Round 8: Sharks maul Lions

Les Everett wraps up WAFL Round 8. East Fremantle Sharks again enjoyed visiting Leederville [who doesn’t? – Ed].

Round 7 – Collingwood v Carlton: Junkyard Dogs Launch Schadenfreude Festival

John Butler is pretty satisfied with Carlton’s new direction. How about Collingwood, JB?

Round 7 – Geelong v West Coast: Cats hold strong (Junior Almanac)

Young John Sullivan’s Mum received a message during the week – did John wish to form part of the on-ground guard of honour for the Cats on Saturday? You bet. “It was so cool to see them all up so close on game day, not at training or a skills clinic.”

The 2016 Bernie Quinlan Cup – Round Seven

Earl O’Neill’s homespun Round 7 review is again three-parts-wisdom to one-part-speculation. [You’d need to go a long way to find better Round reviews – Ed].

Junior Footy – Ivanhoe v Fitzroy Under 9-S: Rainy day thriller

Theo Harms reports on his Fitzroy Under 9-S side’s cracking game against Ivanhoe. With photos from Richard Colyer. [Well done Theo – Dad]

Almanac Hurling: Waterford v Clare – Ireland Division 1A Final Replay

After drawing the Division 1A final recently, Waterford and Clare “came back next week” for the replay. As reported in The Irish Times, the replay was a cracker – held yesterday in Thurles, County Tipperary.

Round 7 – St Kilda v North Melbourne: Footyholic and be who I am

Yoshi doesn’t expect a great deal from his Saints, a win, more attacking footy and a western girlfriend who will give him the same respect as Nick Riewoldt.

Almanac Cricket: ‘How scoring made me political’ or ‘How cricket made me a socialist’

A ripper piece in The Cricket Monthly from Elizabeth Ammon.

Round 7 – Geelong v West Coast: Unconvincing

Trucker Slim ventured down the highway and was unconvinced with the Cats convincing win against the Eagles

Collingwood’s new recruit

Collingwood has a new recruit to deal with, A Schadenfreude and opposition fans love him.

Round 7 – Sydney v Essendon: Dynamic Duo

History and entertainment are littered with partnerships that just work, Tom Bally suggests the Swans have added the Buddy and Heeney Show.

Round 7 – St. Kilda v North Melbourne: Saints Lose In An Arm Wrestle On Mothers’ Day

For Saints fan Braham Dabscheck, Petrie’s 300th was a top game with a sad result for the Saints and while the signs are good, a win would be nicer.

Anastasios (Tom) Dimitriadis and the Tom Wills grave restoration project

What has Tom Dimitriadis got to do with the Tom Wills grave restoration project? Thanks to all of those who have made a contribution already. [This is the text of last Friday’s Almanac e-newsletter]

Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life – Round 7 Review

Collingwood’s True believers are struggling but Cam Hooke continues to keep the faith

Almanac Rugby League: Five Metre Gap – May Representative Weekend May 2016

Hamish Neal’s 5 Metre Gap assesses the representative round Rugby League.

Almanac Weeekend Sports Results 9/5/16

All the weekend’s sporting results worth knowing.

Round 7 – Collingwood v Carlton: I Hate Footy

For Luke Reynolds, his sporting passion comes in black and white, Collingwood and Newcastle United fan and neither are delivering the goods.

VAFA B Section – Hampton v Fitzroy: Donuts, Sausage Rolls and Free Hot Dogs

Roy Boys endured a tough game against Hampton Rovers and the presence of Dr Phil at the game ensured one player was grateful for a dentist in attendance.

Round 7 – Sydney v Essendon: Gratitude, Mindfulness and Empathy on a Saturday arvo at the Footy

Jan Courtin questions her empathy to Swans’ opposition on game day while mindful they should kick at least 20 goals against this Bombers team.