Alex Docherty reckons the Dogs and Crows have a fierce history. This one, tight and emotional (” ‘BONTYYYYYYYY!!!!’ I get up off the couch and scream his name”), was “a fantastic game of footy. The Dogs are back.
Lethal Leigh’s reform: How twelve ancient Uni of Hobart footballers have influenced the direction of the AFL
May 10, 2016 by 7 Comments
A resolution from a North Fitzroy Arms lunch may have altered the direction of Australian football. [Never under-estimate the touring Tasmanians – JTH]
Frustrated Eddie: another snide remark about the Swans
May 10, 2016 by 13 Comments
Jan Courtin wonders to what Eddie McGuire is referring when he mentions Sydney’s “controversial recruits.”
Round 7 – Collingwood v Carlton: 5 stages of grief in a Smith St bar
May 10, 2016 by 18 Comments
Wearing t-shirts with wine stains, David Wilson’s characters take us through the 5 stages of Collingwood grief in a Smith St bar.
Round 7 – Fremantle v GWS: Love Hurts
May 10, 2016 by 2 Comments
As is customary, Josh Coales meets his Grandad for the Freo game. But now at 0-7, Josh thinks his Dockers are teaching him some life lessons [Happy Birthday Josh’s Mum – Ed].
Round 7 – St Kilda v North Melbourne: 300 Cheers for Drew Petrie
May 10, 2016 by 2 Comments
Years ago, Drew Petrie made an early impression on Rob Chanter (and son). And much like his footy career, D Petrie’s 300th game was a beauty.
Almanac Art: Calling all artists who would like to exhibit their (football) works in Mildura and the Riverland
May 10, 2016 by 10 Comments
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
May 10, 2016 by 1 Comment
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
May 10, 2016 by 19 Comments
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)
May 10, 2016 by 5 Comments
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
May 10, 2016 by 4 Comments
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
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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
May 9, 2016 by 2 Comments
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
May 9, 2016 by 2 Comments
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’
May 9, 2016 by 1 Comment
A ripper piece in The Cricket Monthly from Elizabeth Ammon.
Round 7 – Geelong v West Coast: Unconvincing
May 9, 2016 by 18 Comments
Trucker Slim ventured down the highway and was unconvinced with the Cats convincing win against the Eagles
Collingwood’s new recruit
May 9, 2016 by 1 Comment
Collingwood has a new recruit to deal with, A Schadenfreude and opposition fans love him.
Round 7 – Sydney v Essendon: Dynamic Duo
May 9, 2016 by 1 Comment
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
May 9, 2016 by 4 Comments
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.
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