In the lead-up to today’s Grand Final Declan Fay remembers life as a Hawks fan living in exile in Perth in the late ’80s. He tells the story of going to a game the Eagles won by a point. He was seven. He’s a lot older now and in New York. [Perfect prep for the grand Final – Ed]
The Pre Wrap – The Finals Week VI
October 2, 2015 by 3 Comments
Mr Wrap previews the AFL Grand Final and reviews Brownlow Medal night.
Finals Week 3 – Fremantle v Hawthorn: Don’t Dream It’s Over
October 2, 2015 by 9 Comments
Come along with Trucker Slim. He’s survived the Freo experience. And here he draws upon the dreams and inspiration of Otis Redding, Suicide and Crowded House for the Big Dance…
No ticket no worries
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After a slow start, Matt Watson has now attended many Grand Finals in many and varied guises. Bt this year he will be watching from a pub somewhere in Melbourne.
Ramblings from the Oche – Part II
October 2, 2015 by 5 Comments
Wonderful reflection on a lot more than darts and sport. [I wasn’t expecting this when I started reading – Ed]
Eagles versus Hawthorn – youth versus experience
October 1, 2015 by 1 Comment
In the big one, is there an advantage in having youth on your side? And a lack of fear of defeat?
Mauritian AFL team fails to take flight – A Metaphor
October 1, 2015 by 1 Comment
From the team at World Footy News: While the AFL is directing a vast amount of resources at Sydney’s west and the Gold Coast, and given that Canberra has a League and Rugby presence in the national capitol, this is a really interesting perspective and food for thought from a year 12 student in the ACT about the avenues for growing Australian rules football.
Everything (and more) that you wanted to know about the West Coast Eagles 2015 but were afraid to ask
October 1, 2015 by 18 Comments
Peter Baulderstone is sick of the endless drivel from the Melbourne media about the Hawks dynasty. Last years rooster is this year’s Tony Abbott. He channels popular culture to explain the glorious Eagles team and playing style to the uninformed Eastern States observer.
Grand Final Preview – Will the Hawks be GOATs?
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A big weekend of sport needs some handy investment advice if you’re inclined towards a wager or two. Sal Ciardulli’s comprehensive look at this weekend’s Grand Final and the Group racing action at Money Valley, The Heath, Randwick and Headquarters should give you some food for thought by the time the off rolls around.
Almanac Racing – Moir/Epsom/Turnbull weekend treble
October 1, 2015 by 25 Comments
On Saturday it is exactly a month until the First Tuesday in November. Despite the footy distractions, it is now or never for aspirational punters.
Finals Week 3 – West Coast v North Melbourne: Brickbat
October 1, 2015 by 6 Comments
With age comes widsom and a gratitude for the important things in life… like a North Melbourne win, or the realisation that it’s not the end of the world if they don’t.
The 4th Annual AFL Grand Final Haiku Kukai
September 30, 2015 by 10 Comments
If it is precise, artistic, original coverage of the upcoming Grand Final you are after, it will be hard to go past the 4th Annual AFL Grand Final Haiku Kukai. Check out the details here.
“I have a dream…” – of the players parade at the AFL Grand Final
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Stephen Alomes had a Grand Final week dream. Imagine if Goodesy was in the retiring players motorcade…
Jill towers with the greats of the G
September 30, 2015 by 7 Comments
A great yarn from Steve Fahey about MCG staff member, Jill Towers and the day she helped Steve and his daughter Holly avoid chaos (and perhaps a search and rescue operation) one eventful winter’s Friday afternoon.
Round 14 Fantasy Game – Adelaide versus Geelong.
September 30, 2015 by 11 Comments
Paul Spinks shares with us his match report for the game that never was: Geelong v Adelaide, Round 14, 2015. Well played Paul.
Almanac Rugby – RWC 2015: Week 3 preview
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With most teams in the 2015 Rugby World Cup having played two matches, Hamish Neal has a look at the state of play in the tournament.
Season Highlights 2015 – Hawthorn: Round 16, Sydney Swans v Hawthorn: For Tim
September 30, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Re-packaging a great piece from Joe Moore in the wake of the round 16 clash between the Swans and Hawks: Although his Bloods lost the match, he was happy for one particular Hawthorn fan. Perhaps Joe’s allegiances rest with Hawthorn on Saturday as they take on West Coast?
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