In the aftermath of being all out for 60, Cricket Froth unloads on cricket’s domestic schedule after an Ashes series where only 12 days of a possible 20 have been utilised.
Essendon 2015 List Review – Part 1: Defenders
With James Hird’s departure from Essendon now official, Nick Weidmann analyses the 2015 Essendon backline. Who should stay? Who should go? What does Essendon’s defensive stocks offer their in-coming coach? Bomber fans; do you agree?
Round 20 – Western Bulldogs v Melbourne: A tale of two TV screens
It was the tale of two TV screens on Sunday afternoon for Demons fan Joseph Ryan, as he watched his Dees take on the Bulldogs at Etihad Stadium and the Netball World Cup final between the Diamonds and New Zealand. There was only one contest that was tough, entertaining and meaningful, and it sure as heck wasn’t the footy…
Round 20 – Western Bulldogs v Melbourne: Forever Casting out the Demons
Life-long fan Neil Anderson was at the MCG to his Bulldogs win the 1954 premiership. It has been a barren stretch since then. But maybe it is time for him to abandon his pessimism.
Round 20 – Brisbane v Carlton: Words Fail
Sometimes not saying anything can say so much more than a 1,000 word rant might, as Blues fan Peter Fuller demonstrates. [Clubhouse leader for post of the month, for mine. – Ed]
Haiku Bob – Round 20 – mothballs
Has there been a more frustrating season for Magpie fans than 2015? Haiku Bob contemplates another ‘honourable loss’ that effectively ends the Pies’ hopes of a place in September
Almanac Racing – pay attention!
Don’t wait until the horse has bolted. If you are keen to play this Spring, you’d better start paying attention and making some decisions. Randwick leads the charge this Saturday, with The Valley in support.
Round 20 – Port Adelaide v GWS: We’ll write our names as the sun goes down
Cathryn McDonald loves the match day experience at the Adelaide Oval. And when you team puts on a performance like Port did to overcome a determined GWS, there’s a lot to like.
The Senseless Sanction: Swans’ Trading Ban
Joe Moore makes some pointed observations about the Sydney trading ban.
Book Review: Joffa: Isn’t That Life?
Phil Dimitriadis reflects on the trauma, passion and generosity of Jeff ‘Joffa’ Corfe.
Round 20 – Fearless 2015: Michael Jamison fresh airs Mitch Robinson… A bit sooky lala
Lots of fallout from round 20. From the Friday night lights of the SCG to another classic Derby out west, this is how Fearless saw round 20.
Essendon’s Coaching Selection Process: A Chance to Buck Modern Trends
WIth Essendon now in need of a new coach, Fooz Pietersen suggests they look for someone with experience in that role.
The Ashes 2015 – Fifth Test, The Oval: Call for Writers
The Fifth Test of the 2015 Ashes series between England and Australia is set to begin Thursday night. Coming to the end. We’d love to publish your thoughts. Let’s get this game well covered. Please nominate a day (or a session!).
Comfort in the Familiar
Andrew Starkie escapes to the Bellarine Peninsula for a weekend of head clearing and country sport. (Marvellous observations – Ed.)
Round 19 – Adelaide v Richmond: THUD
Chris Daley rushed home from work to catch his Tigers at Adelaide Oval. He was back to earth in a hurry.
Overheard at Essendon Part 5: Sorry Seems to be the Hardest Word (or, When are you going to pay for the gift!)
The (farewell) gift that, until yesterday at least, keeps on giving. Part 5 of Sean Curtain’s Tullamarine eavesdropping.
WAFL Round 21: WAFL shuffle continues
Les Everett reviews Round 21 of the WAFL as it produced some unusual ladder movement, with Claremont moving into the 5 and East Perth slipping down to 3.
So who do I barrack for now?
Rod Oaten has kept us up to date about how an old Dons supporter has been feeling over the last three seasons. Here is his latest instalment, penned yesterday.
Almanac Rugby League – The courageous journey of Ian Roberts (first published in The Guardian Australia).
Your Almanac for the Train: A fantastic profile of Rugby League trailblazer Ian Roberts, the code’s first openly gay player by Patrick Skene
Round 20 – Sydney v Collingwood: I’m just wild about Harry
Road Trip. Family Bracher head up the Hume to see their Swans (and especially Harry Cunningham), and trudge with a win under their belt. [Super expose of the family car sojourn with references to many places you’ll know – JTH]











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