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Round 14 – Richmond v GWS: The Jetlag Game
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Stephen Alomes’ possibly-delayed-by-jetlag report on a grey day at the G.
Torture with a sprinkle of youth: Ashes 2015 Day One Review
July 9, 2015 by 1 Comment
Sean Mortell reviews Day 1 of the 1st Ashes test in Cardiff. In particular, Sean points out that the Aussies may not be as invincible as everyone thought.
Confessions of an Adelaide Boy
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Jamie Mason has changed his view of the Adelaide Crows. In this fine debut piece, he explains why. [A moving tribute – Ed]
Almanac Rugby League – State of Origin, Game 3: Jubilant Queensland (the whole state)
July 9, 2015 by 6 Comments
“They won the mental game . They won the physical game. They won the skills game. They passed the magical 50 points mark.” A brilliant reflection on the history of Queensland sport from JJ Leahy, inspired by the magnificent performance of JT, Cam Smith and…well, all of them really.
Fitzroy Rotary Pick One Update: Round 14
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The latest Fitzroy Rotary info from Peter Hille.
Footys4All: Connor Evans at the Oceania Wrestling Championships
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Footys4All ambassador: Connor Evans
Cardiff Test – England v Australia, Day 1: Cymryd eich eiliadau (take your moments)
July 9, 2015 by 10 Comments
A life, a game, is comprised of moments.
Cardiff Test – England v Australia, Day One: Dizzy’s done us in!
July 9, 2015 by 7 Comments
Ashes Test cricket is back. Watching Yorkshiremen pile on the afternoon runs, Joe Moore has cause to wonder about the influence of our beloved JN Gillespie.
Round 15 Preview – Tackling a few issues?
July 9, 2015 by 5 Comments
Sal previews Round 15 of the AFL. While tackling a few issues that are currently in the AFL.
Round 15 – Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: On tour
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The Collingwood Life takes Cam Hooke to Thailand (can anyone enlighten him on how to watch the game on a Thursday afternoon in Phuket?). Here’s his preview of the Port fixture.
Eve, destruction….
July 8, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Cranky Pete delivers some quality cricket poetry on the opening day of The Ashes.
*Warning- not suitable for devotees of “Nearly Brearley”.
Almanac Racing – low key big day on massive weekend
July 8, 2015 by 12 Comments
“Finals Day” is a tribute to the VRC’s programming and a card worthy of scrutiny. Alas, that’s unlikely given the weather and sporting alternatives. But, a winner’s a winner and Crio’s ready to multi-task (if he can only get the remote!).
Almanac Cricket – Ashes 2015: The Ashes 101
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Stephen Fry explains the origins of The Ashes for the novices discovering Australia and England’s rivalry on the cricket pitch.
Round 14 – Essendon v St Kilda: It’s raining goals, hallelujah
July 8, 2015 by 1 Comment
Yvette Wroby mixes the sadness of the loss of Phil Walsh with the joy of the fellowship she finds in the St Kilda supporting fraternity. And with a record-breaking win over the Dons, there was much joy and singing to be had at the Docklands.
Where in the world is P. Flynn now?
July 8, 2015 by 19 Comments
Here’s the evidence that he’s been at Wimbledon…but will he make it to Cardiff?
Round 14 – Western Bulldogs v Carlton: Laughing on the inside
July 8, 2015 by 5 Comments
What happens when Neil Anderson and Peter Fuller decide to catch up at Docklands for the Western Bulldogs and Carlton clash? Read on…
The ‘Wagga Effect’
July 8, 2015 by 12 Comments
Craig Dodson throws down the gauntlet to Almanackers and sports fans alike: Is there a regional city in Australia with a better track record for producing elite sports talent than Wagga (Wagga)? Nominations welcome. [note JTH: includes reference to the time honoured Dunlop Volleys – Ed.]
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