Cam Hooke is back with his weekly preview
Crio’s Racing: Much of muchness
May 28, 2015 by 13 Comments
You couldn’t possibly get excited by the Melbourne metro option – a dog’s breakfast with cats on the menu. But Crio concedes some interest in Doomben and a yearning for the Swedish trots. The man needs a break. Tips please!
Round 8 – Geelong v Carlton: Carrying The Torch
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James ‘Dermie’ Demetrie (our Almanac IT man) finally got to run out for the mighty Cats. He explains how.
Where to from here because it’s time to cut the crap!
May 28, 2015 by 6 Comments
Don’t step back, step right into it with a clear idea of the most important trait in football: enthusiasm. That’s Jill Scanlon’s advice for New Carlton in the 14 weeks they have left of the 2015 season.
A Certain Infidelity: Bearing All (sic – as you will see)
May 28, 2015 by 10 Comments
Federal Member for Gellibrand Tim Watts is confessing an undeniable infidelity – no, not the one that politicians usually confess to. A worse one: his sworn vows to the Brisbane Bears are being pulled apart by the fighting passion of the Doggies.
Haiku Bob – Round 8 – wherever you look
May 28, 2015 by 2 Comments
What a difference a week makes: “10 goals up/We start talking again/About the future.”
FIFA Scandal: Sepp Blatter speaks
May 28, 2015 by 4 Comments
Our western correspondent shares exclusive footage from inside FIFA headquarters.
Almanac Soccer – The Goodfellas A-League and EPL Season Wrap (2014-2015)
May 28, 2015 by Leave a Comment
With Melbourne Victory taking the local honours in the A-League and Chelsea claiming the EPL title, Dr Cruel and Stone Cold Steve Baker wrap up the seasons that were in Australia and English soccer. Gorn, GET IN!
Old Carlton vs the New: will there be any changes?
May 28, 2015 by 1 Comment
Mark LeGiodice and Steven Trigg have promised Carlton fans a strong rebuild leading to a bright future… but will they be able to walk the perilous tightrope and avoid the long damnations of history? Fooz Pietersen investigates.
Round 8 – Hawthorn v Sydney: Neutral Supporters.
May 28, 2015 by 1 Comment
Tigers supporter Chris and his Eagle supporting mate Al wantched the Hawks v Swans game as neutrals and Al especially had a great time.
SANFL: Rulebook’s Redlegs v The Cock-a-doodle-dos
May 28, 2015 by 29 Comments
Rulebook previews the big game between the Legs and the Roosters.
Round 8- Hawthorn v Sydney: YOLO
May 27, 2015 by 5 Comments
In footy you live at least once each week. Mathilde de Hauteclocque has lived it this week. We are the better for it.
Almanac Rugby League – State of Origin 2015: Blasphemy, But Origin Ain’t What It Used To Be
May 27, 2015 by 1 Comment
As State of Origin begins for another year, Blues supporter Wayne is disappointed that the mystery of Origin is no longer there.
Round 8 – GWS v Adelaide: Benno’s AFL debut
May 27, 2015 by 3 Comments
Benno the Sturt supporting son of the Almanac meteorologist, aged four, chooses birthplace over birthright as he decides which AFL team to barrack for.
Almanac Rugby League – State of Origin 2015, Game 1: What it’s all about
May 27, 2015 by 3 Comments
What the might Maroons are fighting for – the Queensland way.
Round 8 – Hawthorn v Sydney, MCG: Space Invaders / a Ben Affleck uplift.
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Hawks supporter Paul Campbell reports on the close loss to the Swans and how the AFL is starting to become more of a defensive game.
Round 8 – Fremantle v North Melbourne: In Absentia
May 27, 2015 by 3 Comments
Roos supporter Rob was unable to watch his Roos on Saturday night and, as he’s discussed, it’s probably a good thing as the Roos had a disappointing loss against Freo.
Reminder – Almanac Event: Lunch with Luke Ball on the 29th of May
May 27, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Join Luke Ball for lunch on the 29th of May at the Royal Melbourne Hotel. Read on for details. RSVP essential.
Round 8: St Kilda v West Coast Eagles: A reflection on a half-full glass
May 27, 2015 by 6 Comments
Despite her Saints’ second-half thrashing, it was a typical day at the footy for Yvette Wroby: fascinating people, happy thoughts and hope for the future.
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