Stephen Hodder knows pain, as this open and honest account explains. And he knows footy pain, which he keeps in perspective, even when things are not going your way.
Round 6 – Carlton v Brisbane: A successful Mother’s Day
May 12, 2015 by 1 Comment
What does a successful Mother’s Day look like? Andrew Weiss offers breakfast in bed, children’s presents, a winery lunch and an AFL win. Success?
WAFL Round 8: Falcons fly home in the Perth derby
May 12, 2015 by 4 Comments
West Perth prove too strong for rivals East Perth, while Subiaco, Claremont and East Fremantle join the Falcons on the winners list as Les Everett wraps up round eight in the WAFL
Round 6 – Gold Coast v Adelaide: what’s the difference between Eddie Betts and Ed Smart?
May 12, 2015 by 6 Comments
Dave Brown prepares solidly for a Crows-on-the-TV experience with Mr 7th Birthday Party Lad. Eddie Betts rises a rung or two.
Round 6 – Carlton v Brisbane: It’s happened again. Calamity at Docklands
May 12, 2015 by 4 Comments
Peter Fuller spends a weekend being well tested across the spectra of association football, Australian football, failing health and Mother’s day etiquette. But waiting for the Carlton game denouement was one bridge too far.
Round 6 – Collingwood v Geelong: Observations from Friday Night
May 12, 2015 by 19 Comments
Dips O’Donnell was flat out observing his Cats last Friday night. There was a lot to see.
Round 6 – Fremantle v Essendon: Talent and discipline in spades
May 11, 2015 by 6 Comments
Sean Gorman is learning that junior footy administration requires dedication, determination and patience. He is also learning that the Dockers are a seriously good footy side.
Finding Joy Outside of Richmond
May 11, 2015 by 5 Comments
The essence of sport is the stories that come and go, inspiring us as they do. Sarah Black gives us the five best of the 2015 season (happy birthday Sarah).
Round 6 – Western Bulldogs v St Kilda: One more mountain to climb
May 11, 2015 by 6 Comments
Taking nothing away from St Kilda’s amazing effort, Neil Anderson with the Bulldogs perspective of Saturday’s loss. wonders aloud if selection calls might be burning out the young Pups running brigade.
The Wrap – Round VI: Where Life Imitates Football
May 11, 2015 by 1 Comment
The Wrap has arrived for Round 6. And there’s plenty for wrappers to sink their teeth into after a crazy round of footy.
Analysis: Queuing up at the bottom in Melbourne
May 11, 2015 by 6 Comments
Sometimes we forget we live in a diverse continent of six nations. Neil Belford reminds us (beautifully) and points out that Victorian-centricity is as relevant as the British Empire.
Round 6 – GWS v Hawthorn: Standing Up
May 11, 2015 by 1 Comment
Finally a return to Spotless Stadium for the GWS and another entry from Hawthorn in the worst alternate-strips Hall of Fame.
Round 6 – GWS v Hawthorn: It is not a bacon tree
May 11, 2015 by 6 Comments
Dan Hansen on the Giants stirring win against the reigning premier. Finally back at Homebush, the GWS reward the faithful by showcasing the fruits of their development. Now with added Clarko-baiting.
Round 6 Melbourne v Sydney Swans: Heading South In My SWANZ Wagon
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Jan Courtin;’s round 6 match report
Farewell to a Great Friar
May 11, 2015 by 8 Comments
Sal Ciardulli pays tribute to Rev V N Kierce OCarm and reflects on his impact on the lives of many at Whitefriars College and beyond.
NBA – Chicago Bulls v Cleveland Cavaliers: Rose.
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Author Paul Campbell describes how Derrick Rose’s buzzer winning shot and the Bulls win against the Cleveland Cavaliers makes sport so beautiful to watch.
Round 6 – GWS v Hawthorn: Orange Crush
May 11, 2015 by 4 Comments
For Carlton supporters, anything to distract from the current debacle at Princes Park is welcome. As a resident of the AFL’s mysterious Greater Western Sydney region, The Philby witnessed the Giants pull off an astonishing win.
History: In search of Blundstone footy boots
May 11, 2015 by 10 Comments
Didn’t know Blundstones made them! Well, I’ll be blowed.
Help us do the research; let us know if you’ve ever worn a pair.
Round 6 – Richmond v North Melbourne: Slow train to nowhere
May 11, 2015 by 2 Comments
Recalling some champion Richmond forwards to come out Tasmania, Chris Daley pays tribute to Warrnambool footy legend, and a member of the Swans 1945 Bloodbath team, Don Grossman, as he treks west to a christening and tries to catch the action as his beloved Tigers struggle in Hobart.
Round 6 – Port Adelaide v West Coast: Last Call – All Passengers Aboard the Alberton Train…Last Stop Top Four
May 11, 2015 by 5 Comments
Chris Michaels discusses through the example of their home defeat to the Eagles that there are too many passengers in the Power team at the moment.
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