Richo (yes, THE Richo) is at East Coburg CC Thursday night

Richmond-lovers and lovers of the great man, Richo is live at East Coburg. Will be huge.

All welcome.

Almanac Cinema: Extreme Whiplash

Nominated for Oscars across a range of categories at today’s 87th Academy Awards, Steve Baker has his fingers crossed for his favourite film of 2014 – Damien Chazelle’s Whiplash

Little Local Larrikins – Part Two: The Long Awaited Conversation

On what turns out to be a blisteringly hot Saturday, Sean Mortell and his Eltham Tennis Club teammates clash with St John’s Catholic on the hallowed en-tout-cas of Banyule. Leading 5-4 in the deciding set, it’s up to Sean to serve for the match and a win for Eltham.

Mayweather v Pacquiao – May 2, 2015: Right here! Right now!

The fight the world has been waiting for is scheduled for May 2. Gregor Lewis puts into a sporting context (by referring to the Seattle Seahawks) and a boxing context.

Almanac Music (Stereo Stories): Sooner or later one of us must know

Brian Nankervis’s touching and thought-provoking story written at the time his family were making arrangements for his dear father’s funeral. What would Bob Dylan have said?

Too Few are Flipping Father Time the Finger

A fantastic and thought-provoking piece from Jeff Dowsing: Why do we instantly write-off sportspeople when they hit the big 3-0? If you’re good enough, play on, argues Jeff.

Cricket-Nomics – the Economics of Cricket World Cup

Tim Harcourt looks at the economic impact of the ICC World Cup. [An important academic discipline, from the Airport Economist – JTH]

ICC World Cup 2015 – New Zealand v England: Who is Partying after the Match?

For all of the words you’ll read about England’s humiliating defeat at the hands of the New Zealand Black Caps in their World Cup match in Wellington yesterday, none will highlight their capitulation as starkly as this rookie cricket fan’s view of the match. “From the mouth of [cricketing] babes…”

Kayne Calls for DRS at the Grammys

Imagine if Awards ceremonies allowed DRS. Peter Zitterschlager pictures Kanye West taking issue with Beck at this year’s Grammy Awards recently and plays third umpire on the referral. [Harsh, but fair. – Ed]

Beau Waters denouement

Beau Waters retired yesterday after 120 games over 12 seasons. Peter Baulderstone pays tribute to his favourite current day footballer. A good footballer but an off-field champ.

Almanac Weekend Reading : February 20-22

Another weekend, and another series of readings for your consideration from The Footy Almanac.

Almanac Art : Sunday Morning

Kate Birrell contemplates the world (pre-game) on a Sunday morning

A-League Week 18 Preview – The Falling Over Edition

As the race to the title begins to get serious, Hamish Neal takes a look at this weekend’s action in the A-League.

Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: What Are You Looking Forward To This Season?

The excitement builds for Cam Hooke and his dedicated band of Woodspeople. With less than a week before the Pies NAB Challenge debut against Hawthorn, Cam Asks the faithful what they’re looking forward to this season?

Crio’s Racing: Lightning and Hobartville Stakes days

It’s almost Autumn Carnival time and Crio says the fields are good but still a bit thin. Top horses on display in the big WFA races at Flemington and Rosehill. Guidance required.

Season 2015 – Wanna Volunteer with the Almanac?

The Almanac wants you. Read on…

Northern Territory Football League Team Of The Year

Jackson Clark picks his Northern Territory team of the year. Some familiar and not so familiar names in this impressive line-up.

Everything Old is New Again: Sydney Swans Season Preview 2015

Not even the bloody sparrows will dampen Joe Moore’s hopes for Sydney in 2015. Some impressive additions to the Swans list and record pet memberships have hopes high for the Bloods.

Swans TV Unlimited

A Swans pre-season featuring Swans TV, Hip Hop, One Day and Marty Mattner. Mathilde de Hauteclocque at her pre-season best.

Sadness on Animal Cruelty

The 4Corners investigative report into the live baiting of racing greyhounds and the graphic images recorded on hidden cameras has shocked sports fans and animal lovers alike. Yoshi shares an impassioned plea to end this cruel and barbaric practice and to punish those found guilty.