Yoshi Imagawa has been reading the (green?) tea leaves and predicts bright futures for his Saints new draft picks.
AFL Draft – Not Meant to Be
November 29, 2014 by 2 Comments
Mick Jeffrey journeyed down from North Queensland for the AFL Draft on the Gold Coast. His progress only interrupted by bookings disasters, hail storms and midget draftees (such is the lot of Bulldogs loyalists – Ed.)
Sport, Team and Memory
November 29, 2014 by 2 Comments
In thinking about the tragic death of Phil Hughes, Brutas Mudcake reminds us of the significance of sport, team and memory.
The Draft: A brief note for Yvette and other passionate Sainters
November 28, 2014 by 4 Comments
As I live in Qld and more than likely do not know the intimate details as much as you do about the Saints (although have followed for over 50 years), do you not think that a couple of good or maybe up and coming defenders might have helped our cause. Have no problems with our [Read more]
Phil Hughes
November 28, 2014 by 9 Comments
Callum O’Connor on how Phil Hughes’ tragic death has impacted the local cricketer.
Shock losses never leave us
November 28, 2014 by 8 Comments
Jeff Dowsing on the passing of Phillip Hughes and death in sport.
The Support Needed by Footballers and the Expectations on Coaches
November 28, 2014 by 2 Comments
Yoshi offers some thoughts on player development and support…and that of coaches also.
Crio’s Racing: Miracles do Happen
November 27, 2014 by 6 Comments
It is the run-up to Christmas, but Crio is stil talking racing. This week he will be at Woolamai for the “picnics”. And there is also harness racing on, too, if you are so inclined.
First Contact – Part 2: A lesson in dehumanisation.
November 27, 2014 by 2 Comments
Arabella Douglas watched the second part of First Contact. This is her response. [Another powerfully instructive piece – Ed]
Inside the closed head injury
November 27, 2014 by 29 Comments
The serious head injury to cricketer Phil Hughes has shocked everyone and sparked a range of responses. David Wilson has previously shared his experience with serious head injury in a car accident (he counts his recovery as the “luckiest of the lucky”) and offers some personal, clinical and philosophical insights into the journey.
Captaining AFL Clubs
November 27, 2014 by 2 Comments
Yoshi (from Japan) looks at the recent movements of players and the decisions clubs have made in naming their captains.
Send Lawyers, Drugs and Money – the Eagles hit the fan
November 26, 2014 by 11 Comments
Peter Baulderstone is angry with the continued post-career implosion of the lives of star Eagles. Is there a better way of guiding the futures of one-dimensional on-field warriors? Contributions welcomed.
Au revoir, ANZ Stadium
November 26, 2014 by 6 Comments
Joe Moore, fresh from his trip south, responds to the decision to drop Homebush as a Swans venue withdancing in the aisles (or memories of, at least).
57 Mt Pleasant Street (part 1)
November 25, 2014 by 2 Comments
E.regnans has found a couple of sporting commentators to express our rage at the destruction of our “once great game” (pick one).
In Bob we trust
November 25, 2014 by 12 Comments
Rees Quilford has spent a lifetime stalking Bob Murphy. It has filled him with confidence that the kennel is in good hands with it’s new Top Dog.
A tall story – should ruckmen bother turning up to draft night?
November 25, 2014 by 7 Comments
Dave Brown runs the ruler (pun intended – Ed.) over the role of tall players in the AFL. Pure ruckman, pinch hitter or key position player? Can you pick ruck talent at 17?
Mariners’ predicament represents new era of A-League expansion
November 25, 2014 by 5 Comments
Tom Riordan sees a square peg in Gosford’s Central Coast Mariners, and a round hole in FFA’s stated policy on viable cities. Central Coast has done well, but what will the future hold?
Crio’s Question: Which other team best fits your AFL team?
November 24, 2014 by 5 Comments
Crio wonders which teams from other sports best align with those of our AFL? While it’s off season for the AFL, there’s plenty of supporting to do.
Seasons in the Sun (Part 7): That Pompeii feeling
November 24, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Callum O’Connor and the Lower Plenty Thirds are defending 9/247. Would it be enough? Is cricket a batsman’s or a bowler’s game? What happens if the Lalor Stars read Callum’s match report midweek? Would Vesuvius erupt?
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