Journalist and sports historian Liam Hauser has a new book on the shelves, ‘The Immortals of State of Origin’. We invited Liam to share the background of the new release.
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Almanac Book Review: ‘The Immortals of State of Origin’ by Liam Hauser
May 18, 2023 by 1 Comment
Rugby league aficionado Matt O’Hanlon reviews sports historian Liam Hauser’s latest book, ‘The Immortals of State of Origin’, in which the author selects his all-time best teams and coaches for both Queensland and New South Wales.
Almanac Books – ‘The Immortals of Australian Cricket’ by Liam Hauser
December 5, 2018 by 1 Comment
The Almanac is happy to support a new book release by one of its part-time contributors, Liam Hauser, whose ‘The Immortals of Australian Cricket’ has hit the shelves.
Almanac Book Review: ‘The Immortals of English Cricket’ by Bill Ricquier, reviewed by Ian Hauser
October 21, 2021 by 1 Comment
Ian Hauser reviews a recent addition to the Gelding Street Press Immortals series, ‘The Immortals of English Cricket’ by Bill Ricquier.
Almanac Music: Songs that bring a tear to the eye
May 2, 2023 by 17 Comments
After the style of Kevin Densley, Liam Hauser explores songs that bring a tear to the eye.
Almanac Rugby League – Book Preview: Rugby League’s Greatest Contests – The Great Grand Finals
August 11, 2022 by Leave a Comment
The Footy Almanac is happy to promote the latest rugby league book release by Liam Hauser. The updated edition of his ‘Rugby League’s Greatest Contests – The Great Grand Finals’ will be available from next Monday.
Almanac Rugby League – 2022 State of Origin Game 3: One absentee makes all the difference
July 13, 2022 by 1 Comment
State of Origin historian Liam Hauser previews tomorrow night’s 2022 series decider in Brisbane. He finds it hard to see how Queensland can win without one key player.
Almanac Rugby League: Women’s and Men’s State of Origin previews
June 23, 2022 by 2 Comments
The feature matches of rugby league’s Representative Round are the State of Origin men’s and women’s clashes. Sports historian and State of Origin expert Liam Hauser previews both matches.
Almanac Rugby League – 2022 State of Origin, Game I Preview: A return to unpredictability
June 8, 2022 by 4 Comments
Liam Hauser is well recognised for his publications charting the history of rugby league’s State of origin. He offers his thoughts ahead of this year’s series opener in Sydney tomorrow night.
Almanac Rugby League – State of Origin Game III Review: Face saved but series lost
July 15, 2021 by 2 Comments
State of Origin author Liam Hauser reviews last night’s final game in 2021 and offers his thoughts on the overall flow of the series.
Almanac Music (and Beer): Southwark Bitter – another view
February 17, 2021 by 6 Comments
Liam Hauser has never tasted Southwark Bitter, but that didn’t mean Mickey Randall’s earlier piece didn’t hit quite a few 1980’s musical buttons, as well as a family artistic connection.
Almanac Cricket – A trip down memory lane: Recalling iconic Australian cricket incidents from 25 years ago
January 1, 2021 by 5 Comments
It’s 25 years ago tonight that Michael Bevan smashed a last-ball boundary to give Australia an ODI win over West Indies. It left a mighty impression on the then 13-year-old Liam Hauser.
Almanac Rugby League – Cameron Smith: A legend in his own time
November 5, 2020 by 2 Comments
Liam Hauser makes the case that, over the 30 years he’s followed rugby league, Cameron Smith is the greatest player he has seen.
Almanac Rugby League – NRLW 2020 Grand Final: Brisbane Broncos v Sydney Roosters – Experience overcomes potential
October 27, 2020 by Leave a Comment
The 2020 NRLW Grand Final was a torrid encounter between the Brisbane Broncos and the Sydney Roosters. Father and son team Ian and Liam Hauser covered the game from the perspective of each team.
Almanac Rugby League: NRL Finals Week 3 wrap – A week of anticipation ahead
October 20, 2020 by 1 Comment
Liam Hauser reviews the weekend’s NRL and NRLW clashes and looks ahead with anticipation to this weekend’s Grand Finals.
Almanac Rugby League – NRL Finals Week 2 + NRLW Round 2 Wrap: Roosters bow out and the NRLW gets brutal
October 13, 2020 by 1 Comment
There will be no three-peat for the Sydney Roosters in the NRL but the Rabbitohs continue to show flair out wide. Meanwhile, the NRLW became very physical. Liam Hauser brings us up to date.
Almanac Cricket: A catch to remember, 23 years on
October 12, 2020 by 7 Comments
It is 23 years to the day since Liam Hauser witnessed brilliance at the Gabba; Adam Dale took a running catch of simply outrageous proportions. Have you seen any better?
Almanac Rugby League – NRL Week 1 Finals and NRLW Round 1 wrap: Quick starters run down by the favourites
October 6, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Fast starters couldn’t hold their leads in Week 1 of the 2020 NRL Finals series while the NRLW returned for Round 1. Liam Hauser covered all six games.
Almanac Rugby League – NRL 2020 Round 20 wrap: Action aplenty as three veterans bow out
September 29, 2020 by Leave a Comment
The final round of the NRL season saw several big scores, a stunning defeat for the Roosters and the last hit-out for three veterans of the competition. Liam Hauser presents his wrap.
Almanac Rugby League – Book Review: ‘The Immortals of Australian Rugby League’ by Liam Hauser
Liam Hauser’s previous rugby league books have focussed on State of Origin and NRL Grand Finals. Here ecumenical football follower Adam Muyt reviews Liam’s latest publication, ‘The Immortals of Australian Rugby League’.