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The World Cup Alphabet – A is for…. Part 1

With 26 days to go it’s time to learn our ABC’s of the 88 year history of the FIFA World Cup. A few countries to start off with…

Vale Ivan Mauger – New Zealand Sport’s Literal Golden Boy

Dennis Gedling on his father’s hero, speedway rider the late Ivan Mauger.

The Dickensian festive season footy fan (Part 3): The ghost of footy future

This is the final chapter of Jarrod Landells’ tale of the three clubs that shaped his relationship with the AFL

Almanac (Tassie) footy – a speech by Martin Flanagan: More than a Name

We have followed the progress of the North Hobart FC and its name change over recent times. Well, there’s been a victory for the people and footy culture. North Hobart has its name back and to celebrate Martin Flanagan spoke at Saturday’s club lunch. This is the full text of his speech (after an edited version appeared in The Age).

Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: 2018 ‘The Year of the Pie’

Will 2018 be one for the True Believers asks Cam Hooke.

Almanac AFLW: Glimpsing oblivion – taking life in their hands

Cheers to all the women who look over the edge, and then step back and turn to encourage the rest of us to go a little more bravely into our day, or to face our demons, or to enjoy riding a bump or a wave, or to walk for days across a dangerous but beautiful landscape.  Never mind the cuts and bruises.

The 2018 ‘Do As You’re Told’ Cup

Earl O’Neill expresses his thoughts on the AFLW situation and the Superbowl in typical earl style.

Osaka Dingoes President Matt Gale interviewed by Rohan Connolly

The future of footy in Asia is bright, none more so than at the Osaka Dingoes (Yoshi’s hitting the gym)

AFL looks to run junior and senior competitions on the NSW Central Coast and Hunter

Looks like Australian Football on the Hunter Coast is at a crucial point. Alex Darling looks at the options to the League.

Local Cricket – Thwack, Thwack, Thwack

Umpire John Gascoigne continues his account of action – dramatic, comical and mundane – on the cricket grounds of Melbourne.

Battle of the Football Codes

Poems for three of the footy codes from Damian Balassone.

The Influence of Australian Migrant Minorities on Soccer Today

Ivan Suljic looks at the influence of migrant footballers have had on Australian soccer including the Socceroos and the A-League. (A fascinating read for soccer fans – MNQ).

Seeing Ken Farmer

On Friday evening before the Crows-Swans match a statue of Ken Farmer was unveiled at the northern end of the Adelaide Oval. He is cast in perfect form – roosting the ball through for another goal. It was a dominant pose familiar to football lovers during the Depression. Michael Sexton wonderfully recalls the Bradmanesque career of South Australian goal kicking great, Ken Farmer. [Brilliant story of a son wanting to see his father – JTH] *** 27/9/17 A link to the footage is now available ***

Tom Wills Bibliography

Johnhenry Holmes has taken an interest in Tom Wills for many years. During this time he has compiled a bibliography of items relating to Tom Wills. Paddy Grindlay – who has been our W.K. Trewick Scholar (thanks in part to Chris Bracher’s generous donation) spent a recent week compiling it in this post. (Thanks Paddy). We hope to have another Tom Wills Dinner in the lead up to the forthcoming Ashes series.

Round 22 – Collingwood v Geelong: Daicos Debuts, Dangerfield Dominates

Luke Reynolds and his son Josh were pumped to watch the debut of Josh Daicos. He impressed in his first hit out, but it was Patrick Dangerfield who was centre stage.

Round 22 – Collingwood v Geelong: A lack of class (for the Floreat Pica Society)

Collingwood lacked class and fell to a Geelong team vying to find their best form before the finals.

Once a Tiger

It’s timely, with the Tiges contending, to re-visit a terrific Richmond tale. Matt Zurbo caught up with Ron Branston in a little country railway station. This is an extended version of Ron’s words in Matt’s book Champions All.

AFL International Cup: South Africa v Fiji

Noel McPhee took in the joy and enthusiasm of South Africa and Fiji’s encounter at the St Mary’s ground.

Vale Les Murray

Yes, in reality, how do you compete with a god? asks Dr Cruel in his tribute to Les Murray.

Victoria v Springboks, July 3 1971

Glen recounts July 1971, when the Springboks played Victoria, on the verge of their apartheid ban.