Footy’s back and plenty of feel-good boxes were ticked for Dons fans like Caspar McLeod in their belting of old rivals the Hawks.
Almanac Teams: Houston, we may have a problem; Best of 43 (1980- )
September 5, 2022 by 3 Comments
Rodney Boyd admits that he felt the crunch with team selection this week. Despite the limits of Number 43, you’re never out of it if you have Kouta in the side.
Round 13 – Essendon v Richmond: Dreamtime at Darwin’s `G
August 23, 2020 by 2 Comments
Rod Oaten was hoping the Bombers’ Dreamtime luck might change with the game played at a different venue. It was not to be, but Rod did enjoy the spectacle of the game, especially the Welcome Ceremony.
Round 23 – Collingwood v Essendon: A wonderful Friday signalling greater things to come
August 27, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Cold night, big crowd, and a great game between two traditional rivals. Sean Mortell reports on a determined Collingwood victory over a fighting Bombers in their Round 23 match at the MCG.
Almanac Life: On the rebound
August 1, 2019 by 3 Comments
Mixed footy marriages are fraught with danger. Ged McMahon tells us about love won, love lost and love rebounded, but not without all the stages of grief transversed in between.
Round 19 – Gold Coast Suns v Essendon: A massive test of character.
July 29, 2019 by 1 Comment
It was a nervous time for Caspar McLeod as the Bombers struggled against bottom side Gold Coast Suns in their Round 19 match. But goals in the dying moments got Essendon home, once again, as Caspar reports.
Round 5 – North Melbourne v Essendon: A Very Good Friday.
April 19, 2019 by 5 Comments
Like many Bomber fans, Caspar McLeod likes what he sees and today’s game against the Roos was no exception, their excellent win makes it three in a row for Essendon.
Round 2 – Essendon v St Kilda: Bombers bomb out
March 31, 2019 by 6 Comments
Col can’t …”get no,…no satisfaction” as his Bombers bomb out, and the Stones stop rolling.
Round 20 – Hawthorn v Essendon: Rod was optimistic!
August 5, 2018 by 1 Comment
It was nerve wracking stuff, the best game he has seen all year, but not good for an aged Don Tragic like Rod Oaten. Just when he thought Essendon had a chance to win, Hawthorn scored and dashed his hopes.
Round 11 – Essendon v Richmond: A dream for Tigers
June 13, 2018 by 2 Comments
Dreamtime at the G stirs mixed emotions for Rod Oaten at the best of times. And for Bomber fans, this night was definitely not the best of times.
Round 4 Preview – Essendon v Port Adelaide: Do the Bombers have the Power to switch on?
April 13, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Can the Bombers switch on against the Power on Sunday? Col certainly hopes so!
Round 11 – GWS v Essendon: The Bell Frogs and Schnitzenstein are Here to Stay
June 5, 2017 by 4 Comments
Mark O’Sullivan watched his Giants get the better of a tough Essendon. The game was also the first time the attendance at a GWS home game was greater than that of the NRL game next door. Great signs for footy in western Sydney.
Round 10 – Richmond v Essendon: Celebrate Dreamtime at the “G”
May 30, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Essendon fell short despite inaccuracy by the Tigers in the Dreamtime at the ‘G.
Round 3 – Carlton v Essendon: Wet and scrappy
April 13, 2017 by Leave a Comment
A tough day at the MCG for Essendon players and fans alike. But Rod Oaten and Canadian friends battled on.
AFL Pre-season – Geelong v Essendon: Comeback Cats Claim First Win
March 15, 2017 by 14 Comments
Frank Martinicchio ventured to the historical town of Bendigo to watch a “Dangerwood” inspired comeback from the Cats.
Almanac Book Cover 2016: The Case for Walla
September 8, 2016 by 1 Comment
The latest nomination for the 2016 Almanac book cover sees Andrew Else put forward the case for new Bomber star Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti.
Round 22 – Essendon v Western Bulldogs: Thank You Mr. Cooney
August 24, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Well done Coons! Alex fondly farewells a well-loved champion.
Round 21-Essendon v Gold Coast Suns : Relief for Bomber fans.
August 17, 2016 by 1 Comment
Call it karma, or call it whatever you like, but the good vibes were coming Col’s way when he heard the news regarding Zach and Jake for Sunday’s game against the Gold Coast Suns.
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