Wally Miller: the doyen of administrators

October 17, 2024 by 52 Comments

We reprise Rulebook’s tribute to Norwood legend Wally Miller who died yesterday. Vale Wally Miller.

Almanac Book Review: ‘Stories for Harry & Ray’ by Michael Sexton

February 26, 2024 by 5 Comments

Swish has had a read of Mike Sexton’s latest book ‘Stories for Harry & Ray’. He recommends it highly in this review.

Almanac Books: ‘Stories for Harry & Ray’ – Michael Sexton

October 25, 2023 by Leave a Comment

‘Stories for Harry & Ray’ by Michael Sexton is a collection of yarns about sportspeople he has gathered over many years and is now available for purchase.

Almanac Documentary: ‘The Rover of Tobruk’ – Bob Quinn

May 21, 2021 by Leave a Comment

‘The Rover of Tobruk’ is a documentary by Kane McKay that tells the amazing story of World War 2 Military Medallist and Port Adelaide Football Club immortal, Bob Quinn.

Almanac Footy History: In search of the best roving pairs

August 11, 2016 by 18 Comments

Who are the mightiest mosquitoes ever to have buzzed around the football packs? Some suggestions from Messrs Sexton and Coventry. Thoughts?

The Mighty Quinn: footballer, soldier, man

April 22, 2016 by 23 Comments

In the week of ANZAC Day, Michael Sexton here explores the life and times of South Australian Bob Quinn; soldier, footballer, man of action, man of courage.