Brad Scott’s comment about the ‘Essendon Edge’ had Ian Wilson thinking back to a time when players didn’t need an edge, they were blunt, as he explains.
Round 8 – North Melbourne v Carlton: Correct me if I’m wrong
July 27, 2020 by 5 Comments
The 2019 appointment of Rhyce Shaw may have looked like a lively way of rejuvenating the Roos after ten years of Brad Scott. But after Saturday’s loss to the Blues, Andrew Starkie was left questioning what was going on down at North Melbourne.
Je m’en fous
August 2, 2019 by 6 Comments
As always, Earl O’Neill presents his thought provoking comments on sport, and other odds’n’ends, in his carefree and inimitable style as you will see.
Round 17 – Fearless 2019: I know it’s footy season but jeez the Kiwis were dudded!
July 19, 2019 by 1 Comment
Fearless 2019 has his say on Brad Scott as a coach, and also reviews the Round 17 matches from last weekend.
Round 9 – North Melbourne v Sydney: Bigger Losers than Labor
May 23, 2019 by 9 Comments
Smokie argues that North’s loss last Saturday night in Hobart was even worse than that of the ALP in the federal election
FEARLESS 2019 Round 4 – The times have changed…the Festival of footy Part One
April 18, 2019 by 2 Comments
Fearless looks at the game then (the 1990 Grand Final) and now (after four rounds in 2019) and concludes that it’s all about evolution. Have the likes of Alastair Clarkson and Brad Scott worked it out ahead of the rest?
Almanac Football – JLT2019: New Rules!
March 3, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Caspar McLeod reflects upon the effect of the new rules used in JLT 2019 after listening to the broadcast of the North Melbourne v St Kilda game.
Round 23- Sal’s preview: And now the end is near….
August 24, 2018 by Leave a Comment
The curtain is about to fall on the last round of the Home and Away season as Sal presents his thoughts for the upcoming games.
Round 21 – North Melbourne v Western Bulldogs: Home Truths
August 14, 2018 by 5 Comments
Let not some unexpected wins paper over the cracks. Smokie delivers some home truths for Brad Scott and co.
Fearless 2018: Round 18- The wheat from the chaff is slowly getting sorted…
July 27, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Fearless presents his thoughts about the Round 18 results.
Who, What and Why: The 2017 North Melbourne Season
October 12, 2017 by 10 Comments
Marnie Cohen has pinpointed who and what defined North Melbourne’s season, and why they were so important.
The Ballad Of Dusty The Kid
September 27, 2017 by 5 Comments
Jennifer Muirden has written another set of lyrics about this year’s Brownlow medalist Dustin Martin. This time to the tune of “The Ballad Of Billy The Kid” by Billy Joel.
The truth about the North Melbourne Football Club
September 5, 2017 by 11 Comments
North Melbourne had a year to be expected with the focus on youth; finishing in 15th spot and avoiding the wooden spoon and knocking out those tanking rumours. Deakin Uni student Marnie Cohen looks at the year that was for the Kangas and where to for next year.
Round 23 – Brisbane v North Melbourne: Love and integrity
August 29, 2017 by 7 Comments
Starkie reflects on what makes footy so special to him after being asked one simple question by his daughter.
Cycles, Troughs and Peaks
June 11, 2017 by 2 Comments
Peter Crossing expertly summarises the AFL season to date. [So who finishes in the top 8?]
The Pies’ most memorable wins over Brisbane (and Fitzroy) in the past 50 years
May 25, 2017 by 4 Comments
Steve Fahey looks at his most memorable Collingwood wins against Brisbane/Fitzroy. Will this weekend’s game be another classic?
The 2017 Alexander Bell Cup – Round Eight
May 17, 2017 by 1 Comment
Earl O’Neill looks at the Shanghai Express experiment and can’t help but be impressed by the Saints.
Round 16 Review: As we enter the home straight, it’s neck and neck x8 or 9 or 10…by Fearless
July 14, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Fearless reviews the folly and antics of Round 16 and snakes and ladders of the top 8.
Round 14 – St Kilda v Geelong: Taking Big Challenges
June 28, 2016 by 14 Comments
Yoshi reflects on matters outside of football, until the Saints came marching home against the Cats.
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