The Bulldogs have had a succession of wry and witty banners this season. What do they choose for next Saturday? Here’s my opening bid: “Up Yours Oakley!” Suggestions?
Crio’s Question?….first memories
November 2, 2015 by 26 Comments
What else could it be this week but The Cup? Remember your first?
Crio’s Q? – nearly newsworthy; comfortably cringeworthy
October 13, 2015 by 2 Comments
After the reporting of Jarryd Hayne’s ‘almost-touchdown’ Crio asks: what’s an appropriate level of coverage that informs without the cringe?
Crio’s Q? – “If it looks too good to be true, it probably is…”
September 8, 2015 by 3 Comments
There’s one of us born every minute. And there’s always an opportunist around to relieve us of some cash. Anyone else got a “slightly imperfect” souvenir?
Crio’s Q? – look…it’s important!
August 18, 2015 by 2 Comments
Footy games not enough to excite your interest? Let’s have more bells and whistles. We used to milk Mother’s Day in the Juniors, but the AFL reckon too much is barely enough.
Crio’s Question? – USA sports
August 4, 2015 by 7 Comments
Crio’s missed the boat on the explosion of interest in US Sports. He’s calling for converts to push their case for conversion.
Crio’s Question: Retirement Planning?
May 12, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Crio asks about the practice of retiring player numbers and the different reasons in different sports.
Crio’s Q? Can commentators cross over?
May 4, 2015 by 8 Comments
Listening to Matt Hill call footy has Crio calling for comments on those who have been able to pull it off.
Crio’s Q? – Tackling concussion head-on!
April 20, 2015 by 2 Comments
Crio draws our attention to head injuries and their looming influence on football (of various codes). Players, lawyers, administrators, supporters – we’re all involved.
Crio’s Q? Thinking through the ‘Cage Fighting’ debate; help please.
March 18, 2015 by 7 Comments
‘Cage Fighting’ is a new sport, a new activity. Crio is trying to get his head around the debate over it.
Crio’s Question: Secret Stardom?
February 23, 2015 by 10 Comments
Crio follows his cricket as closely as his racing. He was shocked to find that the West Indies captain at the World Cup is someone he’s never heard of. Who else has reached lofty heights before you even noticed them?
Crio’s Question: Beware the Ides of March….or…?
February 16, 2015 by 1 Comment
Ever had a bad feeling or a bad omen that came true about your team or your selection? Crio asks about the portents of doom for your boys or the (un)faithful steed?
Crio’s Question: Any room at the stables?
February 10, 2015 by 6 Comments
Crio reflects on the growing necessity to book ahead for prime sporting contests. What happened to our birthright to check the weather; our hangover; our finances; and make a last minute decision about turning up?
Crio’s Question: Is T20 good for the game?
January 12, 2015 by 15 Comments
Crio has spotted a truism developing and throws us this one to consider. Is T20 really good for the game?
Crio’s Q? Loved and Unloved?
January 5, 2015 by 10 Comments
Some possum stirring from Crio as he asks for the Appreciated XI v Despised XI.
Crio’s Question?
December 31, 2014 by 1 Comment
“Wonderful memories of happy times often accompany loss” – Crio asks for readers’ thoughts on both from the previous twelve months.
Crio’s Question: Memorable Indian performances?
December 8, 2014 by 3 Comments
Another Australia v India series is upon us. Crio prods your memory bank with tales of 2003/04, Adelaide, Dravid and Agarkar. Which Indian performances stand out for you?
Crio’s Question: Which other team best fits your AFL team?
November 24, 2014 by 5 Comments
Crio wonders which teams from other sports best align with those of our AFL? While it’s off season for the AFL, there’s plenty of supporting to do.
Crio’s Question: Slow burners?
November 17, 2014 by 12 Comments
Crio’s Question moves from the overrated last week to the serially underrated who have proven their worth with time and persistence. Nominations please.
Crio’s Question: More sizzle than sausage?
November 11, 2014 by 13 Comments
Remember those sportspeople whose strut, clothing, hairstyle or attitude set them apart? But whose performances on the field were not so… exceptional? Crio wonders whether Glenn Maxwell is merely the latest in a long line.
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