Rodney Boyd has some interesting names and careers in his Number 39 obscure side; from five-club flag winners to zero gamers and even secret agents, there’s something for everyone here.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 14 – Collingwood v St Kilda: Daisy’s day out
June 29, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Andrew Stafford watched the Pies triumph in a tight clash against the Saints in 2007. In the tense final minutes, some Daisy Thomas magic proved to be the difference.
Almanac Flashback – 2009 AFL Round 15: Collingwood v Western Bulldogs
June 27, 2019 by Leave a Comment
We delve into the vaults and take a trip down memory lane to revisit this decade-old, amusing take on what could almost have been the story from last weekend. Jaci sounds like a younger version of Lou Cesa from this week’s KB Hill story.
Round 21 – Fremantle v Carlton: Three quarters out of four not enough for Blues
August 15, 2018 by 3 Comments
A new stadium, but a familiar result. The Blues saw three solid quarters of effort disappear in a Fremantle third term blitz. John Butler reports.
Friday the 13th!: A team of number 13’s
July 13, 2018 by 5 Comments
A team of number 13’s, what do you think?
The Pies’ most memorable games against the Eagles
July 21, 2017 by 4 Comments
Steve Fahey continues his occasional series of the Pies’ most memorable games against opposition clubs. This time it’s not all wins as some famous games ended in other results.
Coming to Terms With Losing a Star – The Curious Case of Dustin Martin
June 20, 2017 by 9 Comments
Richmond faces the very real possibility of losing their superstar Dustin Martin. Smoove is bracing for life without Dusty at the Tigers and thinking about the compensation they might receive for him.
Round 12 – Carlton v GWS: In the Driver’s Seat
June 14, 2017 by 5 Comments
Sal Ciardulli is pleased with the men behind the Carlton steering wheel.
The View From Shepparton Round 1
April 7, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Peter Schumacher checks in with the round one view of all things AFL from Shepparton and a healthy dose of scepticism for his Mighty Lions
Round 1 – Carlton v Richmond: Just A Little Bit Of Sledging
April 4, 2015 by Leave a Comment
With the last vestiges of the Cricket World Cup fading, John Green and son head to the nosebleed section of the MCG as their Tigers start 2015 on the winners list.
AFL Round 15 – Collingwood v Carlton: no heat in the fireworks
July 2, 2014 by 11 Comments
Luke Reynolds samples his first, and last, game of Sunday night footy. At least his kids didn’t ask for cold drinks.
AFL Round 15 – Collingwood v Carlton: Frozen
June 30, 2014 by 18 Comments
Jeff Dowsing may be “Frozen” at the MCG on Sunday 7pm game, but his Pies weren’t. At least the cockles were warmed by the nights events, even if his fingers were ice.
AFL Round 7 – Carlton v Collingwood: Daisy’s Blue Return
May 5, 2014 by 7 Comments
Luke Reynolds sees red over Daisy wearing navy blue. He reflects on the good times with the former number 13 while enjoying a Pies win over the Blues.
AFL Round 7 – Carlton v Collingwood: Dear Daisy
May 3, 2014 by 6 Comments
Colleen Wood debuts for the Almanac with a Mills and Boon tale of love gained and lost. Daisy’s looks are gone. Has her domineering father ruined any chance of future happiness?
Diva demands
January 11, 2014 by 5 Comments
Basically this piece in the Herald Sun got me thinking. It was about some of the crazy demands and requests celebrities have when they are on tour. This got me thinking if I were famous what would my demands be? After some thought Danni’s Diva Demands include: A Swarovski crystal tiara. 3 Maxibons. A packet [Read more]
Five players back on the scene
December 30, 2013 by 8 Comments
Jackson Clark looks at five footballers on the comeback trail and anticipates they will be influential again – once their injury issues are resolved.
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