Jeff Dowsing takes a moment to point Caro back towards the bigger issues in the AFL…
Round 21 – Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Collingwood v Richmond preview
August 21, 2015 by 2 Comments
With 2015 done and dusted as far as Cam Hooke is concerned, preparations for 2016 start now. What better way to salvage something from this season than to dent the top four hopes of arch-rival, Richmond, with a 2016-style line-up. [Also includes tips on how to survive a long, harsh off-season of no Collingwood joy. – Ed]
Round 20 – Cam Hooke’s Collingwood life: Sydney v Collingwood preview
August 12, 2015 by 1 Comment
With only four matches remaining in the home and away season, Cam Hooke maintains the faith that Collingwood will still make the finals. He’s not called a true believer for nothing.
The Monster’s Back: Afl Umpires Favour Victorian Teams: It’s A Fact
August 11, 2015 by 12 Comments
Stats eroti-a: The Suburban Boy – Dave Warner – has run the numbers and finds that Victorian sides enjoy a pretty good run off the umps, both at home and on the road.
Round 19 – Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Collingwood v Carlton
August 5, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Cam Hooke looks to wards the match against old rivals Carlton. Surely the Pies couldn’t?
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life – Round 18
July 30, 2015 by Leave a Comment
0-5 is enough for Cam Hooke and the Collingwood faithful. With arch-rivals Melbourne and Collingwood set to cash on a Saturday afternoon in Melbourne, the True Believers are confident of getting the points.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life – “Oh yes, Ferocity”
June 22, 2015 by 1 Comment
After the week off to re-charge, Cam Hooke is already toey ahead of Thursday night’s blockbuster against the Dockers in Subi.
Round 10 – Carlton v Adelaide: Some Sombre Reflections
June 8, 2015 by 39 Comments
Rulebook is in a reflective mood as he watched his Crows have a win against a gallant Blues side.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 8 preview v Gold Coast
May 21, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Another week is another shot at redemption. The Gold Coast – despite having a terrible start to the season – have a pretty good record against the Pies and Cam Hooke is well aware of this. Nonetheless, despite some trepidation, he, like any true believer, has faith that his Woodsmen will prevail.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: When Daisy Met Swanny
March 13, 2015 by 2 Comments
Pies Fans: Cam Hooke prepares for a clash against the old enemy in Bendigo this weekend and explains his Collingwood success or failure barometer.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Does the NAB Challenge have finals?
March 6, 2015 by 3 Comments
Cam Hooke takes stock of the Pies after their opening NAB Challenge hit-out against Hawthorn. The focus now turns to Carlton in Bendigo and the Bullies at Etihad.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: What Are You Looking Forward To This Season?
February 20, 2015 by Leave a Comment
The excitement builds for Cam Hooke and his dedicated band of Woodspeople. With less than a week before the Pies NAB Challenge debut against Hawthorn, Cam Asks the faithful what they’re looking forward to this season?
Collingwood – what is to hate?
July 15, 2014 by 26 Comments
Matt Watson asks why do so many people hate Collingwood and Eddie? Is it the stereotypes and hatred handed down from previous generations? Who would you rather play in a Grand Final?
AFL Round 17 – Review: The demise of Collingwood and other Antarctic joys
July 14, 2014 by Leave a Comment
JTH on greasy poles, the state of the football nation, and how Eddie McGuire can fix all things with a cup of coffee.
Dear Eddie
July 12, 2014 by 31 Comments
ATTENTION EDDIE MCGUIRE; this Swan (no not Dane) has officially had enough. An annoyed Joe Moore writes to Eddie ‘The Equaliser’ on behalf of all Sydney fans.
Did Eddie McGuire know about Essendon’s supplements regimen?
July 4, 2014 by 1 Comment
Jackson Clark muses about the ethical dilemmas that face an AFL Club President who is also a media commentator? Would such a person air an issue that was in the public interest, but not in the interests of his club or the game?
Confessions of a Smart Arse – My Brilliant (Game Show) Career: Episode 4 – (Not So) Hot Seat – Buy Me A Pony
May 14, 2014 by 7 Comments
Swish Schwerdt’s self-indulgent tour of the game show universe limps to its inevitable conclusion. Not sure why he bothered really.
Thanks Adam
January 26, 2014 by 38 Comments
The Almanac’s long range Cup tip has got up. Adam Goodes as Australian of the Year was a ‘lock’ when JTH put him on the cover of the 2012 Almanac. Peter Baulderstone uses editorial privilege to resurrect his 30 May piece when Adam was at the centre of the racism debate. Feel free to add your own tribute.
AFL Round 10 – Sydney v Essendon: So much to play for
June 5, 2013 by 2 Comments
After a week where Ian Latham is frustrated with footy off-the-field, he heads to the SCG with his mate Neil to see the real stuff. And Adam Goodes and the Swans turn it on.
A grey backdrop to the colour picture
May 31, 2013 by 4 Comments
Jeff Dowsing asks whether the images of Winmar lifting his jumper has made lasting headway into the headspace of the average Australian. Have we learnt anything in the 20 years since?
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