Jack Gunston’s poster was a true Sliding Doors moment for Jonathan Rivett, one that led him out of the Swamps of Sadness.
Footy teams have away strips – why not away anthems?
September 17, 2018 by 3 Comments
All clubs have their team song to sing after yet another win. But what about a club anthem – think Liverpool’s ‘You’ll never walk alone’ in the EPL. What about your club? Robert Allen starts a new discussion with the AFL in mind, but don’t let that stop you from including your code of preference.
When Travis saved the world
September 8, 2018 by 17 Comments
John Harms has always loved Travis Varcoe. This piece was published in 2011.
Round 21 – Hawthorn v Geelong: Reporting Antisocial Behaviour
August 16, 2018 by 7 Comments
It was a disappointing day out at the footy for Paul Spinks on Saturday as he saw his Cats go down to the Hawks – though some of the ‘entertainment’ at the ground might have been more frustrating than his team’s on-field performance…
Round 21 – Hawthorn v Geelong: All aboard
August 15, 2018 by 14 Comments
Trucker Slim reveled in the Hawks/Cats rivalry during Saturday’s thriller. He might just be sensing some Glory Days ahead for the Hawks?
Like a favourite toy
July 4, 2018 by 3 Comments
Noel McPhee’s observations of Cyril were first published in 2011
‘When Murmungee made the news…..” By KB Hill
June 13, 2018 by 2 Comments
Another KB Hill classic. This time, he recounts the football odyssey of Ovens and Murray League legend Ron Critchley.
Round 7 – Essendon v Hawthorn: Disappointing Dons and around the grounds
May 10, 2018 by 1 Comment
‘This must surely be one of the worst games of football from the Essendon Football Club that I have ever seen.’ Rod Oaten was not impressed with his Dons on Saturday.
Round 6 – Hawthorn v St Kilda: Sympathy and Time Out
April 30, 2018 by 5 Comments
Yvette Wroby is on holiday in mild, sunny Sorrento. Her Saints, not so much, though St Kilda’s skills were last seen touring Europe. Yvette hopes to see them next week at Etihad.
How people pick and change footy clubs
December 24, 2017 by 5 Comments
Yoshi ponders why we select our chosen team to support.
We Were Nearly There
October 13, 2017 by 5 Comments
Anne Cahill Lambert goes whack at Hawthorn’s handling of the CEOship of Tracey Gaudry
The Swans: Can a lifetime of habit be changed?
May 22, 2017 by 1 Comment
Jan Courtin wonders if she can kick her 67-year habit of worrying about the Bloods, and whether their big win against the Saints will make it even more difficult!
Are We There Yet? Yes. We. Are!
May 3, 2017 by 2 Comments
Anne Cahill Lambert has a new spring in her step after Hawthorn’s new CEO was announced.
Round 6 – Hawthorn v St. Kilda: Saints Give The Hawks A Lesson At The University Of Tasmania (Stadium)
April 30, 2017 by Leave a Comment
The Saints’ class of 2017 was far too smart for this year’s dunces.
Round 3 – Gold Coast v Hawthorn: Setting the sun on the Hawks’ horizon
April 19, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Sean Mortell watched Gary Ablett Jnr answer his critics and help Gold Coast Suns put Hawthorn to the sword.
Round 4 – Hawthorn v Geelong: Interview with Clarko
April 18, 2017 by 1 Comment
Gareth Meyer resorts to the humor of John Clarke to raise a smile out of Hawks supporters.
Still a happy team at Hawthorn?
October 14, 2016 by 15 Comments
Jeff Dowsing looks at Hawthorn’s recent trade decisions and considers the implications for club. What immeasurables does it impact?
Finals Week 2 – Hawthorn v Western Bulldogs: A Night To Remember
September 23, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Alex Docherty relives the night the Bulldogs bought the reigning champs crashing back to earth. This victory will be remembered the Docherty household for some time.
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