A curious case for Sherlock Holmes – two teams go down the race at half time yet only one emerges. What to make of it all?
AFL Round 22 – North Melbourne v Hawthorn: Are the Hawks good enough?
August 27, 2013 by 6 Comments
In round 22 the thoughts of those whose team sits atop the ladder can stray to “premiership”. This, as 2012 taught Hawks fan Dave Goodwin, is hubris and folly. Those Hawks do look very good though…
AFL Round 21 – Hawthorn v Collingwood (Haiku Bob): all the way back
August 22, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Haiku Bob on Round 21.
AFL Round 21 – Review: The Wrap
August 19, 2013 by 5 Comments
The Hawks unveiled their Premiership model against The Maggies, who, while far from disgraced, were out gunned.
AFL Round 18 – Essendon v Hawthorn: I don’t hate Hawthorn
July 31, 2013 by 1 Comment
Essendon’s ability to play the opposition’s key forwards into form didn’t help their cause on Friday night, writes Katie Lambeski.
Round 18 – Essendon v Hawthorn: Nice Game For A White Wedding
July 29, 2013 by 1 Comment
Hawthorn’s lesser known players stood up on Friday night, but can they do it in September?
AFL Round 18 – Essendon v Hawthorn: Buddy and his Bunnies
July 27, 2013 by 2 Comments
This is Hawthorn v Essendon – good v evil. This is hatred that is handed down through generations, even if it is tinged with respect and decorum. This is history, this is rivalry and this is passion. (Love the passion – Ed)
Money
July 24, 2013 by 12 Comments
There are things money can’t buy, writes Rick Kane, but will Buddy realise this before it’s too late?
AFL Round 17 – Hawthorn v Western Bulldogs: Shades Of Grey
July 21, 2013 by 2 Comments
The footy landscape has irrevocably changed – be it the AFL, VFL or VFA – but some constants remain, writes Armin Richter from Box Hill City Oval.
Beating the curse
July 18, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Those buying into the Kennett Curse have been duped. Those acknowledging the curse give it credibility. Hawthorn players and officials don’t buy into it. Nor do their Geelong counterparts.
AFL Round 15 – Melbourne v Sydney: A Sunday stroll in the park
July 11, 2013 by Leave a Comment
It’s a risky proposition but the Swans seem to be taking their chances this season and showing that they’re not entirely reliant on the premiership side to win. Is it a deliberate strategy by Longmire?
AFL Round 15 – Geelong v Hawthorn: Colonists and Dirty Dogs
July 8, 2013 by 15 Comments
Saturday’s result had a winner and a loser – but the rich narrative hasn’t concluded. This particular episode didn’t disappoint, writes Dips O’Donnell.
Round 15 AFL Preview
July 6, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Andy Tuano ‘s tips and Preview going into Round 15.
AFL Round 12 – Hawthorn v Carlton: There’s no victory in a brave defeat
June 20, 2013 by 5 Comments
On a big night out, Callum O’Connor hits the ground with an assortment of mates, and someone’s going to be unhappy. Even the luxury of premiership seats can’t protect you from the harsh reality of injury and a loss. [We have seen the future, and it’s looking good. Terrific piece from one of our young stars. Ed]
AFL Round 12 – Carlton v Hawthorn: Shambolic frolic
June 20, 2013 by 1 Comment
Peter Blenkinsop kept one eye on his son training with the Under 10s and the other on the big screen on the club room wall. The game plans and some skills were not dissimilar.
AFL Round 10 – The 2013 ‘Mopsy’ Fraser Cup: It ain’t easy being a coach
June 5, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Earl O’Neill looks at how footy clubs have clawed their way back over the years. Melbourne, take note.
AFL Round 8 – Hawthorn v GWS Giants: Thoughts turn to Buddy’s contract
May 23, 2013 by Leave a Comment
After a tough start to the season, the Hawks enter an easy patch of games and Luke Ridgwell’s thoughts turn to the end of the year, Buddy bags and certain re-signings.
Reliving the pain
May 14, 2013 by 6 Comments
Matt Watson has never watched a replay of a game North Melbourne has lost. He doesn’t have the emotional stability to do it. So what happens when a mate brings a copy of the 1978 Grand Final against Hawthorn?
AFL Round 6 – Adelaide v Hawthorn: Sunday Mail Back Page
May 6, 2013 by 5 Comments
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