Dave Campbell took his mother to see the farewell match for Cotch and Jack. Read his Balcony Banter article here.
Almanac Footy: A tribute to Jack and Trent
August 21, 2023 by 2 Comments
These Richmond curtain calls have been telegraphed for a while, but the finality of seeing the famous #8 and #9 go around for the last time has driven Tiger fan Rodney Boyd to pay tribute.
Round 4 – Port Adelaide v Richmond: Port make a point(s) against the champs
April 12, 2021 by Leave a Comment
After a rough trip to Perth, Nick Kossatch’s Port Adelaide were mighty in their defeat of the reigning premiers. Both sides put in a power of work but were far from their best due to injuries, setting up an intriuging plot for further clashes between the finals aspirants.
Almanac Teams: Super Eights (1980- )
March 15, 2021 by 1 Comment
To start off your working week, Rodney Boyd is back again with another of his best sides from the past 40-odd years. This week is Number 8; it includes a couple of thylacines and one current player who plays as smooth as his nickname suggests.
Almanac Footy and Music: McLennan and Riewoldt: Stars or Role Players?
November 20, 2020 by 12 Comments
Michael Nichols explores the interplay of footy and music through the lens of Richmond’s role player Jack Riewoldt and The Go-Betweens’ composer/performer Grant McLennan.
Almanac Poetry: Lockdown Limericks
August 10, 2020 by 5 Comments
John Green has turned to that most accessible of poetry forms, the limerick, during lockdown. Feast away, Tiger fans!
Round 1 – Richmond v Carlton: “Is there anybody there?” said the traveller.
March 21, 2020 by 2 Comments
On Friday night, Joe De Petro should have been at the MCG watching his Tigers take on the Blues in the opening match of the AFL season. But a nasty little bug changed all that! Instead, he watched it on TV. Here’s Joe’s report of the game.
The Baan Baa Richmond Supporters Club
October 4, 2019 by 3 Comments
Stainless pens a story about a loved sister, the sole supporter of the Baan Baa Richmond Supporters Club.
Grand Final – Richmond v GWS: The yellow of poise, the black of power
October 1, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Footy Records, the crowded throng, and soaking up the atmosphere were all a part of Sean Mortell’s Grand Final Day.
Grand Final – Richmond v GWS: Bidding a fond farewell to the Tigers of old
October 1, 2019 by 2 Comments
With two Richmond premierships in three years, it has now made the Tigers a great football team according to Jump Ball.
Grand Final – Richmond v GWS: Damage
September 29, 2019 by 15 Comments
Old Dog’s Grand Final thoughts have been a must-read on the Almanac site for years. And this one on Richmond’s thrashing of GWS is no different. He describes and analyses and thinks about what it all means from a shed in south-east Tassie. [Thanks Old Dog – JTH]
2019 AFL Grand Final – Sal’s Preview: Can Jack Bring Down The Giants?
September 27, 2019 by 3 Comments
Sal’s got the field covered: a Grand Final preview, questions for the other 16 clubs to contemplate in the off-season, and a few tips for this weekend’s races. Plenty to digest here.
The 2019 Brett Deledio Cup.
September 23, 2019 by 18 Comments
Earl O’Neill is rapt his Monaros will compete against the Tigers next weekend for the 2019 AFL Premiership Cup.
Round 21 – Richmond v Carlton: How to deal with nostalgia going forwards
August 14, 2019 by 2 Comments
Michael Nichols finds a wistful tone thinking of things past, while watching Richmond push forward – as the Blues continue to swim in quicksand. [Delightful writing – JTH]
A Footy Newcomer’s Story Volume 2: The Richmond Rollercoaster Ride
August 2, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Some Tiger fans just can’t forget the ride that was the 2017 premiership year. Here, footy latecomer Ben the Artist relives the trip that got to the station sooner than originally expected.
Round 19 – Collingwood v Richmond: Two flag fortunes, completely different tales
July 30, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Sean Mortell wonders whether Collingwood is letting slip their opportunity for a premiership crack after their recent poor form, injuries, and a bad loss to Richmond in their Round 19 match as he explains.
Round 4 – Port Adelaide v Richmond: The “Fab Four” no more
April 15, 2019 by 2 Comments
All was not lost when Paul announced the end of the Fab Four almost 50 years ago [“Imagine” and “Live and Let Die” still to come – Ed.] and for John Green, the sky has yet to fall on his hobbled Tigers as they pulled off a stunning upset of Port Adelaide sans stars.
Round 2 – Richmond v Collingwood: Tigers tamed as Pies swoop!
March 29, 2019 by 2 Comments
Magpies swoop and stifle the Tigers’ roar in an impressive display of footy in their Round 2 match at the MCG.
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