Ben Kirkby gives us his take on Richmond’s incredible end to the season when nerves gave way to joy (featuring some of Ben’s artwork too).
Reflections on the 2019 Premiership
September 30, 2019 by 6 Comments
After his Tigers went all the way for the 12th time, Stainless reflects more on the forest of the 2019 season than on the trees of the last Saturday in September – and there is a lot to admire.
Almanac Flashback – AFL Grand Final 2017: Adelaide v Richmond – It’s Us
September 27, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Richmond’s three decades plus premiership drought finally ended in 2017. Let’s go back two years to revisit Jack Banister’s poignant account of that glorious day when the face of those long, often heart-breaking and challenging years, Matthew Richardson, came forward to present the premiership trophy.
Balcony Banter Preliminary Final – Richmond v Geelong: A perfect night at the ‘G
September 25, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Though it wasn’t Geelong’s night, Alan Rose was still moved to pay artistic tribute to Mark Blicavs
Preliminary Final – Richmond v Geelong: A view from Vienna
September 25, 2019 by 5 Comments
Watching from an Irish pub in Vienna, Joe De Petro saw the Tigers overcome the Cats, as he overcame the “Unknown Error”quarter.
Balcony Banter Preliminary Final – Richmond v Geelong: The Battle of Future Generations
September 25, 2019 by 1 Comment
Cat man Marcus Abbott is fighting a Tiger onslaught to keep his children’s’ allegiances with the hoops.
Grand Final 2019: Another small miracle?
September 25, 2019 by 1 Comment
Tiger man Dan Hoban rates the Tigers’ chances on Saturday.
In What Colours Do You See The World?
September 12, 2019 by 4 Comments
Deakin journalism student Shannon Cole and her family came to Australia from South Africa almost 20 years ago. Sooner or later they had to choose which footy teams to follow. Here’s how it worked out.
“These shall not be forgotten years”: Richmond: 1981 – 2016. 7. The Frawley Years
September 12, 2019 by 1 Comment
Sam Steele pays tribute to Danny Frawley’s time as Richmond coach.
Finals Week 1 – Brisbane v Richmond: Gabba Gabba Hey
September 9, 2019 by 1 Comment
John Green’s last encounter with a final featuring the Tigers at the Gabba was one for the history books – just not Yellow and Black history books. 18 years on, the pendulum has swung firmly in the other direction – with Tiger fans smiling (and players too!)
PB’s Finals Predictor: The Loser Now Will be Later to Win
August 20, 2019 by 10 Comments
Peter Baulderstone demonstrates that August losses are a key to September success. Throw away the form guide and just follow PB’s tips through Round 23 and the Finals Series. (Cheques and money orders accepted).
Round 22 – Richmond v West Coast: Lamenting the one that got away…
August 19, 2019 by 2 Comments
A day that started so promisingly for Cathi Johnston with balmy weather and her Eagles in ascendance ended in less perfect circumstances as Richmond clawed their way back to get the four points on a gloomy afternoon. At least there’s always September!
Balcony Banter Round 21 – Richmond v Carlton: I wish I had a river
August 14, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Despite the horrendous conditions, Joe De Petro braved the elements for his winning Tigers.
Balcony Banter Round 20 – Melbourne v Richmond: A fresh outlook on an old tradition
August 7, 2019 by Leave a Comment
There’s no place Michael Allan would rather be on the weekend than amongst the crowd on the MCG members’ balcony..
Balcony Banter Round 19 – Collingwood v Richmond: Lighting up a rainy night
July 31, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Dave Campbell was worried by the Tigers’ pre-game favouritism. Those worries were soon alleviated.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: AFL Rounds 19 and 20
July 29, 2019 by Leave a Comment
After another tough week for Pies fans, Cam Hooke looks forensically at what went wrong and where to next for Collingwood in Round 20.
Almanac Life: The value of a smile when life is a big issue
July 25, 2019 by 12 Comments
‘Over ten years, what started as a business transaction between us has morphed into something that can’t be costed. And demonstrates once again the powerful conduit of sport in the priceless act of human connection.’ Tess Pryor shares with us her poignant experiences with Craig, one of the characters of Lygon St.
Balcony Banter – Round 18 Richmond v Port: A tale of (footy in) two cities
July 24, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Greg Sheehan and his friends had big plans for the Tassie Guys Footy Trip. But the best laid plans don’t always work out.
Round 13 – Sal’s Preview: The Floggers’ Edition
June 13, 2019 by Leave a Comment
The Blues have a win and Sal Ciardulli is all over them as he talks us through Round 13 while also searching for a definition of ‘flog’. What is a flog?
Brains versus Brawn: What Wins in Sport – an example from the Australian Open
What wins in the end, Power or Skill, Brains or Brawn? It’s the age-old question. JuneeJunction adds a perspective from the freezing tundra of Arctic Canada.