Some professional sportsmen are left floundering and unsure what to do with the rest of their lives when their playing careers are over. But not former NRL star Ian Hindmarsh.
The Final Grade for Karmichael Hunt
August 29, 2014 by 6 Comments
Callum O’Connor sizes up Karmichael Hunt’s AFL career and finds that the positives outweigh the negatives.
Sunday Evening Coming Down: It’s a funny old game
July 6, 2014 by 3 Comments
“Aussie” Tony Robb offers a non-discriminatory all-inclusive spray at Mick, the Magpies, dodgy NRL results, the Pepsodent pissoir and selective nationalism. Good to have him back.
Almanac Rugby League – State of Origin: Dumb v Dumb & Dumber
June 19, 2014 by 11 Comments
Peter Baulderstone watched the rugby league State of Origin 2. He saw the future of AFL, and the past of NRL. He would like his 2 hours back.
An Innocent Abroad
October 21, 2013 by 4 Comments
Jason McNeil journeyed down from Brisbane for a sporting weekend. He got both the Cats and the Storm beaten within 24 hours. Harms has had him deported and Dips has withdrawn his passport. Jason is a welcome addition to Almanac ranks.
Almanac Rugby League – NRL Round 1: Sharks vs Titans – The Pride of the Shire
March 11, 2013 by 3 Comments
The first game at Shark Park was supposed to be a celebration but was instead filled with emotion and uncertainty. The Titans bear the brunt of the fury of Cronulla.
Almanac Rugby League -NRL Round 1: Storm vs Dragons – Business as Usual
March 11, 2013 by Leave a Comment
No matter the opposition, no matter the occasion, the Storm always do what needs to be done. This game against St George was no different.
Almanac Rugby League – NRL Round 1: Canberra vs Penrith – The Colours are lowered
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Nick Campton watches his Raiders take on Penrith behind enemy lines at the Penrith Leagues Club – it’s not pretty.
Almanac Rugby League – Raiders take wind out of Storm and rain on party
February 12, 2013 by Leave a Comment
There’s something about, and nothing like, an impromptu game of park footy, or soccer, or rugby or cricket or any sport for that matter. Kardinia Park was much like that on Friday night when the Storm hosted the Raiders for a pre-season jaunt.
Action Man doll versus the tattered teddy bear
February 11, 2013 by 4 Comments
In his Almanac debut, Matt Watson says the fight between Sonny Bill Williams and Frans Botha epitomised all that is wrong with boxing.
Anthony Mundine: The reality is…
January 28, 2013 by 7 Comments
Craig Dodson believes Anthony Mundine’s legacy deserves more but he only has himself to blame.
Almanac Rugby league – The Rugby League Almanac – Round 19
December 22, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Greetings Sportsfans, We have posted Round 19 of the inaugural Rugby League Almanac for your enjoyment. Simply click here for the entire chapter. The Almanac can be purchased for $35 (free delivery) at our online book store here. Cheers, The Knackery
Almanac Rugby League – Outback Rugby League: The Normanton Stingers
November 20, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Stephen Cooke revisits a yarn on outback Queensland rugby league team, the Normanton Stingers, who continue to win against the odds.
Almanac Rugby League – Introducing The Rugby League Almanac
October 8, 2012 by 6 Comments
It brings us great delight to announce the inaugural Rugby League Almanac, edited by John Harms and Nick Tedeschi.
Almanac Rugby League: Yes, Virginia, there is meaning in rugby league
October 5, 2012 by 26 Comments
John Harms delivered the George Lovejoy Memorial Lecture in Brisbane.
Off Season Odyssey – Part 22: Unnoticed Echoes
September 24, 2012 by 3 Comments
The day’s been perfect. Lost and perfect. I have money in pocket, hard work behind me. There’s only five clouds in the sky. Each one worn by a mountain range, making their own weather. The town is perfect, to look at, anyway. To drive through. To drink at. Walking into the pub, surrounded [Read more]
Almanac Rugby League – The Kangaroos and an Irishman’s Rugby League Odyssey
August 6, 2012 by 7 Comments
By Dara Lawlor It’s a dreary winter’s Saturday in 1980’s Dublin and a young child is watching Grandstand on BBC1. A black haired man with brown skin and the funniest name the kid has ever heard toe pokes an oval ball between two big sticks and at the end of the game a smaller and [Read more]
Almanac Rugby League – The fine line: Origin at its best
July 5, 2012 by Leave a Comment
After Game I of this year’s State of Origin series, I made the point that Liam’s theory that there’s a fine line between winning and losing in SOO was alive and well. Two games later, it’s reinforced in spades. The margins were 8, 4 and 1 with an overall differential of +5 to Queensland. I [Read more]
Back to basics: Local sport in 3 parts
July 4, 2012 by 5 Comments
BACK TO BASICS Local sport in 3 parts There’s nothing like local sport to help you connect with the community. Corporate demands, overly structured game plans and totally rip-off prices go by the way to be replaced with a cheery welcome, lots of space, family friendly prices and much good humour. It’s good just to [Read more]
Almanac Rugby League – A progressive side of rugby league?
June 26, 2012 by 7 Comments
Can’t say I am an expert on rugby league, but I do know it had some good early links with the progressive side of politics. Have read a little bit, and spoken to friends who have an understanding of the game, which has made me intrigued in finding out more. Correct me if I’m wrong [Read more]
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