Almanac Footy (Legends) – Peter Singline: Singing The Praises Of Another Local Hero And Champion

February 22, 2025 by 8 Comments

Allan Barden remembers, with respect and thanks, Peter Singline from the Swansea football and cricket teams, the man whose generous encouragement set him on his life’s path. (A beautiful testament – Ed.)

Almanac Life: Local Hero, Local Champion, Or Both – C. W. (Bill) Darke

February 1, 2025 by 5 Comments

Allan Barden pays a fitting tribute to C.W. (Bill) Darke recognising the contribution local heroes such as Bill make to their communities and sports.

Almanac Footy History: ‘Mulga’ and Ye Olde Buckland Inn

November 13, 2024 by 6 Comments

Allan Barden fondly remembers Maurice ‘Mulga’ Gregson, an old stalwart supporter, storyteller, and former player of the Swansea Football Club who passed away recently aged 94.

A memory of Swansea Swans/Bulldogs – Gone, but not forgotten: Part 2 Photographs

April 15, 2020 by 4 Comments

Allan Barden follows up his history of the Swansea FC with a collection of photographs of teams gone by.