Swans supporters were nervous going into the match against Richmond, the Tigers held an advantage and as Tom Bally writes, there was no need for concern.
Round 23 – Sydney v Richmond: We’re Minor Premiers! Is it best to finish first?
August 29, 2016 by 10 Comments
The Sydney Swans finish the year as Minor Premiers, however Jan Courtin is not sure if top of the ladder leads to a Flag, favouritism doesn’t sit kindly with her.
Round 22 – North Melbourne v Sydney: The Father Son Rule
August 27, 2016 by 18 Comments
There is nothing better than introducing the next generation to your passion; Joe Moore and cygnet Ollie resplendent in Swans merchandise cheer cheered against North at Blundstone Arena and sang heartily at the end.
Round 22 – North Melbourne v Sydney: Lunch and Footy in Tassie
August 26, 2016 by 14 Comments
The Almanac Lunch in Tassie was a cracker. John Harms tells the story of the footy from Blundstone Arena and the lazy Friday afternoon at the Ball and Chain Grill. He looks forward to the tradition continuing.
Round 22 – North Melbourne v Sydney: The Swans Journey
August 25, 2016 by 1 Comment
Keiran Croker travelled to Hobart to watch Sydney against North at Blundstone Arena and reflects on the journeys of other Swans.
Round 22 – North Melbourne v Sydney: Clean Up Your Act, ‘Roos
August 24, 2016 by 7 Comments
Andrew Starkie avoided watching North Melbourne play Sydney by resorting to thoroughly cleaning his house. (More productive than the ‘Roos forwards – Ed.)
Almanac Books: My lifelong love affair with the Swans
August 24, 2016 by 18 Comments
Those that know Jan Courtin know of her passion for the Swans. Jan has published a book about her life and this passion, based around her Footy Almanac postings and with some great photos.
Round 22 – North Melbourne v Sydney: A 10-day Road Trip and two Wins! I’m happy!
August 22, 2016 by 5 Comments
A road trip for Jan Courtin, Melbourne and Hobart, two Swans’ wins and a happy Jan, only after a slight ticket tussle.
Round 22 – North Melbourne v Sydney: The Festival of The Bloods
August 22, 2016 by 4 Comments
For the first time Joe Moore sings with his son to toast the Swans’ win over a fighting Nth Melbourne, a special moment for Dad and his Cygnet.
Round 21 – St Kilda v Sydney: Pride Match. Meaningful for clubs and good reminder for myself
August 17, 2016 by 4 Comments
Yoshi shares his rollercoaster evening in a Japanese pub, where he contemplated the future of his beloved Saints.
Round 21-Essendon v Gold Coast Suns : Relief for Bomber fans.
August 17, 2016 by 1 Comment
Call it karma, or call it whatever you like, but the good vibes were coming Col’s way when he heard the news regarding Zach and Jake for Sunday’s game against the Gold Coast Suns.
Round 21 – St Kilda v Sydney: A road trip, thoughts of death, and a wonderful Swans victory
August 15, 2016 by 6 Comments
From Surry Hills to St Kilda is an overnight trip for Jan Courtin and Marshall, giving the mind much time to wander. “There is nothing really that can compare to a road trip…”
Round 21 – St Kilda v Sydney: Oh, to be twenty one again
August 15, 2016 by 1 Comment
Reflective and thought-provoking; it was a family night for Craig Dodson, “sitting in the back-seat of the family station wagon for the first time in about 15 years” en route to Docklands.
Round 20 – Sydney v Port Adelaide: A sorry swansong for Port at a ground it loathes
August 9, 2016 by 4 Comments
In describing his Port Adelaide, this week Chris Michaels tries out the following terms: “insipid,” “woeful,” “lousy,” “shocking,” “unfit,” “lazy,” “over-adulated,” and “uninspiring crap.”
Round 20 – Sydney v Port Adelaide: ‘Cuddles’ Heeney finds his place
August 8, 2016 by 5 Comments
Delightful observational piece on Mathilde de Hauteclocque’s footy week – with references to The Marngrook Footy Show, the Sydney Swans Ladies’ Lunch, and a rock-solid win.
Round 20 – Sydney v Port Adelaide: Am I greedy? I wanted more than a 67-point win
August 8, 2016 by 5 Comments
Sydney superfan, Jan Courtin, braved the rain and learnt that, when it comes to football, she might be greedy after all.
Round 19 – Fremantle v Sydney: Weekend of superb blues
August 2, 2016 by 4 Comments
Keiran Croker files from the Winter Blues Festival, Echuca, on Sydney’s triumph over Fremantle. And on a bonus Echuca v Tatura clash in the Goulburn Valley Football League. [Continental footy coverage – Ed].
Round 19 – Fremantle v Sydney: We sure needed that percentage boost!
August 1, 2016 by 8 Comments
As it turns out, Jan was nervous for no reason as the Swans rolled to an easy win.
Round 18 Review: Transparency in the trade market? Bradley Hill goes home perhaps.
July 27, 2016 by Leave a Comment
In Fearless’s analysis of Round 18, both Cousin Itt and Idina Menzel make appearances.
Round 18 – Sydney v Carlton: Oh, Brother
July 26, 2016 by 2 Comments
Sydney v Carlton games are for more than 4 points; they are for bragging rights between Woy Woy’s Moore brothers. [Lovely boyhood reminiscing – Ed].
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