There are two things you should never challenge Jan Courtin with, spreadsheets and her Swans.
Round 8 – Richmond v Sydney: Why do we play so badly against the yellow and black?
May 16, 2016 by 7 Comments
Round 8 – Richmond v Sydney: Seagulls, omens and the eleven hot dog thermos
May 15, 2016 by 23 Comments
Cheryl Critchley kept the faith when others had lost theirs … and was finally rewarded. [I just love the eleven hot dog thermos – Ed]
Round 8 – Richmond v Sydney: Lights will guide you home
May 15, 2016 by 2 Comments
Richmond’s after the siren win against Sydney was difficult for Swans fan David however in perspective it was a good night.
Round 7 – Sydney v Essendon: New Kid On The Block
May 10, 2016 by 4 Comments
You can forget the bubblegum pop of the late-80’s boy-band New Kids On The Block. Joe Moore says that his Swans have a new kid who looks to be here to stay.
Frustrated Eddie: another snide remark about the Swans
May 10, 2016 by 13 Comments
Jan Courtin wonders to what Eddie McGuire is referring when he mentions Sydney’s “controversial recruits.”
Round 7 – Sydney v Essendon: Dynamic Duo
May 9, 2016 by 1 Comment
History and entertainment are littered with partnerships that just work, Tom Bally suggests the Swans have added the Buddy and Heeney Show.
Round 7 – Sydney v Essendon: Gratitude, Mindfulness and Empathy on a Saturday arvo at the Footy
May 8, 2016 by 7 Comments
Jan Courtin questions her empathy to Swans’ opposition on game day while mindful they should kick at least 20 goals against this Bombers team.
Round 6 – Brisbane v Sydney: No Time To Relax
May 3, 2016 by 2 Comments
Joe Moore has been in Queensland recently, himself. There’s an important distinction between a Round 6 fixture at the Gabba and a holiday in Noosa – but is it really possible to travel to Queensland to work?
Round 6 – Brisbane v Sydney: My Heart is still racing, or is that because I am “old”? Those under 70’s: when it happens, just get used to it!
May 2, 2016 by 15 Comments
Jan journeyed to Brisbane where she encountered the old age order but thankfully her youthfulness ensured she survived the Swans’ heart stopping game at the Gabba.
Round 5 – Sydney v West Coast: Things we do in the arbitrary, shifting name of home
April 27, 2016 by 3 Comments
Mathilde de Hauteclocque on home, the nature of home, the defence of home and the things we do in the arbitrary, shifting name of home.
Round 5 – Sydney v West Coast: SuperTed Returns
April 25, 2016 by 4 Comments
Sydney’s win against West Coast witnessed the return of SuperTed, Sam claims the goal of the year has already been decided.
Round 5 – Sydney v West Coast: Oh Jetts, that’s proof that you still love us!
April 24, 2016 by 6 Comments
Jan Courtin observed her Swans dominate West Coast at the SCG with Teddy flying high and Jetts proving the love remains.
Round 4 – Adelaide v Sydney: Omens
April 20, 2016 by 12 Comments
Stepping out onto the roof of Australia, Mathilde observed a murder of Crows and Betts Creek, ominous signs for the Swans.
Round 4 – Adelaide v Sydney: Brown-Betts-Bulldogs Bonanza
April 19, 2016 by 9 Comments
Swish and Mrs Swish had a big day of Adelaide footy last week, Centrals, the Crows and briefly, Salisbury v Eastern Park. Includes a long lost Willy sighting.
Round 4 – Adelaide v Sydney: A Game of Claustrophobic Proportions
April 18, 2016 by 16 Comments
Jan’s Adelaide trip to watch the Swans was a tight struggle and that was before the game started.
This Comment Deserves its Own Post – An Ode to the Swans
April 16, 2016 by 1 Comment
Birds of a feather are sticking together. The Swans in verse
Round 4 Preview – Adelaide v Sydney: Hot Tip
April 14, 2016 by 9 Comments
Joe Moore previews the Adelaide v Sydney game. Includes plenty of Swan love (50,000 members!) , admiration for Tex’s mullet, K.Tippett’s return to Adelaide, the Swanettes and a crow who dared to fly with swans…
AFL Round Three Performance Reviews – Part Two
April 12, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Trevor Kannegiesser throws more clubs under his microscope after Round 3. Here it’s Sydney, GWS, Gold Coast, Carlton, West Coast and Fremantle.
Round 3 – Sydney v GWS: From the Texas Mountain Trail
April 12, 2016 by 1 Comment
Keiran Croker files from the Texas Mountain Trail, en route to Austin for the Old Settlers Festival. He’s keeping an eye out for A. Goodes.
Round 3 – Sydney v GWS: The Goodes Times
April 11, 2016 by Leave a Comment
For Joe Moore and family the chance to pay homage to a true inspiration, synonymous with the congregation’s devotion to his team meant this one would not be missed.
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