Kristian Cavallo ponders the Sam Darcy dilemma facing the Bulldogs. Can Luke Beveridge invent a replacement up forward?
Almanac Footy: The Darcy dilemma and a Dogs Headache – Can Bevo paper the cracks?
April 21, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Round 6 – Geelong v Western Bulldogs: Jezza’s tenner shines in Cats clinic, as Darcy disaster leaves the Dogs speechless
April 20, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Kristian Cavallo has cast an eye over the surging Cats after they demolished the Dogs.
Round 5 – Hawthorn v Western Bulldogs: Ruthless Hawks dazzle as Dogs get a reality check
April 13, 2026 by 1 Comment
The Hawks are up and about, leaving their Bulldog opponents in the dark (brown) with a Gather Round clinic. Kristian Cavallo has more within.
Round 2 – Adelaide v Western Bulldogs: Dogs dodge the Crows swoop in a Friday night frenzy
March 22, 2026 by 5 Comments
The Bulldogs’ late bite on Friday night leaves Matthew Nicks to ponder the one that got away, while Bevo’s men soak in their undefeated start to the season, writes Kristian Cavallo.
Round 2 – Adelaide Crows v Western Bulldogs: Dogs are a tense watch, but I am smiling now as they remain undefeated!
March 21, 2026 by 2 Comments
Sports broadcaster Dan Lonergan admits to having shown emotion in the box at Bulldogs’ games in the past and still finds it hard to watch his team live or on TV. So it was on Friday night, even after a relaxing run and his favourite Italian meal, ‘Negative Nelly’ was in for a nervous night.
Round 1 – Western Bulldogs v GWS Giants: Ruthless Dogs dismantle passive Giants in Marvel thrashing
March 15, 2026 by 2 Comments
Kristian Kavollo reports on the Bulldogs running riot in their Round 1 match against the Giants to score a resounding victory.
Opening Round – Brisbane Lions v Western Bulldogs: Inspired Dogs rattle the Lions cage to seal opening round thriller
March 12, 2026 by 6 Comments
Kristian Cavallo credits the Western Bulldogs senior brigade in sending the reigning premiers reeling in the Opening Round thriller at the Gabba.
Opening Round – Brisbane Lions v Western Bulldogs: Lion Kings tamed by game Doggies
March 12, 2026 by Leave a Comment
The Western Bulldogs’ stunning victory over the Brisbane Lions in Opening Round had Peter Clark marvelling. Can the Bulldogs keep the momentum going and will the Lions rue their lack of discipline?
Almanac Footy: Bulldogs’ 2026 season preview
March 5, 2026 by Leave a Comment
Micky McTigger completes his pre-season evaluation of each club’s player list for the 2026 AFL season. He ends with the Western Bulldogs list, suggesting some rejigging of the backline.
Almanac Footy: Western Bulldogs 2025 Season Preview
March 4, 2025 by Leave a Comment
In his final call on 2025 team lists, Micky McTigger analyses the Western Bulldogs.
Almanac AFLW Draft: Congratulations Sarah Poustie
December 19, 2024 by 2 Comments
Great to see Sarah Poustie, daughter of Almanac members Mark and Nicole, was snapped up at Pick 25 in the AFLW Draft. {Congrats Family Poustie – JTH]
Vale Gary ‘Chooka’ Merrington
December 16, 2024 by 8 Comments
We extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Gary Merrington whom many Almanac people knew so well from the All Nations Hotel where he was the quintessential host. John Harms has put together a few words.
Revisiting The Footy Almanac Grand Final Eve Lunch: Bruce Dawe’s September greeting
December 12, 2024 by Leave a Comment
The poetry vibe was strong at The Footy Almanac Grand Final Eve Lunch where John Harms read this greeting from Bruce Dawe.
Round 12 – Collingwood v Western Bulldogs: Flotreat Pica Society Report
June 2, 2024 by 2 Comments
Floreat Pica Society and Footy Almanac stalwart Frank Taylor had a troubled preparation for this big clash, and the Pies never really recovered.
Cam Hooke’s Collingwood Life: Round 11 Review / Round 12 Preview
May 27, 2024 by Leave a Comment
Cam Hooke has a fair-handed look at the umpiring in the Pies-Dockers clash in Perth as he reviews the draw, then previews the Round 12 clash with the Doggies.
Almanac Teams: Arrivals and Departures (Footscray/Western Bulldogs)
May 6, 2024 by 2 Comments
Arrivals and Departures from the ‘Scray/West are up this week for Rodney Boyd’s side.
Round 17 – Haiku Bob: pull of the moon
July 12, 2023 by 1 Comment
Haiku Bob recounts the enthralling game at Docklands where the Pies came back from a halftime deficit to remain hot favourites this season.
AFL Round 15 – Western Bulldogs v Melbourne: Bontempelli’s Dream
April 27, 2023 by 9 Comments
To honour Marcus Bontempelli reaching the 200 games milestone this week, we reprise Neil Anderson’s July 2014 match report of the Western Bulldogs v Melbourne Demons clash in Round 15. It was the first time Neil saw ‘The Bont’ play live.
Rowdy Adam
March 30, 2023 by 15 Comments
It is with immense sadness that I bring you the shocking news that Rod ‘Rowdy’ Adam has died. His funeral is this Friday at Wyclif CC. I encourage members of the Almanac community to attend.
Everyday Obits: Gigs remembers Rowdy Adam
March 29, 2023 by 20 Comments
Rowdy Adam was a Doggies man through and through as Andrew ‘Gigs’ Gigacz knew only too well. He pays tribute to Rowdy and his generosity.
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