As a staunch follower of the Dogs for many, many years, I have had to grow fairly used to disappointing years along the way. It was, therefore, a total surprise, no let me correct that, a shock, when the Dogs pulled off the ultimate feat… Read More »Even Bulldogs fans know your time is up, Luke Beveridge please do us a favour and move on as painlessly as possible
There are no longer any undefeated teams in the AFL, but North Melbourne still hasn’t won a game. The season is getting exciting with some tantalising matchups, starting with Carlton and Melbourne, which is the first game of Round 9. We’re taking a look at… Read More »The crucial cogs of AFL’s Round 9: Which players need to be the difference makers?
Who stood out from the Australians both here and overseas in a busy week of the world game? Goalkeeper Paul Izzo: 1-1 draw for Melbourne Victory against Melbourne City (Victory won after penalties) – Full game played, four penalties saved, nine saves, 33/46 passing, one… Read More »Unreal goalkeeping, promotion winning goals and an AFC Cup win: Australians around the globe team of the week
The Singapore Sevens was a weird tournament for the Aussie teams but at the same time delivered as expected with both New Zealand teams winning. The Australian men came fourth, the women second – both good results but it didn’t feel all that good. Maybe… Read More »The Singapore Sevens threw up some weird and surprising results – that was except for the dominance of the Kiwis, of course
I went and watched the Manly Marlins v the Gordon Highlanders in Sydney club rugby from the women’s to the first grade. All teams gave it one hell of a go and were celebrating in success or devastated in a loss. This is what the… Read More »It’s hard to tell if some of Australia’s Super Rugby teams actually have a deep desire to win – or are they satisfied just playing?