Random thoughts and observations
I’ve just seen a magnificent dropkick win a rugby international for South Africa. Trailing Australia 16-19, replacement Francois Steyn booted a superb field goal from the touch line 45 metres out. It was a fantastic display of skill. The Springboks won the game with another drop goal minutes later. There are some in rugby who [...]
I’ve been following the Myrtleford Saints from afar in Western Australia as best I can. Having been involved with the club at various levels over a number of years it’s hard to let go. I’ve got no idea what’s going on behind the scenes and I have nothing to comment on except the scores. The [...]
It’s that time of year when AFL followers get excited about the coming season. St Kilda fan Ray Dixon has unsurprisingly, but perhaps somewhat tragically, tipped his under-performing Saints to win the big one in September. One good thing about having a new coach is that St Kilda will presumably develop a new game plan. [...]
I’m so pleased the Swans won the premiership. My family has South Melbourne connections, with my Auntie Margaret being a passionate fan. Personally, I’m delighted for Paul Roos, who was my favorite player when he was at Fitzroy. He’s a wonderful man and he deserves success. Roos admitted it was the Lions’ first premiership win [...]
The Ovens and Murray Football League grand final yesterday finished in a one-point heart-breaking loss for Myrtleford. There was a big crowd of nearly 15,000 people. I went with young Michael; we got there early and found seats in the grandstand. Most of the Myrtleford supporters, about 60 percent of the crowd, were on the [...]
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