Memories of my father
I’m not going to do my father justice with this piece. It’s almost impossible to find words that can convey the depth of his selflessness and love. Love’s a funny…
Rediscovering the joy of AFL football through this Collingwood year
I’ve previously written about my childhood love of AFL football and my subsequent disillusionment. I’ve been on a long path of rediscovery that at times has appeared rather pointless. The…
When old men chase young boy’s dreams- the Collingwood board fight
Collingwood football club has been in my blood forever. I’ve ridden the various highs and lows with dogged fanaticism. I have borne the multiple Grand Final losses with a proud…
Coming Home to a Life Left Behind
I’ve been coming home to football for a while now. It’s been a long journey and there’s been more than a few stumbles along the way. I am almost there.…
Little league,loss, longing and lessons in life
South Barwon Little League 1971 It seems such a long time ago. Fifty years next year actually, but my mind often strays back to those golden little league days when…
Ararat Eagles are Heroes
It’s no news to those of us who live in the area that the Ararat Eagles Football Club is struggling. The writing was on the wall at the start of…
Revenge is a dish best served cold
Collingwood get to play Richmond in a Preliminary Final. It’s been a while. I remember last time. I was ten. It was the day I learned to hate Richmond. They…