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The local cycling scene: Jayco Herald Sun Tour proves its relevance

Posted on February 12, 2016 by storktalks

This article first appeared on The Roar, February 6, 2016 ( http://www.theroar.com.au/2016/02/06/jayco-herald-sun-tour-proves-relevance/ ). The stars of Australia’s summer of cycling have come out to play at the 63rd Jayco Herald Sun Tour.  While it was Will Clarke (Drapac) who stole the … Continue reading →

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AFL ruckmen strike back

Posted on June 30, 2015 by storktalks

(This article first appeared on The Roar sports opinion website, June 26, 2015. http://www.theroar.com.au/2015/06/26/afl-ruckmen-strike-back/ ) Isn’t it great to see ruckmen returning to the AFL’s centre stage? Derided in recent times by the media and in some instances even the coaches … Continue reading →

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Mick Malthouse might be the longest serving AFL coach, but is he the best?

Posted on March 31, 2015 by storktalks

Some people have been suggesting Mick Malthouse is the greatest coach of all time, and if longevity is the measure you use to quantify greatness then they might have a point. The current Carlton leader will break Collingwood legend Jock … Continue reading →

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AFL practice games a necessary evil

Posted on March 7, 2015 by storktalks

(This article originally appeared on The Roar 6/3/15) When West Coast’s Eric McKenzie and Bulldog Tom Liberatore had their seasons ruined by crumpled knees in the first round of AFL practices matches last weekend, many began questioning the worth of … Continue reading →

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The experts agree, it’s a race of three!

Posted on March 6, 2014 by storktalks

Supporters of Essendon, Adelaide, Port Adelaide and Carlton may as well book a family holiday this September because their clubs will not be playing in the finals. And unless you follow one of Hawthorn, Sydney or Fremantle, you can dump … Continue reading →

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