Sam Dean Sports Journal

Old versus new: The future of the A-League

October 26, 2026

A record Australia Cup final crowd of 29,911 for the ultimate old ethnic soccer vs new franchise football clash has given football in Australia a shot in the arm and... Read more...

Was Fremantle’s loss a failure to learn from Roman history?

September 28, 2026

In 48 BC, near the Greek city of Pharsalos, Roman General Pompey the Great had Julius Caesar’s army under pressure and facing defeat. Read more...

From innings defeats to beating Australia: Bangladesh’s Test journey

August 18, 2026

Following their remarkable win against Australia in Darwin, we've tracked Bangladesh's test cricket journey. Read more...

Test cricket needs an occasion worthy of the game

July 30, 2026

Test cricket’s five days should be seen as a feature, not a bug. The game must embrace festivalisation in order to revitalise the format. Read more...

Wanted! A Vision for the VFL

July 11, 2026

Unlocking the potential of the Victorian Football League. Read more...

Cricket: Why Northern Australia Could Become a Permanent Part of Australia’s International Season

July 11, 2026

The successful return of cricket to Northern Australia could signal a permanent shift, and it could mean less tests, but bigger white ball fixtures, for Perth & Brisbane. Read more...