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July 28, 2009
Preparations for a match day banner for the match between the Vietnam Swans and the Lao Elephants are currently underway. We asked the Elephants for a high resolution logo – and they forwarded us the logo on the left. Acting […]
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July 27, 2009
Last week, Swans veteran, Mr Willy dropped into Lao – and a training session with the Lao Elephants! Read below to find out all the intelligence. Critical reading for any self respecting coach given the Swannies will play the Elephants […]
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July 25, 2009
Last weekend, the Vietnam Swans from Hanoi and Saigon met up in Hoi An (central Vietnam) for a match. Below is the match report prepared by Damo (who ended up playing for the Rest of the World). Hoi An Highlights: […]
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July 23, 2009
In light of the recent tragedy in Jakarta, the Vietnam Swans and Lao Elephants have announced that the match on 8 August in Hanoi will double as a tribute to Jakarta Bintang, Craig Senger, and the other victims of the […]
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July 22, 2009
On Friday of last week, two bombs exploded at two hotels in Jakarta. On 7 February of this year, Australia suffered its worst ever natural disaster – Black Saturday. The Indonesian Government provided forensic support to help identify burnt victims. […]
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July 20, 2009
Last Friday, 17 July 2009, two bombs were detonated inside two hotels in Jakarta. Nine people were killed and another 50 were injured. One of the victims was the Austrade Commissioner, Craig Senger, who also played for the Jakarta Bintangs. […]
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July 16, 2009
You may recall that Willy is arguably the Vietnam Swans most prolific producer of erudite commentary on this website. Last week, in response to the news that Miss Australia had written to the Vietnam Swans, Willy said: ahhhhhh, laura it […]
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July 15, 2009
This weekend’s footy match between the North and the South in Hoi An is being promoted all around the country. Last night, Club President, Fabbo dropped in to Hue to check out efforts at the just opened Hue Backpackers Hostel. […]
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July 12, 2009
Last week, Shannon and Nick missed footy training in Saigon. The Swans Blog has received the following message from Shannon: Just so you know, when me and Nick aren’t at training, we’re still pushing the Swannies’ message – here’s us […]
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July 10, 2009
AFL State of Origin North vs South ‘Rumble in the Jungle -This time it’s personal!’ Hosted by the Vietnam Swans Aussie Rules Club Saturday 18 July, 12 noon Le Loi Avenue sports ground, Hoi An Free event! Bring the family […]
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July 10, 2009
Culi Café, 40 Luong Ngoc Quyen, Hoan Kiem, Ha Noi. (50 metres west of bia hoi corner). (04) 2213 2951 1. Friday, July 10: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm Friday Night Footy – Western Bulldogs v Collingwood First Drink for […]
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July 8, 2009
On 26 June 2009 in Hanoi, the Vietnam Swans found themselves in the Gaelic footy tournament in Hanoi. See the link for a quick summary. The photo to the left shows the proud Swannies.
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July 7, 2009
Tonight, it has been confirmed that the North will play the South in the neutral territory of Hoi An in Central Vietnam on Saturday, 18 July 2009. Players and families will fly into Hoi An from Hanoi and Saigon on […]
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July 3, 2009
Last week, Philip Murphy was in Melbourne and caught up with a few Hawthorn greats: Graham Arthur – 1961 Premiership Captain; Alan Jeans – Premiership Coach 1983 , 1986 1989; and Alan Joyce Premiership Coach 1988 1991. Phil writes: A […]
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July 3, 2009
1. Friday, 3 July: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Froidy Noight Footy – the little one: Collingwood v Essendon First Drink for Free (beer, soft drink, water, smoothie, mixed spirit, hot drink). Bowl of chips per table to get the […]
