WELCOME TO THE SPORT & HISTORY SITE

My name is Ross Smith and I live in Launceston, Tasmania.
Whilst sport history is the main focus, some local history also features.


CRICKET (updated: 28th May 2008)

[most recent update: Test batting leading over-the-boundary hitters]
Over-the-boundary hits (including 6s) in Tests and national competitions. No sixes hit in World XI matches have been added to my Test lists. Plus a detailed look at the disputed career figures for WG Grace.
There is no information about 20/20 matches on this site.


FOOTBALL (updated: 11th Nov 2007)

Roy Cazaly snr. (1911-1924, 1926-36, 1941) Research reveals the truth about his playing career.
Links also to other information about Australian Football.


HISTORY NOTES (updated: 11th Nov 2007)

Notes about Launceston history, including evidence which proves the
J Boag & Son company was founded in 1883, not 1881 and certainly not 1853.

After all, the "Son" in the company name wasn't born until 1854!!

Numerous websites, including some government department and tourism ones, have been directed to the truth. Unfortunately, some continue to publish the false claims made about the company history.


OTHER SPORT

A page looking at horse racing, tennis and shinty, and other sports which will be added as I get the chance.


Important History Book

Look here for notes on a special history book about Rev John West, a major figure in 19th Century Colonial Australia, and someone who arguably deserves to be known as the "Grandfather of Australian Federation"

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