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A Yank on the Footy

An American's look at the game of Australian Rules Football,
in my opinion, the greatest game on the planet.

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384 - Rd 4 AFL Tips

Recent Episodes

April 1, 2025

384 - Rd 4 AFL Tips

Episode 384 - AFL - Rd 4 Tips Podcast Website https://www.ayankonthefooty.com/ https://www.ayankonthefooty.com/survey - I’d love for you to take a moment to complete the survey Best 80 AFL Australian Football League Podcasts ...

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March 30, 2025

383 - A chat w/ Geelong supporter Ben Eggleton, ‘The Bard from the Sc…

Episode 383 - A chat w/ Geelong supporter Ben Eggleton, ‘The Bard from the Scrub” Podcast Website https://www.ayankonthefooty.com/ https://www.ayankonthefooty.com/survey - I’d love for you to take a moment to complete the sur...

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March 29, 2025

Rd 3 - Hey Geelong, we can lay eggs too!

Hey Geelong, we can lay eggs too! Podcast Website https://www.ayankonthefooty.com/ https://www.ayankonthefooty.com/survey - I’d love for you to take a moment to complete the survey Best 80 AFL Australian Football League Podca...

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March 26, 2025

382 - Rd 3 AFL Tips

Episode 382 - Rd 3 AFL tips Podcast Website https://www.ayankonthefooty.com/ https://www.ayankonthefooty.com/survey - I’d love for you to take a moment to complete the survey Best 80 AFL Australian Football League Podcasts Gu...

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March 23, 2025

North Melbourne, that was 'Roo'tiful!

North Melbourne, that was “Roo”tiful! Podcast Website https://www.ayankonthefooty.com/ https://www.ayankonthefooty.com/survey - I’d love for you to take a moment to complete the survey Best 80 AFL Australian Football League P...

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March 22, 2025

Rd 2 - Adelaide has something to Crow about

Adelaide hs something to Crow about Podcast Website https://www.ayankonthefooty.com/ https://www.ayankonthefooty.com/survey - I’d love for you to take a moment to complete the survey Best 80 AFL Australian Football League Pod...

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Recent Blog Posts

March 4, 2025

A big thank you......and this recent event, does this mean I've actua…

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/C-ZYniYCE_s   Good day everyone, We're on the eve of the remnants of Round 0, and I hope that everyone along eastern coastline holds up well against Alfred. (Where is Batman when you really need him?)  Two…

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Feb. 26, 2025

2025 Ladder prediction coming this weekend!

Good day footy fans from Sandusky Ohio, along the North Coast of the U.S.  We finally reached double digits yesterday, reaching 11c. .....and yes, that is shorts and t-shirt weather around here.  Funny, as just about 2 1/2 weeks ago, it wa…

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Dec. 9, 2024

This sort of thing doesn't happen in the AFL. Baseball in America, pl…

For those of you who've followed the podcast for a while, but don't know how I came to fall in love with Australian Rules Football.  In many ways, it became a necessity.  Major League Baseball here in the United States did it's level best …

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About the Host

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Craig Wessels

Host

In 2017, I fell in love with Australian Rules Football. I've been a baseball fan here in the US for over a half century, and footy has supplanted my summer (winter) sports viewing. Footy is, in my opinion, the most dynamic, complete and three-dimensional game on the planet. If you're just discovering the game, I invite you to check out my podcast.

Reviews

A Yank’s Footy Journey

"I love Craig Wessels. I don’t know if footy is his escape from being a long-suffering Cleveland sports fan or he’s just having a mid-life crisis, but this public school teacher by day becomes a Geelo…"

AARGHinNC | Sept. 30, 2020

Great AFL podcast

"Craig doesn’t just focus on his beloved Cats, he touches on all that’s going on in the AFL and his passion for the sport comes through loud and clear. Great Aussie rules podcast that is informative a…"

Jk14' | July 16, 2020

Great Listen

"In real life I am suspicious of cats so it makes sense I guess that in AFL terms people who barrack for Geelong make me edgy. Craig won me over with the mea culpa episode. I am a 23 year member of t…"

rkowna | July 10, 2020

Great Footy Pod from a fellow American

"I recently became a Roo supporter & was told to listen to this podcast. After a couple episodes of listening to Craig it helps me learn about my new favorite sport! Keep it up mate"

ZRy22 | June 16, 2020

Awesome!!!

"Love hearing from another footy following American!!! Each show is full of not only great footy info but has great insight!!! Keep up the great work!!!"

Donnieman40 | May 10, 2020

Fun and informative

"Craig is knowledgeable, passionate and entertaining in his show. The mix of interviews and his in depth knowledge keep the show really interesting. Keep it up Craig!"

BassumRunner | May 9, 2020

AYOTF

"Great podcast for an American novice or a seasoned Aussie! Craig has a passion for the sport!"

Sportzilla | Feb. 17, 2021

Good stuff

"Great podcast, consistent with analysis and content, but above all- extremely listenable. Keep it up from a cats fan in geelong"

Heath | May 1, 2021

"A refreshingly different and unique perspective on australian rules football by a super fan that's only been following the game for a few years in a country where AFL is barely even been heard of let…"

Tarazan074 | May 2, 2021

A truely unbiased (sort of) view of AFL

"Craig has such a different perspective of the game we all love. Such passion from someone who grew up supporting different sports and fell in love with AFL later in his life. His interviews are well …"

HeavyCarts | Dec. 13, 2021

This needs to be one of your go-to pods

"Craig has a great passion for footy. You can tell how much research Craig has done for every episode, and it results in a great show. Whether you want unique takes on the game or insights into some o…"

Callum O'Neill | April 28, 2021

M from Sydney.

"Obviously a Swans supporter here. Love your work. Love that you, an American loves our game. Keep up the great work."

Marijana NOT Marijuana | Feb. 5, 2021

Matt from Oz

"Great well researched interview with his guests about Australian Rules. For someone that has followed the game from the US for just over 4 years . He knows more about the history and what’s happening…"

MDAFL | April 26, 2020

Kicking Goals

"A great listen for anyone who shares a passion for Aussie rules football. As a long time player/fan it’s fascinating to hear from someone who is relatively new to the sport and their take on things. …"

WMuirden | Jan. 4, 2020

Great Podcast !

"This already seems like a great podcast and i cant wait to see the guests and future epsiodes that are in store. This is not only great for the growth of the leauge outside of Australia but also cont…"

Liam from Aus | Jan. 1, 2020

One of the best AFL/ Australian rules podcasts, period!

"What can I say in addition to all the other great words expressed in the other 5 stars reviews? The host Craig Wessels is a super fan of Australian rules football who is able to channel his passion a…"

Tim | March 14, 2022

An American perspective of Australian rules football from a true fan!

"If you give this podcast a chance you won’t regret it. Looking for something different in afl related podcasts, not the same old stuff that gets churned out by ex players, comedians, commentators and…"

CazzieTheRavenclaw | Sept. 19, 2022

Great podcast!!!

"I think it is a wonderful series and I am a super fan of the content and agree 100% with the point of view with this yank!"

Will Sandman | Dec. 11, 2022

Aussie Perspective

"Great podcast. Craig is quite knowledgeable about AFL for a yank. I’m a Crows fan since they started, but also have a big interest in American sports particularly NFL and MLB. I like that Craig refer…"

jhtthgcf | April 27, 2023

Episode 259

"Back and forth between Craig and Myk as well as Craig’s enthusiasm for the game"

Jim White | May 8, 2023

From a Dockers Fan!

"Gobsmacked how good this podcast is! And guess what? Fremantle - Walyalup this round - beat Geelong! 😂 Seriously, love your yankee view, thank you! Shaz from Fremantle Western Australia"

Freo chick | May 20, 2023

Great love of the game

"I love AFL action and Craig’s passion for the game is infectious !"

Home Info | Sept. 12, 2023

Latest episode

"Excellent and very professional constructed."

Matt Watts | Nov. 6, 2023

An honorary Aussie

"This guy is more Aussie and knows more about our native game than most Aussies! I look forward to hopefully meeting Craig when he comes out to Australia this year. Do yourself a favour and subscribe!"

Padge | March 2, 2024

A great way to spread the game into the U.S.

"Great podcast and a refreshing take from a non-Australian perspective. Keep up the great work. Up the Giants 🧡 🖤"

Alex Kaczkowski | May 26, 2024

Great job

"Surprisingly interesting"

Tony Button | June 12, 2024