Articles by Alex Baird
Saints shape up as contenders after thriller
A frantic finish leading to an after-the-siren goal from champion goalkicker Christian Kelly has put Birregurra in a strong position to contend in CDFNL reserves footy this season.
Cousins inspire Tigers rising star
Ted Buchanan doesn’t have to look far for inspiration ahead of the Colac rising star’s debut with Vic Country at next month’s under-12 national footy carnival.
Redback goes in to bat for Sienna
Irrewarra women’s cricket official Jaccob Rodda’s decision to investigate why Sienna Mallon was absent from Vic Country’s under-16 program has paid off in a big way.
South prevails for 250-gamer
South Colac coach Nick Lynch says Justin Mooney’s impressive milestone match on the weekend highlights his commitment to senior footy over a long period.
New-look Cats hit their straps
Colac Imperials coach Siobhan Casey says her new-look side’s ability to win close games during the second half of the season is a promising sign her netballers are starting to hit their straps.
Swans spearhead hits half-ton
Alvie forward Dom Dare became the first senior footballer to register 50 goals in the CDFNL this season with his eight-goal effort in the Swans’ big win over Otway Districts.
Tigers turn it up against Joeys
Colac Tigers co-coach Steve Lawrence says his side showed no effects from having limited access to netball during a 20-goal win over an impressive St Joseph’s outfit.
State call-up for young Redback
Emerging Colac district cricketer Sienna Mallon has been rewarded for a breakout season at senior level by earning a call-up to Vic Country’s under-16 squad.