Articles by Alex Baird
ROLLING TEAM OF THE YEAR: Round 14
The Colac Herald’s rolling Team of the Year has returned for the 2020-21 season. The side is chosen purely on form, with selectors picking the squad of 12 players based on their impact on games and consistency during the summer.
Inglis fires yet another century
City United captain Shane Currie says Luke Inglis was once again “a class above” after the former Victorian Premier Cricketer batted his side to victory with another big century.
Swan smashes awesome ton
Ten sixes. 54 balls. 105 not out.
On a night when most cricketers went home to tune into the Big Bash final, Alvie star Andre DeLorenzo put on a show of his own in a batting masterclass of power hitting.
Panthers primed for Stoneyford showdown
Warrion will shape up against Colac district cricket powerhouse Stoneyford this Sunday in a standalone match, with an eye still on finals.
City survives Dolphin scare to hold top spot
City’s Rebecca McMahon says she expects Lorne to cause headaches for opposition sides after almost bumping her team from the top of the ladder in weekend pennant bowls.
Redbacks veteran answers call
Returning Irrewarra leader Dave Jackson says the club is lucky to have access to someone of the calibre of Kane Quickensted when its batting stocks were low.
Stallions turn pink for special cause
A historic season for Colac in women’s cricket has prompted Stallions officials to dedicate their matches this weekend to a special cause.
Biggest fight for cricket’s first lady
Gaylene Oborne says she expects a few tears when her beloved Stallions swap their traditional red cricket caps for pink this weekend.