Articles by Alex Baird
Floyd’s Dogs on fire in the west
Former Colac Tigers and Birregurra footballer Campbell Floyd is on track for another successful season in Western Australia after his side enjoyed a triple-figure win in a grand final rematch.
Former Tiger leads Tassie state league side
A former Colac Tiger is leading a state league netball outfit in Tasmania.
Blues icon mentors recruit
Carlton VFL coach Dan O’Keefe says he can’t wait to watch Cooper Stephens develop under a retired AFL legend who he has compared the Colac footballer to.
Results boost Colac ahead of big final round
A lot must go right for Colac men’s golfers in their bid to break into Geelong pennant’s top-grade ranks after back-to-back losses put a severe dent in their 2021 Division Two title hopes.
Accolades boost Garner’s Cup bid
“If he misses out on that he’s real stiff, and if he gets in it it’ll be on the back of all the effort that he’s put in.”
Young Rover scores maiden goal in style
Colac Otway Rovers soccer leader Tom Davis says youngster Will Roberts provided the highlight when his first senior goal for the club came under lights in stunning fashion against Barwon Heads.
Coach praises Bombers recruit
Irrewarra-Beeac coach Leah Ousey says talented midcourter Tara Morrissy has made a significant impact since her arrival at the club in 2021.
Returning guns boost Lorne
Returning faces have helped Lorne secure back-to-back wins to kick start its season after a slow start.