Articles by Alex Baird
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.
Twin spins signal bright future
Warrion skipper Rohan Symes says teenage spin twins Hugh McCrae and Max Hutchinson have the club excited about the future following their performances this season.
Young Simpson stalwart takes the wheel
Stepping into Simpson Speedway’s hot seat felt like a natural progression for new president Tim Rankin who has been involved with the club for as long as he can remember.