Articles by Alex Baird
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.
Knights on weather watch
City United captain Shane Currie says the Knights are desperate to avoid a washout tomorrow, with their spot at the top of Colac district cricket on the line.
Sisters boost South after key departure
South Colac netball officials hope the arrival of two talented sisters will shape a new-look attacking end following the departure of a champion shooter.
Ex-Aussie cricketer praises pathway
A former Australian cricketer says Colac’s pathways for females stack up against any program in Melbourne.