Articles by Alex Baird
Promising start for young Panthers
Warrion officials would be thrilled with their young cricketers’ after they delivered during the launch of the Colac district’s Twenty20 Big Bash.
New deal a relief for Swan
Birregurra’s Lewis Melican says securing a three-year deal to extend his AFL career in Sydney was a welcome relief with his sister Tess shifting to the harbour city.
Rovers receive praise from A-League club
Colac Otway Rovers’ move to give the region’s future soccer stars free clinics after the coronavirus pandemic cancelled the season has earned praise from an A-League club.
Round Two – Rolling Team of the Year
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.
Teen sensation starts strong
Colac Golf Club captain Michael Brennan says emerging star Tom Hanson might have hit form at the right time of the year after taking an early lead in the club championships.
West youngsters overshadow Lang’s return
Colac West’s emerging cricketers have overshadowed the return of Warrion star and former AFL footballer Darcy Lang.
Returning medallist hits his straps
Returning cricketer Dale Boyd has given Stoneyford a glimpse of his Bill Johnston Medal-winning form with a brilliant all-round display against Colac.
Panthers not pressuring former AFL player
Warrion skipper Rohan Symes says the club isn’t putting any pressure on former AFL footballer Darcy Lang to commit to a cricket season.