Articles by Alex Baird

  • Tiger targeting similar squad

    Reappointed Simpson coach Bec Mitchell says she is hopeful her 2021 squad will look similar to this year’s when she gets another chance to lead the Tigers for the first time.

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  • Departing president secures star Saint’s signature

    Departing Birregurra netball president Ange Hall says locking down an A Grade coach for 2021 was high on her list of priorities before stepping down from the role after six
    years.

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  • Boss wants to lead league back from pandemic

    Colac District Football Netball League chairman Peter Hickey says he wants to take on the job again next year to help clubs navigate through the coronavirus pandemic.

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  • Colac export shines during Queensland debut

    Georgie Finn’s Queensland state league netball coach says a promotion to the top-grade ranks isn’t out of the question for the Colac Tigers export after her impressive debut.

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  • Rohan’s form a welcome distraction for Tiger

    Simpson netball coach Bec Mitchell says watching her
    brother hitting his straps in the AFL has been a welcome distraction during the coronavirus pandemic.

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  • Finch eyes fairytale finish

    Champion Colac district product Aaron Finch has spoken about his desire to retire from international cricket after Australia’s 2023 World Cup campaign in India. The current Australian limited overs captain was on Melbourne radio this morning as he prepares to head to England for six one-day and Twenty20 matches next month. Finch captained Australia to […]

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  • Golfers chip in during lockdown

    Members reaching into their own pockets and the return of visiting players have helped the Colac Golf Club get through stage three coronavirus restrictions.

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  • Swans secure a win through local racehorse

    Two Alvie footballers have enjoyed a win this year through a local racehorse. Angus Lloyd and Angus Uwland have shares in owner-trainer David “Butch” Londregan’s horse Zoffany Rocket, who crossed the line first at Colerain on Sunday. The Swans duo joined Londregan’s stables after putting in a bid at Alvie’s fundraising auction last December. The […]

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