Articles by Alex Baird
Saint shines as a Knight
Jack Melican has vowed to return to his beloved Birregurra next summer in the club’s bid to return to Division One cricket.
Brownless’ bond with local lads
Geelong rookie Oscar Brownless says he relishes the chance to reunite with a group of Colac mates to relive a cherished footy memory.
Maloney’s magic moment
Colac born-and-bred jockey Ryan Maloney says he refused to give up on his dream of securing a group one win, despite hitting rock-bottom less than two years ago.
Maroon Caps march into seventh decider
Stoneyford has stormed into its seventh-straight Colac district Division One grand final off the back of some stunning individual performances.
Imports favoured to win medal
An international recruit could become the first overseas cricketer to claim a Bill Johnston Medal after they dominated captains’ picks ahead of Monday night’s Colac district league vote count.
Win inspires Perera to chase his dream
Gun Stoneyford recruit Savin Perera says spending a summer in Australia has given him confidence to return home to England to continue his goal of becoming an established first-class cricketer.
Rookie has eyes on debut
Colac’s Cooper Stephens says he will do everything he can to make his AFL debut with Geelong after having his first taste in the big league.
Dolphins lure Berry for 2020
Frankston coach Danny Ryan says Colac district football export Jack Berry has arrived at his third VFL club with “a point to prove”.