Articles by Alex Baird
Panthers almost pounce
Warrion proved the club was ready to contend again in Colac district cricket in 2019-20 after hitting its straps towards the pointy end of the season.
English cricketers make their mark at Warrion
English pair Charlie Barriball and Sam Harris have left an imprint at Warrion regardless of whether they return for future cricket campaigns.
Big shoes to fill for Demons duo
Two popular Demons will join forces as Otway Districts’ co-captains in a bid to fill the shoes of champion footballer Stewart Sutherland after he vacated the role.
League champion staying loyal
There is no doubt Rhys Jeffs would have had plenty of offers from rival Corangamite clubs after Winchelsea was demoted from Division One bowls at the end of the season.
Consistency costs Colac cricketers
Colac captain Mick Tomkins says a lack of consistent cricket early in the season played a role in the club’s 2019-20 fortunes.
Stallions search for new coach
Colac is preparing to field a new-look Division One side next cricket season, with its coach and best-and-fairest winner among three key departures.
Club signs recruit, unsure about internationals
New Warrion skipper Rohan Symes has pounced on securing a key recruit and is hopeful at least one of the club’s overseas cricketers will return next season.
Panthers appoint new leader
Rohan Symes’ impact during his first season at Warrion has led Panthers officials to hand the experienced batsman the club’s captaincy.