Articles by Alex Baird
Colac proposes representative cricket league
Colac district cricket officials have made contact with rival associations with a plan to create a representative league in the south-west next summer.
Ruddell responds to feedback
Will Ruddell received a simple instruction when Barwon Rockets officials told the emerging Colac West cricketer he was overlooked for representative selection again this summer.
Smooth transition for popular Stallion
Young cricket talent Shaun Drayton’s decision to join Colac last summer is having a flow-on effect for the Stallions.
Triple treat for Redback
Up-and-coming Colac athlete Seb Hay has produced a rare feat during a memorable spell of bowling in a Division Three clash for Irrewarra.
Renegades call on youngster
Teenage Colac cricket sensation Sophie Walker will get her first glimpse of life as a professional when she plays in a curtain-raiser to a Women’s Big Bash League game.
Local connection for joint Caulfield Cup favourite
Colac racehorse owner Trevor Harty says having a runner in tomorrow’s Caulfield Cup “is a dream come true” after more than 20 years in the industry.
Strong start no surprise
“You could pick him out of the crowd that he was a pretty special talent compared to everyone else.”
Canadian captain joins Stoneyford
Another Canadian international cricketer will represent Stoneyford this summer after the Colac district powerhouse moved swiftly to cover its departing premiership imports.