Articles by Alex Baird
Classmates’ grand final clash
Colac Tigers rising star Annalie Lawrence will spend the lead-up to tonight’s Barwon Junior Netball Championships decider in the classroom with some of her opposition.
Swan steps in for Saint
Colac district netball rising star Dallas Williamson’s availability for tomorrow’s interleague clash is timely after injury has ruled Sarah Breed out.
Pair to run marathon for Shantel’s Cause
Cousins Jordan Brewster and Claire Smith will find extra motivation to cross the finish line during Sunday’s Great Ocean Road Running Festival’s half-marathon.
Busy co-coach steps down
Birregurra star Andrew Kelly says a busy work and family life has forced him to step down as the Saints’ co-coach.
Inspired Hawk puts retirement plans on hold
Commitment from a playing group eager for success under new coach Brent Macleod has led champion Apollo Bay goalkicker Casey McDonald out of retirement.
Vic Country call-up for cricket ‘pioneer’
A regional manager says Sophie Walker is becoming a pioneer for women’s cricket in the Colac district as she prepares for her biggest year in the sport.
League’s new stars in interleague team
Sarah Breed’s return plus the addition of star recruits Emma Hillman and Laura Kelly have bolstered the CDFNL’s senior netball squad ahead of this year’s interleague clash.
Bay footballer kicks for cure
Kicking for goal will have more meaning than ever before for Apollo Bay football recruit Sam Edwards this season.