Articles by Alex Baird
Champion triathlete wins world crown
World champion Colac triathlete Craig Davis says he will consider stepping into the professional ranks in the wake of a career-best performance on home soil.
Footballer continues to shine
Colac Tigers footballer Campbell Floyd says he is gearing up for a solid off-season in a bid to spend a full year in the VFL system in 2017.
Saints celebrate sweet victory
Birregurra’s grand final triumph might not have been the prettiest of its 2016 football performances, but it was the sweetest.
Skippers’ flag ambitions
Birregurra and South Colac football captains Jack Melican and Daniel Roberts share vivid memories of the two teams’ last encounter on grand final day.
Dedicated Bomber to lead senior team
Jason Cartwright is the latest champion footballer to step into a senior coaching position at his home club, taking on Irrewarra-Beeac’s top job for next season.
Former NBL basketballer heads Kookas academy
The head coach of Colac Kookas’ inaugural basketball academy says he is excited about enhancing opportunities for the next generation of hoopsters.
Exciting Hawk almost missed must-win final
Exciting Apollo Bay footballer Tristan Smith’s up-and-down 2016 season almost took another turn for the worse on the eve of Saturday’s under-17.5 preliminary final.
Mentor predicts bright future
Departing Simpson coach Adam Courtney says he is confident the club can remain a competitive force in Colac district football.