Articles by Alex Baird
Deserving milestone for selfless young Cat
Colac Imperials coach Tim Foster says he was delighted to see young Cat Jake Langdon reach an impressive milestone in an elimination final after playing a selfless brand of footy this year.
Mid-season additions propel team to finals
Colac Tigers officials are excited to see what their Division Two 17-and-under outfit can produce in netball finals after a mid-season boost with the return of key players.
Kelly and gang give Lorne hope
Lorne co-coach Boe Trickey says a young brigade of Geelong mates and a seasoned Dolphins footballer are giving the coastal club a sniff in the reserves competition this year.
A tasty treat for dedicated dads
‘Doughnuts for dads’ delivered the perfect mix for Apollo Bay kinder kids to treat their loved ones ahead of Father’s Day this Sunday.
Rewarding experience for Roos junior mentor
South Colac premiership skipper Mitch Perkins says sharing the field with players from his under-18 squad was a shining light in a difficult season.
Tiger thrives in new role
A sense of belonging at GFL level has given Dustin Walters a chance to flourish playing a role as a swingman with the Colac Tigers.
From fourth to a grand final
Playing a brand of footy which stacks up in finals is what excites Colac Tigers under-14 coach Tyson Hay the most about his young outfit ahead of Sunday’s decider.
Wild weekend in the Bay
Apollo Bay’s Bill Hurley-Fraser has worked on festivals around the world but says nothing compares with the vibe of this year’s Winter Wild driven by his home town’s community.