Articles by Alex Baird

  • South monitors stars

    South Colac coach Nick Lynch says the Roos are being cautious with their stars after gun recruit Brody Finn finished their win against Apollo Bay on the bench, while a host of other key footballers missed.

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  • McDonald ready to lead Redbacks

    Irrewarra cricket officials say the timing is right to promote young leader Bryce McDonald as the club’s top-grade skipper after serving a valuable apprenticeship as a vice-captain.

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  • New Tiger adds versatility

    Simpson coach Daniel Beard says young Colac Tigers export Ryan Mulder has bolstered the team’s backline and played a pinch-hitting role in the ruck since his surprise move to the club this season.

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  • Bay teen better for the experience

    Apollo Bay’s Teyvia Williams says she learnt valuable lessons about track running after enduring bizarre encounters during her national titles campaign for Victoria.

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  • Authorities respond to Apollo Bay meeting

    GORCAPA chief Jodie Sizer says the authority wants to continue building better relationships with the Apollo Bay district community through a “united” action group created this week. 

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  • Star netball recruits have VFLW history

    Two women’s footballers with VFLW experience have been surprise inclusions to Alvie’s netball program this year following a host of key departures for the reigning premier.

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  • Injured Swan steps up

    Star Alvie netballer Jaymie Lowe will remain a key part of the club’s premiership defence, despite revealing she is on the waiting list for a knee reconstruction after a cruel pre-season blow.

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  • Retired champion always welcome at Bomberland

    Irrewarra-Beeac coach Cam Parker says there’s always a spot for Ben Lavars in senior footy after the retired champion surprised many by featuring in the reserves this season.

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