Articles by Alex Baird
Sharks appoint new coach, captain
Apollo Bay cricket officials say they will use their Division Two title defence to prepare the club’s young brigade for a return to the top-grade ranks the following season.
Ex-league medallist among inclusions
New Stoneyford leader Dale Boyd says the arrival of decorated cricketer Matthew Love and the potential return of two-time league medallist Levi Dare will soften the blow of Luke Lloyd’s departure.
Cricket up north accelerates Slater
Sharing coaching clinics with Test skipper Tim Paine and working alongside household names in Australian cricket has accelerated emerging Colac mentor Dylan Slater’s understanding of the game.
Simpson’s flag hunt doesn’t go to plan
Bec Mitchell had assembled what was shaping up to be a genuine premiership contender in Colac district netball when she took on Simpson’s coaching role at the end of 2019.
Tigers coach open to new finals scenarios
Colac Tigers footy leader Rowan McSparron says the club will remain open about different finals scenarios if a season can be salvaged.
VFLW grand final blow for Moloney’s Cats
Colac footy export Darcy Moloney’s dream of playing in a VFLW grand final in 2021 is over after this year’s decider between Geelong and Collingwood was cancelled.
Blue commits to Colac Tigers
Colac Tigers coach Rowan McSparron wants VFL football to remain a priority for Cooper Stephens after he re-signed with the Tigers this week.
Mayor a hit at croquet club
Mayor Kate Hanson was a hit with Colac croquet players on the weekend.