Articles by Ben Martin
Milestone for ‘true clubman’
The Colac Tigers see Nick Simpkin as a “true clubman” as he prepares for his 250th reserves game tomorrow.
Coach doesn’t begrudge travelling footballers
Colac Tigers co-coach Rowan McSparron says he doesn’t begrudge his players for jetting off overseas mid-season.
Coach hopes tough run will unite playing group
Apollo Bay coach Tyson Holt hopes his players going through half a season without a win could form a bond that springboards the Hawks to future success.
Bomber cops one-week ban
Irrewarra-Beeac’s Kaidan Flanigan will miss tomorrow’s clash with the Western Eagles after he accepted a one-week ban for a dangerous tackle.
Young Tiger named Sports Star of the Month
The Colac Sportsmen’s Club has awarded young Colac footballer Ben Rongdit as its Sports Star of the Month.
Perfect performances from trio
A Swan, a Roo and a Dolphin all scored the perfect six coaches’ votes in Colac district netball’s round 12 matches.
Tiger stands out at nationals
Vic Country coach David Loader says Colac’s Ben Rongdit has done his chances of All Australian selection no harm following a stand-out performance at the under-16 national championships.
New Pombo skipper has big shoes to fill
Pomborneit cricket officials say they’re rapt to have Matthew Bignell return to the club as captain for the 2023-24 season, replacing one of the most successful captains in club history Grant Place.