Articles by Ben Martin
Garner’s rapid rise led to early call-up
Colac Tigers officials say emerging footballer Josh Garner’s quicker-than-expected rise led to his shock call-up for the Tigers’ win against Grovedale on Saturday.
Surprise recruit boosts Hawks
The surprise inclusion of a former Colac and Cobden young gun has helped Apollo Bay upstage Lorne for its first win of the season.
In-form Tigers duo lifts team
In-form Colac footballers Zach Zdybel and Bailey Scott helped the Tigers snatch back momentum following an early scare against Grovedale.
Star duo combines for 19 goals
A decision to rest star onballer Ryan Williams in the forward line has proven a nightmare for Apollo Bay defenders in the clubs’ first twilight game, with he and Dolphins spearhead James Hughes combining for 19 goals.
Garner to debut
The Colac Tigers have named state cricketer Josh Garner to make his senior football debut tomorrow, with four changes for tomorrow’s clash with Grovedale.
Hawks honour club icon
Apollo Bay champion Kath Speirs could be on track for Colac district netball life membership in coming seasons after notching up a major milestone with the Bay this year.
Coastal club battling hard amid player shortage
Apollo Bay Football Netball Club president Sally Cannon says the club will do everything it can to avoid forfeiting reserves matches, “even if Tina Clissold and I have to line up at full forward and full back”.
Ocean road and Otways gear up for riding event
Thousands of cyclists will be travelling through the Otways district tomorrow as part of the Great Ocean and Otway Classic Ride across the Great Ocean Road and through the Otways and Surf Coast.