Articles by Ben Martin
Leaders always backed squad
Alvie president Zac Parker says he and skipper Jarrod Groves were always confident the Swans had a side capable of winning a flag, they just had to get the group to believe.
Fourth flag could be Swan’s most satisfying yet
Four-time Alvie premiership player Liam McGuane says his eighth grand final could have been the most satisfying yet.
Bowler finds another level in finals
Alvie officials have heaped praise on young Swan Reegan Monaghan for the way he responded from being dropped mid-season to becoming a finals hero.
Perfect blend proves the key
Bookaar premiership co-captain Tracey Baker says the club’s blend of youth and experience has paved the way for its historic three-peat in CDCA Women’s cricket.
Pelican enters history books
A tap on the shoulder while watching a game of junior cricket has led Bookaar’s Piper Stephens to become one of Colac district cricket’s youngest ever senior premiership players.
Three decades between flags for Bookaar star
About 30 years separate Bookaar cricketer Pru Luker’s first and most recent cricket premiership.
Medal winner vows Pomborneit will be back
CDCA Women’s grand final MVP Jess Moulden is confident Pomborneit will be back for another crack next summer despite the heartbreak of a third-straight grand final loss.
Quick turnaround for World Cup gold medallist
Colac Gun Club’s Penny Smith will have a quick turnaround in Australia before jetting off again following her latest World Cup gold medal.