Articles by Ben Martin
‘Disappointing’ end for Alvie
Alvie coach Joe Dare says the wrong attitude might have proven costly as the Swans’ promising season ended a week early.
Cobden athlete named flag bearer for Australia
Australian officials have named Cobden export and popular local football commentator Drew Semmens as flag bearer ahead of this week’s Virtus Oceania Asia Games in Brisbane.
Young gun thriving as captain
Colac Kookas officials say rising star Isaac Moran is thriving in his role as the Kookas’ new captain this season.
Felekos returns to Alvie
One of the Colac Tigers’ best ever footballers Dean Felekos is set to return to his junior club alongside good mate Pat Seal in 2023.
Melville picked in state squad
State selectors have named Colac export Henry Melville to represent Vic Country as a bottom-ager at the upcoming Cricket Australia Under-19 National Championships.
Fourth week of cricket called off
The Colac District Cricket Association has made the early decision to abandon this weekend’s matches, as rain continues to wreak havoc on the season.
Former Bombers tall returns as a coach
A key-position swingman will join the Irrewarra-Beeac coaching panel in 2023, as the Bombers confirm 11 grand final players have already re-signed.
Talent scout backs Cat’s move to Hawthorn
A former AFL talent scout has backed Cooper Stephens’ move to Hawthorn to seek more midfield opportunities.