Articles by Ben Martin
Eagles keep eye out for new footy coach
Selfless Western Eagles coach Craig Hardingham says a search has already begun to find a new senior coach that could help take the Eagles up the ladder next year.
First Cookie Clash raises thousands
Organisers of the inaugural Cookie Clash hope the event will become an annual fixture on the Colac District Football Netball League calendar after raising “up to $3000” for brain cancer support and research.
Grand slam among highlights
A base-clearing grand slam and a player falling just short of a “cycle” were among the highlights during a dominant day with the bat for Colac’s baseballers.
League official resigns
AFL Barwon will meet this week to consider short-term management following the resignation of region manager Bruce Harwood on Monday after just seven months in the role.
Powerhouse bowls club wins Team of the Year honour
Colac Sportsmen’s Club officials say Corangamite bowls powerhouse Colac beat tough opposition to take out the club’s Team of the Year Award for 2021.
Locals in form for state event
The Colac Otway Archers will have plenty of locals in form for next month’s IFAA State Titles following impressive performances on their home turf.
Swans midfielder climbs into third spot
Alvie’s Ben Lynch has climbed into third spot on the Colac Herald’s coaches’ Player of the Year Award following a dominant performance in the Swans’ win over Otway Districts.
Hawks awarded premiership points
Apollo Bay will receive four premiership points for its netball win over South Colac after successfully protesting an incorrect final score to AFL Barwon.