Articles by Ben Martin
Herald revamps coaches’ MVP award
The Colac Herald has revamped its football coaches’ MVP award for 2022, with Colac Imperials young gun Campbell Scott sitting on top after the opening two rounds.
Youngsters to represent region
Nine footballers from the Colac district are gearing up to represent the Barwon region at this week’s V-Line Cup.
Head injury left coach feeling ill
Alvie tall Eamon Spence wound up in hospital following a sickening injury in the Swans’ thrilling win against South Colac.
Imps continue run of narrow victories
The Colac Imperials have continued their incredible run in close games under coach Paul Liistro after coming from behind to beat Birregurra in a thriller.
St Mary’s too good
Colac co-coach Rowan McSparron says St Mary’s outplayed the Tigers “in every facet of the game” during Saturday night’s 54-point drubbing.
Impressive debut for VFL footballer
A VFL debut from Colac young gun Liam McCarthy was a positive note on a tough weekend for the Tigers.
Undermanned Lorne too good
New Lorne coach Alex Adams says a win over Irrewarra-Beeac without a host of key personnel was a massive confidence boost ahead of this weekend’s Easter clash with Alvie.
Post-siren miss lands Alvie a thrilling win
A shot on goal after the siren that hit the post has landed Alvie an incredible win against South Colac in a battle between Colac district football’s flag favourites.