Articles by Ben Martin
Local Falcons play major role in grand final berth
Geelong Falcons officials say the club’s Colac district contingent has played a major role in helping the Falcons reach this weekend’s NAB League Girls grand final.
Grand final Bomber is back
Irrewarra-Beeac grand final footballer Tom Miller will make a return to the Bombers this season, but club officials say he is unlikely to feature in the senior ranks.
Cat’s return lasts only one game
The return of Colac Imperials footballer Damon Finn has been shortlived with the young Cat sidelined indefinitely.
Defender to miss top-of-the-table clash
South Colac could be without gun defender Mitch Perkins for its top-of-the-table clash with Alvie.
Simpkin in, veterans a chance
Colac defender Lachie Simpkin will return for Saturday’s clash with Newtown and Chilwell, while two veteran Tigers face fitness tests tonight.
Imps in third division
AFL Barwon will have three divisions for its senior women’s football competition for the first time, with the Colac Imperials to play in Division Three.
Cyclist crams in training for epic ride
Colac cyclist Mathew Simmonds crammed six months’ worth of training into 10 weeks before notching up his first ride in the iconic Melbourne to Warrnambool Classic.
Coach calls for senior representative footy
Colac Imperials coach Paul Liistro says the Colac district’s talented young players could be missing out on opportunities with no senior representative football.