Articles by Ben Martin
End of an era for Hollmer
Champion Lorne footballer Jack Hollmer says his playing career is all but over as he prepares to coach his final game tomorrow.
Former Cat encourages others to reach out
A former Colac Imperials footballer who has battled mental health issues for three-and-a-half years has encouraged people to seek help if they were struggling with recent lockdowns.
New-look side deserved to play finals, coach says
Colac Imperials women’s football coach Tim Hassett says a finals berth has been a good reward for the players who helped keep the team afloat this season.
Helmet saves Tiger’s career
Simpson milestone man Jamie Barry has revealed a horror run of concussions almost ended his career before he even arrived at Tigerland.
Young Eagle finally gets his chance
Western Eagles teenager Angus Connoley hopes to finally make his senior debut tomorrow after COVID lockdowns put the milestone on hold three times already.
VFL duo to qualify for Tigers’ finals campaign
The ongoing Melbourne lockdown has provided a major boost for the Colac Tigers’ premiership aspirations, giving VFL duo Darcy Lang and Cooper Stephens a chance to qualify for GFL finals.
Coach laments missed opportunity
Outgoing Lorne coach Jack Hollmer says the team’s shock loss to Colac Imperials ultimately cost his team a crack at a third-straight premiership this season.
Sport worth a Gamble at games
One of Colac’s top ten-pin bowlers Jackson Gamble believes it’s time the sport was part of the Olympics.