Articles by Ben Martin
Coach says stepping down was best for all
Outgoing Otway Districts coach Alan Alford said it was the best move for all involved for him to step down midway through the season.
Recruit left with swelling on brain after knock
Otway Districts recruit Bailey St John says he was left with no memory for almost 24 hours following a serious head knock which resulted in swelling on the brain.
Soccer club’s ground to be resurfaced
The Colac Otway Rovers are hopeful work will begin to resurface the Beeac Recreation Reserve as early as next month to ensure the club won’t be left homeless again.
Fernando named coach in his return season
Pomborneit cricket officials say the club’s new coach will take the Bulls training to “the level it needs to be” following a runner-up finish in the South West Cricket Association last season.
Baseball games moved to Ballarat
An opportunity to draw a big crowd as the only sports game in Colac this weekend has been lost as Geelong baseball officials shifted the Colac Braves’ home games on Saturday to Ballarat.
Maximum votes for Roos defender
South Colac’s Brittany Monaghan scored polled maximum SportsPower Colac coaches’ MVP votes for the first time this season in the Roos’ thrilling win over Alvie.
Demons appoint interim co-coaches as Alford steps down
Otway Districts believe they’ve found the right duo to take over as interim co-coaches following coach Alan Alford’s shock decision to step down from the role this week, effective immediately.
Swans happy for McCartin to continue even after he returns to Victoria
Sydney Swans VFL officials say a spot is available for Lorne’s Charlie McCartin for the rest of the season even when he returns to Victoria.