Articles by Ben Martin
Kookas advance to grand final
Colac Kookas coach Keith Harrison says he is happy to be labelled underdogs heading into this weekend’s Country Basketball League grand final against powerhouse Mount Gambier.
Young Kooka’s second chance
Colac basketballer Darcy Howard will get a second chance to play in Country Basketball League finals two years after a knee injury cost him his first opportunity.
Demon ready for opener following injury setback
Colac district AFL Women’s export Shelley Scott has declared herself fit for this weekend’s season opener after recovering from a serious knee injury.
Co-captain leads Saints in batting masterclass
A career-first century from Birregurra co-captain Jack Melican headlined a batting masterclass from the Saints in their clash with Apollo Bay.
Imps to field two more teams
Colac Imperials have begun plans to field a senior women’s football side in 2018 following the success of the club’s junior girls’ teams last year.
Eagles re-sign youngsters and add midfielders
The Western Eagles have strengthened their midfield brigade with the addition of three Geelong-based recruits.
First-gamer’s century sinks ladder-leaders
Three wickets and a ton from Stoneyford first-gamer Farooq Qureshi have thrust the international recruit into the spotlight following the Maroon Caps’ win against ladder-leader Irrewarra.
New Blue excited to start
Colac AFL export Darcy Lang says he is excited about the opportunity to join stars like Marc Murphy and Patrick Cripps in Carlton’s midfield group next year.