Articles by Ben Martin
Perfect scores for Dolphin, Bomber
An emerging Dolphin and Irrewarra-Beeac recruit received the perfect 10 coaches votes from round one matches on the weekend.
Local netballer claims national championship
A state netball coach says Colac netballer Billy Mahoney’s commitment to the program played a major part in the team’s national title.
In-form Falcon leading the league
Kicking 11 goals in the past two weeks has thrust Colac footballer Will McLachlan to the top of the Coates Talent League goalkicking leaderboard after three rounds.
New-look Apollo Bay almost causes major upset
New South Colac coach Brad Surkitt has heaped praise on an impressive Apollo Bay line-up after the Hawks almost claimed one of the biggest upsets in recent Colac district football history.
Former coach returns to the field with Lorne
Champion Colac footballer Al Adams made a surprise return to the field in the Dolphins’ opening-round victory against the Western Eagles.
Sisters debut with Eagles
Western Eagles netball officials say it was exciting to see Compton sisters Paige and Mia debut in an important win for the club.
Future stars on display at Bay
The future of Colac district netball was on full display during South Colac’s win over Apollo Bay on Saturday, led by a 49-goal effort from teenager Sienna Milverton.
Dolphins fear for the future as junior numbers drop
Lorne junior football officials say they have serious concerns for the future of the club’s junior program, facing the possibility of forfeiting every game this season.