Articles by Ben Martin

  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • Loyalty and selflessness crucial as clubs battle salary cap

    A recent Colac district football player survey conducted by the Colac Herald found that 50 per cent of players thought the salary cap was an issue in the CDFNL, while 40 per cent thought there was too much money spent in country footy.

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  • Lorne the best fit for Curnow

    New Lorne coach Ed Curnow has revealed he spoke with both his former clubs before deciding the Dolphins were the best fit for him and his family.

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  • Blues get their man after shock departure

    Winchelsea football officials say they’ve got the perfect man for the job to fill the void of senior coach Christian Shaw following his shock announcement to step down just days before the start of the season.

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