Articles by Ben Martin
Royals support recruit’s AFL aspirations
East Perth Football Club officials say the club won’t stand in the way of a potential AFL return for new recruit Cooper Stephens if another opportunity arises.
Archer earns the title of state champion
Colac youngster Cooper O’Gorman has continued his rapid rise in archery, earning the title of state champion for the second time this year.
ON THIS DAY: Breakthrough hat-trick for Irrewarra stalwart
After 38 years and countless overs, Irrewarra stalwart Jeff Cole recorded his first hat-trick.
Drop in players hurts Stoneyford
Eleven teams will contest Colac district’s women’s cricket competition again this season after a lack of numbers forced Stoneyford to pull the pin.
Off-season recruiting has Simpson optimistic
A solid recruiting campaign and a new co-captain could see Simpson’s women’s cricket team climb the ladder in its second season, with eight new faces on board.
Young Stallion lends a hand with women’s team
Colac Cricket Club rising star Fraser Holt is chipping in to help the club’s up-and-coming female cricketers reach new heights this season.
Former AFL export signs with WAFL contender
Former Colac footballer Cooper Stephens is set to head interstate to join a WAFL premiership contender after being delisted by Hawthorn last month.
First-gamer hits winning shot
A 14-year-old Colac basketballer had a Country Basketball League debut to remember when she scored a buzzer-beating shot to deliver her team a thrilling victory over the reigning premiers.