Sport
Second Aussie call-up for baseballer
Teenage Colac baseballer Tylah Laurie will get a chance to train with a minor league baseball club when he makes his return to the US next week.
Son part of umpire’s major milestone
Colac district umpiring games record holder Russell Adams says having his son coaching senior footy has been a special way to bow out of the caper ahead of his last big milestone.
TEAM FIRST: Saints not focused on stopping Alvie forward’s impending ton
Birregurra coach Kane Leersen knows all eyes will be on Alvie’s star forward Dom Dare as he edges closer to the 100-goal milestone tomorrow, but said the Saints would remain focused on their game plan.
Tiger to play game 200
Simpson footballers have extra motivation to win against Western Eagles tomorrow, as their respected captain Darcy Leishman gears up to play his 200th senior game for the club.
Injured footballer remains sidelined
New Colac Imperials swingman Noah Allen has failed to come up for tomorrow’s clash with Apollo Bay, while the club has confirmed another Cat is set for a lengthy stint on the sidelines.
Forward comes straight back in
Star Colac forward Adam Garner is likely to slot straight back in for tomorrow’s clash with Grovedale on his return from an overseas trip, while the ruck battle could be worth the price of admission alone.
Hawk debutant’s connection to Melbourne champion
The only great-grandson of champion Melbourne footballer Fred Fanning made his senior debut for Apollo Bay on the weekend, around 70 years after the Demons premiership player suited up for the Hawks.
Demon cops one-match ban
Otway Districts mid-season recruit Kayden Hunt will miss tomorrow’s clash with South Colac after accepting a one-match ban for striking.