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Calls for caution as officials crack down on tackles
Colac co-coach Darcy Lang believes a quicker whistle from umpires could help eradicate sling tackles, with at least three “dangerous tackles” to be assessed by AFL Barwon’s match review panel this week.
Swans coach says final score flatters team
Alvie coach Joe Dare has heaped praise on Otway Districts following the teams’ battle, saying the Swans’ nine-goal final term flattered his team’s performance.
Young Eagles flying
Western Eagles coach Fiona Penny says the club’s teenagers are proving more than capable at A Grade level after challenging flag favourites Irrewarra-Beeac in another promising performance.
Colac turns the tables on Lions
Colac co-coach Darcy Lang says there was plenty to like as the Tigers turned the tables on the team which knocked them out of last year’s finals campaign.
Recruit bolsters reigning premiers
Colac Tigers recruit Lily Eldridge could strengthen the reigning netball premiers at both ends of the court after playing in defence and attack during her debut in the Geelong league.
Young recruit shines on debut
Teenage Colac recruit Cooper Hayes enjoyed an impressive debut in the Tigers’ win over Leopold.
Tigers stay upbeat despite another loss
Simpson coach Daniel Beard his winless side is staying optimistic despite suffering back-to-back losses to contenders by less than a goal.
Saints can still get better
Birregurra coach Kane Leersen says matching the amount of wins the Saints had in 2022 in the opening three rounds shows the club is headed in the right direction.