Cricket
New captain creates history
Simpson cricketer Shae De Francesco says she’s never shied away from going against the norm as she becomes the first ever woman to captain a Colac District Cricket Association men’s team this season.
CDCA locks in fourth division
The Colac District Cricket Association has confirmed it will launch a new four-team Division Four competition next month, with South West club Pomborneit set to take part.
Birregurra confident of ending finals drought
Birregurra skipper Liam Hammond says the Saints are optimistic they can play finals this summer for the first time since 2017-18, after the team’s form in the back end of last season.
Alvie backs depth to cover key outs
Alvie cricket captain Jarrod Groves says the Swans are backing their young brigade to help cover the loss of two premiership players this summer.
Redbacks backing next generation to step up
Irrewarra captain Bryce McDonald is hopeful the Redbacks’ next generation of talented cricketers can help the club return to finals this season.
Finals loss to motivate Swans
Alvie is using the disappointment of last season’s grand final loss to motivate the Swans to return to the top once again this season.
Stallions still around the mark
Colac cricket captain Sam Mulgrew believes the Stallions’ premiership window is still well and truly open after three seasons of being around the mark.
New City United leader to play big role in team’s chances
New City United co-captain Rani Jamieson could hold the key to the Knights’ success this season, says joint skipper Shane Currie.