Football
Medallist feared he might miss decider
Best-on-ground medallist Sam Torpy concedes he had fears he may not squeeze his way back into Lorne’s team for finals.
Bragging rights for star recruit
Star Lorne recruit Charlie McCartin claimed bragging rights as the only senior premiership player in his family on the weekend, a title he may not hold for much longer.
Football return wasn’t on ex-coach’s radar
Former Lorne coach Al Adams never expected to return to the field let alone play in another premiership.
Family tradition rolls on
He’s got a long way to go to catch up to his dad in terms of premierships, but Lorne’s Richard White is on his way.
Coach backs delisted Hawk, while Cat not offered contract
A Hawthorn assistant coach believes Colac’s Cooper Stephens still has plenty to give at AFL level despite being delisted by the Hawks.
Blues star rapt to see brother prevail
AFL superstar Charlie Curnow says he thought older brother Ed was the happiest he’d been throughout his football career after landing the Lorne Football Netball Club a premiership on the weekend.
Four changes but Alvie still too good
Not even four forced changes and coming up against the minor premiers could stop Alvie from winning this year’s reserves premiership.
Comeback stuns Saints coach
Even Birregurra co-coach Ethan Floyd says he had his doubts the Saints could come back and win when they trailed by three goals heading into the final quarter of Saturday’s under-18 grand final.