Football
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.
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.
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.
Kids the focus for Bomber
Outgoing Cobden coach Dan Casey says an eagerness to get behind his kids’ sporting endeavours was behind his decision to step down from the Bombers’ top job.
Otway Districts debutants impressing
Otway Districts are experiencing an exciting influx of young talent, with Tein Britton and Marcus Stosic the newest youngsters to make their senior football debut in recent weeks.