Football
Star duo combines for 19 goals
A decision to rest star onballer Ryan Williams in the forward line has proven a nightmare for Apollo Bay defenders in the clubs’ first twilight game, with he and Dolphins spearhead James Hughes combining for 19 goals.
Garner to debut
The Colac Tigers have named state cricketer Josh Garner to make his senior football debut tomorrow, with four changes for tomorrow’s clash with Grovedale.
Coastal club battling hard amid player shortage
Apollo Bay Football Netball Club president Sally Cannon says the club will do everything it can to avoid forfeiting reserves matches, “even if Tina Clissold and I have to line up at full forward and full back”.
Falcons pair in the mix
Colac Tigers co-coach Rowan McSparron says Geelong Falcons duo Will McLachlan and Tobyn Murray were likely to come into the selection mix for tomorrow’s clash with Grovedale.
Simpson squad nears full strength
Up to seven Simpson footballers are in the mix to return to the Tigers’ line-up in the coming weeks.
Tiger, Saint receive bans for tackles
Footballers from Colac and Birregurra have received two-match bans for dangerous tackles following a busy few days for AFL Barwon’s match review panel, but another star Tiger is free to play.
State cricketer could join brother
Emerging state cricketer Josh Garner could join his older brother Adam in the Colac Tigers’ senior football team this season, Tigers officials say.
Love of footy brings Frazer back
Colac Tigers rising star Frazer O’Gorman, 23, was weighing up his playing future following the latest, and most severe, concussion of his blossoming playing career in 2021. O’Gorman spoke to returned Colac Herald journalist Peter Hanlon about his journey and his decision to return to the field.