Football
Shock call-up for recruit
Alvie young gun Rani Jamieson says he didn’t expect to play senior football after joining the club mid-season, let alone play off for a grand final.
Swingman plays key role in rise
Emerging Colac Imperials swingman Sam Lucas says going through the hard yards early in his senior career has made the Imps’ rise to finals even sweeter.
Tigers to take the long road
A final-round loss might have cost Colac’s reserves their finals double chance, but coach Lochie Veale says his players thrive when their backs are against the wall.
Swans’ development leads to rise
Alvie under-14.5 coach Reegan Monaghan has credited player development for the Swans’ rapid rise this year.
South to appeal to AFL Victoria
South Colac officials have confirmed they have lodged an appeal to AFL Victoria to have Todd Baudinette’s two-week ban overturned.
Liistro locked in
Colac Imperials have extended senior coach Paul Liistro’s contract for a fourth season in 2023 following back-to-back top-five finishes.
Cat cleared of break but still could miss
X-rays have cleared Colac Imperials star Campbell Scott of any breaks in his injured ankle, but the Imps remain unsure if he’ll suit up for this weekend’s first semi-final against Irrewarra-Beeac.
Praise for ‘Warra coach
Would you avoid doing a COVID test if it could rule you out of a football final?