Football
Lorne backs depth
An already injury-decimated Lorne side is still struggling to field a fully fit side but coach Alex Adams says the club’s depth and “next man up” mentality will hold it in good stead until reinforcements return to the field.
Stephens to make AFL debut
Colac’s Cooper Stephens will make his long-awaited AFL debut against Greater Western Sydney on Saturday.
‘Give Coop a go’ says former Cat
A former Geelong captain says it’s time for the Cats to give Colac’s Cooper Stephens a shot at AFL level.
‘Warra rising star keeps improving
Irrewarra-Beeac football officials say young bull Tyler Flanigan has found another level in 2022 after he hit the lead for the coaches’ Player of the Year Award.
Dolphins coach backs concussion protocols
New Lorne coach Alex Adams is the latest in Colac district football to call for clubs to ensure players have a compulsory week off following concussions.
Another injury setback for star South recruit
The return of prized South Colac recruit Paul Presani has been delayed after he reinjured a troublesome hamstring at training.
Tiger returns as Falcons win thriller
The Geelong Falcons have prevailed in yet another thrilling match against Dandenong Stingrays, 10.12 (72) to 10.8 (68) with Colac locals Will Parkhouse and Tobyn Murray big contributors to helping the Falcons remain undefeated.
Dominant performances from Roo, Bomber
South Colac recruit Brendan Monaghan and Irrewarra-Beeac’s Tyler Flanigan both had perfect 10-vote performances during their team’s wins in round four of Colac district footy.