Football
Hamstring setback sidelines defender
A hamstring injury is likely to sideline young Colac defender Will Parkhouse until finals, but a champion Tiger appears set to make his long-awaited return tomorrow.
Concussion sidelines new Saint
New Birregurra coach Dave McNeel says he is likely to lead the Saints from the sidelines next year with an ongoing battle with concussion set to put an early end to his playing career.
Hassett good enough for VFLW, coach says
A Grovedale women’s football coach says Colac export Taylah Hassett could easily mix it at VFLW level following her best season yet.
Finals at stake for two clubs
One round remains in the Colac district football home-and-away season, and it’s make or break for two finals hopefuls.
South duo could return
South Colac coach Brad Surkitt says defenders Joel Menzies and Clay Mulgrew are a chance to play tomorrow after they missed last week’s disappointing loss to Irrewarra-Beeac.
Hawks skipper to miss clash
Apollo Bay will be without co-captain Tristan Smith for tomorrow’s final match against Irrewarra-Beeac, after the Hawks leader entered concussion protocols.
Birregurra rapt to reveal coach
Birregurra Football Netball Club officials say they’re excited to announce Dave McNeel as their new coach for the 2025 Colac district league season, while a popular Saint will also take his first step into senior coaching.
Junior Tigers disqualified from finals
The rollercoaster finals series for the Colac Tigers’ under-16 footballers has continued after the team was sensationally disqualified from finals this week.