Football

  • New Bomber ready for life at Essendon

    A PHONE call from Essendon captain Jobe Watson marked a new stage in the life of Bombers draftee Jackson Merrett.

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  • Future looks bright for Swans

    OTHER football clubs hunt for a big-name recruit to help chase victory, but Alvie hopes to cash in on its home-grown talent.

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  • Switch from footy to bowls pays off

    A SWITCH from football to bowls wasn’t always on the radar for Apollo Bay bowler Ian Varcoe.

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  • Coach rates district’s Falcons for AFL draft

    FORMER Geelong Falcons coach Aaron Greaves said he would be happy to coach Colac district’s draft prospects at AFL club Melbourne in 2012.

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  • Easter footy still possible at Lorne

    LORNE Football Club only needs a willing opponent to stage a home match at the coastal hamlet during Easter.

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  • Familiar face for Alvie as stalwart goes again

    ALVIE Football Club cast a wide net hunting for a new playing coach, but found the right man for the job in its own backyard.

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  • Juniors to play more football

    A 10-TO-ONE vote has ensured Colac District Football League will extend its junior age bracket to raise junior numbers.

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  • Young Rooster has what it takes in footy

    NORTH BALLARAT football officials say Colac district’sDean Towers has what it takes to earn a consistent spot on their senior list.

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