Sport
Months of fighting takes toll on CDFNL board
Colac District Football Netball League chairman Peter Hickey broke down when speaking of his disappointment of this year’s lost finals series, saying the past months had “spent” him.
CDFNL to consider changes
An earlier start to the season, more byes and a shorter home-and-away season are all being considered to better handle COVID interruptions in the Colac District Football Netball League next year.
Walsh wows footy world at Brownlow
Cobden footy product Sam Walsh almost certainly trumped his dad and two-time Colac district cricket league best-and-fairest winner Wayne when he bolted into Brownlow Medal contention.
Alvie leader unsure about recognising top sides
“It’s not the same, that’s for sure.”
Alvie co-coach Morgan Eldridge says she is unsure about how her netballers would feel about earning recognition for their efforts in 2021 during a season with no finals.
Cricket targets November start date
Colac district cricket chairman Steve Millar says he expects the association to target November 6 as a start date for the 2021-22 season.
Colac coach feels for ageing players
Colac Tigers coach Rowan McSparron says he feels for the players coming to the end of their careers after having another shot at a flag snatched away.
Harry’s incredible ride through life
The Colac district farewelled one its sporting treasures this month when Harry Salmon died. His daughter Evelyn Allan penned this tribute about her dad, who was a champion cyclist, talented footballer and a dominant performer on the bowling green later in life. Harry was also a father to six children, 19 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren and even one great-great grandchild, living life to the fullest during his 96 years.
New Colac golf leader eager to grow game
Former professional Nick Welsh says capitalising on a golfing boom in Colac by making the sport more accessible was high on the agenda after taking on the club’s presidency.