by Nicholas Duck
One of the worst kept secrets in local footy was confirmed tonight as Warragul officially announced former Hawthorn champion Gary Ayres as their new senior coach.
Speculation has been rife surrounding Ayres returning to coach at his home town after 2025 coach Jed Lamb informed Warragul he was stepping down from the role earlier this year.

Ayres was even spotted watching the Gulls' seniors during their elimin