First of all I would like to congratulate the club on putting on such a fantastic night. For anyone contemplating going next year it is well and truly a worthwhile event to attend. Definitely worth the $130 a ticket. Thanks must go to those who were on table 59, as they made the night even better.
So heres the wrap up as promised…
The meal: Entrée was superb – prawns served on some salad thingy, was good all the same. Main Meal one was either given steak or chicken. Thanks must go to blackdiamond for swapping his steak for my chicken. The consensus at our table was that both dishes could have done without the generous sprinkle of corn over the top. I must make special mention of the sun-dried tomatoes served with both dishes, as they were absolutely divine. Dessert was a coffee mousse served in a chocolate cup accompanied by a rich chocolate sauce.
The beverages: Lets just say that my glass was never empty. As far as I can recollect I had more than 2 alcoholic beverages Shane and I was still walking upright by the end of the evening. I actually lost count with regards to how much I drank, but it must have been a bit, as I am still quite hung over this afternoon.
The Entertainment: Provided by the flaming sambucas was IMO reasonably good. But I will leave the others who attended to comment on this.
The speeches: Greg Boulton – fair summation of the season. The club has a positive outlook for the 2006 season.
Mark Williams – Thanked the sponsors, particularly the major sponsors. Almost apologised to Allan Scott for the comments he made after last years GF. Paid a wonderful tribute to the three retiring players, particularly Matty and thanked them for their wonderful contribution to the club over the past 9 years.
Phil Walsh – pretty sure he had had a few drinks before he went up on stage.
Roger James – Pretty sure he shed a tear whilst up on stage. True champion and will be missed. Hope he will remain at the club in some capacity next year.
Matthew Primus - Standing ovation given. Plenty of highlights of a wonderful career shown on the big screen. Hopefully will be an assistant or ruck coach at the club some time in the not too distant future.
Poults – Will forever be remembered for kicking the winning goal after the siren against the Swans. Looking forward to seeing Poults play on with the Maggies next season.
The Awards
Pearce definitely deserved to win the best first year player. His acceptance speech was excellent, as he spoke clearly and thoughtfully. IMO he is an excellent addition to Port’s list
Michael Wilson: Champion player. Good to see him win the Fos Williams Medal. Lets hope that he regains his 2004 form next season.
Most improved: Domenic Cassisi Thought that Troy Chaplin may have taken out this award, however Cassisi is still a deserved winner
Best finals player - Chad Cornes
Best team man - Darryl Wakelin
John Cahill Medal: Happy to see Tredders win after all the rubbish he has copped form the media this season, however I think that Kane should have won it. Kane was however gracious in defeat, even though he was visibly shattered. Only real concern in Tredders acceptance speech was his high praise for Freddie
Worst Dressed Player by a country mile would have to be Jacob Surjan. His shirt and tie were an awful combination.
As for the girls – many great frocks on display – no real standouts.
AWOL: Pickett was nowhere in sight. Apparently the club has been unable to contact him for 4 days
Pictures will be forthcoming at a later date.
So heres the wrap up as promised…
The meal: Entrée was superb – prawns served on some salad thingy, was good all the same. Main Meal one was either given steak or chicken. Thanks must go to blackdiamond for swapping his steak for my chicken. The consensus at our table was that both dishes could have done without the generous sprinkle of corn over the top. I must make special mention of the sun-dried tomatoes served with both dishes, as they were absolutely divine. Dessert was a coffee mousse served in a chocolate cup accompanied by a rich chocolate sauce.
The beverages: Lets just say that my glass was never empty. As far as I can recollect I had more than 2 alcoholic beverages Shane and I was still walking upright by the end of the evening. I actually lost count with regards to how much I drank, but it must have been a bit, as I am still quite hung over this afternoon.
The Entertainment: Provided by the flaming sambucas was IMO reasonably good. But I will leave the others who attended to comment on this.
The speeches: Greg Boulton – fair summation of the season. The club has a positive outlook for the 2006 season.
Mark Williams – Thanked the sponsors, particularly the major sponsors. Almost apologised to Allan Scott for the comments he made after last years GF. Paid a wonderful tribute to the three retiring players, particularly Matty and thanked them for their wonderful contribution to the club over the past 9 years.
Phil Walsh – pretty sure he had had a few drinks before he went up on stage.
Roger James – Pretty sure he shed a tear whilst up on stage. True champion and will be missed. Hope he will remain at the club in some capacity next year.
Matthew Primus - Standing ovation given. Plenty of highlights of a wonderful career shown on the big screen. Hopefully will be an assistant or ruck coach at the club some time in the not too distant future.
Poults – Will forever be remembered for kicking the winning goal after the siren against the Swans. Looking forward to seeing Poults play on with the Maggies next season.
The Awards
Pearce definitely deserved to win the best first year player. His acceptance speech was excellent, as he spoke clearly and thoughtfully. IMO he is an excellent addition to Port’s list
Michael Wilson: Champion player. Good to see him win the Fos Williams Medal. Lets hope that he regains his 2004 form next season.
Most improved: Domenic Cassisi Thought that Troy Chaplin may have taken out this award, however Cassisi is still a deserved winner
Best finals player - Chad Cornes
Best team man - Darryl Wakelin
John Cahill Medal: Happy to see Tredders win after all the rubbish he has copped form the media this season, however I think that Kane should have won it. Kane was however gracious in defeat, even though he was visibly shattered. Only real concern in Tredders acceptance speech was his high praise for Freddie
Worst Dressed Player by a country mile would have to be Jacob Surjan. His shirt and tie were an awful combination.
As for the girls – many great frocks on display – no real standouts.
AWOL: Pickett was nowhere in sight. Apparently the club has been unable to contact him for 4 days
Pictures will be forthcoming at a later date.
