2011 Match Reviews

Seniors

POWER HOUSE 6.13-49 lost to UHS-VU 11.11-77

In another disappointing game, this one was "the one the got away".

With the game being close all day and while we were in the mix at 3/4 time but we fell away dramatically (again) to eventually lose a very winnable game by 28 points.

Edwards dominated the goalsquare yet again with another 4 goals while newby Lee Johnston proved he was worth his spot at centre half forward with his strong hands and hard leading.

Baker played a fantastic last quarter while Leske again dominated. Moresi was hard and tough and Tubridy was elusive.

Unfortunately, this has been the story of our season with us working hard to get to winning positions but being unable to close out games.

Next week we play in a do or die battle for relegation.

Reserves

POWER HOUSE 7.7-49 lost to UHS-VU 13.13-91

Goal Kickers: M. Wallis 3, M. Devine , S. McAlpine , J. Dixon , M. Somers
Best Players: S. Davidson, B. Counsel, M. Wallis, O. Morris, T. Monte, D. Eastey

A great game and a great time was had by all as every Power House player dominated his opponent and rocked his position with precision play, sublime skills and unbelieveable teamwork.

Little Wally booted 3 while Stuey Davidson and Ben "The Peoples Beard" Lonsdale were unbelievable!

Eastey, White, Morris, Devine, Counsel, McAlpine, Dixon, Somers, Plazzer, Marshall, Plazzer, Selby, Buckley, Todd, Hourn, Cunsolo, Cleary, Somers, Devine, Wallis, Lonsdale and Davidson were all amongst the best.

Can't believe we lost!

Seniors

POWER HOUSE 11.18-84 lost to ALBERT PARK 18.14-122

This game was a must win for both teams as they lined up for The "Lakeside Cup".

Albert Park started the better side kicking away to a handy early lead with a 5 goals to 1 first stanza.

The honors were still with the Falcons as they went into the main break with a well deserved 5 goal lead.

Edwards was still causing headaches for the opposition despite a heavy knock to the head while Burnside was toiling away.

In the third quarter, the boys came out to play and served up a 7 goals to 4 goalfest.

Power House was suddenly back in the game as the lead had been reduced to 10 points at the final break.

With an exciting finish on the cards, the anticipation and expectation during the team huddles was intense.

However, the final quarter fizzled out as Albert Park reasserted themselves and wrested back control in a disappointing result for the boys.

Best for the House were Baker, Burnside, Jake Whelan, Lachie Nevett and Clint Phillips while Edwards dominated again with 5 goals.

Reserves

POWER HOUSE 18.14-122 defeated ALBERT PARK 10.8-68

Goal Kickers: P. Arnold 5, M. Wallis 3, L. Johnston 3, J. Fiorini 2, J. Plazzer 2, J. White 2, W. Elliott
Best Players: N. Moresi, L. Johnston, O. Morris, D. Buckley, P. Arnold, W. Elliott

The Reserves came out firing in the local derby with the team keen to make a statement against the local oppositon.

The first quarter set the standard for the game with 7 goals kicked and a dominant performance around the ground.

The second and third quarters were evenly balanced but Power House blew Albert Park away with a massive last quarter kicking 5 goals to nil.

Veteran Utility Patrick Arnold dominated all day ending with 5 goals and a reminder to the senior selectors that he is far from a spent force.

Boxing superstar Matt Wallis used his exciting pace and silky skills to register 3 goals in his second game back from a high profile boxing career!

Key forward Lee "The Dominator" Johnston held off all challengers and finished with 3 goals of his own while bringing the small players around him into the game.

High flying pacy small forward Jeremy Plazzer put in his third excellent game in a row totally dominating his flank.

Nathan "The Fist" Moresi was his usual dominant self while Olly Morris proved a handful for the opposition.

However, the key to winning the game was the sterling performace of Power Forward Daniel "Don't call me Nathan" Buckley who showed his selfless side becoming provider for his teammates and leading the "assists".

Buckley's no nonsense approach with team lifting tackles, selfless acts of courage and teamwork singlehandedly lifted his team to victory.

Seniors

POWER HOUSE 15.17-107 defeated KEW 9.14-68

In front of a massive home crowd who were celebrating the all conquering 1971 Premiership Team, the Seniors were inspired to a hard fought victory to honour their past heroes.

In a see sawing game, Power House led early then allowed Kew to fight back into the contest to be evenly poised at half time.

The third quarter turned into a struggle as the House pressed forward repeatedly but was denied by a determined Kew.

With the game on the line, Pike urged his players to lift one more time and close the game out. The boys responded with a last quarter effort that kept the opposition goalless while kicking 5 majors and sealing a39 point victory.

Nick Brown was devastatiung again as he continued to put his head over the ball while Leske, Burnside and Chylinski were all good.

Edwards kicked another 6 while Spiliotacopoulos did some damage with 3 of his own.

The team song was sung by a big crowd in the rooms after the game.

Reserves

POWER HOUSE 8.5-53 lost to KEW 16.13-109

Goal Kickers: J. Scotland 2, C. Plazzer , D. Hourn, D Buckley , J. Plazzer , M. Wallis , L. Johnston
Best Players: D Buckley, J. Plazzer, P. Arnold, D. Hourn, J. Cunsolo, M. Wallis

For three quarters this match was close and in the balance. However with a string of key injuries, we simply ran out of players and fell away dramatically in the last quarter.

Veteran decoy forward Jeff Scotland was dominating the front half while resident super star and Gun Power Forward Daniel Buckley controlled the tempo with his gut busting leads and crunching pack marks.

Jeremy Plazzer and Neil Todd played spirited games and caused plenty of angst for the opposition

Key playmaker Hayden Rattray left a big hole in the side when he went off with an injury. Lightweight boxing champion Matt Wallis made his long awaited return putting in a solid performance

Seniors

POWER HOUSE 9.6-60 lost to YARRA VALLEY 19.15-129

A poor day by the House who started brightly with Edwards in form in front of the big sticks. As the game wore on, the opposition pulled away with some better ball use and finishing.

Saraw injured his knee and will miss the rest of the season

Edwards and Phillips were among the goals while Brown continued his great form and Baker and Leske were great for the House.

Reserves

POWER HOUSE 3.5-23 lost to YARRA VALLEY 12.13-85

Goal Kickers: D. Buckley 2, A. Foster
Best Players: N. Moresi, T. Monte, M. Treeby, S. Davidson, B. Lonsdale, M. Devine

In the absence of decoy forward Jeff Scotland, the Reserves had to rely heavily on Power Forward Daniel Buckley for their avenue to goal.

Moresi dominated as did Tim "Python" Monty.

Otherwise a disappointing day with the team severely depleted by injuries and unavailabilities

Seniors

POWER HOUSE 13.12-90 lost to IVANHOE 14.10-94

Goal Kickers: P. Edwards 6, M. Spiliotalopoulos 2, N. Brown 2, D. Baker , G. Tubridy , R. Webb

Best Players: D. Burnside, N. Brown, P. Edwards, B. Leske, M. Spiliotalopoulos, B. Counsel

A close game against a tough opposition. We led very well early and held a handy quarter time break however a fightback from Ivanhoe had the game in the balance at the half.

Edwards was on fire as was Phillips. We lost Spiliotacopoulos to a knockout in the third term and had Whelan off with a broken nose.

The game went down to the wire as we conceded two last minute goals to lose by 4 points.

Burnside, Baker and Nick Brown were the best for the House

Reserves

POWER HOUSE 7.8-50 lost to IVANHOE 15 .10-100

A disappointing result for the Reserves falling away in the last quarter to lose by 50 points.

Best for the House were Rob Somers, Ben Lonsdale and John Brennan while Lee Johnston booted 3.