PFC Newsletter 20, September 1, 2023
Newsletter 20 - September 1, 2023
TWO BLUES PRIMED FOR FINALS RETURN


SEPTEMBER in Melbourne means finals time and so we journey to Garvey Oval, Bundoora, for Sunday’s knockout first semi-final v UHS-VU at 2.30 pm.
 
The Two Blues have won both home and away encounters, but while the form card may read well it counts for nought in the hurly burly of a finals encounter.
 
Embarking on a finals campaign for the first time since 2017 the Two Blues are in a rich vein of form logging nine consecutive wins.
 
Statistics can be construed in all manner of ways but consider this compelling form line - in the streak of nine wins, the second half scores totals are Prahran 79-44, to opposition 26-26 for a percentage of 284.
 
Granted that excludes the two defeats by ladder leader Glen Eira earlier in the season but it does include wins over fellow finalists Oakleigh and UHS-VU.
 
Finals are typically tight early, so the strong second halves should give players belief on Sunday especially as we welcome back co captains James Musster and Rory Brodie.
 
Supporters please note admittance to Garvey Oval will be $17 for adults and $12 for concession card holders with payment by credit card only at the gate on match day or pre paid on the VAFA website.
 
The club received 35 passes from the VAFA which have been allocated to players, match day staff and some officials.
 
The Glen Eira v Oakleigh second semi-final will be played on Saturday at 2.15 pm at Trevor Barker Oval.
ROUND 18 RESULTS


PRAHRAN 6-9 8-11 15-12 15-16 (106)
IVANHOE 0-1 5-4 6-4 9-7 (61)

Goal Kickers: J. Simonetta (5), B. Adams (3), E. Espinosa, J. Stent-Powell, M. Clifford, D. Campbell, T. Seaman, B. Galbraith, N. Martin

Best Players: J. Stent-Powell, Z. Podmore, S. Chapman, J. Simonetta, J. Williams, M. Mayne


Alex Maxwell.


Coach Brett Dickinson.


Dan Campbell.


Jake Stent-Powell.


Matt Clifford.

Riley Hogan. 


Zach Podmore, Tom Bowes and Beau Adams.


Finals here we come!

Photos by Trev Evans. 
ROUND 18 RESULTS - RESERVES

UNTIL proven otherwise the scoreline of 43-22 could be a club record for Prahran/Southbank.

Undermanned Ivanhoe had as few as 15 players on the field as the Two Blues chased a mammoth percentage booster which fell 12 per cent short so was all in vain leaving the Reserves in fifth place.

PRAHRAN 10-1 20-5 30-16 43-22 (280)
IVANHOE 1-1 1-2 1-2 1-2 (8)

Goals: J. Matherson (10), P. Pavlou (8), N. Kellock (7), A. Perez (4), D. Marrows (3), O. Burke (2), V. Brigante (2), M. Woods (2), P. Rhodes (2), D. Walter, M. Grogan, D. Hughes Churchett

Best: A. Perez, P. Pavlou, P. Rhodes, O. Burke, J. Panagiotaros, J. Matherson


Ben Livermore.


Gus Perez.


Joel Matherson.


Peter Pavlou.


Taz Spinks.


The Score!

Photos by Trev Evans. 
SENIORS
OSBORNE ROOFTOP AND BAR: Jake Stent-Powell
HAGEN’S MEATS: Zac Podmore
STATE BANK PAST PLAYERS: Shaun Chapman
 
RESERVES
TRICKY WICKET DINING: John Panagiotaros
TOSCANOS QUALITY FRUITERERS HAWKSBURN: Gerreffa Gianluca
GRILL'D WINDSOR: Simon Nolan

PRESIDENT'S AWARD: David Ross
MEMBERS $100 DRAW: Paul Taylor

 

UNDER 18 BOYS

GRAND final berths await Prahran boys and girls Under 18 teams.
The boys won through after a resounding first final win v East Sandringham.
 
At half-time the Two Blues held a 33 lead but the margin was narrowed to 18 points at three quarter-time before running out winners by 51 points.

PRAHRAN 5-3 6-9 7-12 11-17 (83)

EAST SANDRINGAHM 2-0 2-0 5-0 5-2 (32)

UNDER 18 GIRLS

Despite starting the season strongly with ten consecutive wins; PJFC girls looked out of form after dropping 4 of the last 5 games in the run home.Holding onto second spot meant that a double chance final against the dominant Beaumaris was a great opportunity, but a tall order.Welcoming many players back from injury, it felt like PJFC had a strong bench for the first time since the school holidays. The theme of the day was: focus on the “how” we like to play, not the “what” might happen next.After a strong warm up, the two blues came out firing - taking control on the ground, on the scoreboard and of the mental game in the first quarter.The game heated up pretty quickly, Beaumaris clearly frustrated that their dominant season wasn't going to translate into this first final. The third quarter saw only a solitary point scored, whilst umpire sanctions and injury breaks were unfortunately the order of the quarter.At 3/4 time the coach pulled the girls in and said only focus can win this game. This generated an energy which saw Prahran kick away in the last and cement a commanding win against ladder leaders Beaumaris, who remained goalless for the match.Prahran have a week off before facing the winner of the Sharks and the Knights on Sept 10 in the U18 Div 1 GFGoals: Williams (2), Faulks, I.Coventry
Best: Williams, C.Coventry, Wallace, Hayman, Miller

PRAHRAN 1-1 2-4 2-4 4-5 (29)
BEAUMARIS 0-4 0-4 0-4 0-5 (5)Prahran Junior Football Club
RAFFLE WINNERS

THANK you to all who supported our Major Fundraiser at the Osborne Rooftop last Sunday week and especially to our players and Vice President, Trevor Evans, who devoted many hours to make the function a success.

Winners were:
1st $2500 - Ticket 18, Phil Syphers
2nd $300 - Ticket 67 Megan Dickinson
3rd $200 - Ticket 35 Tom Bowes
4th $100 Voucher - Ticket 16 Ross MacArthur
5th $100 Voucher - Ticket 102 Tracey Matherson
Hisense TV - Ticket 128 Wayne Mayne
KNOW YOUR SPONSORS

WITH finals starting this weekend it is timely to thank the individuals and businesses who have kindly sponsored a PFC player in 2023.

Player subscriptions are a unique aspect of amateur football clubs and assist considerably in costs associated with fielding teams each week.
 
Rory Brodie proudly sponsored by Paul Taylor
Ben Galbraith proudly sponsored by State Bank / Southbank Past Players
Riley Hogan proudly sponsored by Rob Young
Luke Kerr proudly sponsored by Anthony Jackson
Joel Matherson proudly sponsored by Kevin Matherson
Mackenzie Mayne proudly sponsored by State Bank / Southbank Past Players
Jonny Simonetta proudly sponsored by Sim Fresh
Hayden Taylor proudly sponsored by Laurie Taylor
Nick Theobald proudly sponsored by Paul Taylor
Jayden Williams proudly sponsored by Blayne Dempsey
Michael Woods proudly sponsored by Craig Perry
James Gottschalk proudly sponsored by State Bank / Southbank Past Players
Alex Maxwell proudly sponsored by Tim Habel
Niall O’Sullivan proudly sponsored by Tim Habel
Tom Seaman proudly sponsored by Kelm Hire
Nat Martin proudly sponsored by Berwick Physiotherapy
Pat Rhodes proudly sponsored by Paul Taylor
Matthew Wall proudly sponsored by Fabio Maya
Tom Bowes proudly sponsored by Andrew Leskie
Vince Brigante proudly sponsored by Ian Thege

SOCIAL CALENDAR

EVENT: Jack Morgans Luncheon
DATE: Friday, September 8 from midday
LOCATION: The Osborne Rooftop Bar, 119 Commercial Road, Prahran
 

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EVENT: Presentation Night and Basil Cleary Medal Best & Fairest Count
DATE: Thursday, September 28, 7pm for 7.30pm Start
LOCATION: The Osborne Rooftop Bar, 119 Commercial Road, Prahran
 

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RENEW / BECOME A VALUED MEMBER OR SPONSOR



OUR Club relies heavily on our Memberships and Sponsorships - we will greatly appreciate whatever support you can provide - simply click on the following link and select how you would like to support. 

https://prahranfootballclub.com.au/collections/membership
  • Club Member - $60.00
  • SkyBlue Member - $100.00
  • Jack Morgans/Prahrantonians Member - $200.00
  • Player Sponsor - $400.00
  • Sponsors - Bronze, Silver and Gold all available. 
A sincere thanks to all our members and sponsors who have already renewed for 2023 - your support is greatly appreciated. 

For the latest PFC news and to sign up as a member, click on www.prahranfootballclub.com.au
 
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