By PETER DOUGLAS
POWELLTOWN Football Club favourite Andrew Clark celebrated an amazing milestone over the weekend, as he turned out for his 300th match for the club.
Incredibly, he has also played at league rivals Woori Yallock and Warburton, so has played more than just 300 games with his beloved Demons.
Clarke arrived at the club from Woori Yallock in the early 1990s and has been a constant figure at the club for well over 20 years.
Past president of Powelltown, John Hadger, said Clarke had been a loyal footballer and club servant.
“He stayed until we folded about 2000 and played at Warburton with brother-in-law Darren Summers,” he said.
“But he came back when we started again and has played again up until now.
“Andrew is also a league life member.”
To add to the occasion, it was also the first time the club played under lights, thanks to the new facilities at the ground.
Yarra Ranges Shire mayor, Cr Maria McCarthy, along with life members Doug Cole and Lorraine Green, flicked the switch for the four lights.
The clash with Yarra Junction, which was played for the Jeff Cole Trophy, was played in terrific spirit.
The result was a draw, which some believe is a first between the two clubs.
The final score was Powelltown 11.18.84 to Yarra Junction’s 15.13.103.
In a tight first half, Powelltown went into the break with a one-point advantage, while the third quarter saw Yarra Junction break the shackles, booting five goals to two.
Powelltown fought back and booted six goals to three, but the siren ended while the scores were tied.
The medal for best player on the ground went to Powelltown playing coach, Barry McDonald.
