OLD SHOWDOWNS A trip down memory lane

[birdmanptr]

After another computer break down in the we small hours we got talking about the showdown.We started to remember the old ones and we listed 3 Favs and for us Crow supporters we left out the final as that will always be number one.

For Me

1.Second one of 98 Vardy kicked a bag and at one stage he was lining up some Port player was getting into him and he satarted laughing.

2.The second one of 97 i was home nursing to broken arms [2 fractures in my right elbow and 1 in my left elbow ] Bond on Bond and it poured

3.Careys first showdown not really fancied at all and we pulled it of went with my cousins and their mates all Port supporters and they gave me crap leading up to and at the start of the game then they got it all back WITH INTEREST


Whats yours ?

It will be interesting what 3 Port supporters would list

 

[WALL-e]

Beside the final...

First one in 08.

Down to 17 fit men, snipers everywhere, the jaw being dirty to people not looking and hiding from Truck, Tredrea again pantsed by Rutten, Vince Showdown medal.

Which was the one Truck outscore Wazza phone home?

Oh and the one we wore the yellow herritage guernsey. weeeeeeeeeee.

 

[srv23]

1) Agree with the first one in 08. The atmosphere was incredible. The crowd was as fired up as I've ever seen them. I remember Grif's running goal from 50 in the last quarter. Unbelievable game.

2) The first one in 2000. 40 odd points down with a Roo inspired miracle comeback. Sparked the Ramsgate affair if memory serves me correctly.

3) The first 1 in 05. Port were the reigning premiers and we had a new coach and were tipped to finish bottom 4. Went to the game with little hope but we absolutely smashed them and set up a year that was unbelievable. (until the final against St Kilda of course)

Also loved the one wher Bondy kicked the winning goal in the pouring rain.

 

[pjcrows]

Apart from 97/98 Finals, Chad's "dream final" was hands down the best football experience of my life.

 

[Macca19]

3.Careys first showdown not really fancied at all and we pulled it of went with my cousins and their mates all Port supporters and they gave me crap leading up to and at the start of the game then they got it all back WITH INTEREST

I think youre thinking of a different game (maybe the first one in 04?) as Port won Careys first showdown with (from memory) an injury depleted side and Carey barely had a kick as he dropped, fumbled and stumbled whenever he went near the ball.

 

[Macca19]

2) The first one in 2000. 40 odd points down with a Roo inspired miracle comeback. Sparked the Ramsgate affair if memory serves me correctly.

Ramsgate fracas happened after the first Showdown in 02.

 

[srv23]

Ramsgate fracas happened after the first Showdown in 02.

Memory serves me very incorrectly then. Ooops. Must be the red wine. Twas a good game though.

 

[Jars458]

Best

Showdown 2 - McLeod's goal and Bond's sealer - wonderful

Showdown when we cam from 40 odd down adn Roo and Macca tore port to shreds in teh second half.

Last years first game - a ripper

Worst

Showdown one - we had nobody over 6 foot but still should have won

The wet one they won when Cummings kicked the last goal after getting thrashed all day by Jamo. Wangas was incredible that day. My skin looked like I had been in the bath for a week it rained so much that day.

All the others.

 

[Mismatched]

Favorite has got to be the Showdown final, Williams had come out and said he "knew" how to beat the Crows, Port players, officials and supporters alike were as cocky as they could be pregame, saying they had it in the bag and there was no way the Crows would lose, Chad goes as far to call it his dream final or some such, then its a pretty tight affair up until half time, after that though, after that though 2 memory's will stick with me forever:
1) Williams raising the white flag half way through the third, going with a 14 man defence
2) Rutten following Tredrea down to our forward line, getting on the end of a Thompson pass 45 meters out the coolly going back and slotting it. Just amazing.

 

[Crowfoot]

Most Memorable and LEAST Favourite has to be Showdown 1.

I watched it hours before hopping on a plane heading to the US. Got to our destination, turned on the TV and was just in time to see the match of the week on ESPN. Showdown 1!

 

[brucetiki]

Besides the Dream Final of 2005...

Top 3

In third place

2nd one 2007. Port completely dominated play in the wet and we were down by plenty at half time. We started eating into the margin during the third quarter, but it still looked like it was going to be a Port win at three quarter time. Then the Crows fired, and fired, and fired, and hit the lead for the first time about 20 minutes into the last quarter. Then Justin Westhoff missed a sitter late in the game and we hold on to win.

I was so ecstatic after the win I busted my flagpole waving my flag!











In second place

First one 2008
Despite some of the most disgraceful football I've ever seen from Port Adelaide, and in the game I was compelled to compare Matt Thomas to David Grainger (and still think Thomas is as low a player as Grainger) Adelaide came out on top and won by 6 points.


























And number 1 goes to...


First one 2005
I remember going to this game with the only reason I thought we were a chance of winning was because the day before South beat Centrals, and thought if South could beat Centrals, then we have the capabilty to beat Port.

Not only did we win, we absolutely smashed them!

 

[Macca19]

Theres certainly been some great matches with results favouring both sides over the journey and its always remained relatively even, something that has stood our rivalry apart from the one in the West, which saw West Coast dominate for years followed by Freo dominating for years. Even though the last few years have seen the rivalry go downhill due to media influence etc. I think its back on the improve now.

For me (not that anyone cares)

Best:
Showdown 1 - Just the build up, the bloody huge crowd 5-6-7 deep in standing room, getting spat on and knocked about by some 'heroes' and then the result. Huge game of footy as big as any SANFL GF there had been at the time.

2nd one in 01 - Crows 40 points up halfway through the 2nd quarter, only for Port to level the scores about 10 minutes later and go on to win

1st one in 02 - Crows kicked first 4 or 5 goals and stayed 3-5 ahead all throughout the first 2 1/2 quarters, looked like it would be that way the whole match. Schofield and Barny French played their best games at AFL level and some P Burgoyne last quarter heroics saw Port snag an unlikely win

Worst:
That Final - Embarrassing on every level

2nd Showdown - Was distraught that we lost that at the time. Was armaggedon type weather all day and to shit through that and then lose...bleh. Pouring with rain and windy as buggery. Lasting memory was in the curtain raiser which was a WWT vs someone U17s game, seeing a WWT player knock out an opponent with a deliberate punch to the face (similar to what Banks did to Rhys Jones way back when), get ordered off the field by his runner, seeing pretty much the whole members crowd have a crack at the bloke as he was dragged off the field and watching him have a go back at the crowd. Biggest breakdown ive seen on a sporting field.

 

[PCORF]

Best - the 2005 final (#19) - total demolition! - The first game last year (#24) when Port led most of the game and then Dean Brogan, Matt Thomas wrecked it all for their team and we came back to win by 6 points. The comeback win in 2000 (#7) and that destoyer in 1998 (#4)
Worst - last year's second showdown (#25), smallest crowd ever, awful performance by the Crows. That game wrecked our finals chances at the end of the year! - The game at the end of 2003 was a lesson learnt from some bad defeats during the season to bad teams who cost us our flag hopes, there's a few others.

 

[Macjoe]

For me (not that anyone cares)

Hey, I respect and value your input into our board.

 

[seababoon]

the 40 point down one i think.. i remember vardy coming out from a centre clearance and bombing it from 55-60 straight through.. got to bout 12 or 18 points down i think at that stage

 

[birdmanptr]

I think youre thinking of a different game (maybe the first one in 04?) as Port won Careys first showdown with (from memory) an injury depleted side and Carey barely had a kick as he dropped, fumbled and stumbled whenever he went near the ball.

100 percent correct as usual have to forgive me i am getting old he joined us in 03 so would have been his 2nd or 3rd one

 

[johnnypanther]

A little off topic but related:

I was/am going to order some DVDs of 6 favourite Showdowns from "Name a Game" and was wondering if anyone who has used that service

- are the DVDs copyable so that i can do additional back up copies?
- is the quality ok and the service?

Any input would be appreciated

Thanks

 

[birdmanptr]

If you have the correct software you can copy any thing

They would have to be ok that company has been around for ages and still trading so if they were no good some one surley would have said some thing by now

 

[drdave]

http://www.afc.com.au/news/newsarticle/tabid/4417/newsid/81191/default.aspx

Sunday night will see the 27th encounter between Adelaide and Port Adelaide.

“The Showdown” has developed into one of the tightest and most fierce football contests in the AFL, with Port Adelaide leading the ledger at 14-12.

Out of the 26 matches played between the two clubs 12 of these have been decided by two goals or less.

As we countdown to Balfours Showdown XXVII we look back on some of the classic battles between Adelaide and Port...


Showdown I; Round 4, 20/4/97: Port 11.17 (83) def Adelaide 11.6 (72)

Football Park was bursting at the seams as 47,256 packed into the stands to watch the first “Showdown”. However, it wasn’t one to be remembered by Crows fans who watched their side lose by 11 points. Tony Modra kicked seven majors, and many will remember the match for Rod Jameson and Scott Cummings exchanging punches before the opening bounce. The rivalry had well and truly begun!

Showdown II; Round 19, 10/8/97: Adelaide 9.11 (65) def Port 9.4 (58)

In wet and windy conditions the Crows struggled to make up ground after an ordinary first quarter, going into the last quarter 23 points down. However, Adelaide kept Port scoreless and managed to kick 4.6; giving the side a courageous, season defining victory. Brett James was the Crows’ best performer on the day. The Showdown victory was Adelaide’s first, with both sides now having had a taste of what was becoming South Australia’s most talked about matches.

Showdown III; Round 4, 19/4/98: Port 11.7 (73) def Adelaide 8.16 (64)

The winter weather threw its best at both clubs, in what was a fiercely contested match from the outset. Adelaide had a number of opportunities to score in the third quarter, however poor kicking resulted in only minor scores. In what was a thrilling finish, the Crows failed to convert with Port taking the victory by nine points.

Showdown IV; Round 19, 9/8/98: Adelaide 22.12 (144) def Port 10.10 (70)

The Crows kept Port Adelaide at bay in the first half, leading by 22 points at the main break. However, in the second half Malcolm Blight’s team took control and kicked away from their opponents. Peter Vardy was dominant in a best on ground performance, kicking seven goals from 13 attempts. Andrew McLeod and Mark Ricciuto were also outstanding. In a terrific team effort, the Crows stormed ahead to win by 74 points.

Showdown V; Round 6, 2/5/99: Adelaide 18.7 (115) def Port 12.15 (87)

In a match not for the purist, the Crows never looked threatened by Port Adelaide, maintaining a comfortable lead for four quarters. Adelaide went on to secure a 28 point victory, with captain Mark Bickley best on ground and Matthew Robran dangerous at centre half forward, kicking five goals.

Showdown VI; Round 21, 22/8/99: Port 13.14 (92) def Adelaide 9.14 (68)


The Crows pushed hard against Port Adelaide, however struggled to make inroads against a team who were stronger on the day. Port Adelaide nullified the impact of Adelaide’s dangerous midfield; a major reason for their 24 point victory. Nathan Bassett was named best for the Crows.


Showdown VII; Round 7, 23/4/00: Adelaide 14.14 (98) def Port 13.13 (91)

Early in the third quarter it looked as if the game was over, with Adelaide 42 points behind and looking well and truly outclassed. Enter Mark Ricciuto, who took the game by the scruff of the neck amassing over 40 possessions and kicking four goals for the day. Matthew Robran was also outstanding on the dangerous Warren Tredrea. The Crows charged on with renewed confidence, snatching a memorable seven point victory.

Showdown VIII; Round 22, 6/8/00: Port 20.19 (139) def Adelaide 14.8 (92)

Sadly the weather was the only enjoyable part of Showdown 8 for Crows supporters. A nine goal opening quarter blitz from Port Adelaide had the Crows on the back foot from the outset, who never really recovered despite rallying in the second quarter. Eventually the deficit became 47 points at the final siren, with McLeod the only standout kicking four goals.

Showdown IX; Round 3, 13/4/01: Port 23.15 (153) def Adelaide 13.10 (88)

Adelaide battled to hold on to Port Adelaide in the first half, keeping in touch by a couple of goals. However, 14 second half goals from the Power overwhelmed the Crows who were left stunned. Port were eventual winners by 65 points. Mark Bickley never showed signs of giving up, and Peter Vardy was again dangerous kicking four goals.

Showdown X; Round 18, 5/8/01: Port 16.11 (107) def Adelaide 15.9 (99)

A crowd of nearly 50,000 sat on the edge of their seats throughout a fantastic contest. Adelaide led by 27 points during the second quarter and the Crows midfielders were on top of their opponents. Port made some adjustments and shut Adelaide down in the third quarter. The final term was a thriller; Adelaide couldn’t quite regain the lead, to be behind by eight points at the sound of the final siren. Andrew McLeod was again outstanding for the Crows.

Showdown XI; Round 5, 27/4/02: Port 14.6 (90) def Adelaide 12.10 (82)

The tradition of nailbiter Showdowns continued, with Adelaide against just falling short by eight points. The Crows were clearly the better side in the first half, however they could not maintain the momentum as Port Adelaide surged to victory. Simon Goodwin and Michael Doughty were Adelaide’s best players.

Showdown XII; Round 20, 18/8/02: Port 12.12 (84) def Adelaide 11.10 (76)

Keeping to the traditional hard fought theme of Showdowns, Adelaide battled against a strong Port Adelaide side. Crows supporters were in shock as their side again lost by the slim margin of eight points. Port showed greater poise and cleaner skills and were rewarded with the win. Chris Ladham’s battled hard for four quarters, and was the best performer for the Crows.

Showdown XIII; Round 5, 64/4/03: Port 12.6 (78) def Adelaide 9.12 (66)

A fast start from Port Adelaide had the Crows under pressure from the outset. Adelaide was wasteful at times, and failed to capitalise on a number of opportunities. Led by Graham Johncock and Nigel Smart, the Crows fought back in the last term. However, they just ran out of time conceding a 12 victory to the Power.

Showdown XIV; Round 22, 31/8/03: Port 14.10 (94) def Adelaide 12.6 (78)

Round 22 of 2003 presented more Showdown heartbreak for Crows supporters. Again competitive for much of the match, the Crows failed to utilise a four goal breeze in the final term to lose by 16 points. Nigel Smart was best for Adelaide.

Showdown XV; Round 7, 8/5/04: Adelaide 17.17 (119) def Port 13.9 (87)

Andrew McLeod’s 200th game brought relief to Adelaide’s Showdown drought of seven straight losses, as the Crows took the impressive win by 32 points. Experienced big man Matthew Clarke led the charge, with Adelaide out-muscling Port with a revamped attack and a defence that refused to allow their opponent space. Along with Clarke, Ricciuto and McGregor were impressive and Graham Johncock kicked four goals.

Showdown XVI; Round 22, 29/8/04: Port 12.13 (85) def Adelaide 9.6 (60)

Although the conditions were good, Showdown 16 was somewhat of a slog with Adelaide struggling to keep in touch with their rivals. As the standard of the match dropped in the second half, the Crows toiled on with three injured players on the bench. Eventually Port were the victors by 25 points, with Adelaide left sore and sorry at the end of the match. Rhett Biglands and Tyson Edwards were best players for the Crows.

Showdown XVII; Round 3, 10/4/05: Adelaide 18.16 (124) def Port 8.8 (56)

Perfect playing conditions at AAMI Stadium would give few excuses to either side. From the first bounce, Adelaide played an attacking brand of football that left Port Adelaide stunned. Adelaide then threw the knock out punch in the second half and blew their opponents away. It was a commanding performance where all Crows players contributed. Four quarters of quality football ensured a memorable 68 point victory for the club. Graham Johncock was again terrific along with Simon Goodwin and up and coming star Martin Mattner.

Showdown XVIII; Round 20, 13/8/05: Adelaide 13.10 (88) def Port Adelaide 12.9 (81)

Adelaide continued its good run of form by defeating Port Adelaide by seven points. It certainly was no spectacle, with both sides making costly skill errors in the windy conditions. Simon Goodwin, Mark Ricciuto and Scott Thompson were Adelaide’s best performers, with Thompson kicking four goals. However, the victory came at a cost with in-form ruckman Ben Hudson injuring his right knee and forced out of football for 12 months.

Showdown XIX; 1st Semi Final, 10/9/05: Adelaide 18.15 (123) def Port 5.10 (40)

It was the match that separated a state; regarded as the “ultimate showdown” with the two local rivals facing off in a semi final. There was never more at stake, with the winner pushing deeper into the finals and the loser bundled out of the 2005 season. This was one of South Australia’s most hyped matches in history. 50,521 people watched in awe as Adelaide dominated proceedings, out classing their shell-shocked opponents all over the ground. It is regarded as one of Adelaide’s most memorable matches, as they went on to win the final by the huge margin of 83 points. Standing out among the many fantastic performers were Simon Goodwin, Tyson Edwards and Ben Rutten.

Showdown XX; Round 6, 6/5/06: Adelaide 15.13 (103) def Port 8.5 (53)

In wet and blustery conditions the Crows were quick off the mark jumping to a four goal lead at quarter time. Adelaide were then forced to fight off a strong second quarter comeback from Port, however they were more than good enough to stem the tide and come out eventual winners by 50 points. Tyson Edwards and Michael Doughty were good in the midfield, and Adelaide’s defence was in fine form again.

Showdown XXI; Round 21, 27/8/06: Port 14.11 (95) def Adelaide 11.15 (81)

Adelaide dominated early with quick running all over the ground but failed to hurt the opposition on the scoreboard, kicking only three goals from 13 shots in the first term. Port’s big guns controlled early and started to have an influence particularly up forward and they finished the match full of run.

Showdown XXII; Round 3, 14/4/07: Adelaide 13.9 (87) def Port 8.15 (63)

Adelaide starved its pacy opponent of the ball and denied an in-form Port Adelaide side the opportunity to play the game on their terms. The Crows defence provided plenty of rebound and kicked long and direct to their forwards, with McLeod and Torney leading the way from half back.

Showdown XXIII; Round 18, 4/8/07: Adelaide 9.19 (73) def Port 10.5 (65)

Adelaide overcame a 12 point deficit and tough conditions to win the important Showdown by eight points. Although behind for most of the match, Adelaide continued to pressure Port Adelaide – who tired in the last quarter. Adelaide nullified Port’s big guns, took the lead and were composed enough to hold off their opponent’s late charge. Goodwin and Torney were Adelaide’s best.

Showdown XXIV; Round 3, Adelaide 12.13 (85) def Port 11.13 (79)

Adelaide squared the Showdown ledger at 12 all with a gutsy performance. Down to 19 fit men at one stage, the Crows weathered a fierce second quarter to maintain a slim lead. The game was played at a fierce tempo and despite three late Port goals Adelaide held on for a memorable victory. Bernie Vince was brilliant with two goals and was judged best on ground in his 12th AFL match.


Showdown XXV; Round 16, Port 13.14 (92) def Adelaide 11.14 (80)

A typically tight and tough contest for Showdown XXV saw Port Adelaide prevail by 12 points. Port won the contested ball and made the most of their forward entries, Adelaide’s inability to do so was highlighted by six consecutive points in the second quarter. Michael Doughty was Adelaide’s best and was strong in defence.


Showdown XXVI; Round 6, Port 12.7 (79) def Adelaide 15.15 (105)

The Crows kicked the first two majors of the game but struggled to find an avenue to goal in the second and third terms. The Power dominated at the stoppages and had too many options up forward for the under siege Adelaide defence. Vince was Adelaide’s best with 29 possessions and two goals and Bock provided good run from defence.

 

[Mr Magoo]

Funny thing is the most memorable thing i remember from the second showdown in 1997 was picking up the paper the next day & it had a kid in a port jumper crying his eyes out because port had lost. I think it had his brother in a crows jumper celebrating as well & the most ironic part is they were twins.... who won the game.. Bond who was playing on his twin brother..

 

[Jars458]

Funny thing is the most memorable thing i remember from the second showdown in 1997 was picking up the paper the next day & it had a kid in a port jumper crying his eyes out because port had lost. I think it had his brother in a crows jumper celebrating as well & the most ironic part is they were twins.... who won the game.. Bond who was playing on his twin brother..

There was also controversey that after the game Shane and Troy shared a smile with each other. FFS they were brothers. I thought it was a terrific sporting moment. On the field of play go hammer for tong but when the game is over, respect yourself and your opponent....espcailly if its your brother

 

[relapse]

I think youre thinking of a different game (maybe the first one in 04?) as Port won Careys first showdown with (from memory) an injury depleted side and Carey barely had a kick as he dropped, fumbled and stumbled whenever he went near the ball.

Yep with Ayres at the helm we only won 2 showdowns. The massive comeback when Roo put on a football clinic in 2000 and the first showdown in 2004 (port home game & macca's 200th game). From memory Carey did well that game I remember him pushing Wakelin over with one arm and running into the 50 at the northern end and kicked a great goal.

 

[Geoffa32]

For me it was the first one.

I knew from then on I would never support the Power. I went to that game with a Crows scarf on yet thinking I may switch to the Power, being a Port SANFL supporter, and watching Ginever and his mates celebrate an SANFL flag at the clubrooms only a few months earlier. Never happened. And the next time I felt so bad walking out of Footy Park was the 06 Prelim.

The two we won in the Ayers era stick out for me too. Roo getting is over the line in 00 and Carey making an impact in 04. Both are my all time favourite AFL players, and wins against Port then were rare.

 

[lincsPJ]

II - sitting undercover at the south eastern pocket with the port season ticket holders. behind bondys goal and vardys sealer. put us to 1st on the ladder.
VII - was my 18th bday. thanks for the present, roo.

 

[Drugs Are Bad Mackay?]

The first one of 2008 is my favourite. All the injuries in that game really got the crowd going and the blood boiling. It was a great, character-building win.

Worst one obviously was when Hentschel got injured.

Other bad one was the preseason game in 1999 when Rehn slipped on the bounce pad and did his knee.