Something 'big' coming ??

[Ford Fairlane]

So are we talking along the lines of the Fremantle anchor. Will it be visible 'inside' the ground on match day ? Is it inflatable ?


{would look good at night games if it glowed gold after a goal - an a thunderbolt was launched from it at the opposition bench }

From what I could gather (the sound system wasn't great) it will be paraded around the boundary at least pre-match. Along with ThundaPower of course. It's not inflatable, it's a creation of latex and machinery as far as I could tell. Kind of a Terminator fist (bursting out of the logo). It had no lighting as far as I could see. Smoke and lights - that's what it needs, but it might burst into flames.

 

[morethanagame]

So it's a (pumping) fist holding a lightning bolt bursting out of the Power logo.

..... *immature snortle*

All we need now is for it to shoot out fireworks after a win.

 

[Malibu#27]

From what I could gather (the sound system wasn't great) it will be paraded around the boundary at least pre-match. Along with ThundaPower of course. It's not inflatable, it's a creation of latex and machinery as far as I could tell. Kind of a Terminator fist (bursting out of the logo). It had no lighting as far as I could see. Smoke and lights - that's what it needs, but it might burst into flames.

In that case - what will it add to games if its not actually visible during games ?

someone with more info may be able to help.

 

[Ford Fairlane]

In that case - what will it add to games if its not actually visible during games ?

someone with more info may be able to help.

I don't know where it could be safely 'parked' around the oval during a game. It's fairly big. Maybe in the crows race

 

[Count Zero]

Maybe we in the crowd could be encouraged to pump our fists along with it.

 

[Steve Dore]

Maybe we in the crowd could be encouraged to pump our fists along with it.

Yeah, just what we need, a stadium full of fist pumpers

 

[Malibu#27]

I don't know where it could be safely 'parked' around the oval during a game. It's fairly big. Maybe in the crows race

Parked ... implies that its design is for the back iof a trailer - I originally was thinking it could sit on top of the Western Grandstand, but it sounds like the picture in ly head is different to the actuall item.

 

[morell]

Good lord.

I thought we voted out that marketing guy?

 

[Malibu#27]

Good lord.

I thought we voted out that marketing guy?

Nah - not until the guernsey for the Richmond game is unveilled

 

[WhyAlwaysMe]

Nah - not until the guernsey for the Richmond game is unveilled

I'm prepared for just about anything when they unveil that

 

[Count Zero]

Yeah, just what we need, a stadium full of fist pumpers

Yes. It is conceivable that some people would be much better at it than others.

 

[Malibu#27]

So now that the news is out can you explain how this 'float' fits into the match day 'revolution'.

 

[shaz63]

So now that the news is out can you explain how this 'float' fits into the match day 'revolution'.

That is something that you will ask to ask PP or someone from the club itself. I really have no idea..

Pity they didnt include my idea though.. The fist gives the bird as its going past the oppostions cheer squad...

 

[Sandola]

From what I could gather (the sound system wasn't great) it will be paraded around the boundary at least pre-match. Along with ThundaPower of course. It's not inflatable, it's a creation of latex and machinery as far as I could tell. Kind of a Terminator fist (bursting out of the logo). It had no lighting as far as I could see. Smoke and lights - that's what it needs, but it might burst into flames.

I'm sure I saw this thing in an old Kenneth Anger film. That one had fireworks.

 

[Malibu#27]

It actually looked like someone had supplied components for it and guessed.

 

[Paralowiepower]

The club did not tell a whole forum. A couple of people were invited to help marketing at a couple of meetings with the club from the cheer squad, Supporters Club, the members boys and the outer army.

 

[Malibu#27]

http://portadelaidefc.com.au/Season2007/News/NewsArticle/tabid/6038/Default.aspx?newsId=40907

The revolution is continuing at Port Adelaide, this time with the launch of the club’s biggest recruit of the year, Thunda Bolt, and a new entertainment package at AAMI Stadium.

Thunda Bolt, a five-metre high float which brings to life the club’s logo, will form the nucleus of the club’s on-ground pre-match entertainment.

Thunda Bolt has been designed to entertain and engage supporters and will be brought out prior to each Power home game.

Thunda Bolt was launched on Tuesday in front of the Myer Centre in Rundle Mall and will be on AAMI Stadium for the first time at this Saturday’s game against the Crows.

Accompanying Thunda Bolt on its regular journey around the AAMI Stadium boundary line will be...
The Power Funk Squad, the exciting young dance team who were introduced to AAMI Stadium last year
The Power 22, which are the 22 Planet Teal members who run onto the field and cheer on the players each week
And for the first time, the NAB Supporter of the Week, who will be in charge of revving up crowd support and will also win a $500 savings account from NAB.

Another new addition to the pre-match entertainment will be Lisa Fernandez, a member of Nova 91.9’s very popular breakfast team and Team Power member (club ambassador). Lisa will be joined by the club’s very own Paul Rugala, formerly with FIVEaa.

A new sound system will ensure Lisa, Paul and all the on-ground activity will come through loud and clear, while the new Superscreen at the southern end of the ground, which will be launched this Saturday, will ensure every seat in the house is a great seat! Interactive SMS competitions driven through the screens and a coordinated approach from our various cheers squads / supporter groups will also get the crowd involved.

It doesn’t all happen inside the ground though. The Port Adelaide Football Club is providing more for its supporters outside, with the introduction of the Planet Teal Zone.

Planet Teal Zone is the place for all of our young supporters to be. The Planet Teal Zone will have Power Funk Squad performances, player signing session each week, giveaways for Planet Teal members and lots of fun activities. And we haven’t forgotten about the mums and dads with tables and chairs and a coffee stall located within the Zone.

Power chief executive John James said that with crowds declining last year and a desire to better involve its supporters, the club decided it needed to do things differently and is excited about the package it has put together for the club’s members and supporters.

“The Revolution has begun. We have a young team that is playing fast, exciting football, but strategically we know it is also critical to increase our supporter base and our crowds,” said James.

“Accordingly, we have invested time and resources to improve our match day entertainment. In particular we have worked very closely with the various supporter groups (Cheer Squad, Adelaide Supporter Group, Outer Army and members’ boys) to improve our match day experience and ensure that our members and supporters are not only watching the entertainment, but they are fully involved in it.

“We believe we have put together a program which will certainly engage and entertain our supporters. We encourage our season ticket holders, members and supporters to get to AAMI Stadium to have a look and get there early so they can get involved.”

James said that the improved entertainment and atmosphere in and around the stadium is just one more reason for supporters to Join the Powerevolution and buy their season ticket.

“We encourage all of our supporters to join the revolution by buying a season ticket. Not only does it provide you up to five games for free, but the money goes directly to the club, you no longer have to line-up for a ticket and you are guaranteed your seat each and every week, including to this week’s Showdown,” James said.

In summary, some of the new innovations at Power games this year include:

The introduction of Thunda Bolt, a 5.2 metre high x 2.4 metre wide float

Introduction of the NAB Supporter of the Week, who will receive a $500 NAB savings account ($1,000 for this week’s Showdown to kick it off)

Introduction of a pre-game routine engaging and exciting our supporters

Nova 91.9’s Lisa Fernandez and the Power’s Paul Rugala hosting our pre-match entertainment

Planet Teal Zone, an entertainment venue for kids and their parents, located outside Gate 4, which opens 90 minutes before the game

SMS and Trivia competitions through the SuperScreen

Improved PA system and additional SuperScreen, courtesy of the SANFL

Themed Rounds: Round 3 – Rivalry Round, Round 5 – Anzac Round, Round 7 – Kids’ Day Out (Come Out), Round 9 – Dreamtime, Round 19 – Women’s Round

 

[Steve Dore]

.... We have (1) a young team that is playing fast, exciting football, but strategically we know it is also critical to increase our supporter base and our crowds. Accordingly, (2) we have invested time and resources to improve our match day entertainment......

Concentrate on more of the first and you won't have to worry about the second John.

.... but then again maybe I'm just one of those dinosaurs that goes to the footy to actually watch the footy which is entertainment in itself. Keep the footy entertaining John and you won't need to worry about wasting money of xmas pageant floats with pumping fists.

 

[morell]

John James and his administration has lost my support.

If he manages to wrangle a Magpie heritage guernsey I could be swayed back.

 

[Powerchick]

The club did not tell a whole forum. A couple of people were invited to help marketing at a couple of meetings with the club from the cheer squad, Supporters Club, the members boys and the outer army.

For your information, it was NONE of those people who blabbed, but rather someone who was involved in the manufacturing/creating of the float. No one from the CS/SC, Members Boys or Outer Army ever confirmed anything. If the club has an issue with it, then it might be an idea for them to make people who work on things like the float to swear to secrecy then! It would be nice if people got their facts right before commenting on such issues when clearly they have no idea!!!

 

[Ported]

Probably just more of those giant blow up players they put down west lakes boulevard.

I was close

I don't know. To involve the crowd you need more than a float and some dancers. Where does the crowd come into it?

 

[Powerchick]

John James and his administration has lost my support.

Some people are clearly never satisfied!!!

 

[Steve Dore]

For your information, it was NONE of those people who blabbed, but rather someone who was involved in the manufacturing/creating of the float. No one from the CS/SC, Members Boys or Outer Army ever confirmed anything. If the club has an issue with it, then it might be an idea for them to make people who work on things like thee flot to swear to secrecy then! It would be nice if people got their facts right before commenting on such issues when clearly they have no idea!!!

Commercially it is usually called a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). If the club didn't have the people involved in the design and manufacturing of this float sign an NDA then the club lacks professionalism. If they did have the NDA's signed then they need to pursue what ever remedies are available for breach of said agreement.

 

[Ported]

If it brings in young fans then it has served its purpose, older mainstay/casual fans won't be swayed either way by a float. I'm not against the club trying stuff like this, i just doubt that it will have any impact. I guess it also depends on the money they're throwing at it.

 

[Steve Dore]

.... Where does the crowd come into it?

When the siren sounds and the real entertainment starts