(2008 article)
In 2004, Michael Wilson battled through the pain and sleep deprivation associated with his two badly injured shoulders and despite being barely able to lift his arms above his head, mustered the strength to hold the premiership cup aloft after the Power's maiden flag.
Coach Mark Williams, who ranks Wilson alongside former star Gavin Wanganeen as the club's bravest player, was so inspired by the former vice-captain's effort, he awarded him a once off coach's award. "Only once in my 10 years of coaching (up to 2008) have I handed out a coach's award. I gave it to Michael at the end of the 2004 season," Williams said. "He played with shocking injuries that both needed surgery at the end of the season, after playing most of the season including the finals and grand final. To see the hurt and hardship he endured for the team was just remarkable."