John Abley News Today

Neville Hayes played a vital role in establishing the Port Adelaide way during the clubs Golden Era of the 1950s and 1960s. His most significant influence while winning eight SANFL premierships is often under-stated.

Traditionally, the path to Port Adelaide is a well-worn track along the LeFevre and Eyre peninsulas. But historically - and today with a national draft - young men and women from all points of the compass find themselves gratefully before a locker at Alberton.

Port Adelaide pays tribute to one of its premiership heroes - and one of the clubs and States greatest defenders: Ron Elleway.