Gerry Power – an appreciation
The sad news that a former Spartak player, Gerry Power, had passed away aged 48 after a long illness reached us recently from Nicko Farrell.
More recent players may not realise that for most of the 70s Spartak had 5 schoolboy teams at the time Gerry played. His brother Richie played in an older age group and Gerry often stepped up to play at that level as required.
Digesting the news my mind went all the way back to 1976 and a memorable schoolboy game against Raheny Boys away. Spartak were down to 10 men through injury and were 0-2 down at the break. A stirring fight back ensued to force a 3-3 draw with Gerry firing in the glorious late equalizer from the edge of the box. Gerry’s display on the day was typical, full of drive and energy, with no little skill.
Gerry was one of the game’s nice guys with an enthusiastic approach to matches and training and he is fondly remembered by the lads who played with him.
Condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.
