In our ongoing series of memorable grand finals, we take a journey back nearly two decades to 2002, when Merbein won their first premiership in 27 years in unbelievable circumstances. MITCH RODD looks back on the success at Kenny Park.

COMMERCIAL Street resembled a ghost town. Barely a soul could be found throughout the main road of Merbein on September 14, 2002.

The majority of residents were c...