Difficult start to the game with losing the toss and kicking against the wind. After 10 minutes, we were five goals down and struggling to get our hands on the ball as Waverley dominated play. Following this point on, the game was very even. We … [Read more...] about Under 11 Red vs Waverley Park Hawks (R1)
Under 9 Blue vs East Sandringham (R1)
The wind it blows cold on the oval so green Football is back for 2019 The kids are excited and the coaches are too And the name it has changed from Maroon to the colour of Blue Sheeds he is happy as he has his wingman The reliable Dimma, who … [Read more...] about Under 9 Blue vs East Sandringham (R1)
Under 10 Girls vs East Malvern (R1)
Our much-awaited round one clash took place at Boss James Reserve vs East Malvern. The girls had been training really well in the lead up and there were lots of smiling faces as they arrived at the ground. The enthusiasm of the group was shining … [Read more...] about Under 10 Girls vs East Malvern (R1)
Under 15 Div 2 vs Waverley Park Hawks (R1)
Hi all players & parents, After a pre season that had a series of school camps that seemed to go forever, school holidays, Easter & ANZAC Day, we finally made it to round 1. During the pre season we have been trying to get the group familiar … [Read more...] about Under 15 Div 2 vs Waverley Park Hawks (R1)
Under 14 Girls Orange vs Ajax (R1)
The Rovers had a slow start with lots of girls finding their feet and working out their positions. The first quarter saw Ajax peppering the goals, scoring 6 goals and 9 behinds. In defence the Rovers laid some good tackles, including Shanti D, Emily … [Read more...] about Under 14 Girls Orange vs Ajax (R1)
Under 10 Yellow vs Ajax (R1)
Under 10 Yellow started the pre-season with a mixture of training sessions at different venues and the challenge of getting a full turn out during the school Holidays. Despite this, Julian and Wayne were able to get the group prepared and in a … [Read more...] about Under 10 Yellow vs Ajax (R1)
Under 10 Orange vs East Sandringham (R1)
The weather was a little fresh starting off today, but that didn't stop the enthusiasm from all players. New guernsey numbers were on display and you could feel the excitement in the air. Playing the East Sandy Zebras is always competitive and today … [Read more...] about Under 10 Orange vs East Sandringham (R1)
Under 8 Red vs East Sandingham (R1)
A drizzly grey Melbourne Autumn day greeted us for our first game of 2019, but our spirits couldn't be higher. The boys were very excited to be playing their first ever game of football and all parents, officials and volunteers were equally eager to … [Read more...] about Under 8 Red vs East Sandingham (R1)
Under 8 Blue vs Beaumaris (R1)
Round 1 of the Under 8 season 2019 kicked off on the Anzac Day weekend. It was very fitting that both teams started arm in arm with a minute of silence. During this week’s training, the coach gave all the kids a talk about what Anzac Day meant and … [Read more...] about Under 8 Blue vs Beaumaris (R1)
Under 15 Div 3 vs St Kilda City (R1)
The Merge / Will the real Elvis stand up / Momentum Swings / Two Zacs don’t make a Razoo With the mouth-watering aroma of Ivans Pies lingering in the Boss James atmosphere, I became hungry for knowledge… for answers. Who was Boss James and … [Read more...] about Under 15 Div 3 vs St Kilda City (R1)
