Well, our run of incredible winter mornings came to an abrupt end and all in one hit…. Wow. The boys were faced with one of their greatest challenges yet, arctic like conditions, sleet, rain, wind… puddles and a little bit of mud, which was all … [Read more...] about Under 8 Green vs Prahran (R9)
Under 11 Purple vs South Melbourne (R9)
Well winter has certainly arrived! We experienced arctic conditions today down at Albert Park against South Melbourne Districts. Today was a special day for three of our boys who all joined the 50 game club – a big congratulations to Jake Seddon, … [Read more...] about Under 11 Purple vs South Melbourne (R9)
Under 12 Girls Yellow vs Prahran (R9)
Wet, cold, gale force winds; these were the challenging conditions for our girls this week. But we didn’t give up, and as Shannah said: “These are the days that make for memories.” Blinded by the rain, we were a little stunned by the end of the … [Read more...] about Under 12 Girls Yellow vs Prahran (R9)
Under 9 Pink vs Bentleigh (R9)
Parents and boys woke to delightful conditions Sunday morning……With all initially unsure whether the game would go ahead, by 8.15 the decision had been made and we quickly got set to face Bentleigh at Boss James. While initially having 22 boys signed … [Read more...] about Under 9 Pink vs Bentleigh (R9)
Under 8 Maroon – The Bye
Castlefield Oval – Sunday 10 June 2018 The Bye The wind it blows cold on the oval, so green The field it is empty – not a kid to be seen The Maroons they are resting – can’t you see why? It’s because they can’t play, it’s due to the bye … [Read more...] about Under 8 Maroon – The Bye
Under 9 Maroon (Team 2) vs South Melbourne (R8)
The Rovers Under 9 Team Sill boys, under the inspirational coaching of Head Coach Julian, along with assistant coaches Steve and Wayne, and team manager Aaron, have now moved to a new division. At the start of the 2018 season the boys had limited … [Read more...] about Under 9 Maroon (Team 2) vs South Melbourne (R8)
Under 8 Pink vs Highett (R8)
The alarm sounded at 7am and the first instinct was to roll over and go back to bed, we checked the weather app and it was a brisk 4 degrees outside.. Arriving at Highett’s home ground, it was like a scene out the rolling hills in Wales with mist … [Read more...] about Under 8 Pink vs Highett (R8)
Under 12 Orange vs Waverley Park Hawks (R8)
Hampton Rovers 3.2 (20) def. by Waverley Park Hawks 13.8 (86) What a difference a day makes. On Saturday the boys were back and flying against the Western Australian, Wimberley Downs team winning in style in the composite 12’s team 97 points to … [Read more...] about Under 12 Orange vs Waverley Park Hawks (R8)
Under 12 Maroon vs East Brighton Vampires (R8)
Round 8 / East Brighton Vampires 5.6.36 defeated Hampton Rovers 2.1.13 The boys can never get enough of footy. Last weekend we were lucky enough to be involved in 2 games. On Saturday we had our first interstate clash. A Western Australian side … [Read more...] about Under 12 Maroon vs East Brighton Vampires (R8)
Under 11 Orange vs Ajax (R8)
Another glorious winter morning greeted the boys as we arrived at a respectable 9.45am @ Dover St to take on the Ajax outfit. Mitch R looked pumped for a banner run through for the big 50th game. He would run out captain along with Harry … [Read more...] about Under 11 Orange vs Ajax (R8)
