You wake up different on the morning of a final. The senses are heightened. Is it going to rain? Is the wind howling? Did the boys get enough sleep? Thankfully, we didn't have much time to think about it. 8.15am arrival for a 9am start. The … [Read more...] about Under 12 Div 1 vs East Brighton Vampires – Semi Final
Under 12 Div 6 v St Paul’s McKinnon – Semi Final
This week’s match report starts with a reflection of the season that was. Firstly, I would like to sincerely congratulate the 24 boys we’ve had represent the Hampton Rovers Football Club in our division this year. As parents I am sure you join me … [Read more...] about Under 12 Div 6 v St Paul’s McKinnon – Semi Final
Footy Manager’s Report – Finals Week 1
Week One of Finals Last week I talked about bittersweet moments in club land from one year to another. Yesterday reaffirmed everything I love about our sport and some things that make me question why we bother. I saw the highs and lows all at the … [Read more...] about Footy Manager’s Report – Finals Week 1
Under 12 Div 1 vs East Malvern (R15)
Here we are. Another year of home and away games completed. What an adventure and ride it's been. Fifteen rounds all done and we now have earned the right to play off against East Brighton in one of the finals. We had our last game against East … [Read more...] about Under 12 Div 1 vs East Malvern (R15)
Under 13 Div 6 vs St Paul’s McKinnon (R15)
With our 2 centres in Tom and Camdyn missing and our full forward Charlie due to injuries and sickness, our match against the ladder leaders was made that much more difficult I was jealous watching them rotate 5 players off the bench wondering what … [Read more...] about Under 13 Div 6 vs St Paul’s McKinnon (R15)
Under 13 Div 2 vs East Sandringham (R15)
Having missed out on finals this year, our round 15 away game against East Sandy ended up being our last game for the season. We had a fantastic training run leading up to the game where we spoke about how much we’ve grown as a team over the season … [Read more...] about Under 13 Div 2 vs East Sandringham (R15)
President’s Report – Round 15
This is the week that fills me with many mixed emotions every year. Sunday marked the formal end of the home and away season for 2019. Congrats to all of our amazing kids for the Passion, Teamwork, Fun and Respect in 2019. It's been an absolute … [Read more...] about President’s Report – Round 15
Under 12 Div 6 vs East Malvern (R15)
They say a week is a long time in football, the contrasts can be enormous. I’m a big believer in momentum in football. It is something that ebbs and flows in games but I believe you start a game the way you finished your last game, the momentum … [Read more...] about Under 12 Div 6 vs East Malvern (R15)
Girls Under 18 vs St Peters (R15)
The Last Blast On Sunday a team of 23 wonderful girls fronted up to play their last game of the season and for some, their last game of Junior footy for Hampton Rovers. Whilst we didn't come away with a win, we came away proud of our efforts … [Read more...] about Girls Under 18 vs St Peters (R15)
Footy Manager’s Report – Round 15
Each year we experience bittersweet moments at Rovers: the thrill of the first game, the win, the song, the sitting around with old friends and new, the excitement of The Lightning Carnival and the bitter feeling of a loss, injury and a season coming … [Read more...] about Footy Manager’s Report – Round 15
