The vast and cold expanses of Albert Park were the site for this week’s game versus South Melbourne. This was a team that had lost by a very similar margin to Ormond the week before the Rovers, suggesting an even contest beckoned even if the Hampton … [Read more...] about Under 12 Girls Div 2 vs South Melbourne (R8)
Footy Manager’s Report – Round 8
Each week as a club we have several light bulb moments that I sit back and marvel at how simple it is, how uncomplicated it is and always should be. The past 6 days I witnessed several things that had me sit/stand & smile. #1 The Saturday night … [Read more...] about Footy Manager’s Report – Round 8
Under 8 Green v Dingley (R8)
We were back at The Boss to take on Dingley on a foggy winter’s morning, with the temperature at the bounce being a chilly 5 degrees. We were definitely kicking the dew off the top, with plenty of the boys struggling to keep themselves warm despite a … [Read more...] about Under 8 Green v Dingley (R8)
Under 15 Div 1 vs East Malvern (R8)
Another cool but calm day greeted us as we arrived at Boss James to take on the top of the ladder, East Malvern. After having only 16 available last week, we welcomed back some jet lagged boys for the game, we welcomed Lachie Cowell (until half … [Read more...] about Under 15 Div 1 vs East Malvern (R8)
Footy Manager’s Report – Round 7
PASSION: The Collins English Dictionary: Passion definition: 1. a very powerful feeling, for example of love, hate, anger, or other emotion: 2. an extreme interest in or wish for doing ... 3 weeks back I talked about our club Mantra: Passion … [Read more...] about Footy Manager’s Report – Round 7
Under 14 Div 5 vs Ajax (R7)
Summary: After coming off a week’s break from the Queen’s Birthday weekend, the Div 5 boys rallied up again to face a new and improved AJAX team in their third game since being graded. We had set the attitude well, were ready to give it our all and … [Read more...] about Under 14 Div 5 vs Ajax (R7)
Under 12 Div 1 vs Prahran (R7)
Another sunny afternoon greeted us at the 'big' ground, Toorak Park. It was also another quagmire in the middle of the ground. Classic 1970's mud patch. Wes S was out captain for the day and we seem to have nailed the positive starts. It might be … [Read more...] about Under 12 Div 1 vs Prahran (R7)
Under 11 Div 3 vs Prahran (R7)
It was back to the massive ground of Como Park for a second match up with Prahran. So, whilst we had their measure the first game, we knew that they would be prepared for us. We started well with a quick goal, but Prahran bounced back with a reply … [Read more...] about Under 11 Div 3 vs Prahran (R7)
Under 13 Div 2 vs Mordi Brae (R7)
With the week off and a strong training session Friday night, we were all looking forward to our round 7 away encounter with Mordi Brae. Not only did we want to prove to ourselves that we can match it with the best, for extra incentive we also had … [Read more...] about Under 13 Div 2 vs Mordi Brae (R7)
Under 10 Girls vs St Peters (R7)
A clear message was conveyed to the girls that they were taking on an extremely strong side in St Peter’s this week. Experienced division and defence, and accountability was the cornerstone of our plans for this match. The parents all had smiles … [Read more...] about Under 10 Girls vs St Peters (R7)
