Wow, what a finish…so close, just to get pipped on the buzzer! But we’ll get back to the finish later. I will say though I am super proud of the boys resilience and the fight they showed today. Two boys played their 50th games for the Rovers … [Read more...] about Under 12 Blue vs St Bedes Mentone (R4)
Under 15 Div 4 vs Ormond (R4)
With several outs we were immensely grateful to welcome Henry Owen making his debut to the Div 4s, taking numbers to 18. An extra bonus came when Ormond informed us they were starting with 16, giving us 17 on the paddock and 1 on the pine. The … [Read more...] about Under 15 Div 4 vs Ormond (R4)
Under 15 Div 2 vs CHOGS (R4)
We came into this weeks game with a number of changes. Thank you to Jamie Delaney, Jack Tuffley & Ryan Lewis for helping us out and playing in Div 3. You allowed us to bring in for their first games Shahaf Epstein, Presley Evans & Benjo Wells. We … [Read more...] about Under 15 Div 2 vs CHOGS (R4)
Under 15 Div 3 vs Murrumbeena (R4)
East Sandy Rovers Div 3 had 4 players out (at least) and others deserving an opportunity to play up a level. We did however have some gun fill ins from the U14 ranks who deserve a special mention: Christian Ballarin, Lucas Civitarese, Jack Cahill and … [Read more...] about Under 15 Div 3 vs Murrumbeena (R4)
Under 10 Girls vs Ormond (R3)
Our girls ventured back to Castlefield Reserve for our round three clash against Ormond. Unfortunately, Ormond only had four players and we had no hesitation to give them six of our players so we could play 10 per side. It shows the depth of our … [Read more...] about Under 10 Girls vs Ormond (R3)
Under 11 Red vs Ashwood (R3)
An early morning Mother's Day away match had us travelling to Mt Waverley to face Ashwood Junior FC. After a lock down game the week before, the players were instructed and ready to play an expansive game style. The first quarter commenced with … [Read more...] about Under 11 Red vs Ashwood (R3)
Under 12 Green vs Ajax (R3)
After that game, we'd all agree the season has arrived. On a beautiful Mother's Day, we headed to Castlefield for our round 3 match against AJAX. Some of our parents will remember we AJAX @ Boss James in the final game last year. We always seem to … [Read more...] about Under 12 Green vs Ajax (R3)
Under 14 Div 2 vs St Peters (R3)
My concern with our group going into round three was how we might turn up mentally following a 14 goal win the week before. I spoke to the players about this and we worked extensively below the knees pre-game to highlight how we might lack focus … [Read more...] about Under 14 Div 2 vs St Peters (R3)
Under 9 Blue vs St Peters (R3)
What is a Mother? A mother is a chocolate milkshake on a hot day. A mother is a shoulder to cry on. A mother is a gentle hand to wipe away the tears. A mother is a taxi driver for her children. A mother is the most ardent supporter of her … [Read more...] about Under 9 Blue vs St Peters (R3)
Under 14 Girls Violet vs Dingley (R3)
Well, didn’t the girls make us proud on Mother’s Day??!! We started with a bang this week! A clean tap out by Mia S to Eloise saw Tilda take control and execute a nice play to Batman and GOAL!!! Straight into it, just like that. Back to the … [Read more...] about Under 14 Girls Violet vs Dingley (R3)
