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)
Under 10 Blue vs East Malvern (R3)
There were some important lessons for the team this week as part of a great game. The boys were given a lesson in small ground football in the first half. East Malvern came out firing, moving the ball quickly, finding their targets and marking well. … [Read more...] about Under 10 Blue vs East Malvern (R3)
Footy Manager’s Report – Round 3
Passion Teamwork Fun Respect. Friday night I popped down and gave Ben Smith a hand at U11 training. I was only there for 45 minutes and what a bunch of goers those lads are. I got them to rate their skills every 10 minutes and they were honest in … [Read more...] about Footy Manager’s Report – Round 3
Under 12 Blue vs East Brighton (R3)
The boys headed into this week’s game full of confidence after a good win last week. We celebrated Peter’s 50th game by naming him co-captain with James B. Great recognition for James after a terrific game last week. Peter led the boys out after … [Read more...] about Under 12 Blue vs East Brighton (R3)
President’s Report – Round 3
The season is starting to really get in full swing now with round three coming and going. It was fantastic to see many Mums enjoying their special day on Sunday with the extended Rovers family. We’ve heard it said that it takes a village to raise a … [Read more...] about President’s Report – Round 3
Under 12 Girls Orange vs St Peters (R3)
After last week’s second round loss, the assignment didn’t get any easier in Round 3 as the Rovers confronted top of the table St Peters on the hallowed turf of Boss James Reserve. Captained by Olive T, would they honour their Mothers with a … [Read more...] about Under 12 Girls Orange vs St Peters (R3)
Under 15 Div 2 vs St Bedes Mentone (R3)
Apologies to the mothers that didn’t get a sleep in or breakfast in bed as we had the early game with an 8am arrival time at Mentone. Our opponents, St Bedes/Mentone were undefeated after 2 rounds and they were keen to try and stop our unbeaten … [Read more...] about Under 15 Div 2 vs St Bedes Mentone (R3)
