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)
Under 18 Girls vs St Bedes Mentone (R3)
A little bit of Mother’s Day Magic… Debutant Balls, After Parties, Coughs and Colds… what could possibly go wrong? Well as it turns out a hell of a lot went right! We were up against a very good opponent in St Bedes Mentone who pride themselves on … [Read more...] about Under 18 Girls vs St Bedes Mentone (R3)
Under 10 Yellow vs Bentleigh (R3)
It was Sunday morning and the Hamptons were alive with the sounds of children rushing in to present their mothers with gifts purchased from the school Mother’s Day stall. For some of the lucky mums there was the thrill of breakfast being made by … [Read more...] about Under 10 Yellow vs Bentleigh (R3)
Under 13 Div 5 vs Ormond (R3)
Sunday proved to be a tough one against Ormond at their home ground. Every week we seem to be struggling to fill a team, let alone have a bench. Fortunately, four gems from the Under 12's, in Max, James, Harry and Matt, joined us to play key roles. … [Read more...] about Under 13 Div 5 vs Ormond (R3)
Under 10 Orange vs Ormond (R3)
What a wonderful way to spend Mother’s Day! Watching the Under 10 Orange celebrate a great game!! All players arrived with their game day faces on and energies to match. Straight away the warm up drills got everyone moving and before we knew it … [Read more...] about Under 10 Orange vs Ormond (R3)
