Game day is only a small part of the amazing contribution that so many wonderful volunteers make at the Hampton Rovers Football Club. Saturday night was a highlight on the Rovers social calendar and it was great to see so many of the Under 8 Team … [Read more...] about Under 8 Yellow vs East Brighton Vampires (R9)
Under 11 Div 5 vs East Brighton Vampires (R9)
A light breeze and crisp football conditions presented themselves at Castlefield on Sunday. Captains for the day were Harry Gibbins & Jonty McKimm both boys loved the opportunity and played their best games for the year. The afternoon start … [Read more...] about Under 11 Div 5 vs East Brighton Vampires (R9)
Under 16 Div 1 vs East Brighton Vampires (R9)
Round 9 and the “Bayside Problem” returned in earnest…school holidays and 12 players unavailable! 15 players available, then Per Bellarts joined us from Div 2 to make 16 then we were lucky enough to have 3 under 15 boys play a second game and … [Read more...] about Under 16 Div 1 vs East Brighton Vampires (R9)
Under 11 Div 1 vs Ajax (R9)
Ajax 8.14-62 Hampton Rovers 3.1-19 Sunday was our toughest challenge to date. We were 4 boys down, and we were playing the undefeated top of the table, big bodied outfit in Ajax. We also started the game with only 17, so we sent in a tiny U8 … [Read more...] about Under 11 Div 1 vs Ajax (R9)
Secretary’s Report – Round 9
The past round recognised players from home and away teams whose actions had the greatest positive impact on the game. Thanks to Options Consulting Group for providing the certificates and we hope all players continue to strive to have a positive … [Read more...] about Secretary’s Report – Round 9
Under 16 Div 2 vs Mordi Brae (R9)
“Well, a week is a long time in football” Winners last week, but against a much tougher opposition this week we were comprehensively beaten. Having said that, we are all very proud of you boys today. Some great positives to be taken out of the … [Read more...] about Under 16 Div 2 vs Mordi Brae (R9)
Under 8 Purple vs East Malvern (R9)
The boys were excited to be back playing on their home deck and playing in front of the home crowd. We welcomed into the fold a new player to the team, Thomas Cunningham, a mid season transfer from Queensland. His transfer papers were completed at … [Read more...] about Under 8 Purple vs East Malvern (R9)
Under 9 Yellow vs Bentleigh (R9)
Today we had our first taste of the winter chill and winter winds. Dry conditions but a clear advantage towards one end of the ground. Our Captains today were Jack Breen and Campbell Hardie and we took on an unknown opponent Bentleigh Demons. The … [Read more...] about Under 9 Yellow vs Bentleigh (R9)
Under 13 Div 3 vs East Brighton Vampires (R8)
Disclaimer: the author acknowledges that copious notes taken on the day were regrettably stolen and certainly not mistakenly deleted from his phone. That said, with the attached picture of the team sheet, he feels satisfied that the article does not … [Read more...] about Under 13 Div 3 vs East Brighton Vampires (R8)
Under 13 Div 1 vs St Kilda City (R8)
After the short break the team arrived fresh and rejuvenated. With spirits high and neighbouring Luna Park, we were hopeful of a good performance ending in a big smile. Parents started off the early morning happy, with good espresso coffee … [Read more...] about Under 13 Div 1 vs St Kilda City (R8)
