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)
Under 12 Div 1 vs East Brighton Vampires (R8)
The question we were looking to answer today was have we improved as a team since Rd 1 when we were soundly beaten by the Vampires. We highlighted the Vampires strengths in their marking talls, and how they look to control the footy through the … [Read more...] about Under 12 Div 1 vs East Brighton Vampires (R8)
Under 12 Div 6 vs Cheltenham (R8)
The season-long D6 tour of greater Bayside continued this week, with the team travelling to Cheltenham under sunny(ish) skies and a fast track. We welcomed Marco G and Heath D back from injury and also welcomed Oli S back to the Rovers for his first … [Read more...] about Under 12 Div 6 vs Cheltenham (R8)
Footy Manager’s Report – Round 8
I witnessed several things on Sunday I loved about our game and one glowing thing that made my blood boil. A special shout out to the coach of the Waverley Hawks Under 16 girls who ran to the aid of our Rovers player Tessa Beach. Tessa was … [Read more...] about Footy Manager’s Report – Round 8
Sponsor: LMB Web Design
When I was contacted by the club about the possibility of building a new Rovers website dedicated to the Juniors, I jumped at the chance. Hampton Rovers is a big club and to have the Seniors and Juniors represented in the one website was becoming … [Read more...] about Sponsor: LMB Web Design
