The curtain has fallen. 2019, what a year. It only seems like yesterday I was a proud dad going along to my eldest son's first game at Rovers in 2009. I thought I knew plenty about the caper having coached for many years. As a 20 year old starting … [Read more...] about Footy Manager’s Report – Final for 2019
President’s Report – Grand Finals Week One
THAT’S (ALMOST) ALL FOLKS! And just like that the final ‘final’ round (see what I did there?) for 2019 is upon us. I had the absolute pleasure of seeing all three of our finalists play in their respective grand finals on Sunday. I was super proud … [Read more...] about President’s Report – Grand Finals Week One
President’s Report – Finals Week 1
It’s that special time of year for football. I got the honour of walking across Boss James last Sunday morning as the sun was coming up, ahead of a full day of finals. I was able to reflect on the great year we have had again at Rovers, how lucky we … [Read more...] about President’s Report – Finals Week 1
Girls Under 12 Div 2 v South Melbourne – semi finals
Rovers bring Finals style footy to knock out South Melbourne and enter their first Grand Final 1st Quarter – Rovers here to play for Olive You know it's finals time in Melbourne when the sun is out, the smell of fresh cut grass permeates and you … [Read more...] about Girls Under 12 Div 2 v South Melbourne – semi finals
Under 12 Div 1 vs East Brighton Vampires – Semi Final
You wake up different on the morning of a final. The senses are heightened. Is it going to rain? Is the wind howling? Did the boys get enough sleep? Thankfully, we didn't have much time to think about it. 8.15am arrival for a 9am start. The … [Read more...] about Under 12 Div 1 vs East Brighton Vampires – Semi Final
Under 12 Div 6 v St Paul’s McKinnon – Semi Final
This week’s match report starts with a reflection of the season that was. Firstly, I would like to sincerely congratulate the 24 boys we’ve had represent the Hampton Rovers Football Club in our division this year. As parents I am sure you join me … [Read more...] about Under 12 Div 6 v St Paul’s McKinnon – Semi Final
Footy Manager’s Report – Finals Week 1
Week One of Finals Last week I talked about bittersweet moments in club land from one year to another. Yesterday reaffirmed everything I love about our sport and some things that make me question why we bother. I saw the highs and lows all at the … [Read more...] about Footy Manager’s Report – Finals Week 1
Under 12 Div 1 vs East Malvern (R15)
Here we are. Another year of home and away games completed. What an adventure and ride it's been. Fifteen rounds all done and we now have earned the right to play off against East Brighton in one of the finals. We had our last game against East … [Read more...] about Under 12 Div 1 vs East Malvern (R15)
Under 13 Div 6 vs St Paul’s McKinnon (R15)
With our 2 centres in Tom and Camdyn missing and our full forward Charlie due to injuries and sickness, our match against the ladder leaders was made that much more difficult I was jealous watching them rotate 5 players off the bench wondering what … [Read more...] about Under 13 Div 6 vs St Paul’s McKinnon (R15)
Under 13 Div 2 vs East Sandringham (R15)
Having missed out on finals this year, our round 15 away game against East Sandy ended up being our last game for the season. We had a fantastic training run leading up to the game where we spoke about how much we’ve grown as a team over the season … [Read more...] about Under 13 Div 2 vs East Sandringham (R15)
