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Hello Rovers families In what has been a challenging two years, I hope that everyone is healthy and well, and getting organised to close out the year. With our 2021 season officially closed, and cricket season underway, it’s time to declare … [Read more...] about President’s Update – Registrations Open 1 Dec

Watching events unfold in the lead up to the AFL Grand Final, I experienced a real void in my life. It was one that I couldn’t explain, one that I had never experienced in my life before – there was an earthquake on a day of protests (at the Shrine … [Read more...] about Final Message from Caggs

Hello Rovers Families, What a footy season 2021 has been. As we wrap up the season and begin to prepare for what we hope to be an action packed 2022, I wanted to take a moment to provide some congratulations and give some thanks. My … [Read more...] about President’s Report – That’s a Wrap

Hello Rovers Families, It is with disappointment to confirm that the SMJFL has announced that our 2021 footy season has now been cancelled, based on the Victorian Government announcing an extension to the current lockdown being experienced across … [Read more...] about 2021 Season Cancelled

Hello Rovers Families, I hope everyone is remaining positive and was able to enjoy parts of the weekend outside as part of your exercise routines. My family headed out for some much needed fresh air and bike ride along the beach (within our 5km … [Read more...] about Lockdown 6 Extended – President’s Report

The Victorian Government has announced revised COVID-19 restrictions. Victoria has entered a 7-day lockdown from 8.00pm, Thursday 5 August 2021. There are five reasons to leave home: Shopping for essential food and supplies (within 5km from … [Read more...] about Lockdown 6.0

Nate Jongen is a name not to be forgotten fast. He is our U12 champ who made the School Sport Victoria (SSV) team. During 2020, Boss James was a hive of activity most afternoons as kids got for their exercise during COVID restrictions. It came as … [Read more...] about Head of Football Report – Nate Jongen

Welcome to the second half of the season Hello Rovers Families, I hope everyone is well and many of you were able to get away with the family for some quality time together over the school holidays. We’ve hit the half-way mark This weekend … [Read more...] about President’s Report – Second half of the season

The rise of speedy Miss Jones Head of Football Report 23 June 2021 Our club celebrated a significant milestone on Saturday. The little girl pictured below played her first game of VAFA Women’s Football on the weekend. Why is this significant? … [Read more...] about The First Girl. No – The First Lady