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Take a look at the calendar and you’ll realise that at this time last year, the 2019 season was wrapping up, team presentations were happening and we were thinking of the great things that 2020 would bring. While that hasn’t eventuated, we know that … [Read more...] about President’s Update – September 2020

Hello Rovers Juniors players and families, I hope everybody has been able to spend their hour in the sunshine (while it lasts) and get some exercise in over the past few days. While it feels a bit like Groundhog Day at the moment, there appears to … [Read more...] about 2020 Refunds Update

The Rovers and broader Hampton community is in deep shock following the passing of a wonderful man, Adam Bogue. Adam was a great family man to wife Kate and his three children Josh (U15), Max (U13) and Hannah (U10). He was kind, loving, humble, … [Read more...] about Vale Adam Bogue

Hello Rovers Juniors players and families, I hope everybody is keeping safe and well in these unprecedented times and taking a moment to be grateful for the little, important things in life. In our family, we are making an effort to turn those … [Read more...] about Refunds for 2020

SMJFL focus on alternative footy season Dear Rovers players and families, While it has been said a lot can happen in a week of football, it is fair to say that even more can happen in times of a global pandemic. I truly hope everyone is staying … [Read more...] about Message from Junior President

Hello Everyone, Girls, Boys, Mums, Dads, Grandparents, supporters, members of the Rover community. I planned last week to write to you all this week to celebrate this week's Round 1 start to the 2020 season. I feel it is necessary to write to you … [Read more...] about Footy Manager’s Report – July 2020

“Do you know what my favourite part of the game is? The opportunity to play.” Mike Singletary – American Football Coach & Former Professional player We have all held our collective breath this season. Will we? Won’t we? And now, we are just 6 … [Read more...] about President’s Report – 6 July

What a wonderful sight! Hello Rovers Families, Lights on at Boss James, Castlefield Reserve and Peterson Oval. A buzz in the air. Kids laughing, having fun. Some training taking place. YES, FOOTY’S BACK! First, I must thank all parents for … [Read more...] about President’s Report – 18 June

Following the Victorian State Government's advice around the return of community sport, the SMJFL and AFL Victoria have endorsed a return to club sanctioned small outdoor group training at community football level. However, this is on the provision … [Read more...] about Return to Training Participant Briefing

Watching and waiting If you are anything like me, you’ve been watching the news (and the occasional press conference), sitting on the edge of your seat…watching…waiting…waiting…for some news on when we can get back to The Boss. From the … [Read more...] about President’s Report – May 2020