For the second week in a row we came up against a team that was not as well developed as our boys but importantly they paid them the respect that every team deserves. And although it was fairly quiet for those in the backline when every boy got their … [Read more...] about Under 10 Purple vs Beaumaris (R8)
Latest Match Reports 2018
Under 8 Green vs East Malvern (R8)
Another magnificent morning at the Boss, with a perfect crisp winter's day, although I sensed a few bleary eyes amongst the parents after the gala last night. The captains for the day were Angus and Zac who have both had strong years and were keen … [Read more...] about Under 8 Green vs East Malvern (R8)
Under 9 Maroon vs Beaumaris (R8)
It was a chilly morning at Boss James where the Hampton Rovers came up against a most anticipated opponent, the Beaumaris Sharks. At the first bounce Beaumaris let their intentions be known, as their attack on the football was ferocious. Beaumaris … [Read more...] about Under 9 Maroon vs Beaumaris (R8)
Under 17 Div 2 vs Bentleigh (R8)
Sunday the 3rd of June set up a huge fixture for the u17 Sandy-Rovers as we hosted Bentleigh on our home turf. After a promising second half last week playing Cheltenham/Highett, the boys were focused on getting a successful result on the board … [Read more...] about Under 17 Div 2 vs Bentleigh (R8)
Under 12 Girls Purple vs Brighton Beach (R8)
Melbourne has been turning on some amazing weather and this Sunday was no exception. The sun was beaming down on Beach Road oval and Josh's message was very clear, today we were coming up against a tough opponent in The kangaroos, it will be a very … [Read more...] about Under 12 Girls Purple vs Brighton Beach (R8)
Under 18 Girls vs Oakleigh (R8)
Time to turn a negative to a positive. As the footy season has progressed we have continued to get better at the basics and this week we set out to bring a new layer to our game planning by giving players special jobs. Sometimes its best to keep … [Read more...] about Under 18 Girls vs Oakleigh (R8)
Under 11 Purple vs Murrumbeena (R8)
These match reports are definitely getting longer! Apologies but I really want to make sure we are recognising all the efforts the boys are putting in and acknowledging their improvement. Pete Jongen grab a coffee before you start reading (seems … [Read more...] about Under 11 Purple vs Murrumbeena (R8)
Under 10 Bronze vs East Brighton Vampires (R8)
Back at our sentimental home in Castlefield today to face the East Brighton Vampires. 8:30am start, still conditions around 5 degrees, my phone said it felt like 3 degrees and it did! Most the boys in long sleeves except for Raph who apparently … [Read more...] about Under 10 Bronze vs East Brighton Vampires (R8)
Under 9 Purple vs East Malvern (R7)
Well it was a true winter game of footy…..freezing cold with frost on the ground and all of the mums rugged up including beanies. This is the weather for the Rovers under 9 team! The first quarter began with Kitty Kat streaming down the wing and … [Read more...] about Under 9 Purple vs East Malvern (R7)
Under 13 Div 1 vs East Brighton Vampires (R7)
Rovers 5-4-34 to EB 13-9-87 Goals: Teal (2), Roberts (1), Sims (1) M Carrigan (1), Summary We put it on the boys to be motivated by the challenge of coming up against an undefeated team. We felt the Vampires were perhaps ripe for a loss coming … [Read more...] about Under 13 Div 1 vs East Brighton Vampires (R7)
