The wind was cutting, and the competition was fierce down at the Brighton Beach Oval this week. Our girls put in a great effort despite the scoreboard 32 (24-8) to 12 (6-6). Lottie started off well, kicking and running and generally flashing about … [Read more...] about Under 14 Girls Div 2 vs Brighton Beach (R5)
Under 12 Div 6 vs East Malvern (R5)
Last week’s report started with “Wow, what a finish….so close, just to get pipped on the buzzer!”. Well it seems that lightening can strike twice. This time, we led all day, only to be overtaken in the last minute of the game. Today’s captains … [Read more...] about Under 12 Div 6 vs East Malvern (R5)
Footy Manager’s Report – Round 5
Identifying clear values in life and living those can sometimes be overshadowed with circumstances that are outside our control. Reaffirming priorities, evaluating the positives are always the core ingredient to nurturing young minds. In 2017 we as a … [Read more...] about Footy Manager’s Report – Round 5
Under 14 Div 4 vs Murrumbeena (R4)
The Div 4 Rovers boys, hungry for a win after last week's close encounter, traveled to Murrumbeena to verse a tall and quick ball moving side out on Kangaroo Road. We had debutante Jordan B get presented his jumper, and from there the teams vibes … [Read more...] about Under 14 Div 4 vs Murrumbeena (R4)
Under 14 Div 2 vs Waverley Park Hawks (R4)
First, congratulations to all members of the Under 14 squad: players, TM’s, coaches, parents, supporters. As always, our initial phase in any season is to have fun in a safe, harmonious, respectful and educational environment. Our aim with the D2 … [Read more...] about Under 14 Div 2 vs Waverley Park Hawks (R4)
President’s Report – Round 4
There’s lots to talk about this week and most of it isn’t football – I leave that to Caggs :). At least it keeps his mind briefly off another ‘stellar’ performance from his beloved Carlton on the weekend. Grading done and dusted Round 4 signals … [Read more...] about President’s Report – Round 4
Footy Manager’s Report – Round 4
Firstly, a big shout out to Tristan Lilburn, U17 player that broke his tibia and fibular on Sunday playing U17s at Trevor Barker, get well soon Tristan. It’s always a great feeling when you work with young people that share your sport and you … [Read more...] about Footy Manager’s Report – Round 4
Under 12 Green vs Beaumaris (R4)
Well if one nail biter against Ajax wasn’t enough, we’ve sure had our tickers put under the pump for the second week in a row. We travelled to Donald Mac Reserve in Beaumaris, on another beautiful sunny morning, for our last grading game against the … [Read more...] about Under 12 Green vs Beaumaris (R4)
Under 9 Blue vs Mordi Brae (R4)
"Hello Brain! It’s me! Dimma! How’s things?” …cue crickets… “Brain? Hello? I want to talk to you about wristbands! You there?” …crickets… “Hmmmm… I think I have a problem. I can’t tell Sheeds – the neurological parts of my brain don’t seem to … [Read more...] about Under 9 Blue vs Mordi Brae (R4)
