Passion Teamwork Fun Respect Oxford Dictionary: HERO, A person who is admired for their courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities. AFL footballers are often described as heroes; they show outstanding courage and achievement and in … [Read more...] about Footy Manager’s Report – Round 11
President’s Report – Round 11
I’m not sure if it was jet lag, snow blindness or just fatigue for those that stayed home to hold up the Bayside bubble whilst others were away but it was a slow start on Sunday for sure. Ignoring the wind, the footy was back and I was as excited as … [Read more...] about President’s Report – Round 11
Under 8 Maroon vs St Paul’s McKinnon (R11)
Beep Beep Beep Beep… 10 minutes go by… Beep Beep Beep… 10 minutes go by… BEEEEEEPPPPP!!! 7.00am! Time to get up! The school holidays are now done and dusted and the Mighty Rovers are getting ready for their first big match after two weeks … [Read more...] about Under 8 Maroon vs St Paul’s McKinnon (R11)
Under 17 Div 2 vs Murrumbeena (R11)
Sunday the 15th July saw the return of Footy for the U17 Sandy-Rovers after a 2-week absence for the school holidays. With the boys rested up and eager to launch into the final few home and away games of the season, our opposition came in the form … [Read more...] about Under 17 Div 2 vs Murrumbeena (R11)
Under 8 Pink vs Cheltenham (R11)
The mighty Rovers assembled at Boss James Oval early on Sunday morning. The Antarctic breeze was blowing around the ground, the smell of snow in the air and a bracing 7 degrees greeted the team as they prepared to face Cheltenham. The Rovers were … [Read more...] about Under 8 Pink vs Cheltenham (R11)
Under 11 Purple vs St Peters (R11)
Cold and blustery conditions greeted us at Castlefield this morning as we resumed after school holidays. Four boys down today, but plenty of enthusiasm to celebrate Wes Sando’s 50th game – congratulations Wes! Wes and Will were our two captains for … [Read more...] about Under 11 Purple vs St Peters (R11)
Under 9 Maroon (Sill) vs Beaumaris (R11)
After a much needed two week break in warmer climates, I was excited to get back to Boss James Reserve for the big clash against much fancied Beaumaris. Missing two key players, Eddie Peat and Dylan Grace made things tricky but we were lucky to … [Read more...] about Under 9 Maroon (Sill) vs Beaumaris (R11)
Under 10 Bronze v East Malvern (R11)
8:15am Start, sunny, no early wind and sub 10 degrees down at East Malvern today for our first game back after the long season break. Training on Friday had a modest attendance due to the end of the school break, and when I asked the boys who did … [Read more...] about Under 10 Bronze v East Malvern (R11)
Under 8 Maroon vs Beaumaris (R10)
Sunday 24 June. What a day. A momentous day. Not sure what it is particularly about the 24th of June generally, but it certainly holds a special place in many people’s hearts and certainly yours truly. But I am not here to talk about the merits of … [Read more...] about Under 8 Maroon vs Beaumaris (R10)
