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SENIOR FOOTBALL

2013 is a new era - a new beginning for the Hampton Rovers Football Club. Be part of the resurgence.

After a few lean years, the Hampton Rovers Football Club is serious about bringing success back to the Boss and returning up the grades. The club will participate in "Division 1" (fourth division) of the VAFA in 2013, for the first time since 2007. The appointment of Guy Martyn as senior coach and Owen Lalor as assistance coach heralds a new era for the club and we'll be striving for success in 2013.

Hampton Rovers is a great club to play your footy at – professional set-up, top facilities including one of the best playing surfaces in Melbourne following the resurfacing in 2012, big crowds, great social atmosphere, and above all else, an enjoyable experience. In 2013 we plan to have four senior teams including three open-age sides. New players of all abilities are welcome to the club in 2013 to enjoy the Rovers experience. Read on for more information, and if you would like further information, please refer to the bottom of this page for contact details or feel free to come along to Pre-Season Training. Player registrations will open in early 2013.

The Hampton Rovers has a young developing list mixed with plenty of experience. The team includes multiple players with VFL and TAC Cup experience. The Rovers regularly contribute players to VAFA representative teams and traditionally has a good name in football circles. The seniors have participated in five Grand Final's since 1995, winning three Premierships in that time. In total, the club has won seven senior flags since joining the VAFA in 1933. 2013 will see the club participate in VAFA Division 1 (fourth devision).

The Hampton Rovers Football Club is absolutely thrilled to announce Guy Martyn as senior coach for season 2013 season and beyond. Martyn, 26, has taken on the role as a non-playing coach and will be well supported by the highly regarded Owen Lalor, who has been appointed assistant coach.

Martyn has a long and proud history with the Hampton Rovers, the club he first joined in 2001 as a junior player – winning multiple club and league awards. He remained an active supporter of the club during his time with the Sandringham Dragons in the TAC Cup and the Sandringham Zebras in the VFL, before returning to the Rovers as a player in 2009 through to 2011. Martyn has proven leadership qualities, captaining East Sandringham Boys Cricket Club to the 2011/2012 Longmuir Shield in the CMCA while he has also assisted on the sidelines while injured at the Rovers.

Owen Lalor has successfully led both St. Bede’s Mentone and Old Melbournian’s Under 19 teams to premierships, as well as guiding St. Bede’s Mentone’s senior team to the 2011 A Section Grand Final. More recently, Lalor was appointed coach of the VAFA Under 19 representative team which has just returned from a tour of New Zealand while he has also previously been named VAFA Under 19 Coach of the Year for two consecutive years.

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The Victorian Amateur Football Association (VAFA) - "Victoria's Premier Football Association" since 1892, is the largest senior football league in Victoria and is widely regarded as the best senior competition outside of the AFL/VFL. The league is comprised of seven senior sections and over 70 clubs, many of which have established strong traditions, some have been in existence for more than 100 years. The VAFA is a well controlled, clean competition. Games are played hard and competitively with a few beers after the game being a tradition. The competition prides itself on being 'leaders' with many initiatives being adopted for the benefit of players and spectators. 2013 will see the Rovers participate in VAFA Division 1 (fourth division). The Rovers plan to field four senior teams in 2013: Seniors, Reserves, Thirds and Under 19's.

The Rovers play at Boss James Reserve, corner David St & Bluff Rd in Hampton. The venue has great facilities for both players and spectators. The playing arena is approximately 162 x 138 metres making it one of the largest in the competition and is surrounded by a grass embankment creating a natural amphitheatre - perfect for spectators, with large social rooms in the forward pocket which were renovated in 2002. Included inside is spacious home player rooms, gym, licensed Bar and large social rooms capable of seating 200 people with full glass frontage overlooking the ground. The playing surface was completely resurfaced at a cost of $1 million in 2011/12 which has resulted in Boss James Reserve boasting one of the best playing surfaces in Melbourne.

Hampton Rovers AFC has a strong committee supported by a board of management, which integrates the activities of the senior and junior sections of the club. The club has many sponsors, club members, and supporters with crowds at home games being among the largest and most vocal in the VAFA. Getting involved in the Hampton Rovers integrates you with a network of well over 600 families. The club is well known and has a positive name in football circles and in the local community.

The Hampton Rovers has a Player Welfare manager who can be approached in the event of any issue players may face. The club offers player insurance to all registered players. The player accident policy provides compensation for some hospital and medical charges. It does not however meet the entire insurance cover requirements of the individual so players are therefore urged to have their own private health insurance and ambulance cover to ensure they're fully covered.

While playing a high standard of football is a priority at the Rovers, having fun off the field is also high on the agenda to ensure players enjoy a great all-round experience. The club hosts many social functions throughout the year both at the club and at other locations. The Rovers have great facilities with a fully licensed Bar and large social rooms. Big crowds staying back in the rooms after home games is a tradition at Boss James. In addition to this, meals are put on for the players at Thursday selection nights with the Bar open til late.