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The Hampton Rovers want you to be part of our push for a sustained period of success.
After a tough 2011, the club is now working hard to put things in place for a successful 2012 season. With a young exciting playing list, we look forward to our Clubs next successful era. COME AND JOIN US, BE PART OF THE MOMENTUM!!!!!

The Hampton Rovers return to Premier C section of the VAFA in 2012 following three seasons in the second-top division. Under senior coach Russell Barnes, the club is doing all it can to ensure this season is a successful one.  The Rovers is a great club to play your footy at – professional set-up, top facilities including a completely re-surfaced home ground in 2012, big crowds, great social atmosphere, and above all else, an enjoyable experience. We have four senior teams including three open-age sides. New players of all abilities are welcome to the club in 2012 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.

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. 2012 will see the club participate in Premier C section of the VAFA.

VAFA veteran Russell Barnes is senior coach of the Hampton Rovers Football Club. Russell returned to the Rovers in 2011, having previously spent four seasons at the club, three of which as senior coach, leading the Rovers to the 1998 C Section Premiership. As a player, 'Barney' played over 250 VAFA games for Ormond, captained the club to four 'A' grade senior flags and represented the state on 12 occasions. As coach, he has won two senior premierships, the other with Ormond in 2008. Russell has also seen coaching stints at Old Brighton, St Bedes Mentone and Beaumaris. The club will be announcing the remaining coaching panel for the 2012 season shortly.

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. 2012 will see the Rovers participate in Premier C Section of the VAFA. The Rovers field four senior teams: 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. During the 2011/12 off-season, Boss James Reserve is being completely re-surfaced. Work is expected to be finished in mid-April 2012 and will provide the club with the best playing surface in the area. Click Here for details.

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 hospital, medical charges and loss of wages. It does not however meet the entire insurance cover requirements of the individual so players are therefore urged to have their own private hospital 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.