The Hampton Rovers face a major test this Saturday as the senior men travel to Central Reserve to take on undefeated Mazenod in a top four Premier C clash.
Both sides enter Round 5 in strong form, with Mazenod currently sitting second on the ladder at 4-0, while the Rovers sit fourth with a 3-1 record following last week’s convincing win over PEGS. With Fitzroy, Mazenod, Parkdale Vultures and Hampton Rovers occupying the top four positions, Saturday’s match shapes as an important early-season contest between two sides expected to feature prominently throughout 2026.
The senior match gets underway at 2:00pm, following the Reserves at 11:40am at Central Reserve on Springvale Road, Glen Waverley.
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The Senior Women travel to Kevin Bartlett Reserve for a morning clash against Richmond Central at 9:20am.
There has also been exciting news following the VAFA regrading process announced this week, with the Under 19s earning promotion up to Division 1 South after their dominant start to the season. They’ll now host Old Haileybury at Boss James Reserve at 11:40am.
The updated fixture release also sees the Thirds travel to face MHSOB at Melbourne High School in South Yarra at 10:00am. Note the car entrance to the ground is from Forrest Hill off chapel street. Pedestrian entrance from Forrest Hill or Claremont St.
Parking around school is limited, however South Yarra station is only 400m walk from school.
Following all the action on Saturday, players, supporters and members are invited back to Boss James Reserve for the annual Ladies Night function from 7pm onwards. Always one of the highlights of the social calendar, it promises to be another fantastic night at the club.
With important matches across all grades, an undefeated opponent awaiting the senior men, and a big night planned afterwards, it shapes as another huge Saturday for the Rovers. Show your support for the club and purchase a 2026 Club Membership!
