Senior coach Mark McGann said enthusiasm from players was at an all-time high ahead of a new season.
“I’m taking phone calls from players every day asking when we are starting. Everyone is keen as,” McGann said.
“Last year was basically written off – we called it early, just with our group of players being a bit more vulnerable (to coronavirus).
“But setting up for this year, everyone is ready to get back into the fold so it should be a good year.”
Offering an inclusive environment for players of all abilities to enjoy the game of Aussie Rules, the community football club - like many others - has been in hibernation for 12 months.
But even with limited chances to get together, McGann said last year didn't go entirely to waste.
“We managed to keep a bit of contact going with social media and at the start of last year we held a six-week soccer program with the Raiders, so there was some benefit out of last year,” McGann said.
With a senior fixture expected to be unveiled any day now, McGann said the Rockets were also looking forward to re-establishing its Auskick program for its junior talent.
And to kick things off, the club will hold a come-and-try day for Auskick on Wednesday, March 31 at Twin Rivers/Echuca Specialist School from 4.30pm-5.30 pm.
“At this stage we’ll have our come and try day for Auskick, then there will be a 2-3-week break and then a 10-week program starting after school holidays,” McGann said.
With old and new players welcomed to join in on the fun, McGann encouraged anyone interested in giving the game a go to get involved - no matter their age or gender.
“Now we’re back on the track, we’re just drumming up the enthusiasm,” McGann said.
“We’re all about fun and socialising; that’s the main aim with our football.”
“We welcome both men and women and players from as young as five up to 40 and over.
“We like to say we’re the community football club – so the community is more than welcome to come and watch our games or help out with sessions as well.”
Anyone interested in registering for the Rockets Auskick program can head to www.playhq.com/afl/register/9a3447.
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