New signing for 2026 — Nick Ansell
Rovers are pleased to welcome Nick Ansell for the 2026 season as the senior program builds for the year ahead.
Doncaster East · Est. 1967
Doncaster Rovers is a community soccer club in Doncaster East with teams for MiniRoos, juniors, seniors, women and girls, and VCFA players.
We help players enjoy the game, improve with good coaching, and feel part of a club that looks after people.
Find your place at Rovers
Players can start young, build skills, move through the junior years, and continue into senior football in a club environment they already know.
A fun, age appropriate introduction to football where players learn the game, build confidence and enjoy being part of a team.
A structured programme for players who want to improve, compete and play at a level that suits their development.
For senior men, senior women and reserve players who want to compete, contribute and set the standard for the club.
Saturday football with a strong club connection — another way to stay in the game and remain part of the Rovers community.
Why families choose Rovers
A good football club should feel organised, safe and welcoming. At Rovers, we focus on good coaching, clear communication, fair play, respect and player development.
Women and Girls
Women and girls are an important part of where Rovers is heading. The club has been working to grow opportunities for girls and women across junior and senior football.
That work is about more than numbers. It is about visibility, confidence and making sure players can see a future for themselves at the club.
One club. One pathway.
Some players come to learn the basics. Some want to enjoy the weekend game. Some want to push themselves as far as they can go. The pathway makes room for all of them.
MiniRoos gives young players a positive first experience with football.
Juniors helps players build skills, confidence, team habits and match understanding.
Senior teams give players the chance to test themselves and represent the club.
VCFA, coaching and volunteering keep people connected beyond their junior years.
From the club
Rovers are pleased to welcome Nick Ansell for the 2026 season as the senior program builds for the year ahead.
A familiar name with top-level experience returns to the club, strengthening the football direction across the program.
Pre-season trials and training details for the Rovers senior women's team. New and returning players are welcome.
Local football needs local backing
Grassroots sport works best when families, volunteers, local businesses and council all pull in the same direction.
Tell us who you are and what you are looking for. We will point you to the right person at the club.