FOOTBALL.

Press, Volume LXI, Issue 18444, 27 July 1925, Page 14

FOOTBALL.

; RUGBY. fNTER-ISLAND MATCH. NORTH (16) V. SOUTH (5). MISERABLE CONDITIONS. (r-KESS ASSOCIATIOK TELEGRAM.) INVEECAEGILL, July 25. LivcieargiU RugEyites , "were doomed to disappointment as regards the staging of their first inter-island match, which was played to-day. In spite of atrocious -sveather conditions, a large crowd turned out to seo the game, which was played' on Eugby Park. The recent:.heavy, rains, .after a long spell of dry weather, saturated tho playing area, which soon became very muddy and slippery. Driving rain fell practically throughout the game, making cood play out, of the question, but the baciks nevertheless handled magnificeritlv, especially the North. The honours of the game were decidedly with the North, who spurted in the second spell, and Mill sent his backs asj;ay ; repeatedly from lino-outs and. scrums. ~.,,,,, In the first spell the South had the upper hand. Almost up to half-time, the forwards set up a series of dashing rushes, beating the heavier opposition nine times, out-of ten, but there .was no finish to.their play, and several chances went-.begging. Nepia at all times was brilliant and generally managed to clear. In this spell Steel and Keed displayed good' football on both attack and defence. South had at least half-, af-tfozen penalties, most, of them in front of the goal, but all were missed. In.the second spell the North'backs asserted their superiority, and threw the greasy' ball about at random. The übiquitous Cooke, ever alert, made brilliant openings. Mill excelled in ■retting the ball away from the rucks and scrums, and gave his backs hosts of chances. Nepia retired in this spell with art injury to a leg, Cooke going full-back. It. had been agreed that - there should- be no replacements. ■"Ten minutes after half-time Porter; Irvine and M. Brownlie shone in forward dashes. Blake was heady and made the. most 'of his opportunities, although- he. did not outshine Reed. Collier,. and Falwasser were only fair. Dalley was great on defensive work and revelled in- the muddy conditions. Eobilliard put in some good runs. Richardson, Masters, Burt and Gerard were prominent in the forwards right through. Taking everything into consideration a good game was served up. It was a bit willing fit times, but the spirit was good. North, displayed superior tactics and deserved their victory. The referee,' Mr Torrance, made the game as open as possible. The Play. South played witlv the wind in the first half. Five minutes after the kickoff Steel fielded well and putin a long kick, which went over the North liney and Nepia forced. Shortly after Nepia against forced from a South forward rush. North were penalised and Steel made; a great attempt with the wet balL Nepia fielded a speculator, and punted to Harris, who fumbled and regained. Nepia,,coming up fast, tackled hiirir Penalties' were frequent at this stage., South were penalised for h'andlingj but- Nepia .missed -with the shot at goal. Steel and Heed missed .tvrft further shots, E'eed's being right 'in "front. Play mostly was'in the North's half. A fine cut in by Bell \ just failed. Steel missed another easy penalty. '■■' The game now. was a forward scramble, driving, .showers saturating the already sodden ground. Gerard and Steel took •play ; to the North line, where 'lrvine got. offside. Richardson ,iust,.inisse.d goaling. Play hovered near itho. North line for some minutes. Then from a line-out Masters and Richardson went over together, the former being awarded .the try. Richardson con-j verted. , j South ' .. .. 5 - ...,.■-tfbitli ' ..,.., •.. •• ° North retaliated sensationally with a sweeping rush .to the South line, where "Cooke dashed . over under the posts. 'Nepia cpii'verted,'and halt-time cam* with thp'score:—. . . . '. ; >^ : -North _ .. '-,•'.,. ■; ••* '5" '; ! South .. .. . ... 5 . 'After the kick-off Cooke cut in,"beating Harris, but Dalley came up fast and saved. Robilliard' and Bell returned play to the-, North territory. Nepia cleared. Irvine. and "Walters, 'following fast,.dribbled over the South line, .Walters scoring' near the corner.' Nepia converted with, a great kick, the ' balk striking the bar aud skidding across. North .. .. '•• 10 • South ~"".. .. ..5 -The game how was very willing. Sly was penalised for unduly pl'iaying •Dalley. North were handling the ball better in spite, of more rain.. Prom a line-out 'Falwsteser fielded a bad pass smartly and sent"; out to Blake,' who 'crossed>unopposed... Nepia failed'with ..tire' k'ick.. • North ... ..13 .... South j.. ■•• 5 •■ • The South forwards rushed play to ; tne North line, where over-eagerness spoilt a certain try. Nepia cleared, ftripse. play followed. Langlands picked up and scored between the posts. Porter ■missed., with the kick. *■,■■■"'■ North •*'•.,• ... •• 16 South ■ ' •• ..5 fiercely and in a forward* melee- Nepia injured a leg and • 'went off. South kept pressing, but fins defensive work by the North backs held...item in check. Time sounded •with the score:— North .. .- 16 . South. . " .•'..! f- 5 SEDDON SHIELD. MARLBOROUGH defeats BULLER. (PRESS ASSOCIATION* TELEGRAM.) .... BLENHEIM, July 24. The first match of the season for the' Seddon Shield'was. played to-day between Marl borough and Buller, and was won by Marlborough by 15 points to 3. Thero was a Tecord crowd present. Buller relied entirely on their forwards, who were lighter than the opposing..pack, but extremely clever. As the game proceeded, however, the Buller backs contributed to their side's defeat by indiscriminate kicking up the field, with a result that their forwards wore ' themselves out I chasing the ball.. The, Marlborough forwards . then resumed the" ascendancy, and the'hacks were able to get into action again and again. Only the safe tackling of Kearns, the Buller full-back, and Beard, the five-eighths, presented Marlborough from putting up a big score.- 1 As it wag,. Marlborough scored five tries, all in the second half,' ; but the heavy ball, was a factor in the poor goal-kicking, none being converted. The scorers-were Connolly, Hodson, •J. O'Brien, Phillips, and -Washington.. Buller's only score was a penalty goal kicked by- Kearns.

CANTERBURY RUGBY UNION.

SENIOR A COMPETITION WON BY OLD BOYS. Saturday's resultß: — Old Boys 23, Linwood 3. Merivale 19, 'Varsity 6. Albion 11, North Canterbury 3. The Canterbury Rugby Tnion's Senior A competition was concluded on Saturday, Old Boys proving the -winners -with, a record of nine matches won and two lost, Christchurch and Morivale being runners-up with eight wins and three losses each. Linwood finished third, their Tecord o£ five wins and seven losses being a disappointing one, as, although they were in the lead at the end of the first round, they failed to win a match in the second Tound. Albion finished fourth on (lie list with four wins and seven losses, 'Varsity being next with three wins, seven losses, and a draw, while the wooden spoon was won by North Canterbury with one win, nine losses, and a draw. Saturday's games were played in fine weather, but after the rain of the previous day the grounds were heavy. With Dalley and Harris frcm Old Boys, playing in the inter Island match at hivercargill, it was expected hy some Linwood supporters that the Whites, would 'hive to play a hard game to win the match and the championship for the second time in succession, but Linwood played feobly, with a result that Old Bnys won comfortably, in a game, that had few purple patches, by 2.1 points to 3. Merivale accounted for 'Varsity by 1!) points to '■'<, and at Rangiora Albion defeated North Canterbury by 11 points to 3. At Lancaster Park the attendance was again a large one. . The following table shows the position of the teams in. tho Senior A competition:—

Games. Points. W. J,. D. ¥. A. Ch. Old Boys .. 0 2 Merivale .. 8* .'", Christchurch 8 - 0 Linwood ..5 7 —' n.l KII. f. Albion ..4 7 'Varsity .. !l 7 1 7.1 14(5 Zh N. Canterbury 1 9 1 .51 203 li Old Soys (25) v. Linwood (3). Old Boys kicked off with the sun at their backs,, and after'the opening exchanges Linwood attacked per medium of a passing rush, Cornaga making a strong run but being pushed into touch. Another Linwood passing rush was nullified by Boag intercepting and making a dash downfield. Old Boys then, set up a hot attack, and aftora smart run Hobday penetrated the defence to score at tho corner. ■ Nixon's attempt at'goal was unsuccessful. . Linwood worked play across the half-way' mark, aud for a time kept up a strong pressure, but the defence was too solid for them, and the Green backs were unable to make much headway. Old Boys came down the field in good style'in an old-fashion-ed dribbling rush, but, unfortunately, were given offside for over-eagerness, and Linwood were able to relieve the situation. Old Boys' set up a passing movement, but the effort was without success, a force-down resulting. Old Boys were not to. be t denied, however, and a few moments later Boag picked up from a scramble aiid flashed across the line. This timo Nixon made no mistake with the kick. Payno, a Linwood five-eighth, left the field injured, and his place was taken by L. Elvjv Ogier, a promoted Third Grade player, dribbled the ball downfield, and S. Carleton, picking up, passed to Gray, that player handing on to Baird, who got across, -Nixon added the extra points. The next incident of importance was S. Carleton intercepting and breaking away. He handed on to Boag, but that player's pass was not accepted. Cornaga had a chance of scoring a little later, *ut he missed the pass that was given to him. The spell ended: —Old Boys 11, Linwood 0. , ■ . '. Shortly after the resumption of play Mortlock showed up to advantage. He cut in nicelv, and swerving past the full-back passed out to Low, who had no difficulty in getting across. Nixon converted. Linwood attacked, and after Old Boys had had a narrow oscape of a scoro being registered against them, a penalty was awarded Linwood, and J. Turpiu kicked a good goal. Old Boys were not long in returning pla-y, and a penalty gave Linwood much-needed relief. A little later Old Boys enmo into the picture again, Low making a splendid run and then passing to Donnelly, who went across for a try. The kick at goal missed. Old Boys lost a good chance of adding to their score a moment later through Hay, when in a handy position, giving a torward pass to Boag. Duff wis ?°" s r p '£Tv in a fine run, but Linwood failed to profit by it Old Bovs indulged in further passing, and Skipworth had a chance to score. He did not do so, however, through dropping the ball, but Mortlock completed the movement by ge.tino across S. Carleton failed to add me e"t"ra■ potate. Near the end: of the. game Og.er made 2 See run and passed out to Boag A; ' ~„„ handed on to Baird, the Old Boys ook showfnr a elean pair of heels to the opposition and scoring S. Carleton did not ;jj «„ t u« qnoro with his kick, ino game endefwith thHcore: Old Boys 25, Linwood 3. Mr E. Empson was referee. Merivale (19) v. 'Varsity, (6). Merivale kicked off and; straightaway set cnted £l£K&. t.«ttergd ?o set the students off on a counter-attack but Ford intercepted and "rtsy***«> the half-way line. Kirkland and Partnage we'e prominont in repelling a strong forward rush bv the Maroon pack but the students were Persistent in their efforts, ftnd pressed the Blues hard: The backs failed to seize heir opportunities,! and, the opposition broke through, shifting Play further w « Id horn where Ford made an unsuccessful not a goal. Green, the 'Varsity lull back, put h is side in a good-position and Simmers made a brilliant rush down' the lino. DoTen overtook him, and for a while play hovered in midfield. Again the Mmoon-paek took charge, but tho' backs failed to take idvantoßeot the many opportunities afforded them. Hooper, with the ball at his feet dribbled through the opposing backs, and near the 'Varsity's twenty-five line, Doreeu succeeded in kicking a penalty goa Varsity again took up the offensive, their backs sweeping down-field in great style. The tackllngf however,, was sound. ■ James finally swept across the' Blues' line, and scored in a good position. Thompson failed with an eafv kick. With a chance of equalising the scores 'Varsity set up, a dangerous rush, but Ford threw them back by intercepting and kicking .well up-f.cld. Just before the half-time whistle Thompson attempted a penalty goal, but the ball fell, short. - Upon resuming, the Merivale backs repelted » strong attack .by the 'Varsity rearguard, and Hart gaining possession, went away for a score, but was hauled down within a yaVd of the line; Merivale were now displaying better combination, and for a while • Varsitv had an anxious time. After Hooper had had an unsuccessful attempt at a peijaltv goal, a battle, royal raged between the opposing packs until a long "kick sent Merivale back and Thompson, who was following up well, touched down. Green did not add to the score. With the scores even play livened up. The Merivale backs outclassed their opponents, and Hart crossed, Hooper converting. The open play suited the Blues, and Hooper seized every opportunity to -set them in motion. . Hart again broke away and transferred to Evans. The latter put.>ri'„ii great run before sending the ball ;H. Rhodes, who raced across unmarked. Dorcen failed with the kick. Good forward play bv Brvden nnd Draeder ' again gave the ifaroons a chance, but the backs failed to render the necessary support, and Hooper managed to clear. Dorcen swept up-field and went across unopposed. ' Hooper had no difficultv in adding tho extra points.. Time was called soon after, leaving the ■ final score to'read: Merivale 19, 'Varsity (i. Referee, Mr G. Denniston. Albion (11) v. North Canterbury (3). Albion and North Canterbury met at Rangiora, and a good, even game resulted between two well-matched forward teams. Albion were considerably weakened through the absence of R. R. Masters, who was playing in the inter-Island match at Invercargiil. Albion kicked off against the sun, hut immediately the home team set up a hot attack, and kept the visitors penned in their own twenty-five until Eaglesomc, tho Albion full-back, relieved tho pressure with a great run. Penalties against North Canterbury further assisted Albion. The home -forwards returned to the attack and after Grade had made a fine run through the opposition, a scramble ensued on the line from which Rowlands scored. The reverse enlivened the visiting team, and eventually Cox, Thompson, and Johnson took part in a passing rush, the last-named scoring a good try. Lilburne failed to convert, and at half-time each side had scored . three points. The Albion forwards set a merry pace in the early part of the second -spell, and a stern defence led by Ringer and Rowlands, alone kept them from scoring. Eventually a good dribbling rush by the Albion forwards carried play over the home team's goal-line, and Spence put his side in the lead by scoring a try, but no goal was kicked. Play was fast, and furious for a time,'but Albion were now playing well together, and a scramble under the posts ended jr. Eaglesome scoring a try which Lilburue converted. Till the finish of the game Albion had slightly the better of the play, and ran out winners by 11 points to 3 points. Mr 0. D. Fraser was referee. - CANTERBURY REPRESENTATIVES. There will be a practice of Canterbury representatives at Lancaster Park at 2.30 o'clock to-morrow afternoon. Tbose unable to attend will practise at the training ground, North Park, at 7.30 p.m. HURUNUI SUB-UNION. Playing at Kaikoura, Culverden seniors were dofeated by Kaikoura by 9 points to 3, after a strenuous game. None of tho tries was converted. The juniors forfeited their game, a full team not beina on the field from Culverden.

ASHBURTON SUB-UNION. SATURDAY'S GAMES. As a result of Saturday's play in the Ashburton Rugby Pub-Union's senior competition, the relative positions o£ the six teams are as follows: — P. W. L. r>. pu. Hinds •• V, 8 . 3 ° s Celt!.- •• ,V- ■•> * ■ 1 tij Old Boys •• 1 1 6 4.1 GJ. Ashburton >• H G • 5 0 B Methven •• }} ? «j 0 5 Rakaia •• 11 1 10 o l ' Saturday's matches resulted as under:— Senior. Ashburton 6 v. Methven 4. Hinds 9 v. Celtic 0. Old Boys 30 v. Kakaia 3. Junior. Allenfon 9 v. Methven 6. Kakaia 3 v. Springburn-Mt. Somers 3. Mayficld 11 v. Hinds 3. Third Grade. ' Technical 24..y. Old Boys 0. I Rakaia 13 v. High School 5. Allcnton, 12 v. Tinwald 6. Fourth Grade. Technical G v. Kakaia :.!.. Primary' Schools. Allcnton S v. Tinwald A 0. Ashburtou (6) v. Methven (4). Shortly after the opening Methven had the Kcds on the defensive, but Ashburton broke away from a line-out, aud a score seemed likely, but Dore (Methven) Mas handy, and sent the leather out of play almost at the corner post. The Whites forced down. From a scrum the ball went out' to tho Ashburton backs, but Clothier bungled, and a . promising . movement broke down. The game at this stage was going in favour of Ashburton, who kept up a strong attack. McDonald (Methven) broke through the Reds' defence, but Stills saved. The Whites . kept up the pressure, and a forward rush saw Dalton in possession. He transferred to ' Stevens. and the latter struggled across, hut MeDougall grappled him, and a scrum at five yards out resulted. In tho subsequent play McDonald (Methven) was unfortunate in knocking the ball on a few yards from the scoring line, and an almost sure scoro was lost. From a scrum in midfield Joyce (Ashburton) whipped the ball out to Merrin, on the wing, and after a fine dash he scored at the corner. Stills failed with the kick. Methven ■ forced things on the resumption, and Pore opened their scoring account by dropping a, fine goal from the field. The Ked pack was aggressive in the "ensuing play. On resuming after half-time, Ashburton was getting tho better of the struggle. Although tho Whites played willingly, their opponents had the advantage in weight. Setting up'a strong attack, the Methven forwards removed play to within striking distance, but Joyco (Ashburton) managed to kick into touch. The game was delayed for a few minutes owing'to the referee, Mr H. J. Chapman, being overtaken with n strong attack of cramp. He was replaced by Mr H. Porter. Day and MeDougall (Ashburton) mado'a valiant attempt to add further to tho Ileds' points, but the ball was sent out of play. Methven came bark with renewed vigour, and Dalton was almost across. MeDougall (Ashburton) broke through from play in the home twenty-five, and scored. Stills did not convert. Time was called with the score unaltered. Old Boys (30) v. Eakaia (3). Rakaia had the better of. the tight forward work in their match, against Old Boys at Rakaia, but their opponents' back play was superior, and they had little difficulty in outclassing the country team, winning by 30 points to 3. For Old Boys tries were sewed by Friedlander, Stephens, Buckingham, Watson, Scott, David, Cowan, and Watkins, while Lane converted three. Watts scored for Rakaia. Mr A. Shannon was Hinds (9) v. Celtic, (0).

Fast following up by tile Hinds forwards in their game against Celtic, at Hinds, was responsible for tho defeat of Celtic. Hinds had the better of the game righj; through, the forwards smothering tho opposing inside backs before they could get under way with a passing movement. There was nothing spectacular about the match. Arris kicked two goals from marks, and Baly scored a. try The moro prominent Hinds players •were J. McCormick, Alford, Roach, and Arris. Hood, at full-back was very sate. For Celtic the more outstanding players were McAlistcr, Dennehy, Bißhop, and Gallagher. Mr A. 11. Guiney was referee.

INTER-'VARSITY MATCH.

VICTORIA V. CANTERBURY COLLEGE.

The annual Rugbj>"footbali match between Victoria College, Wellington, and Canterbury College is to be played at Lancaster Park next Wednesday, and it should result in a bright exhibition of the game. Victoria College have a strong team this year, and they: are running second to Poneke for the Wellington senior championship. Practically all the regular players for Victoria College will be seen in action on Wednesday. The side includes several representative players. Although the local 'Varsity team does, not stand very, high in the senior competition, they have' r been showing improved form of late, and it is expected that a fairly even contest will result, Tho following is the Victoria College team: — _ ■ Full-back,R. Mai'ks; three-quarters, J. 0. J. Malfroy, G. Kells, G. J. Sceats; fiveeighths, E. Walpole, T. Love; half-back, W. Harf wing-forward. S. Joll; forwards, C. J S. Childs, P. Martin-Smith (captain), H. N. Burns, K.:Wiren, R. K Pope, A W Bird; emergency, G. A.' Nicholls: ' The' following will represent Canterbury Backs: G. Green, R. Simmers, J. T. Shaw, C. L. Mahon, R. Calder, A. L. James, J. Brodie. Forwards: M. Barak, G. Thompson, -9;- Bryden, J. T. Burrows, A. X. Montgomery, P. Pedersen, F. Wilson, C. Drader. Emergencies: A. R. Smith and W. M. Te Awarau. ELLESMERE SUB-UNION. In the Ellesmers Sub-Union senior competition on Saturday Lincoln College defeated Irwell by S points to G. In tho junior contest College defe'ated Irwell. '' . In-a friendly game United were defeated by West-Cliristchurch District < Old Boys by 11 points.to 3. . Leeston defeated United in the third grade competition. WEST COAST UNION. (SPECIAL TO "THE PKESS.") GREYMOUTH, July 26. Although the weather. wa's;dull, and threatening on, Saturday, there was one of .the best crowds seen- this ~season at Victoria Park. United seniors pruved too .good for Stars, with Steel away, and won by 13 points to r>.. ' .Playing ,at Hokitika, Kiwi seniors.defeated Excelsior by 8 points to 5. , The We'stland junior representative team defeated Westport by 26 points to 5. The junior match atr Greymouth resulted in Cobdcn defeating United by .7 points to 5. - ■ .... ..... ■ .Star defaulted to Blakotown.--Star fourth grade defeated Technical bv 11 points to 3..-.....,.'. ' A third grade match, at Hokitika resulted in School defeating 1 Kiwi by 30 points to 6. HARDING. SHIELD, (PRESS ASSOCIATION TELEGRAM ) •• DARGAVILLEv July 25 The second Rugby game for the Hardin* Shield was played to-day in fine but windv weather, on a ground somewhat heavy. The contesting teams were Northern Wairoa (holders) and Whahgarci (challengers) After a splendid game, of which the holders had slightty the better of matters, Whan-arci won by 11 points to 6. ■ ° WELLINGTON. V. SOUTHLAND. (PRESS ASSOCIATION IELEGRAH.)' WELLINGTON, July 26 From the following the Wellington team to play Southland will be chosen:—BacksWalters, Svcnson, Johnson, Bedell, Hickev F. Tilyard, Love, M. Nicholls, Warwick; f o ' r ! wards: B. Wilson, Shearer (2), Martin-Smith Sly, Young. Porter,"Thomas, O'Regan, ilatheson, Duncan; IN OTHER CENTRES. (PRESS ASSOCIATION TKLBCBAMS.) AUCKLAND, July 03 Auckland defeated Thames by 22' p^jl f to 11. The ground was wet. apd.the gama was not brilliant. At half-time Aucttar.,l led by 1G points to 3. • .^ Ma ?<l Auckland Commercial Travellers beat WVI lington Travellers by 9 points to 6. NAPIER, July „. Hastings 8 v. High School Old Bovs s Pirates 28 v. M.A.C. 3, Marists 8- v..»,,. • lock North 7. . • a! " e " • 51ASTERT0N, J u iy,2 5 Bed. Stars 17 v. Masterton 11, Cartrw--3 v. Featherston 3, Greytown 31 v M,-.-borough 6. " WELLINGTON, July o fi^ Petone 29 v. 'Varsity 0; Old'Bovs 5r Toneke 14; Marists IS v. i.v' let it; 21 v. Berhampore 4; VVellingtcin' 3*3 ?." Selwyn 0. .■■..■«-»• The defeat of Poneke came as a. great prise. They aro now leading by 3 points £ the championship contest, a -" DUNEDIN,.Jm y o 5 Pirates G v. Alhambra 0; Kaikorai 1?"- ' Varsity A3; Zingari av. Dunodin. 3 '

LEAGUE.

AUSTRALIAN TOUR. N.Z. WINS ASHES. (bt cable— press association— copyright.) (australian and x.z. cable association.) (Received July 26th, 5.3 p.m.) SYDXF.Y". July 26. New Zealand won the ashes by 17 points to 10, after New South Wales were leading by 10 points to :". Twelve thousand people watched the New Zealanders invade the Blues - territory right at the commencement of the game, and only strong tackling: by the New South Wales backs prevented a score. <Juin reversed the position bv sprinting cleverly to New Zealand's lino. The local three-quarter line then moved downfield in an all-conquer-ing rush, but an aimless pass )irevented a certain score. Brain and O'Uourke repeatedly penetrated the defence of the Blacks, but the movements invariablv lacked the nnai touches. "Wilson-Hall fed the three-quarters well when opportunity offered. Alter further give and take play, the Bines received a penalty and Wearing opened the scoring with a goal. New South Wales .. '' n New Zealand " The visitors both- replied. Parkes and Brown were prominent,: and then from an infringement by ■ the borne' team in a scramble. Dufty kicked a penalty goal to equalise the scores. New South Wales ... " % New Zealand • • • • i The first trv was the result of a. swift move on the part of Carr, who .gathered at top speed and sent to O'Rourke, who dodged two opponents before sending Brain across. Wearing converted. Hardman scored soon after. Wearing - * kick missing by inches. New South Wales ... • •.10' New Zealand ■ • ...■-• z • The visitors then scored a penalty try. which' was awarded through Brown being interfered witli after parting with the ball. New South Wales .. • • 10 j New Zealand • ■ .. 5 , The Blacks quicklv assumed command in the second spell. O'Brien gathering from a weak kick by Finn, struggled over, Dufty failing to convert. New South Wales .'. ■ ..10 New Zealand .. .. 8 , Wilson-Hall crossed a few minutes later, the kick bringing the totals to New Zealand .. ..... 13 . New . South Wales ..,; .. 10 Tho visitors' forwards, at this'-stago were combining with, tho backs in pretty movements. Dufty added ' two penalty goals beforo the final 'whistle. ; New Zealand ... ..17 New, South Wales,..: ..10 CANTERBURY CENTRE. SATURDAY'S GAMES. Tho competitions in all six grades were continued on Saturday, and though the overhead conditions were excellent, several of tho grounm were in a sloppy condition owing to the rain overnight, ' and several of tho junior grade matches were postponed. Chief interest was taken in tho game between Marists. A and Sydenham at Monica Park, and a gcod attendance of patrons witnessed a fine game in spite of tho adyorse ground conditions. The difference in tho scores does not indicate the merit of the teams. Though not strongly represented, Addington beat Marists B after an even game, which was played, under adverso conditions. In a strenuous forward game Hornby beat Waimairi by three tries to a try and a penalty goal. . • ■ The following are tho positions of the teams; — Matches. Points. Cup P....W..... L. For Ag'st Pts. Marists 0.8. A' 10 !) 1" 177 68 18 Hornby .. 11 9 2 138 08 18 Addington .. 11 8 3 207 91 16 Waimairi .. 11 6 5 133 94 12 Sydenham .. 11 5 6 368 129 10 Marists 0.8. B 11 2 9 130 154 4 Woolston •*.. 10 2 8 56 229 4 Linwood.•••■.. 9 Marists A (20); v. Sydenham (3). ■■ Marists kicked off towards tho western goal. F. Warr was prominent in staving off a solid rush by the' Green forwards. Misfielding by the Sydenham centre-backs gave Marists possession, but a forward pass saved the.. Blues. The .Sydenham, forwards broke through and. a fine chance was lost by-their overrunning the ball. A penalty relieved the Greens, but the Sydenham full-back, H. Dymond electrified, the crowd with a brilliant run: A-sure score was lost byP; O'Connor crowding in and calling for the pass, which he: mulled. F. Warr dodged through and gave his forwards possession. The ball was carried, over the Greens' • line, but C. Robins saved. - Passing bouts by the Sydenham'backs broke down through faulty handling.: Marists attacked, and C. Batchelor scored a spectacular try behind the posts. F. Sheehan converted. A good run by E. Brosnahan set the Greens' ba'cks going, but Robins lost possession and a score. . Half-time'came with the scores: Marists' A's, Sydenham 0. The Greens had control on resuming, and a penalty by H: Blazey \fella foot short. Tho Sydenham forwards wjent to tho _ Greeens' line, but a penalty in 'a good position by F. Warr went wide. E. Fitzgerald, with a corkscrew run, drew the defence and passed to C. Batchelor, who raced over for a spectacular try, which- F. Sheehan -converted. An injury to the shoulder caused J. Kennerley, the Marists' three-quarter, to retire, and* shortly after J. Childs, the .Sydenham forward, was assisted off'with a knock on tho knee. .(J. Rutherford retrieved a mistake by splendid footwork, and gained ji..rme try,, which F. Sheehan converted. Tho Greens were throwing the ball about freely,-and-only solid tackling by the Blues kept them) out. J. O.'Malley threw, out a long pass, and after several in-and-out transfers, C.. Robin's ' secured possession and scored,, for H. Blazey to goal. In the concluding stages, the Sydenham forwards burst through, and a cross-kick left F. Warr clear, but he missed' the chance. Howover, he sent the ball'in, and H. Dawson securing possession scored close in, but F. Warr failed to goal. Tho final scores 1 were: Marists 20 points, Sydenham 3. Referee, Mr H. W. Lawrence. Addington (9).. v. Marists B (3). The turf was very greasy on the No. 2 ground at Monica Park, where AddingtAn and Marists B met, neither team being at full strength. Addington started oft - with a passing rush, and took the ball- to Marists' line, and were unlucky not to score, the ball going over tlie dead line. J. Crooke and W.. Mayne had the Greens defending witlrpretty passing, but Crooke spoilt the' effort by a wretched pass. A. Collie missed a' long pot by H. Goodmau accepted from a tussle, and- gave, his side position with a nippy run. • When in trouble he passed to'E.~o'Malley, .who repassed to Goodman, who dashed in for a good try wide out. Collie failed ,to goal. An iu"tcrception and fast cut-in had Marists' ' attacking, a bad pass holding them up on the line. Then from a ' scramble Consedino forced himself ovev wide out. Molloy failed to convert. Collie tricked the' Greens by placing for a.shot at goal, and then sending the'ball about a couple of yards to the side, -where Crooke snapped up. «nd through to score. Collie missed the goal. At the interval the scores were: Addington 6, Marists B 3. The Marias' forward.', headed by Archer and O'Shaughnessy. dashed off in the second spell, but passing rushes soon had them back on defence, Addington being almost over on two occasions. A. O'Brien started a good Green rush, which Brittenden. carried to the Magpies''lins'i but a force stopped; them. McGibbon ' headed a fine dribbling rush that caughC'Molloy in possession, a free saving. Crooke dashed down the line for a smart . trv, which' was' helped by weak tackling. Collie's kick went outside. -Collie missed a long penalty soon, after. A. O'Brien, Brittenden, and , O'Lougblin .combined, in a. strong rush for the Greens, .the last-named failing just short of the line. The final score was: Addington 9, Marists 83. Mr E. Jones was referee. Hornby (9) v..Waimaixi (5). Hornbv an'd'Waimaifi met at the Papanui Domain, the former kicking off 'against the sun. After the opening exchanges. Pabi, Pearce. and Mitchell handled well, but Hornby rushed .plav to the Waimairi twenty-five. Woodgate picked up. and passed to le Warne, who scored, but C.olline failed with the kick. Waimairi then attacked, ..Farrcll heading a rush, and Mitcflell had a fruitless shot at goal. Thev kept up the pressure, and Kisson was beaten in a race for the ball. 'Waimairi continued to attack. Smith obtained in a handy» . position, and • went on to score, but Goodall missed an .easy goal. Hornby then attacked, and Zimmerman failed with a penalty. A rush headed Tjv le Warne and "Woodgate, resulted in a force-down. Later. Keene also missed a penaltv. The Waimairi backs then gained ground, and Goodall kicked a good goal, through Hornby being penalised. Half-time sounded a few minutes later with the score: Waimairi 5, Hornby 3. On resuming. Hornby attacked, and from a scrum the ball came out to Mackic, who put in a tricky run before passing to Davis, who scored at the corner. -His kick at goal just failed. Hornby kept up the attack, and Kelly, punting down the line, gave them position, which resulted in Mackio cutting-in to score. Kelly s kick missed. Mitchell-set Waimairi attacking, and Ferns 'was in a good position; but "Vivian him ' Whea the final whistle sounded play was-at halfway, and the score read: Hornby 9, Waimairi 5. Referee, Mr A. Leitch. JTJNIOR FLAG. Addington bea 1 : Waimiiri by 42 points t-j 3. Referee, Mr F. Jago. Linwood beat Marists by 12 points to -. The Svdcnham-Hornby game was postponed owing.to' the bad state of the ground. .

THIRD GRADE. Linwood beat by 40-poinls to 8. Referee, Mr C. Tilloyshort.. j EOTTRTH GRADE. HvubT »«t Wave's liThTin a 4>£ng position. TITTH GRADE. ~,.,,.„ a nd Waimairi played 8 drawn R ame ea'ch team scoring 5 points. Referee, Mr Horn b 0 y n ar°e n winners of this grade. SIXTH GRADE. Maris's B beat Hornby B by 19 points to °' from Marists C. AVEST COAST CENTRE. (SPECIAL TO "THE I'RF.SS.") GKKYMOUTH. July 26. Hull weather with light rain prevailed for <«, urdaVs League matches. There was, a word crowd for a junior match to see the nliY-offfor the Junior Cup between Blackball and Marists. A great struggle ended 111 In view of' the approaching a Canterbury representative team a .North v. South School match was pla>ed. fcoutn i has been fleeted to p ] av Canterbury:—Forwards—H. lim-h A. Currio S. McPhec (Runanga). J. Williams (Blackball), B. O'Brien (Nelson Creek), F. Warren (Brunner) ; backs—J. Masters Ji. Manderson. G. Newton (Runanga) J. *ha in. V Bates (Brunner), W. Hogg (Blackball), n Weir (Nelson Creek); emergencies—J. 411 en L. Nvberg. L. Hunt, F. Gaibnuth To-day's games were played in drizzling seniors defeated Greymouth, at fimAto bv 17 points, to 3. Greymouth third grade defeated Nelson Creek bv 13 points to 3. Marists defeated Rovers by 5 points to 3. Brunner defeated Athletic by 6. points to -. Runanga fourth grade defeated Marists by 13 points to 2.

IN OTHER CENTRES. (PEES 3 ASSOCIATION .TBUSOllAllS.) • AUCKLAND, ■ July 23. City G v. Marist Bros. 5: Ponsonby 2o v. Athletic 5; Devonport^^^ton^.. Athletic 14 v. Kaitangata,o; Christian Brothers A 24, v. Pacific B ">; City A 36 v. plcific A 0; City B 6',v. Christian, Brothers B 2. ...

ASSOCIATION.

CHATHAM CUP. CANTERBURY FINAL. Chief interest in. local Association football on Saturday was centred in the Canterbury' final for the Chatham' Cup between Nomads and Rangers, played at. English Park. - In the. previous round Nomads had beaten Sunnyside I—o,1 —0, and Lyttelton had suffered defeat by Rangers 3—l. In the final, hpwever, Nomads ' were infinitely ■ superior' to Rangers over the second half of. the journey, and ran out winners by five goals to one! ScacViff,. the Otago champions, will now contest the South Island, final with Nomads, at English Park, next Saturday. In the competition matches a close game was .witnessed at the Mental Hospital ground between Sunnyside and Western. The home team, however, registered two goals and gathered the points. Kaiapoi avenged their first round defeat'in beating Linwood, at St. Albans Park, by three goals to one. -It was Linwood's first defeat of the season. On the run of .the. play. Addington Works .did not deserve to lose to St. Albans by four goals. Tho match was played at Spreydpn Reserve, and St. Albans won- by six goals to'two. The'Lytteltdn-Thistle, and Technical 0.8.-Villa games were not played owing to the bad state of the grounds. ■ Following are the" positions of . the teams It— . '.""'',' SENIOR A., Matches. • Goaln. P. W. L. D. F. A. P. Sunnvside ..8 7 1 Nomads, . . "76 1 ; 'l4 5 12 Rangers .. 6 3 3—. 16 13 , C Lvttelton .- '..' 6 3 3 Western. ..8 1: 6 1 , 8.. 20 .3 Thistle ... 7 -24 •• 1 SENIOR 8.. . ' - Linwood ' .. 8 6 1 .1 33 :14 "13 Kaiapoi ...9.6 3 Villa ... 7 3 2 '2 ,14 15 8; Tech. 0.8. ..8 3 4 1 26 21 7 St. Albans... '8 2 3 3 20 16 7 Add 'Works 8 —.7 1 10 ,48, ' 'Nomads' (5) v. Bangers. (1). -. The Stadium ground was soft and treachery ous for.the cup-tie between Nomads .arid Rangers: The weather was fine and the. attendance moderate. Rangers wire without Gibson, at centre-forward, and Mitchell was brought up into the attack., Rangers kicked' off facing tho sun and almost immediately put -Nomads on-the defensive.- .A' .strong clearance by Flood relieved,, and for a period the opposing half-backs were conspicuous in some lively exchanges. Then John McDougall sent forward, and James McDougall swung the ball out to the right.Purves gathered, and making ground ho sent in a long shot which stru.ck the upright and rebounded into play.-James McDougall was on the spot; unmarked, and he drove the ball into the net at short range. Following this success Nomads kept <sup the pressure, but Morley, Lusk, and Howarth kept the ' invaders out. Muscroft was prominent for Nomads in a left flank movement, ,: and''he sent on to Chapman who drove for goal. Aspinall covered- smartly, but.Nomads came again and forced two corners which the Rangers' defence oleared with- . difficulty. From half-way Purves arid Crookstou made ground for Nomads, and from a cross Chap- 1 man sent to goal. Perry punched the ball out and Morley put Rangers attacking through Ives. Tho winger closed on the goal, but: Graham, raqed oyer and-cleared from a; dangerous position. In another Rangers' attack Barwell sent to Bissett, to Norman,' who .sent in a great shot which ' Jacksongathered. Play swung to the other end, and in a desperate assault ;on the' Rangers' goal a defender accidentally handled the ball, but a penalty kick was awarded. Graham nettedthe ball and the score at half-time ,was: Nomads 2, Rangers 0. ' From, the kick-off a Rangers' attack pro-, miscd results, but the Nomads' defence; was safe. Play quickly veered to the other end. and under a severe bombardment 'Perry. kept the Rangers' goal intact. Bangers.retaliated down the centre, and following a fine sok> run Howarth was-nearly • through. Rangers maintained their advantage and Norman sent in a hot shot which struck the cross-bar and returned, to. play. , Barwell was handy, and he kicked . through at short range. The following exchanges were even until Flood, with a long k'iek, put Noiriads attacking. Morley slipped - in ' challenging James McDougall, and. left him with "iv clear run in. From the centre-kick ißangcrs;attacked strongly, but the forward's 'lost ' many excellent opportunities through hesitating to shoot. Then Purves made n break for Nomads. A good centre was "gathered by James McDougall, and he drove, the ball into the net at short range. Rangers were now kept on the defensive, and Purves again sent the ball over for Colin McDougall to drive in from under the bar. Play swung to the other end and two corners to Rangers were cleared. Graham finally clcnrert with a long kick, and Culin McDougall gave Cropkston a great scoring chance, but Barwell relieved in the nick of time. Play was at half-way when time was called with the score: Nomads 0, Rangers 1. Referee, Mr F. Campbell.. Sunnyside (2) v. Western (0). ■'- Plaving at the Mental Hospital ground, Sunnvside kicked off against Western, and immediately attacked. Sutherland placed to B'rownlie, "who shot, but Andrews . fisted out. Trotter gathered smartly and drove tbo ball into the net, but' the whistle -had sounded for hands. For a period Sunnysidy attacked strongly', but good defensive play bv Whittington and Roberts kept the Western goal intact. Then Western took a hand with Hoy and Pilling prominent, but the shot at. goal-went wide. Play was fast and interesting, both sides showing good combination and enterprise. McLachlan broke awav with Sutherland in support. Trotter accepted the centro and drove for goal, but Andrews snapped up.and cleared. From half-,,-av Uond sent Mizen away for Sunnyside. The winger made ground and.centred for Trotter to score with a fast shot. The plav continued to be fast and interesting, but there'was no further score when the interval was called. . , ~ , The second half opened with lively exchanges, but Sunnyside were the more dan"erous. Roberts repulsed a dangerous movement, but Sunnyside came again and Trotter narrowly missed scoring. Smart play by Bentick. followed by a centre, brought tho Sunnvside defence into action. Thompson was next prominent for SuDnyside, and he sent over to Mizen, who lobbed the ball to goal Trotter connected with his head but Andrews ~athered and cleared. Sunnyside continued "to attack, and shots Trotter •md Rob«on I'ullv extended Andrews to .clear. Another fine run by Bentick was followed bv a hot shot which Callaghan, in goal for Sunnvside, did well to. cover. Play quickly swuni: to the other end, and from a pass by Browning, Trotter missed goaling by inches. Western played hard for the equahsinz "oal but the Stinny3ide defence was in gooVform. Following fast exchanges. Sunnyfide attacked strongly and Sutherland, who had been playing a superb game found the net Time was called with the score: Sunnyside 2, Western 0. Referee, Mr Robinson.

St. Albans (6) v. Addington Works (2). *t cinrevdon Domain St. Albans took the field one man sliort. From the Kick off A/Min<rton attacked and forced an abortive irner St Albans pressed and Donaldson* e .™ ~., i„ an Addington attack Farmer was prominent, but ; shot wide. Then Colville was unlucky with a fine and-shot. Mrf'lean- was playing a good . game for Sgon andjust failed with a long drive. "From a throw-in.Gascojuo crossed.

Mahpny ? a Ad-Dawkins '.< missed badly and Taylor tapped the ball into, an empty goal. Keva, .came on and.-; broughtr St. ■•■•Albans uy to "fall' strength..? Addington . .attacked;' from the- kick .and..,bomb'ai}ded Gullcn'• witH shots.. In a left wing, attack.' Diinstan crossed/ for Gabb to equalise with a beauty. S.t. A ' b, i ns pressed and- forced a: comer, but IJftwkms cleared" "'wW Sl'. ' AlbiiHV would not, be denied, and' Colville '"again gavjg them the lead with a fast drive. • Addington forced a corner, and from the kick Lamont brought ■Oullen- ~ 'At. the . other end Donaldson, crossed, ,but .the St.. Albans forwards were;-too far .hack. .Jn„ an Addington attack Griov'o put toGabb who shot and Cullen's clearing kick . re.bound,ed from Br&m net. St." Albans came again and Dawkins saved' finely from Donaldson, and Bhortlv after did well to clear, from a melee in goal. . At the. St.. Albans goal Grieve put through, but was rilled offside. Lamont retired' injured. '• ■ Colville,, worked through and put to Gascoyne, who contred for Taylor to .score an easy goal. The halftime score was: St. Albans. 3, Addington 2. • Addington made -the initial attack,' but St. Albans repulsed, strongly, and Colville again just failed.' shortly after Gascoyne shot over from a difficult "angle. St. Albans came again and Colville touched to-'Taylor, who put through from close in. ' Gibson Bbone in a solo run the length of the'field, and-his finishing shot just grazed-the post. Shortly after Parmer forced a corner, which Gascoyne cleared. Afc tho. other end Col-> villo put across for Donaldson, to. break through, and make no mistake with a fine drive. End to. end play ensued with St. Albans attacking the more. Farther forced a corner,.and from the kick Lamont' put past. A 'corner to Addington-was'/beaded over byBryan and. a succeeding, oil ft put behind. Addington were playing well and Gibson,Lamont and > .jGabb.i-were--unfortunate with' shots. Lamont missed • n penalty, fpr an-infringement-against ■ Farmer. St. Albans attacked and Gascoyne worked through 'to score a beauty. In an Addington attack Farmer shot for CulTeii to turn past for a corner. From the kick Gibson touched-i to Lamont, who put past.' At the' other end Gascoyne ,and Donaldson ' were prominent with fine drives. Time ,W»s : called with the score: St. Albans.o,. Addington Works 2. Referee, Mr Yates. ••-'•'• Kaiapoi .(3) v. Llnvyood <!)..• "

This match was played at St. Albans Parle, -which was father slippery at the north -end: -Kaiapfli'.,.kicked . off and immediately became dangerous,' Bird relieving.' The; play went: to- .the other end. but ■Kaiapoi's defence 'wan'Vitfe. ; :I)urie placed rthe ball well.,to ttfc.leff. ' S.bhth .made ground ; and .placed' well, from .near . .the corner.. T?he Kaiapoi. centre showed a clever bit of footwork and ' Isles ° sent in' a. fast shot which struck- the -upright. .The , ball rebounded- to Howarth, -\vhd made .no mistake', . Linwood • got Invay and .Jested. Hirst, who. Cleared. Cowan received, and placing well, forward. Isles and Bruce raced for the Linwood g0a1,.. "3*3ymvrfl conceding.-a 'corner. Isles .placed W£ll"bilt: Williamson got-posses-sion, .and relieved uplenriidly.--;-Kaiapoi got away-again, but Hirst-shot just outside the post".'- Lirfwbod -brightened- up- considerably and- broke through the- Kaiapoi: defencev. Nelson put in a fast shot which Hirst failed to s-top. Both ' custodians'.'wero repeatcdly tested, but kept" their ' respective goals intact until the interval, which was called with the score I all. Linwood got away from the kick-off'and Harbutt had a good chance but shot past. Kaiapoi were now showing better football, and from- the '. half-back lino the forwards were receiving some wcil ph-ocd kicks. South got, away on the' left, and gave Williamson'no chance to save. A few minutes Infer Howarth beat Williamson wifh a fast low' shot. "This seemed to take- the vim out- of Linwood, and Kaiapoi were in the Linwood territory most of the time. Linwood occasionally made a rush and tested Hirst, hut he always cleared, and the game ended with the score. Kaiapoi «, Linwood 1. Mr Stout was referee. - - lijttelton. v. Thistle. On inspecting the ground at Krisor's road, the referee decided that it was unplayable, and the match between Lyttelton and Thistle was postponed. -.,-..... Seuior-B Grade. The match between Technical Old Bovs and Villa was postponed owing to the bad state of the ground. JUNIOR GBADE. , Lyttelton, 3. v. St. Albans 2. (A protest lodged.) Lyttelton' 3 v. St. Albans 2. ' ' Thistle 1 v. Y.M.C.A.v'U..-.-. Western 2 v. Rangers 2. .' . THIRD,GBADE. Technical Old Boys v. St. ; Albans (postponed). <? JOUBTH GBADE. Spreydon 6 v. St. Albans 2. ' ASHBURTON SUB-ASSOCIATION. The Junior competition under the auspices of. the Ashburton Football..Siib'-'AsAociation was brought to a close during the week, and iwas won by Wanderers with 10 points, Wakunni being runners-up with six points, i Ou Saturday afternocn Wanderers journeyed to Wakanui,-where .a Junior match Was held. The latter won by five goals to two. For the winners, goals were scored by \" Wilson (2), JJ, C'avell (2), r ahd*U. Giles/ and for Wanderers by J, 'Muriso'n and S. 31cElhinney. Mr H..,Moody was referee.

'Addington -Convent 0. Ad'ton . Convent 9 1 S^Hh^bH The' Schools' reprcgenUtlTj&WHH siblcs v. Probables) wi|l ''JMatftßfl English Park tcday imtea^aHMM ' (PBE3S OT^HBH Championship—Y.Jl.CAi >%WhH Scottish, Wanderers 1 v. IbsJm§HHßH| Senior. B (Victory Pnnl' IffIPWM |W'elgasco 0; Y.M.C.A. c , * TaffifllSßil ! Old Boys 4 t. K»itang*lsljllf|BHj| v. Maori -Hill. 1, | !>, Seacliff 1 v. Korthera 0. ENGLISH FIFTH TEST W(^ffl| (BY CAB&X—FBKSS (AUSTRALIAN AHD SJS. C ** U |^9j^^| weather was perfect. the better of the"' cichaniefc.y^jSHMW Early in the first-hall SteHMSB^H land were" hard pressed, P»*'»jMm|lßßfl sions showed that ther pass back to a man T* 9 Charlton opened the score a penalty against Australia.^j&BHH .defence saved' the :> Bit*M*njliJjHlfl Robinson (goalkeeper) ra*£|j9^H ' form. ' A third penally law MSSSHH for upsetting' Elkes -when "was sent ' over the bar &r^Sßffl^^H the spectators derful individual play- J^sSnH^^H ;. The second goal for. after the interval, lrhea' *~ffiS§B«BWg Charlton, Graham, EUce*, and for- Australia TmSmBH Edwards, Series and ■ England-has won all ttj> Jgjg^Mß Walia 4. ' The best scoww I^^«H|