FOOTBALL.

Press, Volume LXV, Issue 19643, 12 June 1929, Page 8

FOOTBALL.

THE RUGBY GAME. AND COMMENTS. [By "Wins-Forward.' 1 ] Australian Universities' Tour. is the dominant impreasiou left by the Australian University liugby tram, which concludes its New Zealand tour at Auckland to-day, and nnu can only wonder at tho temerity of the controlling body of Australian University football sending to tho Dominion a team of such poor quality. The Australians are fully iiware of the strength of New Zealand football, and of 'Varsity liugby, especially in view of the fact that the tour University Colleges won the tour main club championships lust weapon. It »» a matter of conjeeture vb< ther tho best available Australian University tcam would prove successful in • ' Zealand, but (here was »,.> question ot the r<v.ult of a tour by a. team y. hicli wafi candidly admit tod to bo only a »w»iikl-i »lo side. 'l'ho tmir \s ;us *i f.uhin 1 troin a tootball viewpoint., and tho derisive defeats inflicted by tho Ota go 'Varsity and Canterbury Col lose clubs .showed the visitors in a very bad light. The Australian student* proved theirtu'lveb a fine body of sportsmen during, their stay b«>ro. They were personally very popular.

New Zealand Teaan for Australia. It would appear that favourable comment oil the selection of the All Black team to tour Australia this month has been u little premature in regard to the filling of one or two posit ions. The writ» r has received advice irom a wellknown judge of the game who saw the trial match in Wellington, and Jiis criticism arouses scepticism concerning 4lte selectors' action in some instances.

The Wellington follower of the game diMcrihef the election as sound except in regard to tho omission of one or two players. His chief criticism is levelled at thu inclusion of C. (centre) and 15. Geddes (wing) in preference to W. Carlson and B. Trotter. Stringfellow ho describes as weak in Ihe trial mutch, and Carlson's display was described as very promising. A big, heavy, and fast man, Carlson ft em to be the makings of a firstrlass centre and his omission, in view of the dearth of good centres in the Dominion, was surprising. Trotter played a dashing sraine, and was the only wing besides Rushbrook, who was starved of the ball, to show any degree «vf determination. General surprise was felt by those who saw the gnmo at Trotter's omission, especially when he was discarded in favour of Geddes, who is described as possessing speed but no football ability. Other experts read: —11. Lilburne played a f.nislted came, and was the only five-eighth of class; G. Nepia played brilliantly, showing all his old form. R. Cundy wns very weak, runnine across the field, and failing entirely as a pivot of attack. Dalley played & wonderful game, and Heazlewood *as very unlucky to be opposed "by Nepia. The forwards were a solid lot, but not up to the best All Black standard. A. T. Cottrell and C. Sonntag were conspicuous for good work, and C. G. Porter displayed his old generalship and experienced work. ft must be remembered that the ■electors are not guided solely by the form displayed in the trial match, but even so, in view of the opinions of the *!»ovo sound judge, and of some of the players themselves, it seems that the selectors have erred in respect to Carlson and Trotter. Inter-Club Competition.

Bright aDc l attractive football was promised last Saturday when four of the Leading teams wore engaged in cantesta which were expected to provide close, exciting, and interesting games. Once again Lancaster Park patrons were doomed to disappointment, and tho football seen at the Park was far from brilliant. There have been only two roally good games on the Oval this season, these being the Albion-Old Boys, and the Merivale-Christcliureh encounters. Generally, the competition otherwise has provided a poor standard of football, and it is evident that the presence of the weaker clubs has lowered the standard more than was at first thought. Hie laxity, and apathetic attitude adopted by a leading team against a weak team is bound to influence the players on the following Saturday, and there can be no question of the fact that many of the leading teams are not displaying the form that should be produced. It is not unfair t.i other teams to assert that the Chris tchurch senior fifteen owes L.uch of its indifferent displays of late to the •any rim of matches it had in the early rounds. Its defence Was not tested, and was therefore not perfect n hen needed in subsequent matches against good teams. By their win 011 Saturday, Old Boys are in a very advantageous position, and will have to suffer two defeats before loeing their premier position. They w*>re a little fortunate in meeting 'Varsitv with a weakened team, and their di&play was not altogether convincing. It was not until the latter part of the game, when the students were making frequent mistakes, that the Whites assumed the aacendaiu-y. The game had its bright moments, but fell much below expectations.

Hje main difference between Christchurch and Albion was that the latter team played with more dash, and that the forwards displayed more "devil." There was only one score in a game which was remarkable for the splendid defensive play of both teams. With a reorganised back-line Cbristchurch did not combine very well, and wild passing spoilt many promising movements. The heavy forwards went well, playing very solidly, but lacking tho inspiration and "devil" of the lighter Albion vanguard. The stern defence of both teams robbed the game of much *pcftacular interest, but the evenness of tho content made it interesting. The Merivale players gave the idea that they were cijoying a "picnic" game against Technical, .ind the issue was never in doubt. In a hard, even, slugging match, "Linwood managed to gain a narrow victory against tho enthusiastic Sydenham team. There was little between tho teams, and tho Sydenham players showed improved form. Although Old Hovs arc firm favourites for next Saturday's fixture against tho writer is l.y no means convinced of the superiority which is claimed for the Whites. The Christchurch team is a good one, of which the best hna not been seen, and if the team settles down to consistent j»luv it should break Old boys' so far unbeaten record. The fixture between tho old rivals is one of the features of every football season, and Saturday's garno should recompense spectators for Home of the previous poor matches. If Old Hoys win again, the competition will lose much of its interest, and Merivale will be the only other club with prospects of success. Play and Players.

Saturday was a bad day for casualties, and among those injured were: X. Doreen (Meri vale), A. 0. O. Robtlliard (Cliristchurcb), A. McKerrow arid A. E. Laing (Albion), and W. WiKiwhiri ('Varsity). A thrilling last-minute try won vioto*y for Victoria Coll eg© a£&i]is| Bex-

hampore at Wellington on Saturday. Just before time Berhampore were leading by 11 points (two potted goals and a penalty goal) to 9 (two tries and a penalty goal),,when.a 'Varsity rush saw Mackay streak down the line. I>rawing the full-back, h© passed to Nevin, who crossed at the corner just as he was tackled. Other Wellington gamed saw the defeat of Poneke by Oriental, and of Petone by Old Boystwo rather surprising results. Athletic now lead by one point from University. Dunedin is having a very even inter-club competition this year, and the defeat of Pirates by Kaikorai on Saturday places 'Varsity and Pirates (■qua!, with Kaikorai one point behind. Pi rates were unbeaten before Saturday, when the hard, solid play of the Kaikorai forwards gave them victory by 8 points to nil. Auckland club matches have been of a fairly good standard this season, and tho close contest between Ponsonby, 'Varsity, anil Training College for the premiership is arousing keen interest. Last Saturday's matches pro\*ided no surprises, and the issue appears as open as ever. J. 11. McAuliffe made his first appearance for Christchurch on Saturday, playing a very sound game at second live-eighth. It is early yet to criticise, but the ex-Southiander gave a display full of promise. It is a pity that the 'Varsity Club plays such a good scrum forward as A. R. Smith as rover. As a wingforward Smith is out of his element, and is unable to do justice cither to his team or himself. The 'Varsity full-back, \V. J. Scott, gave a line display on Saturday, and he often rose to brilliant heights. lie does not impress in a tight corner, however, and suggests that he would attain distinction more as a wing threequarter than as a full-back. The once-famous All Black wing, Jack Steel, gave a good all-round display on Saturday, his powerful punts being one of the features of the day.

J. R. Hawkes, the only Canterbury man in the third 'Varsity Test match, returned to Christchureh yesterday. L. G. Loveridge, who played in the first two Tests, was in great form in Wellington, being described as the best back on the ground. The absence of these two backs played a big part in 'Varsity's defeat on Saturday.

A. C. O. Eobilliard has been unfortunate this season. At the start of the season he received a knock to the knee injured in South Africa, and was forced to stand down until last Saturday. lie had been on the field for only a few minutes when he received another knock, and it is extremely improbable that he will play again this season. During the short period he was on the field he gave a finished exhibition of fielding and kicking, and promised to produce his best form. His enforced retirement is unfortunate both for his club, Christchureh, and for Canterbury. It is to be hoped that his knee will have recovered by next season, as Eobilliard is one of the few firstclass wing three-quarters available for selection against tno British teani. The unusual occurrence of two All Black first five-eighths opposing each other happened in the Albion and Christchureh match, when H. Lilburne marked N. P. McGregor. Both are renowned for their defensive qualities, and it is significant that neither player attempted to beat the other. Both played good games, particularly on defence, but neither displayed any brilliance on attack, due mainly to the mutual recognition of each other's calibre.

One of the surprising features of the play of such a good team as the Old Boys' senior fifteen is the obstructionist tactics adopted l>y several of the members. This unsportsmanlike practice is much to be condemned, and the awarding of two penalties for particularly glaring offences on Saturday drew the approval of the spectators.

ELLBSMERE SUB-UNION.

The monthly meeting of the Ellesmere Rugby Football Sub-Union was held at Leeston 011 Monday evening, Mr R. T. McMillan presiding. With reference to the adjourned application from the United Club for permission to play its home matches in the second round on the Lincoln Recreation Ground, the delegates reported having inspected the ground, which was now in satisfactory order. A pavilion wa3 being erected. Mr Dallard moved that, in view of this report, the application should be granted. Mr Calder moved an amendment that permisajon should be granted for this year only, and that the future policy of the SubUnion witlk regard to grounds should bo discussed immediately. Mr W. S. McLaughlin seconded. The amendment was carried. Mr Calder moved a recommendation to all clubs that they should play 'on one gronnd only. Mr Hoskin seconded, and the motion.was carried. A. R Ormond, of College Club, lodged a further application for reinstatement from first to second grade status. The application was declined in view of the player's past football record. W. Graydon and W. Parriss. both of Leeston Club, applied for reinstatement as second grade players. The former's application was declined, and the latter's was granted. Mr F. Miller, a line umpire at the South-bridge-Waihora match last Saturday, complained of the conduct of a spectator named Hopley, alleging that he had made himself objectionable by passing insulting remarks. Mr Beamsley' moved that the Sub-Union should write to the man complained of, warning him that in the event of any recurrence of his abusive conduct he would be barred from all football grounds under the Sub-Union's control. Mr H. D. Jones seconded, and the motion was carried.

An application for the admission of a Sed?emere-Lakeside team in the schools competition wns declined, the competition having already commenced, but it was agreed that the Sub-Union should endeavour to arrange friendly week-end matches for the team. Several applications for school footballs wore received. The Canterbury Rugby Union notified that it had decided to grant tho Sub-Union JE3 for schools' football. Messrs Bruce, Calder, Jones, and the secretary were appointed a sub-committee to consider the allocation of the schools grant and submit its recommendation to the executive. It was decided to hold the seven-a-side tournament at Dunsandel on Saturday, August 3rd. A motion that the tournament should be centralised permanently at Leeston was defeated.

It was resolved that the representative match against Peninsula on July 6tU should be played at Leeston. Mr Macplierson mentioned that the matches in the echools competition were not always played on the dates set down, and confusion resulted. The Sub-Union had been too lax in controlling the school games. He moved that every match should be played on a Saturday, and that the referees should be appointed by the Appointment Committee. The president agreed that a stated day should be fixed, and suggested that th 9 headmasters should hold a conference to decide up«n the day that best suited them. The motion was altered ill conformity with the president's suggestion, and carried. Mr Bruce was appointed convener for schools on the Ellesmere side, 3nd Mr Maxwell for schools in the Springs County. The Southbridge Club was eranted permi«sion to play a match against 'Varsity, and College was granted permission to play against Christ's College. The following? draw was issued for the next four Saturdays:— FIRST GRADE. June 15th.—Leeston v. Collese. at Leeston (Mr W. S. McLanghlin) ; Waihora v. United, at Waihora (Mr J. W. Calder) ; Dunsandel v. Irwell. at Dunsandel (Mr H. A. Brown) ; Southbridge, a bye. June C2nd.—United v. Southbridge, at Lincoln (Mr H. D. Jones) ; College v. Dunsandel, at College (Mr .T. S. Simpson> ; Irwell v. Waihora. at Irwell (Mr Jack Miller) ; Leeston, a bye. June 29tli—Dunsandel v. Leeston, at Dunsandel (Mr S. Tweedy); Southbridge v. Irwell, at Southbridge (Mr H. A. Brownl; Waihora v. College, at Waihora (Mr W. S. McLaughlin); United, a bye. July 6th.—Ellesmere v. Peninsula representative match (Mr H. A. Brown). SECOXD GRADE. June 15th.—College v. Leeston, at College (Mr James Miller); United v. Waihora. at Lincoln (Mr A. J. Sheat); Eoi'eston v. Dunsandel, at Rolleston (Mr B. H. Davis) ; Southbridge, a bye. June _ C2nd.—Southbridge v. United, at Southbridge (Mr W. V. Chatterton) ; Dunsandel v. College, at Dunsandel (Mr H. G. Hubbard) ; Waihora t. Rolleston, at Waihora (Mr J. E. Maxwell) ; Leeston, a bye. June 29th.—Leeston v. Dunsandel. at Leeston (Mr J. Hannah): Rolleston v. Southbridge, at Rolleston (Mr J. W. Calder> ; College v. Waihora, at College (Mr J. E. Maxwell); Csited, »

J FIXTURES FOR SATURDAY. Senior A—Svder.iia.rn v. Merivale, Lancaster Park West, Mr C. McLachian; Albion v. Linwood, Lancaster Park South, Mr A. j E. Henderson; Christchurch v. High School I Old Bova, Lancaster Park Oval, Mr Tl. J. iG. Coliin?; West 03<i Boys v. Ter'"ical, j Show Grounds Ko. 1, Mr A- J. Mason; J 'Varsity, a bye. I Senior B—Old Collegians v. Lin wood, Linj wood Park, Mr B. K. Hawkings; Kaiapoi j v. Training College, Polo No.. 1 i>.P., Mr J." R. Hampton; 'Varsity v. jsunnyside, j Sunnvside, Mr A. "Woodsiord; Cani terbury v. Albion. Show Grounds No. 2. 1 Mr G. S. A. Biltclin; Hirh School Old Boys I v." Christchurch. H.S. Old Bova' ground. 1 Ko. 1-2 N.P., 3.50 p.m., ilr K. H. Perrin; I 8». Andrew's Old Boys v. Merivale. Polo i No. 2 S.P., 2.45 p.m., Mr L. Hardie. ! .Junior I.— Svden'-ani v. leclinical Old j Boys, Sydenham Park. 2.45 p.m., Mr iT. j Clarkson ; "Linwood v. High School Old Boye, Woolston Park. 2.'5 p.m.. Mr P Coekroft; j Albion v. Christchurch. Christchurch I ground. So. 7 X.P.. 1-30 P-™ . 3ir T). Bar- | i-.-tt; Varsitv v. West Old Boys. 'Varsity No. 5 If .P." 2.45 p.m., Mr E. E. Mayes; Merivale, a bye. Junior 11. v. Aranu;, 215 Wa:noni road, Mr W. Smyths; 'Varsity t. v.M'".*.. Y.51.C.A. No- 23 N.P., Mr F. J. Stokes; Old Collegians v. Linwood. Elmwood Park, Mr F. Sinclair; North Canterbury v. Technical Old Bovs. Bangiora No. I, lir M. L. Higgins; High School Old Boys v. Christchurch, Barrington street Mr H. Kennedr. Junior lll.—"West Old Boys v. St. Andrew's Old Bovs, St. Andrew s College No. 2, Mr J K. Murphy; Training College v. Svdenham, Polo No. 3 S.P., Mr M. Campbell; High School Old Papanui, Innes road re-serve, Mr L. A. Keys; Kaiapoi v. Albion, Kaiapoi No. 1, Mr A. Thompson ; Richmond v. Aranui, Polo No. 4 S.P., Mr R. T. Bailey; New Brighton v. Christchurch, New Brighton. Mr K. Hewitt. President's I.—Christ College y. L'.mvood, Christ's Collars, Mr J. T. Gv.-ynne; 'Varsity v. Eoya' High School. Straven roa<i, Picenrton, Mr L. C. Ilobbs; High School Oid Bovs v. St. Bede's, St. Bede's College, Mr E." Rudkin ; Merivale v. Christchurch. Merivale ground. St.. Albans Park, Mr 3. McConnack; Technical Old Boys v. An- j drew'a College, St. Andrew's College No. 1, ! Mr R. Spooner. j TT__AlV>;nn V. Tfic'ltllfiaJ. En-

sor's roa-d, Mr Steel; Bromley IIi?H School Old Boys. Polo >"o 5 S.P., Mr F._o. Schmidt; Kiccarton t. Chriatahut'ch, Christ- i church No. 27 N.P., Mr S. Turnbull; Richmond v. Christ's College, Richmond Par! - , Mr E. Blazey; Halswell v. Merivale, Polo No. 7 S.P., "Mr J. Bradsiiaw. President's lll.—Merivale, " bye; Sydenham, a bye; Linwood v. North Canterbury, Linwood ground No. 24 N.P., Mr C. Crazier; Kaiapoi v. High School Old Boys, Kaiapoi No. Mr A. I'. Kollineon; Sumner v. Bors' fligh School, 'Varsity ground Ko. 29 K.P.. itr C. A. Stiles. Tinder 17—Christ church v. Linwood >, Christcimrch ground, Beckeiiham Park, Mr J. Gordon; Sydenham v. High School Old Poys, Opawa, Park No. 2, Mr W. McLaughlin ; North Canterbury v. Technical Old Boys, Eangioia Ko. 2. Mr W. 'lempleton; Boys' High School v. West Old Boys, WeeL (>l<l Boys' ground, Barrington street, Mr L. Heap j Monvale v. Kaiapoi, High Scuool Old 13,-iva' ground No. 25 N.P., Mr H. 1-. Had ley"; Albion v. Linwood B, Albion ground Ko. 21 S.P.. Mr C. G. Crawford. Cnder 16—Linwood v. Richmond. Training. College ground, St. Albana Park No. 2, Mr C. W. Beattie; Technical Old Boys t. Suruner, Sumner, Mr S. C. Murray; Merivale v. Sydenham, Merivale No. 14 N.P., Mr J Armstrong; Boys' High School, a bye. Under 15—-Technical Oid Boys B v. West Old Bovs, Ensor's road, 1.30, Mr H. 1. Fuller; "Technical Old Boys A v. Merivale. Merivale No. f> N.P., 1.30 p.m., Mr A. Ludecke; Bovs' High School A v. Boys' High School B, Polo Ko. 1, 1.30 p.m., Nr W. S. Baverstock. 8s t 71b—Sydenham, a bye; Christchurcn v. Merivale, Opawa Park No. 1, 1.30 p.m., C. h. Brock; Linwood v. Albion, Linwcod Park No. 1, 1.30 p.m., Mr V. Colville. 7st—Albion v. Linwood A, Lancaster Park Ova!, 1.30 p.m., Mr A. Smale; Christcburch B v. Merivale, Opawa Park No. 1, 1.30 p.m., Mr A. D. Coates; Linwood B v. High School Old Boys, Lancaster Park South, 1.30 p.m., Mr H. Campbell; ChristI church A v. Sydenham A. Lancaster Park West, 1.30 p.m., Mr T. Eggieton; Sydenham B v. Y.M.C.A.. Sydenham Park, 1.30 ; p.m., Mr AT. Gilmour.

NORTH CANTERBURY SUB-UNION The following have been selected to represent North Canterbury against Hurunui at Amberley on Saturday:--Senior. —W. Watsfii (Glenmark), C. Mann (Oxford), D. C. Nixon (Woodend), Te Aika (Tuahnvi), T. Jordan (Woodend). J. Mann (Oxford), F. Adauis (Oxford ), A. I'. Ellis (Oxford), J. Smith (Oust), J. Wyllio (Glenmark), J. Pickering (Cust), C. R. Watson (Oxford). B. Dando (Kowai), B. Huria (Woodend), L. Voice (Tuahhvi). Emergencies—C. Adams (Kowai), J. Mallard (Loburn), J. Faulls (Loburn), G. Davidson (Cust), A. Cameron (Glenmark). Junior —H. Rhodes (Amberley), G. Russell (Glenmark), R. Coleman (Amberley), X. Little (Glenmark), R. Sloxs (Glenmark), L. B. Debenham (Oxford), Les Croft (Amberley), T. Cliinnery (Woodend), R. Croft (Amberley), R. Chinnery (Woodend), A. Sloss (Glenmark). W. Hadley (Amberley). H. Vettic (Kow-ai). A. Mansfield (Amberley), B. Pachnatz (Oxford). Emergencies—E. Alford (Oxford),) E. Manning (Amberley). C. Monk (Oxford), W. Qiiartermain (Amberlev), D. McGrath (Oxford), T. McGowan (Kowai).

RUGBY LEAGUE. FIXTURES FOR SATURDAY. Seniors. —Marist v. Sydenham, Monica Park No. 1 (referee Mr G. Brittenden) ; Hornby v. Addington, Monica Park No. 'J (referoa Mr C. Allen) ; Woolston v. Waimairi, Woolston Park (referee Mr C. Hill). Juniors.—Woolston v. West Coasters, Innes road (referee Mr S. Styles); Linwood v. Waimairi, St. James Park (referee Mr P. Saunders) ; Marist v. Hornby, Hornby (referee Mr E. King) ; Addington, a bye. Thirds.—Templeton v. Marist, Jerrold street (referee Mr J. Underwood) ; Addingtou v. Riccarton. Wliarenui School (referee Mr R. Keller) ; Hornby v. Waimairi, Papanui Domain (refereo Mr T. Carroll) ; Sydenham, a bye. Fourths.—Addington v. Riccarton, Jerrold street. 1.30 p.m. (referee Mr P. Cotton) ; Sydenham v. Marist R, Sydenham Park, 1.30 p.m. (referee Mr H. Perkins) : Marist A v. Woolston, Monica No. 2, at 1.30 a.m. (referee Mr W. Desmond) ; Linwood v. Hornby, Linwood Park, 2.45 p.m. (referee Mr E. Geary). V' Sixth.—Linwood v. Marist, Monica No. 1. at 1.30 p.m. (referee Mr C. Johnston) ; Hornby, a bye. Seventh.—Waimairi v. Marist B. St. .Tames Park, at 1.30 p.m. (referee Mr P. Saunders); Riccarton v. St. Joseph's, at St. Joseph's, at 3 p.m. (referee Mr P. Kirton); Riccarton B v. Marist A, at Wharenui School, at 3.30 p.m. (referee Mr R. Keller) ; Linwood, a bye. Schoolboys.—Addington v. Riccarton, Jerrold street, 1 p.m. (referee Mr C. Olliver); Marist B v. Sydenham A, Monica No. 1. 1 p.m. (referee 3lr B. Green) ; Marist A v. Linwood A. Liawood Park. 1 p.m. Creferee Mr W. Main): St. Joseph's v. Sydenham B. at St. Joseph's, 2 p.m. (referee Mr P. Kirton) ; Linwood B, a bye.

ASSOCIATION. MEETING OF EXECUTIVE. The executive of the Canterbury Football Association met last night. Present: Messrs C. H. Bascand (in the chair). W. E. Leadley, R. English. R. B. Bunt, S. Doree, L. Sharr, W. - Wardell, D. Thompson, J. Jennings, G. M. Anderson, H. Wilkins, C. E. Keys, J. Stout, and I. Phillips. Mr Leadley reported on his interview with the Railway Department in connexion with the proposed visit of a Canterbury team to the West Coast for a challenge match for the Peter Dawson Cup. The report was adopted. The secretary of the Marist Ciub wrote agreeing to meet the officials of the Association to-morrow. Messrs Bascand, Knglish, Jennings, and Dr. Marks were appointed deleeatef. The Director of the Wellington Beys' Institute wrote on behalf of its fourth grade team, requesting the Canterbury Association to arrange a match with its fourth grade team, to be played at Christehurch, during August or September. Mr Bunt said the Association should encourage these visits, and moved that if the local fourth grade team can billet the visitors the trip be allowed. A rcquegt from the Lyttelton Club that D. Taylor be regraded was refused. New Brighton were added to the list of challengers for the Chatham Cup. Kelt Saturday's Games. v. Nomads, English Park (Mr Wilson); Western v. Rangers, Spreydon (Mr Doree) ; Brighton v. Kaiapoi, Hagley i (Mr Cawtheray) ; Sumner v. St. Albans, Richmond (Mr Campbell) : Technical v. Villa, Hagley No. ?. Juniors —Western v. Air Force, Sockburn (Mr Merritt) : Marist t. Brig-hton, Hag'.ey ■So. 4 (Mr Craggs) : Spreydog v. Sumner, ißaeor * > T o. 3. (tfi Jessies:); Thistle B

Technical Old Boys, Ensor's So. 1 (Mr Newton) : Thistle A v. St. Albans, Ilagley No 1 (Mr Ho-rrarth), all at 2.43 p.m.; Y.M CA* v. Nomads, English Park (Mr Stout), at 1.15 p.m.; Lyttelton. a bye. Fourth Grade (1.15 p.m.)— Western v. Nomads, Hag!ey No. 4 (Mr Donaldson); Marist A v. Marist B, Hagley No. 3 (Mr Horsley) ; St. Albans, a bye. Fifth Grade <1.15 p.m.)—St. Albans v. Y.M.C.A., Richmond (Mr Cullen); Technical, s bye. Sixth Grade (1.15 p.m.)— Nomads v. St. Albans. Hae'ey No. 2 (Mr Booth): Technical V. St. BedeV Ensor's No. 1 (Mr Elms'! : Spreydon v. Marist. Spreydon (Mr Brown); Thistle v. Brigiifon, Hagley No. 1 (Mr WilfcinE}. CHATHAM CUP. (JEEoG ASSCCIATIOK TSLBC-EASl.'i WELLINGTON, June 11. Tae commit i-ee of the New Zealand Soccer Council met to-night. It was reported that 05 entries had 'seen received for the Chatham Cup. ae follows: —North Auckland 1, Otago 1, Wellington 5. South Auckland 1, Poverty 1. Manairatu 2. Auckland 12, Canterbury 3. This was considered satisfactory.