RUGBY FOOTBALL

Press, Volume LXXIII, Issue 22082, 3 May 1937, Page 6

RUGBY FOOTBALL

LEADING TEAMS WIN SUNNYSIDE EXTENDED BY ALBION UNIVERSITY BEATS LINWOOD ON THE" OVAL Results at a glance:— Sunnyslde 8, Albion 3. University 20, Linwood 3. Sydenham 37, Technical Old Boys 9. Old Boys 11, Athletic 0, Merlvale 11, Christchurch 9. The leading teams In the Canterbury Rugby Union’s senior competition maintained their positions when the fourth round of matches was played in perfect weather on Saturday afternoon. Sunnyside, the 1936 champion team, which has a lead of half a point from University and Sydenham, had to work hardest for its win, Albion playing an inspired game at Rugby Park to hold Sunnyslde to 3-all until very near the end of the game. University played well in the second spell to beat Linwood comfortably, and Sydenham ran up a small cricket score against Tech* nical Old Boys, the newly-promoted team. The Lancaster Park oval match between Linwood and University lacked the ex* citement of the game at Rugby Park, and apart from the Impressive play of the University forwards there was little over which to enthuse In this game. Linwood Started well, but failed to make the most of Its chances, and in the second spell University completely monopolised the ball and increased its lead from 6-3 to 20-3. The bock play lacked finish, but the forwards were always ready to carry on the good work. 'Hie second spell was played at a fast pace throughout. Albion’s Good Effort Splendid forward play was also a feature of the Sunnyslde-Alblon match. The Albion pack, though out-weighted, played with great fire and dash and dominated the first half of the game. Jn tire second spell, however, the champion team won a much larger share of the ball and the backs had plenty of opportunity to attack. They met a very stern defence, and it was not until late in the game that Sunnyslde was able to score Its second try. Merlvale gained Its first win of the season—very narrowly—when it met Christchurch at the Show Grounds. A pleasing feature of this game to Rugby supporters was the reappearance of H. Deavoll, one of Canterbury’s best forwards two years ago, who has been out of the game since early last season owing to an arm injury, Deavoll is still on "light duty," and ho played at full-back. That he has lost none of his place-kicking , ability was shown by his scoring eight of Merivale’s 11 points—two penalties and a conversion. Sydenham, combining well in both backs and forwards, proved too good for Technical Old Boys, and High School Old Boys won comfortably from Athletic In the remaining games at Lancaster Park. Old Boys had more thrust In their back line than Athletic, and this more than offset Athletic’s slight advantage In the forwardfl-

UNIVERSITY (20) V. LINWOOD (3) After good performances in beating Albion and In holding Sunnyslde In a hardfought match last week, Linwood was expected 'to offer strong opposition to University in the match on the Lancaster Park oval. But it was clearly not Unwood’s day, and University. In winning bj? a decisive margin, gave further proof of Its big Improvement this season. Linwood started with great vim and attacked consistently for the first ,20 minutes, but thereafter the team appeared to be discouraged by- the failure of the backs to take advantage of their opportunities and gradually University secured a domination which It kept for the remainder of the game. University has a grand set of forwards this year, and of the teams which have been seen on the oval so far, the students’ pack appears the one most likely to trouble the heavy Sunnyslde forwards. On Saturday, against a team which has gained something of a reputation for bustling and energetic forward play, the University pack gave a most impressive exhibition In all departments of the game. They won the ball consistently In the scrums and llne-outs, worked splendidly In the tight, and were always ready to support their backs Jn open movements. The whole pack worked well, and Individuals need be singled out only for their value In special departments of the game. Martin, a most promising forward, was excellent In the line-out, and with Williams and Lake, was always on the ball In the loose. Stace maintained his reputation as a solid, hard-working forward. Back play Disappointing

The University backs were leas Impressive. and considering the chances they were given they were a little disappointing. The Inside-backs too often ran Into trouble, and the wings did not have many real chances of scoring, McAullffe was again efficient on both attack and defence, and McCormlqk. who took Manssen’s place at full-back, was both reliable and enterprising. He distinguished himself by coming up into a passing rush at the right moment, and scored a try. Mistakes In handling spoilt Llnwood's many chances In the early stages Of the game. In that period the Linwood forwards were winning a fair share of the ball. The backs, harassed, It must be admitted, by University's active breakaway forwards, and opposed by a line of sound tacklers, failed time after time to make ground, and'as often as not the Inevitable mistake ended In the University forwards racing away downfield In a coun-ter-rush. Mason, at full-back, saved Linwood many times, and he and the halfback, D. J. E. Quald, bore the brunt of the defence. Empson, on the wing, showed speed and determination in the few runs he had, and he watched the University "flyer;” Carmichael, very closely. Revell and Matterson led the Linwood forwards well, but too many of the Linwood pack were: looking for chances in the loose Instead of putting their heads • down into the rucks. Linwood has some young forwards of promise, but not all of them have learnt the lesson that the first duty of a packman Is to pull his full Weight In the tight work, - The teams were:— University—D. McCormick; J. D,, Carmichael, A. G, Hunter, W. V. Hadfield; A. L. Ellis, P. B. Overton: J. J. McAullffe: I. O. Stace, P. Bridges, J. N. Matson, L. Martin, c. Williams, G. Walter, A. J. Lake, P. Roberts. Linwood—L. Mason; R. Pengelly, L. K. Heazlewood, V. Empson; J. Collett, M. Gray; D. J, E. Quald; C. Wilton, G. W. Cowles, J. Gibson, K. Armour, J. Revell, L< McKenzie, G. Matterson, B. Bradley. Penalties Open the Scores Linwood kicked off, Playing into the light nor’-west breeze. Immediately the Linwood backs began to throw the ball about freely, and play was In the University twenty-five for a long while. Carmichael made a break on the left wing, taking play well into University territory. From 45 yards out McAullffe kicked a penalty. University 3, Linwood 0. Linwood was unlucky when Revell. fielding a high kick, dived over In a press of opponents. It appeared to be a try. but the referee's vision was obscured by the mass of players. Soon after Collett missed narrowly with a pot at goal. Then Heazlewood hit the upright with a beautiful penalty kick from half-way. Finally, after Linwood had failed to penetrate with passing rushes. Heazlewood succeeded with a slightly easier kick. University 3, Linwood 3. Linwood still attacked and was unlucky when Empson, following up a long kick, was beaten for the try through the bail rolling over the dead-ball line. University livened up, and fre.n a short scrum McAuliffe worked the,blind side and Carmichael dived, over In the comer for a good try. The spell ended:— University 6, Linwood 3." University attacked on the resumption, and McCormick, the full-back, came In at the end of a passing rush to score In the comer. University 9, Linwood 3. The University backs were getting the ball consistently, and the rushes, though i

meeting sound defence, were being carried on by the forwards. From such a rush Lake scored a try which was converted by McAullffe. University 14, Linwood 3. The Linwood backs were well out of position In University’s next attack, and Hadfield scored after Overton, receiving a second time in a passing rush, had been brought down In the corner. University 17, Linwood 3. Just before time McAullffe kicked an easy penalty, and the game ended:— University 20, Linwood 3. Referee: Mr J. S. Freeborn. SUNNYSIDE (8) v. ALBION (3) Sunnyslde was fully extended to beat Albion by 8 points to 3 at Rugby Park. Although Sunnyslde took full advantage of' a freshening north-west breeze In linekicking, It could not break through the stubborn defence, and at half-time Albion was leading by 3 points to 0. The form, of the Sunnyslde backs was disappointing during this spell, the inside men failing to realise the need for brisk passing to outflank the fast-breaking Albion forwards, who played brilliantly. Not until some minutes after the beginning of the second spell did the greater-, weight of the Sunnyslde forwards subdue the Albion pack for any considerable period. It was not to be expected that the Albion forwards, giving away about half a stone a man, would hold Sunnyslde. and one of the remarkable features of the game was their courageous and successful fight against these odds. Although Sunnyslde could not score until 15 minutes of the second spell had passed and did not take the lead until near the end of the match, there was no question that it was the better side. It held the territorial advantage and Us attacks were more frequent than Albion’s. The Sunnyslde attacks, too, drove deeper, were more strongly supported, and were more difficult to repel. Sunnyslde concentrated on keeping the ball in play and the Albion defence at last failed to nullify Sunnyside’s speed and excellent teamwork. That defence was very sound, but the mistakes, which became more common under the relentless pressure; were quickly turned to advantage by Sunnyslde. Thq Sunnyslde defence, however, was seldom bustled. The mainstay of Albion’s defence was R. Garrett, at first five-eighths. His handling, even In the face of the fiercest attacks, was faultless. He was never flurried and made up his mind without hesitation. It was one of the best displays he has given. Some of the passes given him by the half-back, J. Timlin, were not easy to hold, but there was some excuse for Timlin, as it was his first game in senior football, and he was given no latitude by Sunnyslde’s forwards. More experience of Garrett’s play will no doubt Improve Timlin's game. He Is a good type for a half-back. He never shirked hard work, going down courageously at the feet of the big Sunnyslde forwards. Albion’s captain, G. B. Eathorne, had few chances on the wing, but he played very well on defence and made the opening from which Albion scored its only try. Sunnyside's backs had been slightly reorganised by the return of J. Gillespie from full-back to the wing and by the Inclusion of W. K. Greer at full-back. It was Greer's first match this season and he was most reliable. Once his speed prevented, Albion from scoring at a critical period, Eathorne is one of the fastest backs in senior football this season, but In a 25-yard race for the ball as It rolled over Sunnyslde’s line Greer held a slight advantage over the Albion wing. The forward play, however, was the most Interesting. Outstanding in the llne-outs was H. Mllliken, who headed many of the Sunnyslde rushes. Another who worked hard for Sunnyslde was the hooker. R. Burke. Equally as valuable In the tight were G, J. Howell and G. Newton. High praise must be given to the Albion forwards for their tireless efforts against a much heavier pack. They were vigorously led by the front-row men. S. Smith. J. Wilson, and S. Boyd, and they battled hard at all stages of the game, producing a surprisingly strong rally towards the finish. Albion’s best man In the llne-outs was A. Hadfield, in spite of his lack of -weight lor this type of play. The teams were;— Sunnyslde—W. K. Greer; R. Chlnnery, P. A. Hart, J. Gillespie: J. A. Hooper, L. Moran; R. J. Masters; W. Young, R. Burke. G. Newton, R. Duncan, H. Mllliken, G, J. Howell, C. Pablecheque. J. Hartland. Albion —L. Martyn: E. H. Wickham, W. Thompson, G. B. Eathorne: J. Garrett, R. Garrett: J. Timlin: S. Smith, J. Wilson. S. Boyd, P. Dasler, W. Sweeney. E. Willman, A, Hadfield, K. Oakley. Sunnyslde narrowly missed scoring during the first minute of play, and again 20 minutes later .when Mllliken, Burke, and Newton took the ball to the line after Sunnyslde had wheeled the scrum. A few minutes later, however, the Albion backs drove deep into the defence and Eathorne centred, the ball bouncing high In front of the posts and rolling over the line. Wickham Just beat two Sunnyslde men to It. Martyn missed an easy chance of a conversion. The score was unchanged at half-time. Albion 3, Sunnyslde 0. Early In the second spell Greer barely beat Eathorne In a race for the ball after Sweeney had made the opportunity. Sunnyslde then began to assert Its weight In the forwards and settled down to a long spell Of attack. Hart and Chlnnery nearly outflanked the defence, but the ball went Into touch. In their next movement the Sunnyslde backs swept through the defence, Gillespie passing Infield to Hart, who went across near the • corner flag. Moran missed with the kick. Albion 3, Sunnyslde 3. Chlnnery was Injured soon after this and was replaced by W. Oliver. Timlin was then Injured In a tackle and was replaced by O. Scott. The winning try came after Sunnyslde had driven off an attack. Oliver kicking well upfield for Gillespie to snap up the ball and pass to Burke, who went over under the posts. Moran converted the try, the game ending with the score. Sunnyslde 8, ''Albion 3 Referee: the Rev, E. Osmers. SYDENHAM (37) v. TECHNICAL OLD BOYS (9) A solid Sydenham back line and wellbalanced forwards cut holes In a weak Technical Old Boys’ defence In the match on the Lancaster Park South ground. Sydenham had no trouble in winning a on®” sided match by 37 points to 9. -After the first 15 minutes of play there was little doubt as ‘to the result of the. match, and Sydenham* passing the hall even in their own territory, hammered time after time on their opponent's line. Technical Old Boys, on their part, worked really hard In the forward play, and some of their loose rushes had Sydenham In a quandary, but they lacked the thrust to finish off good movements. The Sydenham backs are beginning to mould into a very strong combination, and It will be interesting to watch them In action against a team which Is nearer their own strength. A pleasing feature of the Sydenham play Is that there are fast forwards who are ever ready to Join in with their backs In a passing movement. One of the best examples of this type Is W. Fright, who, although a heavy and Invaluable helper In the set scrums and llne-outs, has enough speed and a strong run to keep pace with the fastest of the backs. Technical Old Boys have a forward similar In type, D. Herman, who, of equal build to Fright, is a very useful man to his side. R. Gillespie and W. Brown, who. played on the wings for Sydenham, showed a lot of dash and determination, and were well fed by Guy, Brooks, and Coote Inside them. K. McGrath, playing In the middle of the front row for Sydenham, hooked the bel! well from set scrums, and gave his backs more than their fair share of possession- In the Une-out W. Fright was outstanding in gaining possession and setting the Sydenham backs In action. The teams were:— Sydenham—T. Preston, W. Brown, W. Guy, R. Gillespie, W. Brooks, S. Coote, L. Brown, O. Hatteraley, R. Dunlop, W. Fright. J. Vivian. T. Hooker. K. Brown, K. McGrath, and R. Pearce. Technical Old Boys—H. G. Smith, R. Harvey, E. Lunn, R. Todd. L. Sievers, G. Parlane, J. Hobden, H. Yates. T. McLeish, J. Brown, V. Smith, A. McMillan, D. Herman, B. Burgess,- and C. Price, From the kick off, Sydenham attacked. Carrying the play to the Technical line, Dunlop dived over for Fright to convert. Sydenham S, Technical Old Boys 0. Soon after, from a passing rush, Brooks punted over the opposing full-back’s head, and K. Brown, following up fast, forced down for Fright to convert. Sydenham 10, Technical Old Boys 0. From a Une-oUt near Technical’s line. H. Gillespie dived over. The kick missed. Sydenham 13, Technical Old Boys 0. Receiving the ball near the twenty-five lino. Brooks cut through a poor defence and* scored. The kick again missed. Sydenham 16, Technical Old Boys 0. Picking up from a loose rush, Fright broke through three attempted tackles and touched down under the posts. K. Brown converted. Sydenham 21, Technical Old Boys 0. Just before half-time, W. Guy, after a great run from half-way,' scored in the corner. The kick missed, making the half-time score: Sydenham 24, Technical Old Boys 0. Running well down the side-line, Gillespie scored his second try, which was not converted. Sydenham 27, Technical 0. A few minutes later and Lunn was successful In kicking a penalty goal for Technical. Sydenham 27, Technical Old Boys 3. Heading a loose rush over the Sydenham goal line, Herman scored a good try. Sydenham 27, Technical Old Boys 6. Coote and Fright scored further tries for Sydenham, both of which were converted, one by K. Brown and the other by Fright. Lunn kicked a further penalty goal for Technical Old Boys. The final score was: Sydenham 37, Technical Old Boys 9* Referee: Mr C. G. Crawford. Are you thinking of selling your business? The quickest route between Buyer and Seller is through "The Press” Classified Advertisements—l2 words is* 3 insertions 2s fid. Tttone aa-asa. hs

MERIVALE (II) v. CHRISTCHURCH (9) The last act of a hard-fought game between Merivale and Christchurch at the Show Grounds gave Merivale a two-point victory. A try had brought the score to 9 all. and H. Deavoll, playing In the strange position for him of full-back, attempted the conversion just as time was up. His kick succeeded, and Merivale had won its first game of the season, against strong opposition. The play was fast and open, but although the Christchurch backs, especially in the second half, seemed the better individually they ware unable to combine well. J. Pawson, playing first at centre and later in the fiveeighths line, was outstandingly good. He began many movements, but often that was as far as they went, good tackling by the Merivale backs, and mishandling by the Christchurch men, spoiling many good chances.

Merlvale fought hard, forwards forcing through in the loose, in the first spell, and held a 3-0 lead at half-time. Early in the second spell Christchurch made up lost ground and took the score to 9-3 In its favour In 20 minutes, both backs and forwards breaking their way through the Merlvale defence. Merlvale rallied In the last few minutes, and the forwards gained ground In many loose rushes. J. D. S. Morton, who began the game for Christchurch as half-back, went out to centre after a few minutes. C. O. Field came In to half-back, and Pawson came In to strengthen the five-eighths line. The forwards were giving Field a fair share of the ball, and he and Pawson saw that It went out, but the combination of a strong defence, including fast breakaway forwards, and mishandling by their own men, stopped a potentially dangerous set of backs from doing much with their many opportunities. The Merlvale backs resembled their opponents In that combined attacking efforts that came to any success were few. But they had a stubborn defence, and all the Inside backs had a disconcerting knack of turning defence Into Individual attack. Their handling was good, and they had the advantage of working behind a raking set of forwards who disorganised the Christchurch defence, and left gaps for speedy backs to run through. Actually the side's points came not from tries, but from Deavoirs excellent kick-ing-—his tally for the day was eight of the 11 points scored, two penalties and a conversion. He played at full-back because his arm Injury made It unwise to risk tire more strenuous afternoon’s work in the forwards. N. Bouterey, at halfback. began many attacks and defended solidly. He was supported by inside backs who, without being brilliant, ran straight and passed well. A. Bourne and N. Forward were prominent In a hardworking pack. The teams were: — Christchurch—A. T. Black; G. M. Hobilliard, J. Pawson, G. J. Busfield; J. Hardy, C. O. Field; J. D. S. Morton; W. Fleming, J. Mahoney. P. K. Rhlnd, R. J. Hogg. Burrell, W. G. Stonehouse, K. Murray, and Batchelor. Merlvale —H. Deavoll; B. Downie, J. Maxwell; A. Rudkin; H. Forbes, W. Jarman: N. Bouterey; J. Howard, B. Roberts, M. O, Stanley. A. Bourne. M. Sellars, G. Coates, N. Forward, and R. Sneddon. The first score of the game was gained when Merlvale. after early Christchurch attacks, took a turn on the offensive. A penalty from wlde-out was taken by Deavoll. and missed. Another one a few yards closer in was given the same player, and he made no mistake. Merlvale 3. Christchurch 0. The score was unchanged at half-tlrrte. Pawson’s brilliance was rewarded with a splendid try early In the second spell. He picked up from the toes of the opposing forwards and swerved his way through the defence as cleverly as If the whole movement had been previously rehearsed. Merlvale 3, Christchurch 3. Christchurch i kept attacking, and the next try was scored by the full-back, A. T. Black, who raced up to become an extra and valuable unit In the threequarter line, and to score wide out. His attempt to convert was wide. Christchurch 6. Merlvale 3. Christchurch added another try within a few minutes, after fast forward play, Fleming picked up to go across wide out. Stonehouse missed the kick. Christchurch 6. Merlvale 3. Deavoll’s kicking abilities made up some of Merlvale’* leeway when Merlvale was given a penalty near half-way. and the kick was never In doubt. It was a brilliant performance. Christchurch 9, Merlvale 0. The final score of the match was In Merlvale’s favour. The end of a forward rush came when Bourne picked up, and, cutting through the backs, transferred to Forbes, who scored close In. Deavoll made no mistake with the kick. The game ended immediately with the final score: Merlvale 11, Christchurch 9. Referee: Mr R. C. McCallum. OLD BOVS (11) V. ATHLETIC (0) The game between High School Old Boys and Athletic might have been expected to develop Into an open zest tussle. It proved to be fast enough, but the ball was seldom in the open field, thanks to the pugnaclbus battling of the two packs. This pugnacity developed sometimes Into rough play, to such an extent that there were occasionally mild demonstrations against It from spectators. One or two forwards started early In the game to give too much attention to the opposing pack and not enough to the ball, with the Inevitable retaliation, and to the detriment of the play. There were one or two flagrant bouts of necktwisting and fisticuffs, out in the open. The rough play ended when a man had been Injured on each side, and had left the field. Apart from this It was a game of much Interest, with plenty of genuinely good forward play and with Athletic holding Old Boys well through the game. The teams were:— High School Old Boys—G. T. Nolan; R. P. Hound. C. H. McPhall, D. G. Cobden; K. S. Mortlock, J. K. Gaskin; Spence; S. G. Henry. W. A. Hearn, F. Deckle, O. G. Wood, A. Gelssler, J. Rankin, N. J. McPhall, G. Rich. Athletlc-—T. Roach: A. E. Spivey, E. Walsh. D. Mahoney; J. Morel, R. Dunne; J. Crisp; B. Gillespie, E. Kingston W. Coll, B. Constable, Salisbury, T. O'Gorman, P. Noonan, Ward. D. G. Cobden made a splendid run very early In the game, finishing off one of the brightest Old Boys’ back attacks of the game. But Cobden was tackled in the sound way he learned to respect later In the play. Old Boys maintained a close attack then until a penalty kick gave Athletic very much needed relief. Nolan later had a chance, to score oft his sure kickihg when Old Boys were awarded a free kick for a scrum infringement; but although it was a fine effort, the kick did not reach the posts. Athletic rallied promisingly. Constable. Salisbury and O’Gorman leading a fine forward dash which might have succeeded had the backs not got hopelessly out of position at the crucial moment. Then Old Boys swung back into a fast onslaught of forwards and backs. All the backs handled in a run which went through the defence, and Cobden dashed away for a splendid try. Nolan converted. Old Boys 3, Athletic 0. Round, on Old Boys’ right wing, spoilt a good run by a forward pass. The next Athletic attack went right to the other line. Salisbury had an ambitious shot with a free kick but missed from far out. At half-time the score was still: Old Boys 5, Athletic 0. The second half had been In progress for a short time when Nolan added three to the Old Boys tally with a splendid place-kick from well out. old Boys 8. Athletic 0. Athletic evened up play. Mahoney, In the backs, provided one of the brightest Incidents of the game with a dashing run, ball at toe, towards the Old Boys line. But he was soundly collared as he picked up to finish off the movement. Ward, a hard-working forward In the Athletic side, went off with a nasty-looked facial injury received In a tight scrimmage. It was not long before N. J. McPhall followed him, from the Old Boys’ scrum, with an injured shoulder. Towards the end of this half Athletic had repeated success in the tight, but a final clearing dash by Old Boys went right into the Athletic twenty-five, and Round scored an unconverted try. The final scores were: Old Boys 11, Athletic 0. Refereee: Mr K. H. Perrin. SECOND GRADE At South Park, Training College A 17 beat Albion 0. Referee, Mr B. Dunne. At Sydenham Park, Sydenham 17 beat University 3. Referee, Mr J. Hampton, At Lancaster Park, Christchurch 16 beat Collegians 6. Referee, Mr J. Edmonds. At Sunnyside, Sunnyelde 8 boat Technical Old Soy* 0. Referee. Mr SV Morgan.

At Linwood Park, Llnwood 8 beat Merivale 6. Referee, Mr R. Kennedy. At Richmond Park, Training College B 19 beat Richmond 9. Referee, Mr W. Scott. At North Park, High School Old Boys 26 beat Athletic 13. Referee. Mr V. Beaumont. THIRD GRADE Section A Christchurch 16 beat West Old Boys 10. Unwood 11 beat Albion 8. Sydenham 24 beat University H. High School Old Boys 28 beat Becken.iam 8. Kaiapoi 17 beat Training College A 5. Section B Christ’s College 36 beat West Old Boys 19 St. Andrew’s College 55 beat University B S°t. Bede’s College 19 beat Collegians 11. Boys’ High School 9 beat Technical Old Boys 0. „ Fourth Grade Beckenham 6 drew with Aranui 6. Athletic 13 beat High School Old Boys 9. Merivale 26 beat Unwood 3. New Brighton 18 beat Christchurch 3. FIFTH GRADE * Technical Old Boys 11 drew with High School Old Boys 11. Albion 60 beat New Brighton 0. Merivale 28 beat Collegians 0. Sydenham 28 beat Unwood 11. Christchurch 16 beat Kaiapoi 0. SIXTH GRADE Christ’s College 23 beat Boys' High School 0. UNDEB 18 GBADE Sydenham 52 beat Kaiapoi 0. Christchurch West High School 14 beat Christchurch 9. , , , _ Belfast 3 drew with Merivale 3. Technical Old Boys B 6 drew with AlblAthletlc 16 beat High School Old Boys UNDER 9 STONE Albion 17 beat Beckenham 8. . Boys’ High School 24 beat Technical Old Boys B 3. Unwood 24 beat Richmond 0. _ Technical Old Boys A 20 beat Linwood B 11. Sydenham 19 beat Aranui 5. UNDER 8 STONE Technical Old Boys 37 beat New Brighton 0. UNDER 7 STONE Merivale 22 beat Sydenham B 5. Athletic 19 beat Sydenham A 0. Richmond 32 beat Christchurch 3. Beckenham 58 beat Aranui 0. Technical Old Boys 6 beat Llnwood 0. NORTH CANTERBURY SUB-UNION Results of matches in the North Canterbury Rugby Football Sub-Union s competitions on Saturday afternoon were:— Senior Grade—North Canterbury 28. Oxford 3: Cust 44. Ngai Tuahurlrl 0; Woodend 9, Glenmark 6; Kowai 23. Amberiey 3. Junior Grade—Ohoka 19, Glenmark 3: North Canterbury 10, Loburn 0. Under 18 Grade—Rangiora High School 19, North Canterbury 9: Amberiey 6, Woodend 6. Draw for Next Saturday Following is the draw for next Saturday’s matches; — , , Senior Grade—North Canterbury v. Woodend, at Rangiora (Mr P. Quigley); Cust v. Oxford, at Cust (Mr C. Peary); Kowai v. Glenmark, at Sefton (Mr F. Burgess). The match between Amberiey and Ngal Tuahurlrl has been postponed because of the Amberiey races. Junior Grade—North Canterbury v. Cust, at Rangiora (Mr W. G. Mayer); Oxford v. Glenmark, at Oxford (Mr Young): Ohoka v. Lobum, at Ohoka (Mr Edwards). Under 18 Grade—North Canterbury v. Kowai. at Rangiora (referee to be appointed); Woodend v. Rangiora High School, at Woodend (Mr Tempero): Amberiey, a bye. IN OTHER CENTRES (rasas association teleqsxms.) AUCKLAND. May 1. Ponsonby 31, Grammar 13; Grafton 39, College Rifles 9; Manukau 15, Marlst 11; Technical 14, North Shore 10; Otahuhu 17. Training College 13. ~ , MASTERTON. May 1. Gladstone 21, Red Stars 3: Masterton 12, Carterton 6; Old Boys 18. Greytown 6. WELLINGTON. May 1. Athletic 21, Marlst Brothers Old Boys 3; Petone 23, Hutt 0; Poneke 16. Wellington 11; Wellington College Old Boys 14, Eastbourne 13. DUNEDIN, May 1. University A 22, Dunedin 3; Kaikoral 7, Zingari 3; Pirates 20, Alhambra 0; Southern 46, University B 0: Taierl 6, Union 8. RUGBY LEAGUE HORNBY BEATEN BY SYDENHAM WAIMAIBI AND LINWOOD DRAW Results:— Walmalrl 10, Llnwood 10. Sydenham 17, Hornby 16. Addington a bye. With conditions favourable, the third round of the Canterbury Rugby Football League’s competition produced good football In the senior games. Walmalrl and Llnwood met at Sydenham Park where, after a rather uninteresting first spell, both teams Infused plenty of vigour into the play after the Interval, causing a bright ending, with the scores even. After losing its first two games. Sydenham. at Hornby, found better form and, making most of the play, drew ahead near the end of the game and held its one-point lead amid great excitement. The following table shows the positions

SYDENHAM (17) V. HORNBY (16) Although Hornby was not at full strength against Sydenham, at Hornby, on Saturday, it does not detract from the merit of Sydenham’s win. Good inside backs—a department in which Sydenham has been very weak so far-—contributed mainly to the win. In R. Scott and H. Davis Sydenham has two excellent fiveeighths. They would have been even more dangerous had Rastrlck let the ball out sooner. The game was bright and at times willing, and excitement ran high In the second spell when Sydenham was leading by four points. The game took a sudden change for Hornby to lead by four points tUI almost time, when Scott, taking a difficult pass, drew the defence neatly and went over for H. Davis to add the extra points. For Hornby, M. standeven did all that was required of him, and R- Timms made some good runs. W. Woodgate reappeared in the forwards and went quite well considering that he must now be classed as one of the veterans. The following were the teams:— Sydenham—L. Blackler; M. Davis, P. Le Comte J. Duke; H. Davis. R. Scott; W. Rastrlck; F. Jones, W. Wakefield, L. Wilder. J. Perry, C. Barnes, V. Blackler. Hornby—M. Standeven; K. Hemx RTimms. S. McGarry: C. Slade, W. Dunn; K. Bannan; W. Vivian, J. Alrey. W. Woodgate, F, McKenzie, S, Taylor, N. Vivian. „ „ , . . . . Prom the kick-off Sydenham started with a rush which broke down near the line. However, Sydenham was not to be denied and Scott cut in neatly to score near the posts. Rastrlck goaled. Sydenham 5, Hornby 0. Timms then intercepted and gained a good stretch of ground before sending on to Dunn, who went over for Standeven to goal. Sydenham 5. Hornby 5. Hornby assumed the lead when from a perfect passing rush McGarry scored at the corner. Standeven failed with the kick. Hornby 8, Sydenafter resuming. Hornby being penalised, H. Davis kicked a goal. Hornby 8, Sydenham 7. After Hornby looked dangerous Sydenham came back and H. Davis took a good pass from the scrum and shot over for a good try. He also goaled. Sydenham 12, Hornby 8. Hornby now went strongly and swept the field with loose forward rushes, during which N, Vivian and W. Vivian scored, the latter’s try being converted by Standeven, Hornby 16, Sydenham 12. Just when the game seemed well within Hornby’s grasp, Scott took a long pass well and went over for H. Davis to goal as the whistle sounded with the score;■ Sydenham- X 7, Hornby 16. Referee. Mr W. Thompson. WAIMAIRI (10) V. UNWOOD (10) The promising exhibitions given by both Walmairl and Llnwood made for a lot of interest in their meeting. For most of the time, however, the play was not up to expectations, bad handling stopping the passing chains before they were properly under way. After the interval, however, play brightened considerably, especially

after some rough Play had left frayed tempers. The last quarter was excellent. Past and hard, with plenty of energy In everything, the players soon had the spectators wildly excited, especially as the lead changed hands.' The Linwood attack has been weakened menThYougrturies. and C. P- Brimble, but A. Kett and A. Shirley ably filled their places* j Vigorous attack by strong forwards and B/mnH Hnfpnee which hss dis played In both Its games, are not enough to win against any side with °£ didai ? fence allied to a thrustful hack chain. Waimalri’s backs are sound individually, but so far do not show enough combination to go very far. The teams were as f °Waimairl—A. Tavendale; A. Shirley, p. Broad. B. Kett; D. Smith, G. Molesworth; J. Kirwan: ,G. Kirk. E. Tavendale. J. Clark. F. LSmg, D. Herrin. H. Shirley. Linwood—F, J. Stevens: B. Whitley. F. Ayres. J. Roach; A. Lawrence, J. BeU, J. James: M. H. Smith. H. Stevens. G. B. Burgess, L. Evans, R. Falgar. A. Stuart. With the wind in its favour, Linwood made an early dash, loose forward work, to the Waimairi twenty-five, where two penalties were missed. A flying wing attack by the Waimairl backs looked like producing a try till Ayres scooped up the ball and cleared to the centre. First points fell to Waimairl. Smith sending a penalty goal over the posts. Waimairl 2, Linwood 0. In the centre of the field Ayres -collected very neatly and set out for a corner. He sent to Bell for a good run, to Whitley, and in to Falgar for a good try made by strong running. Bell converted from well out. Linwood 5, Waimairi 2, Just before the interval another strong dash by Linwood was held up by a fine tackle by Broad. . „ Even play opened the second spell, which was not very interesting till a really fierce melee developed in midfield. The referee stopped play while he delivered a lecture, after which play became much brighter, with some good passing. In a bunch the Waimairi forwards rushed for the line where, after a short hold-up, Kirk followed in to score. Smith goaled. Waimairi 7. Linwood 0. Bight from the

kick out Linwood dashed off. some excellent passing by Ayres and Bell giving Whitley the chance which he was waiting for. He did not stop till he grounded under the posts, a fine try which Stuart converted. Unwood 10, Walmairi 7. Again relying on its forwards. Walmairi rushed in, a hectic burst, with Clark leading, ending with a try just as Clark was thrown out. The kick, to win or draw, missed, leaving the final score:— Walmairi 10, Linwood 10. Keferee: Mr P. Kirton. LOWER GRADE RESULTS The following were the lower grade results;— SECOND GRADE Linwood 12, Sydenham 3. Hornby A 12, Addington S. Riccarton won from Hornby B by default. THIRD GRADE Linwood 19, Walmairi 0. Riccarton 16, St. Joseph's 5. Woolston 25, Linwood B 3. FOURTH GRADE Addlngtgca 30. Riccarton 0. Woolston 13, Linwood 9. FIFTH GRADE Sydenham A 42, St. Joseph's 6. Hornby 35, Sydenham B 0. SEVENTH GRADE Riccarton 3, Woolston 0. St. Joseph’s 15, Linwood 11. SCHOOLBOYS* GRADE Addington U. Walmairi 0. St. Joseph's 6, Linwood 0. IN OTHER CENTRES (PBBSS ASSOCIATION TELEOEAMB.) AUCKLAND, May 1. Marist 27, Newton 10: Manukau 10. North Shore 12: Richmond 13. Mount Albert 10; Ponsonby 21. City 8. # o* r* „„ WELLINGTON. May 1. St. George 23. Randwick 7.

RUGBY QUEENSLAND AND N.S.W.* PLAY DRAWN GAME a (TTRITXD FBBS* ASSOCIATION—COPTEIOHT.) (Received May 2, 10.1 p.m.) SYDNEY, May 2. In a Rugby match Queensland and New South Wales drew 17-17, alter the latter had 14-0 at half-time. ASSOCIATION CODE THISTLE IMPROVES ' FINE PLAY AT ENGLISH PARK The fourth round of the Hurley Shield series was continued on Saturday. At English Park Western defeated Nomads In one of the the best games of the season by 3 goals to 0. In an earlier game at English Park, Thistle narrowly defeated Technical College Old Boys by the odd goal In five. Technical's play was not up to Its usual standard. At Spreydon Park, Rangers had to play hard to keep their one goal lead to defeat Y.M.CA. Championship Table ' The following table shows the positions of the teams:—

RANGERS (2) V. Y.M.C.A. (1) Rangers had some difficulty in disposing of the young Y.M.C.A. team, by the odd goal in three, before a large crowd at Spreydon Park. Rangers had W. Barnes back again at full-back, and tried S. Benger, a Western B player, at centre forward. The greater experience of the Rangers men, both in team and solo efforts, stood them in good stead against the more vigorous though less cohesive display of the Y.M.C.A. men. It was just a matter of fitness against skill, with the latter style winning through better finishing. All round there was not a great deal of difference territorially between the sides, and the issue was in doubt until the Anal whistle. It was very noticeable that Y.M.C.A. held a distinct advantage towards the end of.the first and second halves. E. Barnes, in goal for Rangers, again gave a capable display. W, Barnes and F. Robb played solid games at full-back, gaining much ground with long clearing kicks. B. Muxlow again tolled tirelessly at centre half, being well supported by McCbnie and Hamilton. Rangers have a dearth of good inside men this season, and on Saturday J. Souter received a new position—outside left. Fair success resulted. S. Benger lent a little more thrust at centre, and should improve with a better understanding of his inside men. J. Barker took few risks in goal for Y.M.C.A., handling cleanly and clearing quickly. J. Dougall and P. Brookes defended well, but must learn to clear immediately. Fail gave another useful display at right half, being well helped by Mowatt and D. Boa. Bernand and Biddle seemed to be the most dangerous flank, and both always looked dangerous when in possession. * The teams were:— Rangers—E. Barnes; F. Robb, W. Barnes; E. Hamilton, B. Muxlow, A. McConie; J. McClelland, J. Dougall, S. Benger, D Souter, and J. Pouter. Y.M.C.A.—J. Barker; J. Dougall. P. Brookes; R. Fall. W. Mowatt, D. Boa; T. Lancaster, J. Pegley, H. Ell wood, C. Liddle, and M. Bernand. Hangers attacked from the start, and after four successive corners Dougall secured and netted. Both teams played hard for the remainder of the spell without increasing their score. v A mistake by a Y.M.C.A. back let Rangers in early in the second half, D Souter finding the net. Almost immediately Y.M.C.A. went away, Boa passing to Bernand, whose centre found Ellwood handy to score. During the closing stages Y.M.C.A. made desperate efforts to score without success. Final score: Rangers 2, Y.M.C.A. 1. Referee: Mr K. B. Moore. WESTERN (3) v. NOMADS (0). In the main match at English Park Western met Nomads. The game at the start promised to be a brilliant exhibition of skilled teamwork, but misfortune dogged the Nomads men, and when Western scored the second lucky goal off a penalty, interest waned and thereafter neither team was seen at its best. Western at no stage showed a three-goal superiority over the Nomads side. Western’s win was due to the surer defence of their halves and backs. D. N. Mcßae, the Nomads’ keeper, began very shakily, letting in a perfectly easy goal during the earlier stages of the match. Mcßae has had serious lapses in his displays this season, but he has offset these with brilliant saves that characterised his play last season. T. Waddell and M. Fall, the backs, did not seem to have the Western forwards’ measure. Too often were the Western men allowed a comparatively easy passage to the Nomads goal. A. Gordon lived up to his reputation of being, with A. McMillan the best defending half in Canterbury. ' Gordon had an excellent opportunity of displaying his prowess on Saturday, his covering anticipation and ability to bring off a successful tackle being very sound. C. Pickup, who turned out for the first time this season, was not fit, but he lent more thrust to the forwards, showing a keen discrimination in the distribution of the ball. Of the forwards, C. Sharr did not play up to his usual standard, his play being slower and less sure than usual. N. Blllcliff again had a roving commission and impressed as a potential winger. H. Wilkins had few opportunities of showing his worth at centre, but at times did manage to get in a shot which had White extended. H. Beale, at inside left, played an even game but should pay some attention to the direction and- height of his shooting. J. White, the Western keeper, was as usual well shielded by his backs, but took little risk of what came his way. McMillan and Cawtheray were very sound as backs, the former being the more solid. M. Gordon had two hard workers in Ives and Henderson, all njen excelling as auxiliary forwards in attacking movements. M. White, at outside left, seems to be the find of the season for Western. Western has already two excellent halves in Ives and Ellis, but White is well worthy of a place in the team. The teams were:— Western—J. White; S. Cawtheray, A. McMillan; R. Henderson, M. Gordon, W. Ives: J. Malllnson, W. White, G. Smith, M. White, and E. Hall. Nomads—D. N. Mcßae; T. Waddell, M. Fail; J. Parle, C. Pickup, A. Gordon; C. Sharr. N. BUlcliff, H. Wilkins, H. Beale, and W. Waddell. ; The Play Sparkling play was seen over the opening stages. Malllnson looked likely for Western; but he missed an open goal. Western drew first blood when Mcßae kicked over a shot from Malllnson, the ball bouncing into the net. 1 Even play characterised the rest of the first half. After the Interval both teams made fast sallies which fell back before a stubborn defence. Western made the score two when W. White, who was unmarked, secured and shot an easy goal. Shortly afterwards Western was awarded a penalty, and Mcßae made little effort to stop the ball. Nomads missed two "sitters” in the closing stage, and the game ended; Western 3, Nomads 0. Referee: Mr E. B. Harris. THISTLE (3) v. TECHNICAL OLD BOYS (2) Thistle met Technical College Old Boys in the early game at English Park. The game resolved itself into a struggle between the superior team work of the Thistle side and the fitness of the Technical team. Without-detracting from the merit of Thistle’s .win, the play of the Old Boys’ team was decidedly disappointing. Thistle has changed the team about this season, but the team work is still evident. J. Nelllgan, A. Renwlck, and C. Deering have strengthened the side, and if J. Simpson, who is not playing because of injuries, was available, the team would be one of the most formidable in the competition. Thistle have all the qualifications of a first-class side, but lack of fitness, which has been evident in.matches this season, will be an added hurdle In the championship. Technical’s weakest unit was the forwards. There did not seem to be two who could work together and so the attack had little thrust. Individual play was the order of the day and this method of attack was soon checked by the inevitable successful tackle. Technical’s passing was .very poor, the bill usually being presented to a Thistle player. Lob passes can be very effective at times, and judicially used can be quite

useful. On top of this inside forwards can be saved a lot of trouble If the ball Is centred in front of them instead of behind, as it was on Saturday. In the Technical goal McKenzie Is gathering experience and should now realise that on being drawn he must make sure that he can clear the ball. Muir and Porter are still wanting in confidence at full-back and must be wary of heading the ball without having full control of it. T. Lennon’s play was not up to his previous performances and he was a weak link at centre half. G. Browne and D. Richardson played good spoiling games as wing halves. No forward was particularly outstanding, although W. Mitchell and A. Almond showed up on occasions. T. Birchall. the new Thistle custodian, is an Auckland junior representative, and on the whole his play was quite fair. D. Sutherland and A. Wilson, for two forwards, played quite well as full-backs. A. Wilson being the surer. A. Renwick, at centre half, was at his best, and his distribution and use of the ball usually produced a Scots' offensive. Deerlng and Baton both worked hard, mainly* on defence, as wing halves. The forwards were always dangerous with possession of the ball. Nelligan impressed as being a better centre than a winger. R. Adam is one of the most stylish players in the competition, but his play is on the slow side. C. Milne and G. Walker were both prominent on occasions, the latter showing that he is still capable of tossing over a good centre. The teams were:— Thistle —T. Birchall: D. Sutherland, A. Wilson; J. Paton, A. Renwick. C. Deerlng; J. Nelligan, W. Sutherland, R. Adam, C. Milne, and G. Walker. Technical College Old Boys—L. McKenzie; A. Porter, T. Muir; D. Richardson. T. Lennon, G. Brewne, A. Almond, R. Smith, W. Mitchell. K. Greenwood, and E. Collins. Aided by the sun and wind Thistle attacked early, R. Adam outmanoeuvring the goalie to score. Even exchanges followed, but Thistle was displaying more finish and from a centre by G. Walker to Adam scored another goal. Thistle was finding little opposition at this stage and Nelligan and Walker shared the honours of Thistle’s third goal. Technical now made a bid, but faulty passing and lack of cohesive play nullified their chances. At last sustained attack bore fruit, Mitchell finding the net Just on half-time. Technical’s form improved in the second half, but a rebound of a Thistle player secured the side its next goal. The game ended with the score; Thistle 3, Technical College Old Boys 2. Referee: Mr J. Sweeney. SENIOR RESERVE GRADE Linwood 10, Y.M.C.A. 1. St. Albans 6. Technical 2. JUNIOR GRADE H Nomads 10, Linwood 2. Technical 3, Marist 1. St. Albans 4, Thfstle 0. FOURTH GRADE Technical 1, Marist 0. Western 9. St. Albans 1. Nomads 15, Rangers 0. FIFTH GRADE St. Albans 5, Y.M.C.A. 2. Technical A 5, Technical B 0. SIXTH GRADE Nomads 6, Thistle 3. Technical A 6, Technical B 1. Marist 11, Northcote 1. SEVENTH GRADE Linwood 3, Western 2. Marist B 4, Nomads A 2. Marist A 7, Y.M.C.A. 0. Thistle 10. Celtic 0. Technical 14, Nomads B 0. NOMADS TEAM BEATEN AT ASHBURTON The Ashburton Association football team played its second game of the season against Nomads senior reserves, from Christchurch, at the Ashburton Domain on Saturday. The Ashburton team won by 5 goals to 1. The visiting players were entertained to dinner at the Somerset Hotel by the Ashburton Club, and they were later guests at a dance. IN OTHER CENTRES \ (PHESS ASSOCIATION TELEOBAMB.I AUCKLAND, May 1. Ponsonby 4. Comrades 3; North Shore 2, Mount Albert 2; Thistle 7. Abels 4. DUNEDIN, May 1. Mosglel 4, Seacliff 2; High School Old Boys 4, Technical Old Boys 2; Northern 3. Maori Hill 2. BRITISH FOOTBALL RESULTS OF MATCHES AT WEEK-END (UNITED PRESS ASSOCIATION —COPTHIOHT.I (Received May 2. 6.30 p.m.)

LONDON. May 1. Results of football matches at the weekend were:— ASSOCIATION First Division Arsenal 0, Bolton Wanderers 0. Birmingham 2, Manchester City 2. Charlton Athletic 2. Brentford 1. Grimsby Town 1, Stoke City 3. Huddersfield Town 1. Sheffield Wednesday 0, Leeds United 3. Portsmouth 1. Uvernool 1, Che’sea 1. ... West Bromwich Albion 3, Middlesbrough Wolverhampton Wanderers 3, Derby County 1. . . Second Division Doncaster Rovers 0. Blackburn Rovers 1. Fulham 0, Coventry City 2. Leicester City 4. Tottenham Hotspur 1. Norwich City 0. Barnsley 1. Plymouth Argyle 0. Burnley 1. Southampton 0, Nottingham Forest 3. Swansea Town 4, Chesterfield 1. West Ham United 1, Sheffield United 0. Third Division • Southern Section Aldershot 2. Swindon Town 1. Bournemouth 3. Watford 2. Brighton and Hove 1. Clanton Orient 1. Bristol City 2. Cardiff City 1. Exeter City 2 Reading 0. Gillingham 1. MU wall 0. Luton Town 2, Torouay United 0. Newport County 2. Bristol Rovers 2. Northampton Town 0, Southend United 3. Queen’s Park Haneers 1. Crystal Palace 3. Walsall 2, Notts County 1. ' Third Division Northern Section Barrow 3, Hartlepools United 1. Halifax Town 4. Crewe Alexandra 1. Hull City 4, Darlington 3. Mansfield Town 3. Gateshead 2* Port Vale 1. Oldham Athletic 0. Rotherham United 2, Accrington Stanlev 2. Stockport County 2-, Lincoln City 0. York City 5, Carlisle United 2. NORTHERN UNION Bramley 12, Hull Kingston 16. Dewsbury 19, St. Helens Rec. 13. Huddersfield 72. Newcastle 13. Wakefield 21, Castleford 0. Swlnton 28. Leigh 0. RUGBY LEAGUE Championship Final Salford 13, Warrington 11. ASSOCIATION SEASON ENDED (Received May 2, 10.2 p.m.) LONDON, May 1. The Association football season is ended. Leicester City and Blackpool have been promoted to the first division. Manchester United and Sheffield Wednesday are relegated to the second division. LEADING LADY IN DISTRESS ♦_ At least one star from a well-known revue company has cause to remember Christchurch. The inclement weather was at the bottom of it all. The leading lady woke one morning to find herself the possessor of a cold and a husky throat, bad enough to prevent her from speaking or singing. It looked as though she would have to disappoint her considerable public that night. Frantic suggestions were forthcoming —of no avail until some wise person asked if she had tried Baxter’s Lung Preserver. She hadn’t. But she did—and the show went on that night and her voice had never been in better form. There’s nothing like Baxter’s Lung Preserver for coughs, colds, sore throats, and other bronchial ailments. “Baxter’s” relieves congestion, reduces inflammation, cuts the phlegm. “Baxter’s” is a warming, soothing liquid that quickly and pleasantly remedies all coughs and colds. Be sure you try “Baxter’s.” 1/6, 2/6, 4/6, at all chemists and stores. Ask for Baxter’s Lung Preserver. 1

The Championship The positions in the senior championsnip are now as follows ;— w. X>. D. p. A. Pts. Sunhyslde 4 0 0 64 27 4 Sydenham »v 3 0 1 86 33 31 University .. S 0 1 60 22 31 Old Boys 2 2 0 35 27 Z Merlvalo .. 1 2 V 43. 61 Athletic 1 2 i 26 34 11 Christchurch % 2 i 43 48 11 Albion .. 1 3 0 42 52 1 : Wnwood 1 3 0 43 85 1 Technical >. 0 3 1 44 99 1

of the teams: — P. W. D. , L. , F. A. Pts. Unwood 3 2 X 0 52 33 6 Addington 2 2 0 2 32 0 4 Sydenham 3 1 0 2 27 70 2 Waimairi 2 • 0 1 1 10 15 1 Hornby 2 0 0 2 29 32 0

P. W. D. Goals F. A. Pts. Western 3 3 0 0 14 6 6 Tech. Coll OM. 4 2 0 2 13 11 4 Rangers 4 1 . 2 1 7 7 4 Nomads 4 1 1 2 12 9 3 Thistle 3 1 1 1. 6 12 3 Y.M.C.A. 4 X 0 3 8 15 2