HOCKEY

Evening Star, Issue 18649, 2 June 1924, Page 3

HOCKEY

POSITION OF TEAMS.

The day ra cloudv, a cold southerly, accompanied during tne second spell sp<dl by rain, .swept the Oral, and the. grounds were hoarier than they have heen so hir this season. They were certainly not conducive to really classic hockey. The principal fixture, of the day was the match Technical College Old Boys v. City. Both teams had hitherto enjoyed unbeaten records, and it seemed a fitting close to the liras round that they should meet. The game was fast, from start to finish, and tho result just .about represented their respective merits on the day’s piny. Albany defeated Gymnastic 5-2, the game being fairly even. TECHNICAL OLD BOYS v. CITY. This match, between tho two unbeaten teams of the competition, was played on No. 1 ground. Both teams were in good form. Tor some time from the start play ranged about the midfield. Both teams, due no doubt to the high tension they were strung to, wore giving faults. Play opening, Old Boys were forced to concede a twenty-five. • I'lay ranged up and down the field, and, due to fumbling by Old Boys' backs, City netted. 1-0. Resuming play, Bastion took the ball’ up the left wing and centred, but the chance was missed. After Old Boys had brought their combination into play City were called upon to guard. The teams were evenly matched, but the greasy nature of the ground seemed- to be troubling tho Old Boys. Nevertheless they kept City to busy that several twenty-fives were allowed in their end of tho field. Old Boys iiad several shots at goal, bat Randal] was wide awake. Harris and Gun- (centrehalves for the respective teams) were playing at the top of their form and distributing the ball impartially among their forwards. Play opened up, and City became dangerous, bat Munro cleared, to the lino. Old Boys got possession, and City conceded a corner, bnl. Quit cleared. City again pressed and shot, but Swan kicked out. Jackson, ran the length of the field, and a, corner was conceded, and Old Boys seemingly scored, but the referee ruled otherwise. Seelen ran up and passed. Hinton took it and passed, and Johnson netted. 1-1. Old Boys, using their knowledge of each other's play, were becoming more dangerous, hut- the Oily halves defended well, and half-time went with the score 1-1.

Rain fell during the second spoil. Old Boys attacked, and City conceded a corner, from which Harris scored with a shot that gave the goalie no chance. 2-1. Both teams then got- a fair share of the play, the ball travelling up and down the field.’' Play was becoming more like first grade hockey. The five Old Boys forwards were playing life one man, and Ireland gave a corner. Cnrr got a smack over the head, which necessitated attention. Nevertheless this .voting player set in motion a movement which forced Old Roys to concede a comer, but Swan cleared and Sow Hoy carried play into City territory. a.nd City in tarn allowed a corner, but nothing resulted. City carnc again and shot. Swan kicked out, hut. Oily netted. 2-2. Play became fast, and Bastion, carrying up the wing, passed to Johnson, he to Hunter, who scored. 3-2. City attacked, but, Harris and Lockhart shared the honors in putting Old Boys out of danger. Lockhart was playing a solid defensive game. Johnson here was severely -urt by a smack on the knee. Play again was open, both sets of backs being called upon to defend, and City eventually shot. Swan cleared, but City would not bo denied, and scored. 3-3. Shortly after City seemed to score, but an infringement in the circle spoiled the chance. Shortly after the whistle sounded with the score: Technical Old Boys ALBANY v. GYMNASTIC. 'Hiis game was played on Oval No. 2 under rather unpleasant weather conditions. The teams were fairly even, tnc dillcrenco being indicated by tie scores.

SECOND ROUND DRAW. The following is tin l draw for the second round of the first grade competition : June, 7.—Gymnastic v. City, University A v. University 1!. Technical College Old Boys v. Albany. June 14. -Gyinniistic v. Technical College Old Boys, Albany v. University B, City v. University A. June 21. —Gvmnastic v. Albany, University A v. 'iVchnical College Old Boys, City v. I'diversity B. June 28.—University B v. Gymnastic, Technical College Old Boys v. City, University A v. A.ininy. July 5.--Gviunj.-! :c v. University A, City v. Albany, Technical College Old Boys v. University hi. IN OTHER CENTRES. AUCKLAN n. St. Luke's 4, beat Somerville 3; Mount Eden 4. beat University I. CIIRISTCIIUKCiI. Sydenham 4, beat Selwyn B 0; Teelmical A 3, beat Technical B 0; Sclwvn A 4, heat St. Albans 0. LADIES' GAMES. OTAGO v. MOMONA. Owing to the students’ vacation only one senior match was played—Ol:mo v. Momona. Tho ground, although rather wet and slippery, was in fair order, and a fast and interesting game resulted. The score is a fair indication of (he merits of the two teams. Otago opened up in fine form, and quickly registered two goals. 'Jhis reverse was quickly followed by a brilliant run by Miss L. Guest, who netted (he ball. Otago 2, Momona 1. Play tip and down the field followed. A fine centre from Miss Andrews was intercepted by Miss L. Guest, and a further goal was scored. Otago 2, Momona 2. Half-time was called with no further score. On resumption of the game Otago, with great dash, carried the play to the opponents’ circle, and Alisa Pickering scored with a good shot. Otago 3. Momona 2. Miss L. Guest, again scored for Momona, equalising the score. This was shortly afterwards followed by a score 1 from a scramble for Otago. Many opportunities wore missed by both sides during the remainder of tho game, and a few minutes before time Miss Andrews scored again for Momona Final;— Otago 4 Momona 4 Mr J- Gray was an efficient- referee.

r. grade. Tnangc D I. 5, Waiata 2, Mnmona 4. Technical College 2. Taiori 4. Otago 1. 2, Technical College P, ]. 5, (ln>Kn Island I. Kaikorai 2. Otago IT. 2. GOLF OTAGO CC:,r CLUB. The annual club foursomes took place on Balmacowon Links. The winners were Ciias. ]■;. Held and H. S. Jones. The best semes were: C. IC. Reid and H. S. Jones (handicap 10), 6 down. A. Todd and 11. do C. M‘Arthur (7), 6 down. C. T. Irvine and A. 11. Haggitt (6), 7 down. R. If. Barron and C. 11. Whitcombo (11), 7 down. !■’. Throp and J. P. Rutherford (12), 7 down. ■ST. CLAIR. A bogey mauJi was played on (he St. Clair links, and was won by D. M. Irvine, with a score oi 1 down. The following were the best cards returned; I). .11. Irvine 'handicap 1), I down; N. N. Smith (handicap .12). 2 down; W. G. Wight (handicap 2). 3 down; H. Chapman (handicap 13), 4 down. BASKET BALL A GRADE. First 14, Bine Triangle 4. B GRADE. Toi Toi 2, Anderson Bay T. 1. Cargill Road .Methodists 39, Blue Triangle I. 6. South Dunedin 6, Rata 2. Anderson Bav 11. 15, Blue Triangle 11. 4. Globo 5, Defiance 4. Albany 28, Hard to Beat 7.

1 Toi Toi ID, South Dunedin 0. Kowbai 30, Torch 13. Cargill Road Methodists 14, Stiff 0. Toi Toi 10, South Dunedin 0* Standard 21, Knox 9. First 35, Lenamhor 16, harriers” The Cargill Road Methodist Club hold their one and a-half mile Maiden Race at Forbury Pari Fourteen runners faced the starter, and were sent off at intervals. At tho end of the first round Somerville and Inglis wore running together in the lead. At tho back of tho course they increased the distance between them and the others, who wore running in a bunch. Entering tho straight Somorvillo increased his pace, and, running well, won easily; Inghs was second, and MTndoe thud. The three runners are all about sixteen years of age and show promise. Result G. Somerville (handicap 40sec) 1, D. Tnglis (55scc) 2, M. MTndoe (25sec) 5. Time, 9min 24scc. Mr G. Slater was handicappcr and starter, and Messrs Ji. Rosevoar, A. T. MTndoe, and tho Rev. 0. S. Poarn wore tho judges. University ran from the Allen Hall, Union street Tho hares were responsible for a. somewhat erratic trail, yet one which covered all varieties of country—open grass land, scrub, hill, and road. Owing to vacation, tho attendance was slightly smaller than usual, although large enough to admit of two moderate packs, fast and slow, being formed. Following Castle street and Duke street, tho trail led to the Reservoir.. Here the fast and slow packs were formed, the fast pack forging ahead in an endeavor to overtake the hares, who, although sighted soon after, managed to retain, their load. Up on to tho saddle of Flagstaff, above Ben Rudd's property, down again into War kari, along the Taieri road, thence through Fraser’s Gully, and again to Wakari Valley the trail led. Highgato, once reached, was followed to Driver's road, leading to the foot of Regent road, from which point a fast run kmc commenced, Hodgkias, Roby, and Moir arriving together in a fast'finish. Next woek the club will bold a combined run with the Anglican Club, commencing from tho George Street School.

The Ladies’ Anglican Harriers ran from 59 Duke street. Before the ran Mr Gore took the club’s photo. Misses M. Stokes and 1). Saxon were responsible tor a good trail being laid. The pack, in charge of Captain F. Stokes, numbering 15, followed the trail up over the hill at the Gardens, past the Opolio football ground, up past the old Fish Hatcheries, .along ihn top of Signal Hill road, then down through some burnt bush to the butts. The pack then skirled Logan Park, and branched off at. Dundas street and made ior home via Castle street. The club after the ran is holding a social evening at Mr H Kdmond's. The Civil Service Club held their Thrcemila .Railway Handicap Race at Wingalui. A large field faced the starter (Mr A .Melville). Jackson, the limit man, set off at a smart pace, closely followed by Melville, Wilson, and Burke. Mel-

.■ ilie look the lead about half a mile from the starting [tost, and maintained it until the back straight was reached in the final lap, where he was overtaken hy Matheson, with Brown (scr) in close attendance. In a strong finish .Brown succeeded in reaching the tape five yards ahead of Matheson. with Burke third, and Melville fourth. Time, 16rain 2 2-sscc. Burke, who ran third, put up a fine performance fo* ills first attempt over this distance. He is a promising runner. After the race a short address on training was given by Messrs A. F. Pittaway and A. Melville, sen., and was greatly appreciated by the members. Next Saturday the club will hold their ran from Caversham School.

The Dunedin Anglican Harriers held their Steeplechase Handicap at Wingatui. The thanks of the dub are duo to Mr J. Ellis for the use of the old Taicri racecourse, and to the officials who so ably controlted the race. Nineteen runners faced the starter, Mr Les Burk, and at (he word “ Go!” the limit men set off at a merry pace for the first 400yds, slowing down considerably after. The trail led past the stand and through adjoining paddocks, then back along the Jancfleld road on to the course. Here the runners circled the course, Mouat leading from Paterson, Henderson, Burton, M'[lonian. On the commencement of the second lap Bibby (scr), who had come itihough suddenly, took the lead from Mouat, with Ashby next, Paterson, Burton. M'Keman, and Forbes. Bibby increased his lead, and, running strongly, , ran in a winner by 40yds, Forbes putting in a veiy fast finish and running from 'well hack into second place. , Ashby (third) also came very strongly at tho] finish. A sharp shower took place as tho , runners came up the straight, and made | the finish very unpleasant. Results:—; R, B. Bibby (scr) 1, G. J. Forbes (osec) 2, H. Ashby flssec) 3, Burton (40soc) 4, Pat- : erson (25sec) 5, Mouat (40sec) 6. The Edmond Gup team will bo finally picked from the following next Saturday Bibby, Forbes. .Ashby, Burton, Paterson, Mouat, Sinclaiifi, M ‘Kcnian, Dewar, Boddy, Provo, Stables, Horder, Orrarod.

The Pacific GJnb held their two-mile handicap at Forbury Park under very lioavy conditions, and a stiff wind. The limit men started off at an easy pace, but the men on the 50yd mark made the pace solid. At the end of the first lap the order was : Burleigh and L. Bond in the lead, the, rest bunched. Hobbs was seen to ho closing up very strongly, and making his bid in the second lap ran into third place. The last lap was all his own, although he only won by 15yds from Willcden. with Morrison third. Time, lOmin 45 2-s,sec. Hobbs ran a splendid race throughout, and showed that he is in the pink of condition. Willedcn, the second man, is one of the club’s M finds ” this season, and with a little more training will be, a great help to (be Edmond Chip team. The following have been selected to represent the chib in the Edmond Cup:—Hobbs, M'Lean. Grey, Jolly, Morrison, Wilson, Grey, Willeden, Mowat, Gibson; emergency, Burleigh. Caver,sham held their Vice-president's Three-mile, Handicf.p Race at Forbury Park under bad conditions, the track being exceptionally heavy. Eighteen run ners faced tho starter (Mr D. Anderson I. The first round showed Lee in tho lead, with Emerson and Hetherington in close attendance. During the second and third rounds tho back-markers commenced to draw on tbe loaders, and on the completion of th i fourth round Hcthcringion and Emerson, who were running ncck-and neck, passed Lee, with A. Frye following closely. Emerson, who was running a splendid race, drew away, winning by aiout 10yds from Hetherington. Time, ffimin 55soc, Leo finished third, with A. flye fourth. The Edmond Cup team w’B he selected from the following;—C. Frye, Tapp. A. Frye. Emerson, Hetherington, MacDounc.il, M’Gec, Le.o, Logfin, Gibb, Fraser, Mills, and MLaron. The thanks of the club are due to the Forbury Park Trotting Club for granting the use of the ground. St. Kilda Clnb held their Three-mile Track Race at Forbury Park. Owing to the ruin the track was very heavy. Sixteen men faced tho starter (Air B. Eoscvear). C. M‘Crone breasted tho tape first, and was followed closely by T. Dove, with ('. Wills and R. Mercer third. The other competitors followed the placed men very closely, and if they continue mailing in such good style the St. Kilda Club will have a strong team to - represent it in tbe forthcoming Edmond Cup race.

The following will represent St. Patrick’s in the Edmond Cup Race: While, Cameron, Fitzgerald, MTlroy, Meehan, M'Donnell, Bradley, Cull, M'Allcn, Cluttcrbuck ; emergencies—C. Mcnhcnick, Hu lands, Allen. This chib held a three-mile handicap at Forbury Park under heavy conditions and a boisterous wind. Fourteen of a field

faced the starter (M.r E. Myall). dhe limit men started off at an easy pace, and the first time past the stand the order was Menhenick, Hnlamls, and Cull. The scratch man (Wliitt-) seemed to lie closing up on Cameron, who was running very strongly. The order hi the last lap was White first, closely followed !>y Cameron and Fitzgerald. This order was maintained to the finish. llesmlt: White (scr) 1, Cameron (30scc) 2, Fitzgerald (105. sec) 3. The thanks of the club are due to the Forbury Park Trolling Club for the use of the grounds, and to Mr M'Evoy (timekeeper), Mr A. L. Marlow (handicappcr), Mr Myall (starter), and Mr E. Pollock (president).

it C J 40 13 c £ < t/J pi E Won. Lost. Dra^v 6 0 CD 5 Tech. Col. Old Boys 5 4 0 1 36 6 9 City 5 4 0 1 32 6 9 4 University A ... ‘1 2 2 0 17 3 Albany 5 2 3 0 7 27 4 University B ... 4 I 3 0 7 29 2 Gymnastic 5 0 5 0 9 57 0