Saturday’s Sport

Evening Star, Issue 21169, 1 August 1932, Page 4

Saturday’s Sport

Otago’s Good Rugby Win

England Wins First League Test

kick from far out, the ball falling short. Fielding a kick, M'Skimming made a strong run for the corner and went inches short of success as he was brought down by the opposing fullback. Canterbury tackling broke up Otago passing, but a minute later the Blue backs were in action again, Simon threw out in great style from a scrum, Smith received the pass, and ran Mackenzie well into position, the ’Varsity winger going over at the corner in determined fashion. Hartnell’s kick went just outside the upright. Otago 13, Canterbury 9. Otago continued to do all the attacking, Canterbury, however, always being dangerous. A free kick sent the Blues back.to halfway, where Canterbury passing broke down at Oliver. The' Otago forwards, playing well together, had Canterbury on the defensive, Rowe saving near the line. In a race for the ball after an Otago back had kicked through, Mackenzie was just beaten in a race for the ball by Bullivante, who found touch, and halftime was called with the scores: Otago 13 Canterbury 1 9 SECOND SPELL Otago quickly returned to halfway following the kick-off, M'Skimming dribbling well, which was checked by Oliver, who was doing a great deal of saving work. Vincent sent the Canterbury backs away, but Dunshea missed his pass and then Wilson made a breakaway, footing through in good style. Bullivante came to tho rescue, but the Otago forwards, playing with renewed vigour, pressed hard on the line for a while. Bolton fielded a clearing kick and essayed a pot at goal, which was unsuccessful, Canterbury forcing. First Mackenzie and then Bathgate made a bid for the line, the latter being recalled for a forward pass. Thomson led a Canterbury forward rush to halfway, but Bolton sent tho Colours back to near halfway. Bullivante fielded the ball in great style, and made a penetrating run before he was brought down. Simon broke away and M'Skimming kicked through and followed fast to force Bullivante over tho line with the ball. Otago was making most of the play, but Thomson broke through from a scrum and shifted play to the home twenty-five. After mulling by the Otago backs, King was nearly over, being thrown out at the corner. The Cauterburv backs raced into action from midfield, .and Oliver put in a strong run before Bolton brought him down with a sure tackle. Niven led au Otago rush to halfwav, but off-side play checked the Blues. Oliver was caught with the ball, and the Otago forwards surged into Canterbury’s twenty-five, Bullivante easing tho tension by finding touch- Thomson again loomed into the picture by breaking through, but he was unsupported, and Lucy brought him down, Otago returning to halfway. After a brief respite while Findlay received attention for some slight injury, Simon placed Otago on attack by finding a gap in the field, and from a loose rush Hartnell was nearly over, being pushed out at the corner. Mortlake was penalised for off-side play ina handy position,, and from the free Kick Bathgate kicked a nice goal, Otago 16, Canterbury 9. For a while play hung around haltway, and then the Otago backs went away in passing after M'Skimming collared Oliver. The ball came in to Wilson, who made a powerful dash for the line, being a couple of yards abort. Lucy tried to force his way over, but a free kick relieved Canterbury temporarily. Hamilton was in the van of an Otago sortie to Canterbury territory and Hollow, who had been persistently off-side, was caught by the referee, and Canterbury cventually was compelled to force. Bathgate missed a shot at goal when Canterbury was a "a in pulled up for off-side play, and Findlav bullockcd his way through from a line-out. A scrum infringement by Canterbury enabled Hartnell to kick a good goal. Otago 19, Canterbury 9. This further reverse put a hit of life into the visitors, and Hollow, Mortlock, and Dunshea were in passing which look play to tho Otago twenty-five. I>l-, V swiiim across to the other flank, and Rowe "made a good run to beat M'Skimming. on ! v 1 • -v tackled by Bolton when a few yards from the line. There was still plenty of incident, and with Otago pressing Bullivante was caught with the ball by Vusou, Oliver coming to the rescue and finding touch. Then, Allan drove the Canterbury rearguard back, but tho Colours managed to clear, and Mortlock made a run to halfway, whore Wilson again brought him down. Tho Otago defence seemed equal to nil the strain that was imposed upon it, Canterbury’s passing lacking snap and thrust with the exception of Oliver, who was showing up well, both on attack and defence, lindlay led the Otago pack in an incursion into Canterbury’s twenty-five, but a scrum infringement pulled them up, and play returned to halfway. Otago passing broke down, but a Canterbury breakaway was short-lived, and Bolton found touch at the visitors twenty-five. Glaring off-side play by the Blues enabled Canterbury to take play to the home twenty-five, but it was not long before the Otago forwards headed by Niven, Hartnell, and Allan, swept through inside the Canterbury twenty-five. Vincent eased the pressure by sending Dunshea away, the wing-three putting in a good dash to halfway. Vincent was collared after a good run, and then Niven made a great run, inside Canterbury’s twenty-five, passing to Simon, who sent on to Hamilton. The ’Varsity forwards broke out of a tackle, sold” a “dummy” to several of the Canterbury backs, and went over to score. Bathgate converted. Otago 24, Canterbury 9. The Otago forwards were still, going great guns, and Finlayson and Hartnell wore in a good piece of dribbling which threatened danger to Canterbury until Vincent cleared. A shortside movement reached Mackenzie, who was tackled by Dunshea before he got going. Bathgate made another bid to cross, and with Otago on the Canterbury line. Wilson, found touch, and thq game ended;— Otago 21 Canterbury 9 Mr L. K. M:u-assay was the referee.

JUNIORS DRAW CAME OF LOST OPPORTUNITIES The junior representative game, played as a curtain-raiser to the big fixture, resulted in a draw—s points all. The visitors had the better of the game, particularly in the first spell, in which Otago were seldom out of their own territory. Canterbury showed more initiative, but threw away many golden opportunities as a result of poor handling, a fault evident on both sides, 'taken as a whole, it was not a particularly interesting game. The teams were: — Otago.—T. Trcvathan, J. L. Jolly, T. P. Crowe, N. J). Keen; I). F.. Murray, Smith ; J. A. Miller; C. B. Stuart, W. Cramoud, H. Bain; C. Morland, J. Faulks, G. Murdoch, \V. Simmers (captain), J. Henry. Canterbury.—B. R. Ogg, C. D. Hopkinson, 1). C. Cohdon, A. I). Straclian, 11. M. Flynn, F. Fade; G. Stevens; A. Peddar, D. Almond, Ji. Schimanski; 1). F. AiuDrson, F. Smith. G. Mansfield, F. Dromgoole; L. Clarke (3-4-1 formation). Otago kicked off, hut Canterbury wore on the olfon-.ive immediately, their forwards packing on the Otago -line. Several hark movements were broken up by the Dark Blues, tho hall not going past thec('Hire. Trcvathan, the Otago full-hack, had his hands full in V

blocking Canterbury attacks. The first quarter of an hour saw Otago out of their own territory only twice for short attacks. Tho Blues were penalised outside their twenty-five line and Cobden attempted to goal, a good shot falling short. The Otago forwards took charge for a minute, carrying play to the Canterbury twenty-five for the first time in twenty minutes’ play. But tho attack was short-lived, and a moment later Stevens, the Canterbury half, snapped up the ball and sent Eado, Cobden, and liopkinson off, the last-named having a clear run of 40yds to score under the posts. Cobden converted. Canterbury 5, Otago 0. Otago brightened up after this reverse, and llic Blue forwards, led by Jolly, made a determined attack deep in Canterbury territory. Tbo equalising try was a spectacular one. Murray stopped a Canterbury passing rush and raced off. Ho was caught, but as he was falling sent a good pass to Crowe, who outstripped the defending hacks to score under the posts. Trcvathan converted. Canterbury 5. Otago 5. Canterbury opened an offensive from tho kick-off in the second spell, and a period of ragged play followed, neither side gaining any material advantage. Poor handling was nullifying several promising movements on both sides. Canterbury were again dominating the play, hut opportunity alter opportunity was thrown away hy uncertain handling. Miller, the Otago half, initiated a movement- that saw ail tho Otago hacks handle, play going through to within a few yards’ of the Canter-

bury line. Hero the visitors were penalised. Treyathnn made an excellent attempt from a difficult angle, the ball hitting the upright. There was no further score, and tho game ended: — Canterbury ... 5 Otago ... 5 Mr L. Wright was referee. FOURTH GRADE. Southern 12, Christian Brothers’ H.S. 0. , fiP „ ... IN OTHER CENTRES CHRISTCHURCH. Christchurch 27, ’Varsity 6. Old Boys 35, Athletic IC. Linwood 21, Albion 3. WELLINGTON. —Senior A.— Mutt 15, Ponoke 14, Petone 50. Oriental C. Old Buys 23, Athletic 0. ’Varsity 14, Bcrhampore 8. Wellington 21, Eastbourne 11. Marist 18, Miramar 9. ■—Senior B.— ’Varsity 15, Porirua 0. St. Pats. Old Boys 15, Old Boys 3. Unit 1.1, Onslow !). MANAWATU. Old Boys 9, Massey College 0. Kia Toa 13, United 0. KeiMiiig Old Boys 34, Feilding 17.

WANGANUI. Kaicrau 22, Marist 3. Pirates 18, Old Boys 6. PLAYER ORDERED OFF FEELING RUNS HIGH [Peu United Press Association.] WELLINGTON, July 31. The feeling aroused during the Rugby football match on Saturday between Marist and Miramar was carried to unusual lengths at the conclusion of the game. Heated exclamations were heard among the crowd, and the players and an excited section of the crowd followed the Marist players to tho dressing sheds. Some little time before the close of the game, which was played on the Polo Ground at Mirimar, Hull, a Miramar forward, was ordered off bu tho referee (Mr R. 'Baton). When the final whistle sounded Hull returned to the field and mixed with the players. An altercation then developed between two players, who were soon separated. Supporters of both teams surged round, jfncl there was a .good dead of wild talk. A small section of the crowd hung round waiting outside tho Marists' dressing sheds, but the players were allowed to leave (jointly. Bor a while the referee was the centre of attraction. Some of the crowd appeared to be rankled over the ordering off of tho Miramar player and gave expression to their feelings.

AUCKLAND TOURING TEAM WIN AGAINST HAWKE'S BAY [Per United Press Association.] HASTINGS, July 30. The Auckland representatives defeated Hawke’s Bay by 10 points to 8 in the first match of their tour. There was an attendance of 4,000, and_ the weather was ideal. The visitors kicked off against the sun, and the first five minutes’ play favoured Bay territorially though possession of the ball was more with Auckland than with the home side. Determined tackling by the local men frustrated the visiting backs, who failed to make territory, but were always ready to start passing bouts when on defence. From a loose scrum the ball went out to Cornthwaite, who made a good opening to allow Millikin to run in unchallenged and score under the posts. Heazlewood converted. Heazlewood furnished a real thrill when he brilliantly beat three opponents and started a passing rush after selling a couple of dummies, the effort occasioning the total collapse of the local debut, being nullified by a wild pass by Fmlayson. The Bay forwards were putting in good work, countering the enterprise of the Auckland backs, who were quick to move into action. Hard work by the home forwards kept Bay on attack. From a scrum near the corner Lambie bustled through, and the forwards, rallying round, enabled Ireland to dive over, Grant converting. The Auckland backs were handling exceptionally well, and Cornthwaite put in a couple of brilliant breaks when the second spell opened. The Bay forwards continued to bustle their opponents, who generally found relief per medium of the smart work of the backs. Drake had to leave the field with an injury, and was not replaced. The home side topped the score when Satherley secured, after a scrum and raced over, but failed to convert. t The Auckland forwards succeeded in breaking through a couple of Bay attacks, and a good try was scored by Carter, who cut in nicely from a scrum. Heazlewood converted, giving the visitors a lead of 10 points to 8, which they maintained to the end, despite gruelling Bay - attacks. Grant narrowly missed placing a goal from a free kick right on time. The visitors’ enterprise and polish won the match. SEDDON SHIELD RETAINED BY DULLER [Per United Press Association.] WESTPORT, July 30. The Golden Bay-Motueka representatives were outclassed in all departments of the game in their Seddon Shield match with Buller (the holdcrs 4 of the trophy), who ran over the visitors to win by 40 points to 3. The Buller backs played wonderful football, especially in the second half, when they cut through time and again to score brilliant tries. The home forwards also added to their great reputation, and although the Bay forwards played wall at times, they were completely outclassed by the Buller forwards, who showed great initiative by combining with the backs in several of their dashing movements. Holmwood, the Bay five-eighth, was practically a cripple for most of the game. The Buller backs made good use of the gap to rattle up their large total. For Buller tries were scored by Jones (three). Hill (two), M’Neight, Hoder, Gilscnnan, and Orman, five of which wore converted. Sonnies was responsible for the Bay’s 3 points with a penalty goal. MAORI TOURING TEAM [Per United Pp.ess Association.] OHaIeAWAI, July 30. The Maori touring team defeated North Auckland by 24 points to 3 in a bright game at Ohaeawai to-day. The Maoris were too good for the home side, and after leading by 8 points to oat half-time, ran away _in the second spoil to score four beautiful tries, two of which were converted. North Auckland scored an unconverted fry.

RUGBY

CANTERBURY BEATEN BY 24 TO 9 HOME FORWARDS DOMINATE The Otago Rugby representative fifteen won their first game of the season against Canterbury by 24 points to 9 in a ipatch that, considering the heavy condition of the ground, was of a high standard. An attendance of about 10,000 watched the play, which was fast-and keen, there being many spectacular movements to arouse excitement. Though Otago won by 24 to 9, and were undoubtedly the better side on the day, there was not such a wide margin between the teams as the scores might seem to suggest. The first : spell, as a matter of fact, was fairly evenly contested, and at that period it looked as if either side might win. In the second spell, however, the game assumed a different aspect, the Otago forwards, though conceding weight to their opponents, mastering the situation. Towards the end of the gome they were definitely superior. The backs of both sides were always ready to throw the ball about, and with a heavy ball and a damp ground the handling was good. The passing of the Otago backs was far more effective than that of their opponents, who did a lot of handling standing, and failed to run their outside men into position. Good defensive work was also shown by both sides. By far the larger number of penalties in the game were awarded against the visitors, several of whose forwards were persistently offside after the scrummages. Otago followers must have been pleased with the showing of the home team in their first match. Once the forward pack settled down they had Canterbury rattled, and in the second spell theii concerted work was the dominating feature. The backs,'too, gave promise of developing into an excellent combination. THE TEAMS CANTERBURY. Full-back, A. Bullivahtc 11.7. Three-quarters—A. Rowe 11.6, C. J. Oliver 12.4 (captain), X. Dunshea 11.12. Five-eighths—L. Hollow 12.0, K. S. Mortlock 11.10. Half-back, W. H. Vincent 11.4. Forwards—K. Brown 13.4, J. Pease 13.0, A. Bowes 13.0, C. H. Perkins 13.10, G. W. Thomson 14.0, G. J. Howell 13.8, A. H. Andrews 13.4, and R. H. King 13.0. OTAGO. Full-back, E. Bolton 11.0. Three-quarters—J. A. Mackenzie 12.0 (captain), H. Smith 11. 2, H. M'Skimming 11.4. Five-eighths—R. Wilson 11.4, W. Bathgate 11.6. Half-back, H. Simon 10.10. Forwards—H. Service 12.0, W. Lucy 13.6, J. Hamilton 12.2, 11. Allan 12.6, L. Niven 12.10, C. Finlayson 13.8-, J. Findlay 14.4, and A. M. Hartnell 14.1. THE PLAY FIRST SPELL Otago kicked off and from the first set scrum near the Canterbury twentyfive Simon sent his backs away, Smith unluckily knocking on. Otago forwards continued to hold Canterbury in their own territory, and after several attempts at passing failed Hartnell scored when a loose rush took the hall over the Canterbury line. Bathgate concerted. Otgo 5, Canterbury 0. Canterbury made a brief incursion into Otago territory, but were soon sent back by the Otago forwards, Finlayson and Findlay coming through to half-way. Oliver came cleverly into an Otago attack on his own side of halfway, evaded four or five defenders, and passed at the twenty-five to Dunshea, who raced over unopposed-for a good try behind the posts. Mortlock’s kick hit the cross-bar’. Otago 5, Canterbury 3. ; ' Canterbury forwards began to go better and King and Andrews dribbled to near the Otago line. When Vincent sent the ball out smartly from a scrum Oliver cut in well and sent Rowe over at the corner. The kick by _ Brown missed. Canterbury 6, Otago 5. Hartnell led the Otago forwards deep into Canterbury territory, but when the ball came to Oliver he kicked clownfield, Bolton fielding well and finding touch with a good kick. Otago passing broke down and then Bathgate dribbled through, Vincent holding up the attack in good style. Bathgate failed to goal a free kick from a comfortable position. Then Simon cut away_ splendidly from a scrum, Wilson carried on, and sent Smith over for a good try near the posts. Bathgate converted. Otago 10, Canterbury _6. Canterbury backs failed to stop an Otago rush, headed by Service and Allan, which went from one twentyfive to the other, a free kick sending the attackers back. Oliver left the field at this stage injured, Andrews going from the forwards to centre. A flash up the wing was made by Rowe after Vincent had sent the ball out well from a scrum, the Canterbury winger being brought down after a strong run. Canterbury forwards carried on the attack, and from a throw-in at the corner Pease threw himself over. Hie kick by King missed. Otago 10, Canterbury 9. Oliver was cheered as lie returned to the field. He came into the play at once, and sent back an Otago forward attack with a long line kick. Brown broke through, but was well stopped by Bolton, who scooped up and sent to touch. Hamilton and Niven led the Otago forwards to Hie Canterbury twenty-five. Findlay attempted a free