FINAL TRAINING

Grey River Argus, 12 August 1937, Page 9

FINAL TRAINING

Keen on Rabbit Shooting I.Per Press Association], MASTER TON, August 11. The Springboks will have their final training, prior to Saturday’s test, tomorrow morning. Several of the players, who have been suffering ' from colds, went to bed after Tuesday’s practice, and, as a result, they were considerably, better to-day. The Africans trained for over an hour this afternoon, but it was noticeable that Brand, the famous full-back, did not turn out. It is stated, however, that he will be fit and well for Saturday.. In their training to-day, the Springboks confined themselves to orthodox methods, but there was considerably more speed as compared with the previous afternoon. There is no doubt they have enjoyed the spell of fine weather while in Masterton, and, while avoiding social engagements as much as possible, they have taken every opportunity of getting out in the open. Motor trips round outlying country have been greatly favoured, while the interest of a number of the players in rabbit-shooting bids fair to outrival their love for Rugby. The final practice will be held tomorrow morning, and the team will return to Wellington in the afternoon. AFRICAN WINGERS CATCH COLDS. MASTERTON, August 10. There is an epidemic of colds among the Springboks. Brand is still nursing Saturday’s leg injury. Turner and Williams have been both in bed with bad colds. The indisposition of Turner and Williams will be serious unless they make a quick recovery, as these are the Springboks’ most valuable scoring | men. The referee will be chosen from those who have officiated in the five matches to date. Well-informed opinion is that Mr. Macassey and Mr. Dickson have the best chances.