FOOTBALL IN WELLINGTON.
LOWER STANDARD OF PLAY. Wellington, Sept. 20. The falling off in the standard of Wellington toot ball was so noticeable this year compared with last that it has greatly exercised the authorities, and a special meeting of the Rugby Union committee was held to discuss it, at which selectors, including Messrs. Wallace and F. Roberts, were called in to help. Mr. Roberts was strongly of the opinion that the new rule re kicking into touch had much to do with it, and he was supported by others. Against this it was stated that Sydney players were absolutely in favour of it. One member went so far as to say: “You never see football now that was formerly witnessed” ; and as far as this year is concerned few would dispute his opinion. The substance of the discussion was that the new rule did not improve the game. Uniform interpretation of the rules by referees was required, and a system by which players could get together during the week.
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Hawke's Bay Tribune, Volume XII, Issue 239, 21 September 1922, Page 2
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