THE ASSOCIATION GAME

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXIX, Issue 21315, 17 October 1932, Page 15

THE ASSOCIATION GAME

FALCON CUP COMPETITION SUCCESS OF Y.M.C.A. TEAM THISTLE BEATEN IN FINAL Following its success in the Auckland Football Association's senior championship, Y.M.C.A. proved conclusively that it i 3 the outstanding nenior team in Auckland this season by defeating Thistle in the final of tho Falcon Cup ltnock-out competition at Blandford Park on Saturday. It was a disappointing fame, in which Y.M.C.A. displayed an all-round superiority to .secure a comfortable verdict. Conditions were excellent and conducive to the best o£ football. It took the pinj era a few _ minutes to cot accustomed to the fast conditions, Y.M.C.A. being the quicker lo find ita feot, and a swift onslaught on the right saw Chalmers back pass to Christie, who scored with a great drive irom 30yds. Thistle replied strongly after this reverse, but without the cohesion characteristic of the Y.M.C.A. attacks. Wood worked into a good position and gave Williamson an easy opportunity to scoro which was thrown away. The subsequent exchanges were of a very uninteresting nature, the ball being swung about haphazardly. Christie was working the Y.M.C.A. left with more success than the right and Hamilton and Kay responded well, but invariably spoiled their work at the crucial moment by a weak pass. Just prior to tho close of the first half Thistle drew level, a weak shot by Williamson being misjudged by Cowie, the ball trickling into the net. The secoud spell opened in uninspiring fashion, with neither team showing its usual combination. Mowat sent Humphreys into action with a well-judged pass, the ball being taken through and swung across nicely, but Bell just failed to (jet to closo quarters. Shortly afterwards a fine solo effort bv Hamilton gave Y.M.C.A. the lead. A firsttime drive struck the crossbar and Hamilton followed it up to head past Gerrard into tho net. Thistle replied strenuously and an exciting melee resulted in tho Y.M.C.A. gpalmouth, but relief came with a free kick. Rushing back Bell worked in and scored Y.M.C.A.'s third goal. Y.M.C.A put tho issue beyond doubt when Cowie scored from a penalty received for "hands" against a Thistle defender. Before the close McCosh reduced the deficit, the crime ending with the score:—-Y.M.C.A.. 4: Thistle. 2. Mr. J. Firth was referee. TRAMUREWA PLAYS PONSONBY In an endeavour to decide the relegation question an outstanding senior championship game between Trumurewa and Ponsonby was played at Blandford Park on Saturday, when a draw resulted, each side scoring two goals. Ihe drawn result now places Trainurewa and £>ew Accord level in points and tho relegation will be decided upon coal average. Tho tea in ranked as lowest will bo challenged b.v Abel s. the winner of the second grado championship, for tho right to enter tho senior grade. SPORTS CARNIVAL Y.M.C.A. BOYS' DIVISION. EVENTS AT WESTERN SPRINGS B tern Springs Stadium was the scene on Saturday afternoon of many keenly-con-tested finals in tho Y.M.C.A. Boys' Division annual athletio sports. During the afternoon the Grey Lynn branch of tho Westmere Club gave an ambulance display of bandaging and stretcher work, which showed a high standard of efficiency. Main interest centred round the primary schools' club relay, which was for the Smeeton Cup. The Adventurers (Grey Lynn branch) were first, with the Vikings second and the Westmeres third. The trophy winners were as follows: Patterson Cup, senior championship.—L. Page, 16 points, 1; R. Harold, 14 points, 2; T. Holdsworth, 12 points, 3. Pascoe Cup, junior championship.—G. Woolley, 16 points, 1; J. Matthews, 12 points, 2; J. Cowper, 7 points, 3. Handicap Medal.—F. McManemin, 14J points, 1; J. Matthews, 12 points, 2; L. McDonald, 10 points, 3. Following are details of tho results.— Senior Championship—loo Yards: Harold, 1; Page, 2; McDonald, 3. 220 Yards: Harold, 1; Page, 2; Holdsworth, 3. 440 Yards: Holdsworth, 1; Page, 2; Henton, 3. 880 Yards: Holdsworth, 1: Fowlds, 2; Page, 3. Long jump: Page, 16ft. lOJin., 1; Harold, 15ft. 3in., 2; Dean and Fowlds, loft. lin.. 3. High jump: Henton, 4ft. 7Jin., 1; Fowlds, 4ft sin., 2; Harold and McManemin, 4ft. 4in., 3. Junior Championship.—loo Yards: Matthews, 1; Woolley, 2; Cowper, 3. 220 Yards: Matthews, 1: Woolley. 2; Boddy, 3. 410 Yards: Woolley, 1; Leighton, 2; Boddy, 3. 880 Yards: Stevens, 1; Howe, 2; Leighton, 3. Long jump: Woolley, 14ft. lin., 1; Cowper, 13ft. 9Jin., 2; Matthews, 13ft. 6&in., 3. High Jump: Cowper and Parker, equal, 3ft. llin. Handicaps, 14 and 15. —100 Yards: McDonald, 1; Higgison, 2; McManemin, 3. 220 Yards: McDonald. 1; Higgison and McManemin. dead-heat, 2. SSO Yards: McManemin, 1; Higgison, 2; Foley, 3. Obstacle race: McManemin, 1; Kasper, 2; Dean, 3. Handicaps, 12 and 13.—75 Yards: Matthews, 1; Woolley, 2: Cowper, 3. 410 Yards: Matthews, 1: Boddy, 2; Woolley. 3. Sack race: Livingstone, 1; Gilmour, 2; Cowan, 3. Obstacle race: Leighton, 1; Livingstone, 2; Matthews. 3. Handicaps, under 12.—75 Yards: Morrison and Boddy, dead heat, 1; Bishoprick, 2. Sack race: Thom, 1; Milligan, 2; Jones, 3. Obstacle race: Howe, 1; Bishoprick, 2; McRae, 3. Three-legged race: Bishoprick and Howe, 1; Carroll and Newby, 2; Kidd and Milligan, 3. Mile, open.—Wade, 1; Fowlds, 2; Carpenter, 3. i Primary Relay.—Adventurers, 1; Vikings, 2; Westmeres, 3. Relay, Old Boys v. Present, 1} miles.— Old Boys won by 50 yards. SCHOOL CROSS-COUNTRY RACE ' The annual cross-country race of the Vauxhall School, Devonport, took place on Saturday afternoon. There were 42 starters. The distance was one mile over tho Takapuna racecourse, and the race was run under favourable conditions. The result was:— H. Hustler, 255, 1; J. Bennett, ecr, 2. Bennett registered the fastest time, of 6m 30 2-ss. Prizes for the school race were presented by Mrs. Watkins. wife of Mr. H. H. Watkins, chairman of tho school committee, at an annual dance held in tho Parish Hall, Devonport, on Saturday evening. Hustler recoived tho Harrier Cup and Medal, and Bennett the medal for fastest time. In tho junior event, under 31 years of age. P. Macindoe received the Bennett Cup. Tamaxoa won tho Kohn Cup. presented to the school house with the highest points scoro for the day. CROQUET MONT LE GRAND'S OPENING The official opening of the Mont le Grand Croquet Club took place on Saturday afternoon in tho presence of a large gathering. Tho visitors wero welcomed by tho Mayor ol Mount Eden, Mr. T. McNab, who saul the greens appeared to be in much better condition than was the case a year ago. Mr.. J. Stallworthy, M.P.. also extended felicitations to tho players. The president of tho Auckland Croauet Association, Mrs. R. J. Hamilton, who was accompanied by the secretary, Mrs. A. H. Keesing, extended congratulations and best wishes from her executive. Referring to the departure from tho district of Mrß. Cole, she expressed tho hope that tho club would unearth another champion as a successor to that excellent representative. Mrs. Hamilton referred to the growth of the game in Auckland. and said that tho members of affiliated clubs, particularly in the B and C grades, had increased considerably. On the interclub week-day, Tuesday, she understood that fully 400 croquet players wero visiting tho various greens. The first ball was played by the president. Mrs. E. Peckham. and games wore proceeded with. The results were as follows:—First prizo. Mrs. Robertson (Mount Albert). First B. Mrs. Mickleborougli. Hidden number. Mrs. Thomas (A). Mrs. Matthews (B). Booby prizes, Mrs. Bush (A), Mrs. Scott (B). PAPAKURA CLUB [BY TELEGRAPH —OWN CORRESPONDENT] PAPAKURA, Sunday The official opening of tho Papakura Croquet Club was held on Saturday in the presence of a large attendance, including representatives of other clubs. The president, Mrs. H. E. McEntee, welcomed tho visitors and called on tho patron, Mrs. E. D. McLennan, to open tho lawns for play. Tho winners of competitions were:—Section A: Mrs. Daisley. 'Section B: Miss McCullough. PORTLAND CLUB [by telegraph—own correspondent] WHANGAREI. Sunday Tho Portland Croquet Club held the official opening for ihe season yesterday afternoon in delightful spiing woather and in tho presence of a large attendance of members and visitors. Mr. T. Biewis. president of tho Portland Bowling Club, congratulated the croquet club splendid lawns and tho large attendance of visitors. In spite of the difficult times the club's membership was increasing, and a successful season was anticipated. Mr. T. H. Wilson, president, drove the first ball and declared the lawns open for play. A great deal of interest was taken in the competition games played during the afternoon, and these were won as follows: Ladder, Mr 3. E. N. Boult: golf, Mrs. T. H. Wilson; planet, Mrs. R. L. Wilson.