ASSOCIATION GAME

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXXII, Issue 22191, 19 August 1935, Page 14

ASSOCIATION GAME

CHATHAM CUP MATCH HOSPITAL TEAM SUCCESSFUL MARGIN OF THREE GOALS In spite of difficult conditions the North Island final of tho Chatham Cup competition played at Blandford Park on Saturday, in which Hospital, of Wellington, gained a convincing victory over Ponsonby, of Auckland, provided a splendid exhibition of the Soccer code. The muddy ground and the greasy ball failed to trouble the players to any marked oxtent and the ball was swung about from start to finish in a manner characteristic of cup-tie football. Showing a marked superiority in all departments of the game, the Hospital team gave a display that few club or representative teams at Blandford Park during the past several years have bettered. Tho Hospital side dominated the exchanges in tho first spell. Halves and forwards co-operating, the ball was swung about in a delightful manner, the accuracy of the passing being astonishing considering the uncertain nature of the underfoot conditions and the greasy ball. Tho visitors were assisted in their shock methods by a tendency of tho Ponsonby halves to play too much on the defence. Concentrating on getting the ball into midfield, the Hospital halves, with long, sweeping passes from the llanks, gave every opportunity to a strong, bustling forward line. Evidently appreciating its weakness in tactics iu the first spell, Ponsonby attempted to adopt a more forceful role after the interval. For a period of 15 minutes it appeared likely that the local team would have the opportunity of wiping off its deficit. Conserving its forces while on defence, however, Hospital then showed splendid stamina to fight buck to an offensive position and its methods over the closing stages gave Ponsonby little chance. In a team which gave a sparkling allround display, it was difficult to discriminate between the Hospital players. Solid in the back line, sound and intelligent in the halves, and speedy and thrustful in tho vanguard, the visiting team impressed as a brilliant combination. Tho fine play at fullback of Miles and Thompson, the sound defence and all-round constructive work of Jeffreys and Simon, and the fine understanding between Gibb. McGrory and Webster were salient features. The former New Zealand representative. D, Jones, was the outstanding player for Ponsonby, his steady defensive work and brightness on attack standing out in marked relief against the Comparatively drab displays of the other Ponsonby players. The fullback. Haggett, was responsible for a rugged exhibition, his fearless tackling and lengthy kicking being instrumental in stopping many Hospital atta'cks. The Ponsonby forwards had their chances, but weak finishing invariably spoiled the movements. Farnan received a hard knock early in the game which appeared to affect his play subsequently. Without his valuable services the forward line lacked its usual thrust, While sound enough on defence. Wiseman and Masters did not offer sufficient support to their vanguard. The scorers for Hospital were Woods (2) and Gibba. Mr. G. Sband was referee. WIN FOR AUCKLAND FLYGER ROSE BOWL MATCH The Auckland junior Soccer representatives retained the Flyger Rose Bowl in the challenge match played against Wellington on Saturday. Auckland won by 4 goals to 2. Although the ground conditions wore not conducive to good football both teams managed to reveal a splendid standard of play. Wellington was tho first to settle down and showed up in several constructive movements, but the Auckland defence was sound. Although playing against the wind Auckland retaliat-cd with several dangerous raids. There was no score at half-time, which was a good indication of the merits of the teams. Both teams played better football in the second half, a high standard of play being witnessed. Wellington scored first, but near the end Auckland took the lead. Faulty finishing in the goalmouth prevented Wellington from reducing its deficit. Nolan gave a sound exhibition in Auckland's goal, displaying keen anticipation and pluck in the face of strong opposition. 11cKenna and Macfarlane provided a solid defence. Mackie. in the centre'nalf position, broke up many attacks and initiated several constructive movements. Quick on recovery, Mnnro assisted on defence and with welljudged passes sent his forwards away. Everson showed some deft touches in sending the ball through to the forwards. McGowan and Wood were a sound combination on tho right. The former, in spite of a tendency to hold the ball too long, was mainly responsible for his team's goals. On the left Edwards and Ripley were always dangerous. Dcoki. at centre-forward, was well marked and had to forage for the ball too often. His goal was a good effort. In the visitors' goal King had little chance with tho shots that beat him, and lie was responsible for a sound display. Salisbury and Hicks provided a robust defence, both backs clearing strongly. Vaney, Boyes and Yeoman combined to make a forceful halfback line. Playing with vigour, they were also constructive, swinging the play from wing to wing. Gates led the Wellington attack in an impressive manner, distributing the ball judiciously, but overeagerness spoiled many promising movements. Wrigley and Bedford were aggressive on the right and crossed with accuracy. On tho left Gendall and Leonard showed up in some bretty play, but missed at least two easy chances. Ripley (2), Edwards and Deoki scored for Auckland, while Gates and Gendall netted for Wellington. Mr. H. C. Luke was referee. LOWER GRADE RESULTS Fourth Grade.—North Shore, 4, Ponsonby, 0. Fifth Grade.—-North Shore, 8. New Lynn, 0. WAIKATO TEAM BEATEN [from our own correspondent] HAMILTON, Sunday An Auckland B team had no difficulty in defeating the South Auckland Football Association's B representatives in a match for the Hallyburton Johnstone trophy at Seddon Park yesterday aftornoon, the score being seven goals to three in the visitors' favour. The weather conditions were very bad, and the association lost heavily on the match owing to the expenses involved and the paucity of tho attendance. The principal cause of South Auckland's defeat was the weakness of the goalkeeper, Raven, who was much below form. The fullback, McCallum, also failed. The wings. Bnte and Stewart, played well. Stewart being responsible for the three goals the home team scored. In tho Auckland team, Gavin, the goalkeeper, played an outstanding game, while Cleall, Fyvie, Ekmnn and Hooton were always prominent. SOUTHERN CONTESTS [BY TELEGRAPH —PRESS ASSOCIATION] Chrlstohurch.—English Cup: Western A, 4, Linwood, 0; Nomads, 2, Technical Old Boys, 2; Thistle, 5, Western B, 2. Dunedln.—ln a final came for tho Soccer championship and Fletcher Cup, Maori Hill defeated Mosgiel by 3 goals to 1. SCOTTISH MATCHES RESULTS OF SATURDAY'S PLAY (Received August 18, 5.5 p.m.) LONDON. August 17 Following were the results of Soccer matches played to-day in the Scottish League:— First Division.—Airdrie, 3, Heart of Midlothian, 1; Arbroath, 1, Albion, 2; Ayr, 2. Rangers, 2; Celtic, 1, Hamilton, 0; Dundee, 6, Queen's Park, 4; Dunfermline, 4, Queen of the South. 1; Hibernian. 1, Clyde, 1; Motherwell, 2, Aberdeen, 2; Partick, 3, St. Johnßtone, 1; Third Lanark, 3, Kilmarnock, 2. Second Division.—Alloa,-2, Dundee United, 3: Brechin, 2, Forfar, 2; Dumbarton, 4. Ilast Fife, 2; Falkirk, 8 Montrose, 0: King's Park, 2, Edinburgh, 0; Morton, 2, Leith, 0; Raith, 4. Cowdenbeath, 0; St. Bernard'*., 4, East Stirling, 0: St. Mirrcn, 2, Stenhousmuir, 0.