HOCKEY

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXXVI, Issue 23376, 19 June 1939, Page 15

HOCKEY

HOBSON PARK GAMES GRAMMAR STILL LEADS SURPRISE DRAW BY ALBERTIANS The second round of the Auckland Hockey Association's senior competition for the Davis Cup was commenced on Saturday, and, although the grounds at Hobson Park were still unsettled and rough, last and interesting hockey was witnessed. The surprise of the day was the drawn gamo between the leading team in ihe competition, Grammar Old Boys, and Albertians, which is at the bottom of the ladder. Grammar Old Boys ■was fully extended, Albertians showing greatly improved form. St. Luke's, after a late start, decisively heat Somorville, and thus retained its position in second place in tho clmnipionfhip table, being one point behind Grammar. TJniversty had a narrow win over Training College in a fast, bard game, and is now equal in third place with Somorville and United, all three having 10 points. After a promising start, Mount Kden ■weakened and went down to V nitcd, which did not play up to the previous week's form. Following are the results of tuc senior grade games: St. Luke's. 5; Somorville. 1. Grammar Old Boys. 2; Albertians, 2.' University. 2; Training College, 1. United, i; Mount Eden, 2. WIN FOR ST. LUKE'S TOO STRONG FOR SOMERVILLE A hard game of hockey was played by St. Luke's-and.Somerville. The former team took the field one man short, and in the firjt Spell play ntn - *'■ Luke';.' leading at half-time by one goal to nil. In the second half SI. Luke's showed better form and added four goals, while Somerville netted only one goal. The Somerville forward line frequently got awav in some good passing rushes, but most of the attacks were stemmed by the sound defence of King and Clark, both of whom plaved well. Appleby also did some good work in goal. Considering that the half-line suffered from the absence of a player, Robertson and Corin. cen're and left respectively, put in some good work. The centre-forward, W Cullum. was always prominent and scored two coals. Carroll, inside right, was another outstanding forward, while Doel, left vwng, made some nice movements. Marshall goal-keeper for Somerville, plaved a rather erratic game, sometimes clearing fairly difficult shots with good kicks, and then missing very easy opportunities. Both the fullbacks, G. Brown and Smith, plaved outstanding games and relieved the pressure time and again. The half-line missed Stewart, but Long, centre, played well. Watts was always handy at centre-forward, while Wyatt gave quite a good account or himself at inside left, bnt on the whole the defence was too strong for the forward ''"For St. Lake's,' W. Cullum <1), Doel, Carroll and Robertson scored, and Wyatt scored for Somerville. Messrs. G. Wills and H. McQuarrie were umpires.

GRAMMAR HELD TO A DRAW

SURPRISE BY ALBERTIANS Albertians sprang a surprise when they drew with Grammar Old Boys. 2—all. Grammar vas leading by two goals to one at. half-time, and, except for a goal scored by Bennett, Albertians. from a penalty bully, no further score was registered. Albertians showed a marked improvement in form and more than held its own, the defence playiiw a splendid game. The forwards severely harassed the opposition and repeatedly broke through, only to fail through over-anxiety Tllo Grammar team bccamo badly rattled, wild hitting and obstruction spoiling its play. The placers also were inclined to lose their positions, and the combination suffered in consequence. On the run of play, Albertians was very unfortunate not to add to the score. Jensen, goal-keeper, Hnd Spain and Jackson, fullbacks, played outstanding games and frequently frustrated Grammar's attacks. Kelsey, centre-half, was another outstanding player, and Knight, left half, showed a great improvement in form. Spiers played well throughout at right win and was responsible for a brilliant dash down the line and a sinarl centre to Williams, who netted. The other forwards played well, but overanxiety spoiled a lot of their work. riiiv. right fullback, played h fine game for Grammar, but T. Wilson, his partner, made a number of mistakes, particularly in the second spell. The half-line was_ almost completely subdued by Albertians. K. Wilson, right half, was not in good form. ArmSi rong, right wing, made some good movements However, lie did not show his usual sound form, although often he lacked support from the inside men. Houghton, centreforward, found the defence too strong. Jensen. Albertians' goal-keeper, very often saved several hot shots in succession. For Albertians, "Williams and Bennett scored. Houghton nnd Pearce scored for Grnnimur ,

Messrs. H. McKechnie and R. Carson were umpires.

UNITED'S VICTORY

MOUNT EDEN RALLY FAILS

.Mount Eden made a favourable impression in the closing stages of the first half of its game against United, when, after the latter had secured a lead of two goals, Mount Eden forced the score to --all by half-time. However, Mount Eden could not stand the pace, and United finally won by ■! goals to 2. Horriott played a good game at insideright. and most of the likely movements originated on his side of the field. Bushell was not very impressive as left wing, while Wellhournc. who played inside-left, was by no means in brilliant form. Monteith gave good support on the right wing. The halfline was responsible for a good display and Dowling, centre, did some good work. Butler, goalkeeper, and Jones and Bowdcn. fullbacks, defended soundly.

For Mount Eden. Carson, goalkeeper, played a really magnificent game, and often stopped several hnrd shots from rebounds in the circle. The right fullback, Hughes, was very sound. FL Sell gave a good exhibition at centre-halfback, and Duncan, left, rendered good support. J. Horspool, right wing, played fairly well, and made at least, one brilliant, single-handed dash don'n the line to score.

For United Herriott (31 and Wellhourne scored, while ,T. Horspool and Logan scored for Mount Eden. Messrs. G. Wells and H. Watts were umpires.

UNIVERSITY'S SUCCESS

DEFEAT OF TRAINING COLLEGE A keen close game between University and Training College resulted in a win for the former by two goals to one. Training College attacked strongly at the beginning, but missed opportunities through poor work in the circle. University retaliated and Fulton opened the scoring. After half-time Training College drew level, but University netted a further coal, following close play in the circle.

Tho University forward line missed Greonbank's good circle play, and failed to combine as effectively as usual. The Training College forward line played well, but was unable to finish off movements in the circle. Campbell, inside-right, missed many opportunities, while Hughes, centre-forward, was ioo slow in the circle. Coldham, who plays inside-right. was absent. His (rood stickwork would have been a great asset in the game. Crawley, centre-forward for University, was always | roniineut, while Fulton, ten wing, played an outstanding game and scored both goals. A. Broun was no! impressive at inside-left. Cooper save good support at inside-right. The half-line played well, particularly Watson, on the left, who gave a fine exhibition. The two fullbacks, especially Moir, played good games and repulsed many hot attacks. . , „ . The outstanding players for J.rainiiiß College were Latham, centre-half, and Hotting, left wing. The former played a very strong game and was particularly prominent on defence. while he gave valuable support on attack. Bottlng's play was a feature of the game. He showed initiative and on many occasions took the ball into (he circle, only to see his centre pass go astray through poor circle work. Ryalis. insldc-leff, was prominent, but lacked finish. Johnston played a good game at right wing, - but did not receive adequate support. Jenkins, right half, did some good work, though not up to usual form, while Yorke, left fullback, played another tine game. For University Fulton scored two goals nnd Ryalls netted for Training College. Messrs. H. MoQuarrie and A. McLean were umpires.

REPRESENTATIVE TEAMS SENIOR AND JUNIOR PLAYERS The following senior players have been chosen by the sole selector, Mr. Clive Wat Is, to represent Auckland against Ihp combined country team next Saturday:—Goalkeeper, D. Anderson (Grammar Old Boys); fullbacks, H. Jones (United). F. Clark, captain (St. Luke's); halves, B. Herriott (University), SRobertson (St. Luke's), L. Watson (University); forwards, W. Armstrong (Grammar Old Boys), G. Rowe (Mount Eden), R. Roughton (Grammar Old Boys), L. Wyatt (Somcrvillo), G. Greenbank (University). Reserves.—H. Yorke (Training College), G. Dowling (United), G. Bolting (Training College). Following arc tho players chosen for ilie junior representative team: —Goalkeeper, Anderson (Grammar Old Boys); fullbacks. Peterson (St. Luke's), Pauncctt (Grammar Old Boys); halves, Hansen (University), Turner (University), Fulljames (Pa pa toot oe); forwards, Patterson (University), Wallace (University), Spicer (Papatoetoe). Abbott, captain (St. Luke's). Grace (St. Luke's). Reserves. —Jeffs, Talkington (Papatoetoe).

COUNTRY WEEK EVENTS

DRAW FOR TO-DAY'S PLAY

Tho Auckland Hockey Association's annual country week tournament for the While Horse Cup will he commenced to-day. Following is the draw for the first round:— A Sertion.—Thames-Hauraki v. Franklin B. No. 3, 3.0 p.m., Messrs. A. McLean and W. Flack; Piako v. Rodney B, No. 2. 1.10 r>.ni., Messrs. A. M. Burton and (»■. Howe; Kotorua v. \Vhanirarci B. Xo. S, 1.10 p.m., Messrs. G. Wells and W. Flack. B Section.—Whanparei A v. Waipa, »o. 2. 3.0 p.m., Messrs. G. Wells and G. Rowe; Rodney A v. Whakatane. Xo. 0, 3.5 p.m., Messrs. H. Watts and E. ,T. Hewitt; Franklin A. a hyp.

The ladies' draw is as follows: — A Section. —Waikato v. Rotorua. Melville Park Xo. I. 1.00 p.m.. Mrs.. Gooder. Miss Dawson; Piako v. Whnn(tarei A, Melville Park Xo. 1, 3.0 p.m., Mrs. Xicholson, Miss Dawson; Northern Walroa, a bye. B Section. —Rodney v. Waipa. Melville Park Xo. -1. 1.00 p.m., Mesdames Hamlin. Xicholson; Hauraki Plains v. Auckland, Melville Park Xo. 1, 3.0 p.m., Mesdames Gooder, Hamlin; Whangarei B, a bye.

RESULTS IN OTHER GAMES Second Grade.—St. Gforce, 2, Owai Rovers, l; University A, I, Grammar, 1; Somerviile. .*i, Mount Kdcn, 1; Albertians. I. Owai Rovers B. I; St. Luko's. 1. Wesley, 2. Third Grade.—Somerviile. 12, Grammar A. 0; Auckland Grammar. ~, University. 0; Mount Albert, G. St. Luke's 2; Y.M.C.A.. •>, Grammar B. 0; Mount Eden, 2. Wesley. 1; Trinity College, 1, United, 1. Fourth Grade. —Auckland Grammar, 6, Mount Eden, 1; Albertians, -1, Somerviile, 3; University. -1, Wesley. 3. . , , , Fifth Grade.—Somerviile, IS, Auckland Grammar, 0; Papatoetoe, 0, Waitemata, 3; Auckland Grammar A. 10. Auckland Grammar B, 0; Y.M.C.A., 2. Howick. 0. , Sixth Grade.—Mount Albert Grammar. 4, Howick, O; Wesley A, n. Owai Rovers. 3; Mount Eden, T. Somerviile. 0; Wesley B. 0. Papatoetoe, 0. , _ Seventh Orade. —Mount Albert Grammar, (i, Wesley B, 0; Somerviile. 1, Mount Eden, 0; Auckland Grammar B. li Wesley A, 1.

MATCHES IN PROVINCE [FIIOM HEHALD CORRESPONDENTS]

Hamilton. —Old Boys, 3, Colls, O; Old Technicals, 2, Kaipaki, 0. Franklin.—Kohekohe A. 1. Kohekohe B. 1; Waiau Pa B, 6, Patumahoe, 4. This completes the first round in the Franklin Hockey Association's competitions this season. Waiau Pa A still leads in the A section, one point ahead of Kohekohe A. Kohekohe B is leading iri the B section, one point ahead of uaiau Pa B. The competitions resume on July 1. after the completion Of the White Horse Cup tournament in Auckland, Ihe match during (he, week between the association s A representative team and Auckland Training College, on the College around, resulted in a win for Franklin by ('• goals to •-?.

LADIES* REPRESENTATIVES The sole selector. Miss P. _H. Dawson, has chosen the following ladies' team to represent Auckland tiunnir the Provincial Cup tourney:—Mrs. A. W.vlje, Misses L. Askew, M. White, D. Gilbert-Smith, P. Battv, 0. Stewart. T. Bond, C'. Lynch, M. Bedford, P. Shirtcliffe. I. Nicholas, b. Spring, O. Cowie. G. Law#, M. Anderson.