AMATEUR SPORT

New Zealand Herald, Volume 82, Issue 25345, 29 October 1945, Page 2

AMATEUR SPORT

AUCKLAND ATHLETICS

JUNIORS ENCOURAGED The annual meeting of the Auckland Centre of the New Zealand Amateur Athletic Association was held on Saturday afternoon, there being an attendance of 50 delegates In commenting upon the anl '"aJ ™ p " r i( { the retiring' president, Mr H. L. ;'! the centre could look back on one of the most successful seasons. It had n w^l^ e "f, | |( ® storm after the greatest of all wars andhad emerged no less strong than at the starto the war period. The number oath etes tKid increased and there was a wealth - of . This he added, was not just sood fortune, but was the result of effort and the interest ''"in" also in the Junior rinks theclubs and the centre had dine much Valuable work. following the lead taken by the centre several years ago. Last vear Auckland held the New Zealand championships in all divisions The ■^.;\ l ; da l^' well up''u>"the!"previous New Zealand standard. From Auckland's point of view the charaironship meetings last year had been hifchlj successful. Auckland established ten records. "We will remember occasions at Sarawia, Stadium last year when officiategot m tired of filling in applications for records, Mr Towers said. Some of the records by the luniors had approached those set by the seniors— surely a creditable effort. During the past winter at the New Zealand championships at Dunedin, Aiirkland ea won both shields, thanks to careful training and proper management. Mr Towers, referring to Sarawia Stadium, said that while improvements were .still lacking there were many difficulties in th *•'>; The Newmarket Borough Council had t' p ,, the centre handsomely arid had done cvervthing possible to help it and the clubs which held their meetings on this fine ground. "J think the centre can congratulate itself on its achievements and • thfi vf work during the past season, ion » >ed .. r I Towers. "But the centre and the not forsret that H!) per cent of our athletes 1 who are not champions. We should set about ! broadening our activities in i n r np ']v 1 events less fiercely competitive arid not merely | hope to have champions. The champions will i The president said he favoured lac staging of team irames for women and generally widening the centre's work. If the centre I kept this in view during the coming season, then he thought it would reap a rich reward. Mr Towers said he would like to t>eo insti tuted an achievement test for the athlete, male or female, who knew that he or she would never be a champion? J his could be done on lines similar to the ( ' e l ,ifi fA tes r Jl7l" by the swimming associations. In t ' lls re t spe ff he said a high standard should be set. H certficates were not won cheapb, then tney would be held with pride. .He thouglbt the centre should not only envisage, nut should tackle this matter. If this were done then many athletes who did not aspire, to championship class would have a keener interest in In ' concluding, Mr Towers thanked the many delegates for their efforts during the past' vear. The enthusiasm shown by delegates'at Saturday's meeting gave officials of the centre much pleasure and reward for the *°Mr 's e V, ha Herron rt (Papakura) said he was glad Mr Towers had brought up the question of the achievement test, which he said should apply not only to adult athletes but to the schools as well. The annual report was adopted, together with the balance-sheet.- which showed a profit remit from ihe Khvi Ladies' Club that three handicappers should be appointed, one for field events one i for track events and one for women s events, i Mr S. Darbyshire (Western Suburbs) moved las an amendment that the. ""'re should appoint a handicapper and an assistanthandicapper, the latter's duties to he determined bv the handicapper. Considerable discission took place, and the amendment was carried by an overwhelming majority. The following officers were e! ?f ted dent. Mr Alwyn Moon; vice-presidents. Messrs G S. Heron. T. M. Wilson, L. E. lithendge; committee, Mrs Ellis. Messrs E. Cheater, J. Dolan, J. McManemin, H. L. Towers; starters, Messrs R. Cheater. T. S. Lipscombe; handicapper Mr A. E. Clayton; assistant-handi-capper! Mr T. E. Collins; honorary secretary, Mr S. Billman; honorary treasurer. Mr H. G. Banlf.

SCHOOL STEEPLECHASES The annual steeplechases of the Otahuhu Technical High School were , held in fine weather. Progress reports of the races were supplied to the visitors by members of the school signals unit, which established three stations for the purpose. The senior championship was won by H. Cox. of Masses House, who also established a new record of 10.00 for the event, lowering the previous record of A. Fugle, made in 19-13. by 3'2s. Three other runners in this race also bettered s time. The preparatory championship was won by J. Lamb, and the junior and intermediate championships by W. B rancis and G. O ioole respectively. , . r> . In points for the house championship, Grey House established an early lead, and in spite of strong challenges from Massey and Seddon Houses as the events proceeded, eventually secured the honours by a comfortable margin. In winning the preparatory event in 1..13. Lamb registered a meritorious performance, improving considerably on the previous best lime bv over 10 seconds. Francis and 0 Toole also bettered the previous best times for their events. . ~ Detailed results are as. follows:— Preparatory championship (under 13V 2 years):, J. Lamb. 1; J. Brownlee, 2; A. Cockle, 3. Time I Tin 13s. Junior championship (under 14'/ a vears): W. Francis. 1; C. Irwin, 2; —; Way, 3 Time, 17m 455. Intermedit-e championship (under 15Vi years): G. O'Toole. 1; A. Baker. ■2: S. Oxford, 3. Time,, 17m Is. Open championship: H. Cox, 1; J. McGuire, 2 ; R. Plant, 3 Time, 15m 50s. House championships: Preparatory—Grey, 380; Hobson 221; Masse v, 235; Seddon. 158. Junior: Grey, 203; Hobson, 221; Massey. 242: Seddon, 244. Intermediate: Grey, 230; Hobson, 16<; Massey. 31S; Seddon, 305. Senior: Grey. 204 j Hobson, T.IO: Massey, 240; Seddon, 324. Grand totals: Grey, 116"; Massey. 1035; Seddon. 1031: Hobson. 799. TENNIS OPENINGS FUNCTIONS ON SATURDAY The Auckland, St. Heliers and Mount Albert Tennis Clubs held their official openings on Saturday afternoon. No play was possible on account of rain, which also caused a postponement of all inter-club fixtures. These will be plaved on February 16 if they affect the section results, and the original draw will be proceeded with. Auckland. —The president, Mr Trevor Sparling, declared the»season open and made reference to the departure for Hawke's Bay of Mr R. S. Burt, who was president for the past ten years and who had been a member of the club for over thirty years. Mr S. A. Cleal, president of the Auckland association, was in attendance. St. Hellers.—Mr S. G. Wright represented the Auckland association at the club's opening, and among others present was Mr L. J. Coakley, of the Auckland City Council. They were welcomed by Mr H. J. Cooper, who has been president for the last 37 years. Heme Bay.—Messrs R. G. Armitage (Auckland association) and L. .T. Coakley (Auckland City Council) were present at the club's opening and were welcomed by the president, Mr Fi. E. Kitchener. The first ball was served by Mr J. McCroskie, who is patron and who is 90 years of age. An honours board was presented by Mrs Waddell and two cups were donated by Messrs R. Sawyer and L. Adams for the leading boy and girl on the junior ladders. They were won for the first time by R. Yurak and Margaret Morland respectively. Mount Albert.—The Mayor of Mount Albert, Mr H. A. Anderson, attended the club's official opening and the Auckland association was represented by Mr R. G. Armitage. They were wejeomea by the president, Mr H. A. Moore, who also welcomed back to th office of secretary Mr A. Bollard, who was a prisoner of war for some time. LEAGUE FOOTBALL GALA The Auckland Rugby League schoolboys' annual gala was held at Carlnw Park on Saturday afternoon, there being a large gathering of parents and friends. The presentation of prizes was made by Mr J. W. Watson, chairman of the Auckland Rugby League. Results were:—Goal-kicking—Senior: Keennn (Green Lane). Intermediate: Carter (Newton). Junior: llerewini (Point Chevalier). r.OYds (seven-a-side midgets): Marsden, 1; Nesbitt. 2.75 Yds (seven-a-side): Osborne (Richmond), 1; Moore (Richmond). 2.75 Yds (junior): Gavin (Green Lane), 1; Gissing (Ellcrslie), 2.100 Yds (intermediate): Christian (Otahuhu), 1; Hay so n (Newton), 2. 100 Yds (-senior): Menzies (Ellerslie), .1 : Keenan (Green Lane), 2. Tug-of-war (seven-a-side): City i. Junior representative football: East, 3; West, 0. Relay race (senior): Point Chevalier, 1; Marist, 2. Relay race (intermediate). Otahuhu, 1; Point Chevalier, 2. Relay race (junior): Otahuhu. 1; Green Lane, 2. Senior football: Representatives. 5; Rest, 2 Grand march for Court Cup: Mount Albert, "l. OFFER MADE TO BOXER (Reed. 6.30 p.m.) LONDON. Oct. 27 The British heavy-weight boxing champion, Bruce Woodcock, had to turn down a £IO,OOO offer from Mike Jacobs for a match next January with Gus Lesuevilch, the American cruiser-weight champion, at Madison Square Garden. Woodcock was unable to go to New York because he is a locomotive fitter at Doncaster and cannot leave his employment, which is scheduled under the essential work order, without the Ministry of Labour's permission. WHIPPET RACING Auckland Club.—Results of events held on Saturday.—Electric Handicap (second class). —-First heat: Sir Ormonde (J. Cowien), IOV'-yds, 1; Roan Duke (H. Stanley), 10V,yds, 2; Goldman (C. V. Wells). 12y a yds, 3. Time! lis. Second heat: Diamond King (R. Hill), 10yds, 1; Bonny Jewel (F. G. Stanley). I2 1 / 3 yde, 2; Artful Miss (Missee L. and M. Lloyd), 12!4vds, 3. Time. 10 4-ss. Final: Diamond King, 1; Roan Duke, 2; Sir Ormonde. 3. Time, lie. Stewards' Handicap (open): Royal Routine (N. Monro), 12V 3 yds, 1; omahu (E. Schultz and R. King), lO'/ivds, 2; Silver King (11. Gribble), i2Vayds, 3. Time, 10 1-56. Handicap Hurdles: Silver King, 10yds, J; Roan Duke, Viyd, 2; Prince Moko (S. Armstrong), 15yds. 3. Juvenile Handicap: Artful Prince (N. Stanley), irsV 2 yds, 1; Jakaranda (F,. Schultz and R. King). 14yds. 2. Time, lis. Club Handicap.—First heat: Omahn. G'/iyds, 1; Diamond King, iydfi. 2; Too True IF. Stanley). 4'Avds, S. Time. II l-'.s. Second heat: Sir Ormonde, Oyds, 1; Royal Routine, Hydf, 2; Bonny Jewel, l lVjyds, 3. Time, lis. Final: TCoyal Routine, 1; Sir Ormonde, 2; Diamond King, 8. Time, 11 l-ss.