GOOD POSSIE

NZ Truth, Issue 1128, 14 July 1927, Page 15

GOOD POSSIE

Stratford Seem O.K. (From "N.Z. Truth's" NeAV Plymouth Rep.) Two more Saturdays will see the divisional premierships decided. Stratford made their position secure m north on Saturday by defeating Star, whilst Okaiawa maintained their lead m the south. ALL. New Plymouth and the. rest of North Taranaki assembled at Stratford 'where m drizzling rain the local forwards OA'erAvhelmed Star AA'hose backs AA'ere not at home \vith, the greasy ball: Stratford pressed all through the first spell, but hefty kicks jet Star force frequently. Finally Court made a- mistake' ■artJack "Walters dived on the ball. Play Avas fairly even m the next half, but Stratford kept their line clear, whilst Sangster again pierced Stars' defence. Julian stood 7up gamely to the Stratford pack, but Dykes turned his back. ..-'.. Fahvasser was not at home. He Could not gallop on the going and he plainly showed he did not like facing the ; forward charges. Owen was the best back on the field. He made some great openings, Stars' high tackling enabling him to shake off his opponents. Old Boys put it all over Eltham, their backs going well. Dinniss again demonstrated his danger m attack, scoring four tries. The Tukapa— Clifton clash was not very interesting, Tukapa winning comfortably. Captain Andrews, V-C, turned out for Tukapa and for and oldtimer showed a lot of dash. OkaiaAva beat Patea by 76 . points. C. Wills infused more ginger into his play. He Avell deserved his try. Athletic surprised Hawera on Saturday, the baby club notching a 7-.point victory.