RUGBY FOOTBALL.

Otago Daily Times, Issue 19803, 31 May 1926, Page 2

RUGBY FOOTBALL.

SATURDAY’S MATCHES. UNIVERSITY A DEFEAT PIRATES. The Rugby Union competition -was continued on Saturday under favourable weather conditions. In a fine game .at Carisbrook University A defeated Pirates by 14 points to 10. University B defeated Zingari by 14 points to nil. The two Unive ity teams are now leading in the competition with nine points each. The following are the results of the day’s games: University A 14, Pirates 10. University B 14, Zingari nil. Alhambra 10. Southern 3. Dunedin 14, Union 6. Kaikorai 19, Taieri 10. POSITION OF TEAMS. The following table shows the relative positions of the teams in the First Grade competition:

UNIVERSITY A VERSUS PIRATES. The long-looked-for meeting-of these two teams drew an attendance of over 6COO people to Caiisbtook on Saturday after noon, when University A defeated Pirates by 14 points to, 10. University's tally was made up a penalty goal and three tries, one of which was converted, while Pirates’s score consisted of two penalty goals and a potted all con-, tributed by their full back (Walker). Both teams were at full strength, and a sparkling exhibition of the Rugby code was provided. University won the toss, and Pirates kicked off from the workshops end- The Blue forwards at once set up a hot attack, hut a fine kick by Walker drove them hack. From the first set scrum Holden secured the ball and sent his backs away, and Ross, putting in a well-judged kick, gained forty yards for the Blues. Jackman (the Pirates wing-forward) broke away from a loose -scrum, and play was transferred to the Students’ twenty-five, where St. George picked un and passed out to Wise, who was well collared when in a good position A free kick was awarded to Pirates, but Graham’s kick was a poor one and Stevenson forced.

The University forward? broke away, headed by Cabot, and at the Pirates twentyfive were awarded a penalty, and Diack landed a goal. University 3, Pirates nil. On resuming, St. George passed out to Graham; Stewart and Burton then h-ndled the ball, the last-named kicking through to the Blues’ twenty-five, where Stevenson fielded well University were penalised, but Walker’s kick was a poor one. and Stevenson found touch at half-way. From the line-out de Malmanche secured, and ran across the field, being forced out at the Blues’ twenty-five. From the resulting lineout Cabot marked and found touch in the Pirates’ territory.

From a scramble Morete picked up and passed to Ross, who cut out two men and sent on to Diaek who transferred to Webb, but the winger was well taken by St. George when in a good scoring position. Lawless and Brough led the Pirates forwards back to half-way, where St. George set his backs going, and do Malmanche made a determined run down the touch-line, but was forced out at the twenty-five. The Pirates backs were now attempting to open the game up, and attacked on the opposite wing, but the ball travelled across the field, no ground being gained. The Pirates forwards were holding the Blue _ forwards in their twenty-five, but an infringement by St. George gave relief, and play Was transfened to the Blacks’ twenty-five. Bad handling by the Blue backs saw Jackman carry play to neutral territory. Holden sent Ross away, and the Blue five-eighth slipped through, but gave a had pass, and Pirates again drove back. Holden kicked through to Burton, who failed to field the ball on -he ground, and Pacey picked up and sent Webb in at the corner- Diaek made a good though unsuccessful attempt to convert. University 6. Pirates nil. The Blue forwards were now doing better in the loose scrums, and Cabot sent Webb away on a nice run down the touchline. The winger was iammed on the line, and kicked over the Pirates line, but was beaten by Burton in the race to the ball. Holden repeatedly set his backs going, but no ground was gained. At the end of a bout of passing Webb received, and, running in-field, sent a wild pass to Diaek. Wise intercepted and ran down to the University twenty-five, where he was well collared. A free kick was awarded to Pirates, and Walker missed by inches. From a line-out in the Bluee’ twentyfive St. George passed a Wise, who was well collared, and another free kick was awarded Pirates. Walker piloted the ball between the posts with a nice kick. Uni versity 6, Pirates 3. University forwards now set up a hot attack, but over-eagerness, lost them several opportunties, free kicks giving Pirates some relief. Hindenach and Morete headed a rush into the Blacks twenty-live, where the referee, Mr Haub, awarded another free kick to Pirates amid a roar of disapproval from the onlookers. Walker found touch with a good kick in the Blues’ territory. University forwards, not to be denied, drove back, and Stevenson ran down the touchline before being forced into touch. From the line-out Holden secured and passed to Pacey, who gave a nicely-judged pass to Webb, and the flying winger went over to score a fine try. Stevenson missed with the goal kick. University 9, Pirates 3. Both sets of backs attempted to open the game up and a nice passing rush between the Pirates’ rearguard saw de Malanche well taken by Stevenson, who was injured, but was soon able to resume A free kick to Pirates (rave Walker another opportunity, but he missed. Half time was then called with the score in University’s favour, 9 —3. On resuming Clark came on ;n place of Graham. The Pirates’ rearguard was rearranged, Burton going to five-eighths and Wise to centre. From the kick-off Pirates attacked and Ross forced. A long kick by Wise found touch at the corner, and. from the resulting play, the ball went out of bounds. The Pirates’ forwards were making the pace a cracker, but lack of method were losing them onportunities. A free kick to Pirates saw St. George miss badly when in an easy position. Lawless showed out in two dribbling rushes, but solid collaring by University was keeping the Pirates out. A free kick was awarded Pirates at the centre of the field, and Walker kicked a fine goal. University 9, Pirates 6. Play continued to be very ragged, and was confined mostly to the forwards. A free kick to University at half-way saw Diaek make a good attempt to goal, Walker fielding and finding touch at half-way. St. George sent hi backs away, and de Malmanche appeared to be clear, but was was well taken by Hanan from behind. Only good tackling by the University forwards was keeping the Blacks out, and Holden saved by marking in the face of a likely-looking Pirates forward rush Walker took the ball nicely, and, running infield, potted a magnificent goal from 40 yards out. Pirates now led, 10 —9. This reverse instilled some method into the University attack, and the forwards carried play into the i'iratos’ twenty-five for the first time in the second spell. A free kick gave some relief, and Malloch gained further ground with a. good line kick. Dunne made a nice solo dribble to the Black twenty-five, where a free kick was awarded the Bluee. Diaek just missing. Pacey fielded well from the drop out. and ran into the Pirates’ twenty five, but was well taken, and Brough led a loose rush back to half way. Diaek secured and transferred to Hanan. who ran down the lino, and kicked over the Pirates’ line, the Blacks forcing. Shortly afterwards Diaek again sent Hanan off and the winger, running strongly fended de Malmanche off nn-1 went oyer to score a fine try. D'aok cote,tod. University 14, Pirates 10. Excitement now van high and the g”">e see-sawed about the half-way line. The Pirates’ hacks several times attempted passing rushes but fumbling spoiled several hkelv efforts. A free kick to P'rntes saw Walker miss a nd Stevenson found touch nt half-way, Webb showed out in a nice solo dribble. p ! nv being transferred tn Pirates’ quarter. Play swnry across to the opposite wine and finnan made another strong run hut was web tackled. Another passing rush hot ween die Bute backs saw p'ny rest under the Pirates’ goal Ki Cur too

broke through and found touch at half way. Time was called shortly afterwards with University attacking. University A H points Pirates 10 points Mr A. J. Haub was v.ie referee. UNIVERSITY B v. ZINGARI.

The match between University B and Zmgari was played at Carisbrook, commencing at 1.30 p.m. University won by 14 points to mil. All the winners’ points were scored in the first spell. Play was interesting except during a few periods in the second half. University did theii best to make the game open, and it was mainiy in their backs that their superiority lay. Zingari kicked off towards the pavilion with the sun in their eyes. Welle led a Blue forward rush into Zingari territory, Mitchell making an unsuccessful attempt to goal from a free kick iust inside halfway. A nice run by Nicholson took the Blues to the Zingari twenty-five where Mitchell narrowly missed with another kick at goal. University passing was spoilt by Nicholson holding on too long, and a line kick gained the Colours 25 yards, Heazlewood failing to goal from a free kick. A long kick by Mitchell took the Blues back and Nicholson had yet another fruitless shot at goal. University were trying to open up the game and were doing most of the attacking. The Zingari forwards at length got away after M'Naughton had kicked through, the ball going out near the Blues’ twenty-five. University soon regained the lost ground, however, Heazlewood tailing to get to the ball after a long kick. Mitchell let M’Clymont away on the left wing, but he had no support. University, however, were awarded a free kick _on the twenty-five line, Mitchell kicking a good goal. University 3, Zingari nil. Batchelor headed a Blue forward msh into Zingari’s twenty-five, Heazlewood averting danger by kicking out. Nicholson broke away from half-way and passed to Bibby, who was collared ou the lino, losing the ball. Wells, however, picked up and dived across. Mitchell con; verted. University 8, Zingari nil. t Zingari worked their way into the_ Blues twentyfive. where a line kick by Nicholson gained a lot of ground. On got away with the ball at bis feet, but n mark by Mitchell sent the Colours back. From a loose scrum at half-way the ball went through the University backs to Bibby, who, after a good run on the right wing, scored well out. Mitchell failed with the kick at goal. University 11. Zingari nil. Todd led a Zingari forward rush into the Blues’ twenty-five, Tvrell collaring Lindsay with the ball. Begg got offside, but Heazlewood failed with the kick at goal from the resulting free-kick. After scrambling play on the twenty-five line the University backs gained 50 yards with a passing rush. Batchelor gave M’Clvmont a chance on the left wing and the latter dashed over at the corner to score. Nicholson tailed with the kick at goal. University 14, Zingari nil. Shortly after the second spell had begun Mathieson received the ball in a passing rush at half-way and ran almost to the comer before he was collared _ and thrown out. Zingari soon worked their way back. From play in front of the Blues goal-mouth M'Naughton secured and. after a run which took him near the line, passed to Orr. who failed to take the ball, a good chance being lost. Heazlewood [ailed with a shot at goal from a free-kick. -Ater give-and-take play at half-way Mitchell hud an unsuccessful shot at goal from a free-kick, and the Blue forwards pressed on the Zingari line. The Zingari forwards took play back to half-way, but the Blues kept on the offensive. Play for some time was ragged. At length Mitchell secured and made a fine opening for Nicholson, who was pushed against the corner flag. Bibby went off with an injured leg Stewart took his place. From the play which followed M'Clymont was nearly across, but the defence proved impenetrable. Zingan’s passing was poor. University pressed on the Colours’ line again, but they were drived back by line kicks. M'Clympnt got away on the wing again, but_ Zingari forced. A couple of Zingari passing rushes broke down. The Colours eventually pressed on the University line, but the Blues cleared. The game ended: University B 14 Zingari-Richmond Nil. Mr R. Watson was the referee.

DUNEDIN v. UNION. The meeting between Dunedin and Union at Tahuna attracted a minimum-of interest. The first speil was colourless and resulted m oven scoring, but in th© second th© gani© livened up considerably. Dunedin piled on 11 points in quick time, and it looked as though they were going to run right through the Union bovs. The Union team, however, made a vigorous rally, and, playing against the wind, not only kept their opponents out for the remainder of the spell, but added a try of their own Some of the Dunedin forwards showed marked skill in dribbling. Union passing movements among the backs mostly broke down through lack of accuracy. Dunedin kicked off and Union attacked on their left wing, carrying play to Dunedin’s twenty-five. The Maroons continued to press, their backs attempting passing with varied success. A couple of Dunedin forwards changed the scene by dribbling right to the Union line. Collins took a mark in a fair position, but his place-kick fell short. A Union back cleared with a good kick to half-wav. The Maroons again attacked, and Dunedin were compelled to force. Dunedin continued to rely chiefly on dribbling, while Union attacked mainly by passing and indiv*dual runs. Garden made a good run, but kicked over the line, where a Dunedin man was handy to force. Mulhern broke clean away with the ball, but was brought down by Shiel. the Dunedin full-back. Dunedin responded with a vigorous rush, and the bounce of the ball favouring Collett, who was in the lead, enabled him to pick up and score at_ the corner. Butler’s kick failed. Dunedin 3 points. Union nil. Faulty handling lost Union more than one chance of scoring when they were in handy position. Chprchili had a place-kick from the centre of the field and landed a crood goal. A loose forward rush by Dunedin compelled Union to force. Mulhern boat two or three men and made a useful run. but was pulled down near the Dunedin line. Half-time was called w’tb the scores three all. . On resuming Butler held up a Union rush by marking. Dunedin having the advantage of the wind in this spell, carried play over the Union line, where a force resulted H. Cullen made a fine opening on the left wing, and passing in to Kennedy enabled him to score in good position. Butler s kick added the extra points. The Dark Blues were now getting all the be=t of the game and keeping Union penned up on their line. Butler landed a good penalty goal. A moment later the ball was dribbled over the Union line. Shiel secured possession, but the ball was forced out of his hands, enabling J O’Connor to touch down Butler’s kick failed. Union started off again with a rattle. htl from a rood opening made bv Moore Mulhern scored. Churchill’s kick failed. Dunedin 14 Union 6. Union were compelled to force, but came away again vigorously testing the Dunedin defence for a short time. Dunedin were awarded a free kick in easy position, but Butler’s kick failed in direction. Stubbs had to go off injured, and was replaced by Cain A keen struggle took place on the Dunedin line, hut (he Ma’-oons failed to penetrate the defence. The final stages were keen and full of incident, but no further score was recorded, the game thus ending ; » Dunedin 14 points Union 6 points Mr J. Connor was referee. SOUTHERN v. ALHAMBRA. The encounter between Alhambra and Southern was drab and dreary, and with the exception of King’s potted goal was devoid of anything like First Grade football on either side. Alhambra wore without the services of Knox, and their_ forward play was characterised hv an entire absence of dash. Gillick and Glengarry were the outstanding men on the Bed side, hut they were quite unable to play a whole team by themselves. With the exception of a couple of passable back movements. Southern displayed little initiative, and depended Inrgely on iri'Pvvlual rather than concerted plov. ’ , Alhambra kicked off against the wind, add by a solid attack confined play to Southern’s territo’-v till Judge cleared with a good kick. Play was (hen n till offside plav bv Urn Bk-.'-k-nud-Whhes gave Alhambra a penal! v h agam found them close on Southern's line. From a cer-m on the twenty .five, a nassii g rush initiated bv Prebh’° named some ground for Southern, hut the advantage was only momentary, and for Pm next five minutes n!av was all in Alhamh’-e’e f-'wir Southern retaliated with a '•-rk movement which took n’av in'-o tVm Pod’s twentv-five "'hern Mm letter c’eave-l with a penalty. An in-fr-n-remenf t-y .Alhambra nee,- Mm half-wav mark gave Southern a no-mite kick, --bi-h, t--ken by Cushion. iu-t fdl short. Offside ii'w 0 p the nnrl cf the Beds immediately after gave the Whiles another shot at

goal, and Prcbble piloted the ball over with a well-judged kick. Southern 3, Alhambra nil. The Whites’ forwards now assumed the offensive, and had the Reds defending vigorously, an attempt at a pot by Black (Southern) just failing Alhambra’s forwards, headed by Gillick, broke away with the ball at their toes, and took play into Southern’s twenty-five, where offside play by Carnegie gave the Reds a penalty, which Callander sent wide. A dash d.own the line by Neipier looked dangerous, but he was brought down about three yards out, and a vigorous counter-attack by the Alhambra backs took the ball back to mid-field. Another Red infringement resulted in'another penalty kick for the Whites, but Cushnie’s attempt went wide. A valiant sortie by the Red vanguard was met by determined opposition, and from the ruck Prebble sent out to Judge, who passed to Simpson, the last-named being grassed on the twenty-five. Again Prebble secured and initiated a back movement Which broke down with a faulty pass just as the half-time whistle sounded, the scores standing: Southern 3, Alhambra nil. Alhambra, with the wind behind them, sparkled up somewhat, and attacked vigorously, play centring in Southern’s twentyfive until a penalty kick, which was taken by Glengarry, resulted in the Reds notching their first score. Alhambra 3, Southern 3. Alhambra continued to press, and for the ensuing five minutes the Whites were defending vigorously till Prebble broke away and took the ball to midfield, where the movement broke down. Playing the man by a Southern back resulted in another penalty kick for the Reds, which Callender just failed to put over. Southern’s forwards broke away and made a determined onslaught on their adversaries’ line. Alhambra’s backs got going, however, and went to mid-field, where the full-back (King) secured and potted a beautiful goal. Alhambra 7. Southern 3. Towards the close of the game, the Reds backs began to throw the ball about, and twice, speedy movements broke down at the corner flag Alhambra continued to attack, and an infringement again gave Glengarry a penalty kick from near the ha!f-w T ay mark with which he was successful. Alhambra 10, Southern 3. Play was even until the call of time, and the game ended with the scores; : Alhambra 10 points Southern 3 points Mr W. Jenkins was referee. KAIKORAI v. TAIERI ROVERS. Kaikorai played Taieri Rovers on the latter’s ground at Mosgiel, a fair crowd watched the game and were treated to a good afternoon’s entertainment, despite the fact that recent rains and a shower or two in the early stages of the game made the ground soft and heavy. The Greens kicked off against a light wind, and took the ball well upfield, but the Hill forwards pressed hard, and just inside the Green territory were awarded a free kick, which was taken by Gordon, who opened the scoring. Kaikorai 3, Taieri Rovers nil. Soon after Quirk forced his way over from a struggle near the line and Gordon converted. Kaikorai 8, Taieri Rovers nil Taicri’s first score came from a penalty kick taken by Grieve, who found the uprights. Kaikorai 8, Taieri Rovers 3. Almost immediately the Kaikorai forwards launched a fierce attack, and brought play within the Green twenty-five, where a smart passing bout on the part of the backs resulted in Callander scoring an unconverted try. Kaikorai 11, Taieri Rovers 3. M’Meeking followed suit soon after, breaking through and iust crossing the line. Gordon added the extra points. Kaikorai 16. Taieri Rovers 3. Just before half-time Dow crossed again for Kaikorai, and brought the total score to: Kaikorai 19. Taieri Rovers 0.

On resumption the home team put up a much better fight, 'and both teams played improved football. Kaikorai could not. score again, while Taieri added 6 points to their tally. The spell consisted mainly of hard attacks by Kaikorai, but the Greens were defending well, and in addition they broke away several times. One rush by the forwards resulted in Grieve getting across, but the extra points were not gained. Kaikorai 19, Tairi Rovers 6. Just before time was called the Greens were pressing hard in front of the Knlkorai goal, and the attack seemed In danger of failing when Bathgate secured the ball and potted a fine goal. The final scores were:—

Kaikorai W Taieri Rovers 10 Mr A. Eckhold was referee. SECOND GRADE. Pirates B 3, Union 6. University C 11. Kaikorai 0. THIRD GRADE. Southern 0, Kaikorai 5. Pirates B 20, Pirates C 0. Union 31, Dunedin 0. Port Chalmers 25, Y.M.C.A. 0. FOURTH GRADE. Southern A 6, Alhambra 3. Southern B 3, Y.M.C.A. 0. Pirates A 31, Dunedin 3. Zlngarl 20, Union 0. FIFTH GRADE. Southern 5, M’Glashan 0. Port Chalmers 25, Dunedin 0. Alhambra 0, Zlngarl 0. IN OTHER CENTRES. AUCKLAND GAMES. (Per United Press Association.) AUCKLAND, May 29. The following are the results of Rugby football matches on Saturday:— University 9, Marist 8. Ponsonby 15, College Rifles 0. Grammar 20, Gratton 13. Auckland Grammar 15, Sacred Heart 5. HAWKE’S BAY GAMES. (Per United Press Association.) HASTINGS, May 30. Maori Agricultural College 15, Celtic 9. Hastings 11. Technical Old Boys 8. High School Old Boys IS. Pirates 14. MANAWATU COMPETITION. (Per United Press Association.) PALMERSTON, May 30. Feildlng 11, Palmerston Old Boys 11, Kia Toa 17, Woodville 0. In a Fourth Grade match Feilding High School put up the colossal score of 100 points against Western United nil. MASTERTON. (P&b Unite’ Press Association.) MASTERTON, May 30. Red Stars 13, Masterton 0. Gladstone 18, Featherston 8. Carterton 20, Martinborough G. WELLINGTON MATCHES. (Pe.'> Unitep Press Association.) WELLINGTON, May 29. Old Boys 57, Sehvyn 3. Athletic 11, Oriental 6. Wellington 13, Marist 8. Berhampore 20, University 5. Poneke 15, Hutt 0. CHRISTCHURCH COMPBTITOON. (Per United Press Association.) Old Boys 15, Christchurch 3. University 20, Merivale 14. Albion 3, Llnwood 0. RANFURLY SHIELD MATCH. (Per United Press Association.) NAPIER, May 30. The Hawke’s Bay team to defend the Ranfurly Shield in the first game of the season against Wairarapa on Thursday next is as .follows; —Full-back, Nepia; three-quarters—Grenside, P.lake, Tait; fiveeighths— Corkill, Cooke: half-hack. Mill; forwards— Kirkpatrick, Irvine, M. Brownlie, Mahoney, C. Brownlie, Swain, Craven, and Walker. The following will represent Walrnrapn: —Full-back, Hood; three-quarters—R. Booth, Strnngfellow, Brunton; five eighths —J Donald. Fuller; half-back, Hart: wing-forward, Parker; forwards—Reid Sutherland, Harvey, Meadows, Fairbrothcr, S Willoughby, and Reside. Emergency backs, Neighbours and Roach; forwards, Tathnni and Churchouse. INTER-ISLAND MATCH. NOMINATION OF PLAYERS. (Pe-r United Press Association.) WELLINGTON, May 30. The selection of team* to take the field for the annual inter-island Rugby match, to be plaved at Wellington on June 12, will probably be made on Saturday next The selectors are: —North Island—Messrs E M’Kenzie (Wairarapa). N. M’Kenzie (Hawke’s Bay), and W. A. Guy (Taranaki) South Island': Messrs A. J. Oecldes (Southland), U. Davis (Oamorbury), and Banner (Golden Bay). The players nominated to date are;— North Island.—North Auckland—C. B. O.

Baddeley (back), E. Pinlayson. and A. Sowman (forwards); Waikato—P. Courtney and D. Burke (forwards); King Country—\\r. W. Ebbett (forward); Bush Districts— B. Udy (full-back), W. E. Tyree and O. Sievers (forwards); Wairarapa—J. Harvey (forward, lock), J. Donald (wing-forward), K. Falrbrother (forward); Wellington—J. Malcolm (full-back), K. Svenson, S. Bedell (wing three-quarters), M. Nicholls (fiveeighths). H. E. Nicholls (half-back). C. G. Porter (wing-forward), J. Moffitt (forward, lock), H. Sly, li. A. Thomas (forwards). South Island: Marlborough—G. Washington (forward); Nelson —D. Max (f°rward), W. Heed (back); Motueka, W. J. Clark (forward); Otago—D. Stevenson (full-back), R. Webb (wing-three-quarter), Burt, C. Sonntag ,and B. Dunne ( forwards); Southland —G. Alley, W. Hazlett, S. Batchelor (forwards). P. Kilby (halfback), D. Murray (centre three-quarter). A message from Nelson states that the report that Reed was likely to cease playing this season is incorrect. MAORI TEAM’S TOUR. PROVISIONAL ITINERARY ARRANGED. (Press Association —Bv Telegraph Copyright.) LONDON, May 29. (Received May 30, at 5.5 p.m.) The following provisional itinerary has been arranged for the Maori Rugby team’s tour next season: — October 16 —Somerset, at Weston-super-Mare. October 21 —v. Newport. October 23—v. Swansea. October 27 — v. Yorkshire, at Bradford. October 30—v. Harlequins, at TwickenhaNovember 3—v. Devon, at Plymouth. November 6—v. Cardiff. November 11 —v. Gloucester. November 13—v. Llanelly. , November 20 —v. London County, at Blackheath. . November 27—v. Leicester The two mid-week dates, November it and 24, have not yet been definitely arranged.—Reuter.

P. w. L. D. F. A. F.Jt* University A ... r> 4 — 1 124 16 9 University B ... 6 4 — 1 100 36 9 Kaikorai 6 3 — 2 73 38 8 Zlngari 8 3 1 1 33 23 7 Alhambra 5 3 3 — 45 39 Q Pirates S 2 2 1 G6 57 5 Southern 5 2 3 — 47 54 4 Dunedin £ 1 4 — 43 99 a Union K — 6 — 24 148 — Taieri Eoveis S — 5 — 24 69 —