HOCKEY

Southland Times, Issue 17506, 21 August 1915, Page 10

HOCKEY

(By “Circle.”)

The following are the positions of the teams engaged in the Lewis Shield competition.

Plyd. Won. Lost. Dm. Pts. Wairangoa 6 2 3 1 5 Y.M.OA. 5 212 6 Rakiura 4 2 115 Although many changes had to be made in Southland’s team which met Otago at Dunedin last Saturday, the players who donned the red and white jersey proved very capable and returned victors to the tune of 3 goals to nil. It was not known until the team were at the station that one of the members was unable to make the trip. Fortunately Battin and Phillips (emergencies) were travelling to replace Clark and Smith at half time —the latter players having to catch the 4.20 express—so Battin filled the vacancy. At half time Southland were thus a man short. Otago however came to the rescue by allowing the visitors to play Wingfield. Sampson was forced to retire at half-time and T. Bogue (the well known ex-Wynd-ham goal-keeper) took his place in the second spell. Bogue played a rattling

game and succeeded in scoring two goals, tlie other goal being registered in the first spell by Marcusspn. The game was fairly even during the first spell, but after that the visitors could do nothing wrong and gave the local men more than their share of defence work. The visitors’ full-backs and goal-keeper saw little of the ball, their half-line and forwards refusing to part with it. It was acknowledged before and after the match that Otago had one of the strongest elevens on the field they have had for years. This, in itself, makes the win all the more popular.

The Southland boys were entertained at tea after the game and complimentary speeches were made regarding the exhibition given by the visitors. The captain of the home eleven admitted strong opponents, but thought his men did not play their best. Mr F. Smith, in replying on behalf of Southland, thanked the speakers for their kind remarks and also for the hospitality shown to them since their arrival. A ‘'Hockey Buster” will be published in connection with the games on Sept. 1. Players who wish to contribute any matter for this journal are requested to do so early. There is not a single goal net to be found in Invercargill—excepting scrim and wire-netting ones. It would be advisable to borrow Wyndham and Gore nets for the rep. games. The following players will represent Teachers in their match against Civil Service on Biggar street to-day at 3 sharp;—Cameron. Bae, Smith, Gilchrist, Stafford. Smellie, Clark. Ryburn, Anderson, Mitchell and Sampson. LAMBS’ KOTIiS. The selectors (Messrs Shaw and McGregor) have chosen the following players to represent Southland against Otago at Invercargill on September 1: —Goal, M. Morton; right full-back, O. Patterson; left full-back, K. Stout; right half, V, White; centre half, L. McCullock; left half, F. Barraclough: right wing, R. God ward: inner right, P. Pule; centre forward, L, Lawson; inner left, I. Horner; left wing, B. Smail. The team is a good one and it is doubtful if any one position could be improved upon. Country is represented by five players and they well deserve their places judging by the fine exhibition they gave in the trial match on Wednesday. Miss Wayte, who played on the right wing, made a claim for consideration, but on the oilier hand Miss Godward excelled in the art of centring which is a slrong point in favour of a wing forward. Miss Latham, another member of Country's forward line, played a line game, excepting that she was Inclined to wait until the ball was stopped before rushing her opponent. Miss Horner, playing in the same position in Town's team, showed great dash and her determined style no doubt won her her place, in the rep. team. Miss M. Morton well deserves the position of custodian, although her rival. Miss Melvinna, was unfortunate in not having a chance to prove her inelal. The i selected one cleared hard and never at- ; tempted to hit wildly'. When in a tight j corner she used her feet to advantage. I

Alisses G. Patlcrson and E. Stout form a particularly brilliant back line. The latter never becomes hustled and can be depended upon to get in a powerful hit. Miss Patterson lias a rival in Aliss Gumming, who lias played very consistently in club matches. On Wednesday she appeared rather nervous in tHe first spell, but made amends in the latter half and saved her team time and again. Miss Patterson, however, has a. hotter all round knowledge of the. game. Although Aliss A*. AVhite did not play above the average nit AA'ednesday her past performances had to he considered, and rightly so. too. as a player cannot be condemned on a single game.

Aliss McCulloch appears to have gone off somewhat and does not exhibit the same ability as site did a few weeks ago. in the Winton-High School match this player showed up right throughout tile game, and it was noted then that she was a second Aliss Kabbidge. On AA’ednesday she did not attack with enough vim and was guilty of using her stick with one hand. Aliss Gee, on the opposing side, was not her superior, so Miss McCulloek had to he awarded the position.

Aliss Barraclough is a strong unit in Hie half line and can he relied upon to do great deeds. She tackles- firmly and loses no time in finding an opening. It was probably due to this player that Miss lost her place in the rep. team's forward line.

Aliss R. Godward plays splendidly on the right wing and never misses a chance to centre. She directs the ball at the proper angle and then runs inside her opposing half in case the ball is returned to she right again. This method is a good one as it prevents the half from intercepting. Miss Yule is not new to the position, having' played there last season. She is an adept at taking the bail on her stick at top speed and, having drawn the fullback. passes fairly accurately.

Miss Lawson (centre forward ) is a cool and clever player and sets a fair share of the hall at • bully.” usually carrying the leather past the opposing centre half. She is a fair scorer when on the ;iob. Miss L. Horner, inside left, is the speediest girl in the team and charges in rare style. She is inclined to ‘'wander” but otherwise is a first-class forward.

Miss B. Small, on the left wing, comes second to Miss Horner in regard to speed and she makes good use of it when opportunity offers. Miss Smail plays very attractive hockey and is always on the lookout for a chance to “shoot.” Town members of the rep. team will travel to Gore on Wednesday for a practice match against a chosen local team. Any player unable to go must notify the selectors immediately. Tickets for “The Day,” September 1, are now on sale and it is up to all players and supporters to do their part in selling same. The day can be made a record one, so get to work at once. The ladies football team is now in training and can be relied upon to give a good exhibition of the British soccer gaape. There are other novelty events and a good day’s sport is assured.

It would be much appreciated if players or lady supporters desirous of billeting any of tpe Otago lady visitors would communicate with the Association secretary.