FOOTBALL.

Southland Times, Issue 18932, 20 September 1920, Page 3

FOOTBALL.

WELLINGTON v. CANTERBURY. THREE POINTS WIN FOR WELLINGTON. (Per Linted Press Association.) CHRISTCHURCH, September 18. The Wellington v. Canterbury match was robbed of much of its interest through Southland obtaining the Ranfurly Shield on Wednesday, but there was an attendance of about 6000 to witness the match. Although the contest was interesting it was not an exhibition of good football. The Wellington forwards seemed to be stale in the first half, and their opponents compiled a substantial majority, but as the game advanced the northerners’ more scientific methods made the result of the game uncertain till the final whistle. All through the backs and forwards had a full share in the game, and there were several casualties and calls for reserves. After five minutes of attacking by Canterbury Wellington was forced, but from the scrum immediately from' the kick-out, McLeod scored from a passing rush. Hasell missed the kick, and McLeod opened out from the forwards and passed to Cummings, who handed on to Hasell, the latter scoring under the posts and gosling. Mainly by good work by Roberts and Christopherson Canterbury was put on the defence, and Roberts narrowly missed a goal from . a mark. A fine exchange among the Canterbury backs ended in a try by Ford after a strong run by Wilson. McLeod converted. The Wellington forwards smothered Evans, and Nicholls ran through to score under the posts. Roberts goaled. Efforts by the home forwards were nullified by a force down. Ryan broke through, and Ford was penalised for handling the ball on the ground in his own twenty-five. Nicholls goaled, and this left the score at half-time Canterbury 13, Wellington 8. On resuming the visitors set a hot pace, and after ten minutes’ hard play Hughes touched down. Nicholls’ kick failed. Wellington maintained the attack, and with two, points difference in the scores the interest was enlivened. The forwards’ efforts and a fine defence by the visiting inside backs marked the play for the next twenty minutes, when the visitors were rewarded in a determined assault by Harkness crossing the line after close in-passing. Nicholls goaled, making the score Wellington 16, Canterbury 13. Time was called without further score. OTAGO (28)' v. SOUTH CANTERBURY (12). DUNEDIN, September 18. The match between Otago and South Canterbury was played at Carisbrook this afternoon under perfect weather conditions, and before an attendance of some 5000 spectators. The game resulted in a substantial win for the home team by 28 to 12. In the first spell tries were obtained for „Otago by Owlcs (3), Ward, and Fea, one of these being converted by Edwards. The second spell .was opened with a try by Owles, after which the visitors took a hand, and in an exciting period of play tries were registered by O'Shea, Taylor, and Logan, while Scott kicked a penalty goal. At this stage the score read, Otago 19, South Canterbury 12. During the final quarter of an hour the remaining score was put on by Owles and Perry. Turnbull converted one. Mr L. Guiney, of Christchurch, made a good referee. SEDDON SHIELD. MARLBOROUGH v. WEST COAST. BLENHEIM, September IS. The Eeddon Shield match, Marlborough (holders) versus West Coast, was played bcfare a record crowd in good weather. The game all through was fast and willing. Half-way through the first spell Marlborough (Phillips) scored at the corner, the kick at goal failing. Turning round the Coast livened up, Mclntosh scoring at the corner. No goal resulted. Shortly before time was called Phillips again scored for the local team. The final result was Marlborough 6, Coast 3. WELLINGTON v. WAIRARAPA. WELLINGTON, September 18. j The Wairarapa rugby representatives were soundly beaten by a Wellington fifteen this afternoon by 38 points to 11. The visitors ! showed up fairly well in the first half, their I forwards, headed by Donald, running over I Wellington for the greater part of the spell, j Their backs lacked finish, however, but on the whole they did better than was expected j the score standing at 14 to G in favour of ! Wellington at half-time. On resumption the ( rot set in among the visitors, mainly on account of the absence of Donald, who did not come on again through having been badly shaken up in the first half. r lhe home team rattled on points, the game ending, Wellington 38, Wairarapa 11. The match was by no means a brilliant exposition of rugby, neither team displaying much science. During the second half F. Booth (the Wairarapa five-eighth) retired with an injury to his ribs. MOASCAR CUP. PALMERSTON HIGH SCHOOL v. AUCKLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL. PALMERStON NORTH, Sept. IS. Over 10,000 people witnessed the semifinal of the Moascar Cup competition here to-day, when Palmerston North Boys’ High School played Auckland Grammar School. It was the greatest contest seen hero for many years, being always fast and open. Ideal weather prevailed. The game was played in four spells of twenty minutes. Palmerston North had a slight advantage right from the outset. They attacked vigorously, keeping Auckland close on the twenty-five line. The visitors made repeated counter-attacks, which were invariably repelled. The home forwards were superior, and pressed to the last line, where a great battle ensued. Rigors secured from a splendid opening in a handy position. Hodder converted. Palmerston North 5, Auckland nil. Auckland made several splendid forward rushes, but the defence was too solid. Up till half-time the respective forward divisions attacked and counter-attacked. Palmerston having a slight advantage. Goodacre, the Auckland full-back, played a great game, saving numerous dangerous attempts. After half-time the game grew more exciting. Auckland came within an ace of scoring from a concerted move, but the clever work of the local backs nullified the attempt. Palmerston’s backs shone well, but Auckland’s rearguard were almost invariably prevented from getting into action by the brilliant onslaughts of the opposing forwards. On several occasions when in Palmerston’s territory the Auckland backs spoiled good chances by faulty handling. The game ended without further score. Palmerston North will meet the Auckland Boys in the final at Wellington on Tuesday. AUCKLAND v. BAY OF PLENTY. AUCKLAND, September 18. In a rugby match Auckland defeated Bay of Plenty by 37 points to 17. The Auckland backs outclassed the visitors, who played a good game which, however, was lacking in science. The score at half-time was 17 to nil in Auckland's favour. SOUTH AFRICAN TEAM FOR NEW ZEALAND.

CAPETOWN, September 18. In accepting New Zealand’s invitation, subject,to. the English Union laws and interpretations being the first conditions, the South African Rugby Board decided to send 29 players and a manager, who will leave in the last week in April or the first week in May. It agreed to accept five matches In Australia, three on the outward journey and two on the return, to be arranged so as to allow at least two days’ interval.

INTERPROVINCIAL RUGBY. WEDNESDAY NEXT. SOUTHLAND V. SOUTH CANTERBURY. The first match to be played by the Ranfurly Shield holders against a visiting team will take place at Rugby Park on Wednesday next when Southland play South Canterbury. The game is timed to start at 2.30 p.m. and should, after the very fine performance of the home team last week, attract a record attendance of spectators. Those who have not witnessed a representative match this season should not now miss the last opportunity of doing so. The South Canterbury team is a strong combination possessing some very’ fi ne forwards and backs and are noted for the surprises they have created in the football world. On this occasion they can be depended upon to make a special effort to lower the colours of the Ranfurly Shield holders. The fact that they have scored more points against Wellington than any other South Island team except Southland proves that they are a dangerous combination. The Railway Department are unable to delay the trains so for the convenience of country visitors the game has been set down for 2,30 p.m. The team will be as follow's: — I. Brown Fortune O'Kane Holmes Stead Lopdell Dnlglcish Wing forward: Baird Hookers: Smith and McKenzie Cockroft Roche Whyte Miller Agnew Emergencies—Backs; Davidson, Gilmour, ’ Lilley; Forwards; Sparks, Potter, Rice. SCHOOLS’ SEVEN-A-SIDE TOURNAMENT. On Saturday a seven-a-side schools’ tournament was held on Rugby Park. The day was beautifully fine and the grounds have not been in better playing order this season. Despite these facts and an interesting variation from the usual class of football played on the Park, the attendance of adults was disappointing. The schoolboys however, turned out enthusiastically and “barracked” vociferously for their respective representatives. The playing spells were of short duration and the boys were given plenty of time to recover from previous exertions. Not the least enjoyable happening of the day for the youngsters was the match, referees and teachers v. a small army of schoolboys; and exceedingly great was the joy of the young combatants when some burly teacher was uncermoniously brought to earth with a mass of small New Zealanders clinging to him. It is said that, all things considered, the game resulted in an overwhelming victory for the boys. The games, both senior and junior, brought forth keen competition and they were good to watch. In the senior competition Middle won by a fairly big majority, while the junior competition went to Marist A. The efforts of the teachers in arranging and carrying out the tourney are deserving of commendation. This year has witnessed a greater organising of school football; and anything that tends for the betterment of this class of football is deserving of the greatest praise, for if the expected and hoped for revival of interest in rugby football in New Zealand is to come it must begin in the schools. The thanks of all interested in rugby football are due to the teachers for their devotion to what is very often a thankless task. Results ; SENIORS. First Round. Middle 9 v. St. George 3. Marist 8 v. South 0. Waihopai 6 v. North 5. Second Round, Waihopai 8 v. Marist 0. Middle a bye. FINAL. Middle 17 v. Waihopai 0.

> JUNIORS. First Round. Waihopai 9 v. South 0. Marist A 3v. North 0. Middle 5 v. St. George 3. Marist B beat Bluff by default* Second Round. Middle 3 v. Waihopai 0. Marist A 12 v. Marist B 0. Final. Marist A 6 v. Middle 0. Messrs D. K. Torrance, H. Washer, A. J Stringer and Dr Brown were the referees. WOODLANDS TEAM ENTERTAINED. On Friday evening the residents of Wood lands entertained the members of Wood lands football team, which for the first tinu oh record was successful in winning thf J. J. Ward Memorial Cup. The entertain ment took the form of a smoke concert anc dance and was attended by residents froit all parts of the district. In complimenting the team upon its fine performance, th( chairman, Mr R. Walker, referred to th( necessity for more encouragement to junioi football. It was also stated that at the be ginning of the season the team was com posed of practically inexperienced players but under the tuition of Messrs Hewitt anc Walker they had undertaken the game serf ously. It was largely due to the coaching that the team had annexed the junior ban ncr. During the evening the opportunity was taken of presenting medals to the besl forward and the best back. The president of the Southland Rugby Union presentee the trophy and also responded to the toasi of the Union—a toast which was also spoker to by the secretary and Mr P. J. Scully. ASSOCIATION FOOTBALL. (Per United Press Association.) CHRISTCHURCH, September 18. The- Association game, Canterbury v Otago, resulted in a draw, one goal each Woods scored for Canterbury, and Stevens for Otago. In the third grade Association match Can terbury beat Otago by three goals to two. A League match between West Coast anc Canterbury resulted in a win for Canterbury by 22 to 15. The Association team to represent th< South Island against the North Island is: — Goal, G. Swift (Canterbury) ; right back W. Mitchell (Canterbury) ; left back, V Dickel (Otago) ; half-backs, J. Lee (Canter bury), J. Dryden (Otago), and L. Johnstor (Otago); forwards, F. Dunn (Otago), A Bissett (Canterbury), E. Norman (Canter bury), J. Raity (Otago), R. Woods (Cam terbury) ; emergencies, J. Flood (Canter bury-), T. Ruddyman (Otago), T. Balk (Otago). HOCKEY. AUCKLAND v, WELLINGTON. (Per United Press Association.) AUCKLAND, September 18. Auckland defeated Wellington this after noon in a challenge match for the Hockey Shield by 4 goals to 2. The game wat one of the best seen in Auckland this season, and was witnessed by about 1300 spectators. Wellington scored first, and a hoi attack by Auckland subsequently- evenec the score, and the first spell ended one goal each. Soon after resuming Auckland scored again, and then Hood scored for Wellington. Two more goals were registered by Auckland before time was called.