– BASKETBALL

Southland Times, Issue 25313, 17 June 1935, Page 9

- BASKETBALL

SATURDAY’S GAMES ST. MARY’S FIRST WIN Basketball was played on the Southland Association’s courts on Saturday afternoon in crisp winter weather when 17 matches were contested. In the first grade section St. Mary’s obtained their first win when they just managed to defeat Makarewa. The game was an exciting one and a good crowd ot spectators watched the play. Rata were far too good for Kiwi and ran out winners by a good margin of goals. Pirates decisively defeated S.G.H.S. in the second grade division. By superior all-round play they ran out winners by 20 goals to 9. Detailed results of Saturdays games are as follows:— FIRST GRADE, ST. MARY’S (21) v. MAKAREWA (20.) Makarewa were not playing with their usual team and had several emergencies in the ranks. In the first spell Makarewa's shooting was erratic, while their defence was not up to standard. St. Mary’s took advantage of these facts, and when the whistle sounded for half-time were leading by 5 goals. On the resumption of play Makarewa went into action and scored steadily. Towards the finish of the match they drew level with St. Mary s who scored the winning goal in the final stages. St. Mary’s right throughout were on their toes and worked very hard. They staged some good passing movements, while their shooting was generally steady and accurate. RATA (20) v. KIWI (9). Kiwi swung into action right from the commencement and were the first to score. Shortly afterwards W. Clark, playing in Kiwi’p defence third, injured her ankle and had to leave the court. After a consultation a centre moved into her place, while a Rata centre went off the court to make matters even. At half-time Rata were leading by 2 goals, but on the resumption they substantially increased this lead by means of skillful play in all thirds. Their passing, was as usual, very sound and some very pretty movements were observed. The defenders turned in a satisfactory performance and made matters very difficult at times for the opposition. Kiwi missed the services of the injured player and her absence seriously hampered the team. SECOND GRADE. PIRATES (20) v. S.G.H.S. (9). Pirates were far too good for High School and finished the game with a good margin of goals in their favour. The match was an exciting one, both teams giving of their best. The halftime score was 11—3 in favour of, Pirates. In the second-half Pirates frequently harassed the opposition who were kept very busy defending their goal. The winners staged some good passing rushes, and only the interception of the High School defenders kept the score down to reasonable limits. High School seemed to lack the finish they have displayed in former encounters. KENNINGTON (14) v. BLUFF (3). Kennington were superior in every department of the game, and by half time were leading by 9 goals. Bluff wei not up to second-grade standard, their shooting and passing being far from satisfactory. The winners possessed a match-winning style, but the game would have been much more interesting if they had been • pitted against more formidable opposition. COLLEGIATE A (15) v. KIWI (8). Collegiate’s shooting was up to standard, but their passing was inclined to be rather erratic. They made some good interceptions and frequently turned opposition attacking movements to their own advantage. Kiwi’s forwards did not possess the ability of the opposition forwards who were always on the look-out for chances to score. THIRD GRADE. McKENZIE’S (12) v. ST. MARY’S (6), In spite of the final score this was a fairly even match. McKenzie’s superiority in the goal third, particularly in accurate shooting, gave them the advantage. Play was fairly fast, but St. Mary’s were a little uncertain in their attacks, and the opopsition. defence seized every opportunity to intercept. COLLEGIATE (17) v. MAKAREWA (12). Makarewa were leading by three goals at half-time, but in the second half the opposition were right on their toes and ran out winners by a good lead. Collegiate’s passing was satisfactory, but chances were missed on occasions through over-eagerness. Makarewa’s passing could be improved, while their defence was not of a high ' order. KIWI (19) v. RATA (6). This game was not characterized by particularly bright basketball. In the first half Rata’s play left much to be desired, but in the second spell matters improved considerably. Kiwis forwards fitted in with the scheme of things quite well, and turned in a very satisfactory performance. H. AND J’s. (11) v. PIRATES (11). Both teams were evenly matched, and during the progress of the game some exciting play was witnessed. Towards the finish both teams worked hard for supremacy and chances were lost through over-eagerness. At halftime the score was 6 all. Some promising Pirate movements came to naught because of poor shooting, while ■H. and J’s. forwards also failed on occasions in this direction. FOURTH GRADE. MAKAREWA (22) v. KENNINGTON (5). Kennington were one forward short and, therefore, were playing under a

definite handicap. Makarewa were superior in every department of the game, and at half time had secured a comfortable lead of 5 goals. Makarewa’s shooting was good and their defence worked well. ROSEDALE (19) BLUFF (7). Both teams were playing short, but Rosedale’s superior passing and shooting turned the tables in their favour. Ai half-time the winners had scored 8 goals, white the opposition had secured 4. Rosedale were responsible for some spirited interceptions which they always turned to good account. WOOLWORTHsTw" v. ST. MARY’S ’ (4) ’ St. Mary’s scored after the game had been in progress a few minutes, but Woolworths also swung into action and quickly equalized. The passing was not good, far too much scrambling being in evidence. As the game progressed Woolworths, gained the upper hand and finished winners with 8 goals to spare. KIWI (12) v. COLLEGIATE (12). These teams staged a very even game, but little brilliant basketball was in evidence. Kiwi’s shooting was weak, and Collegiate’s defence was not up to standard. On the part of both teams there was much unsatisfactory handling. FIFTH GRADE. Kiwi were far too good for Rata and ran out winners by 16 goals to 6. The losers were responsible for some clever interceptions. Rosedale carried too many guns for St. Peter’s. The final score in this game was: Rosedale 18, St. Peter’s 5. Makarewa and Greenhills staged a fairly even game which resulted in a win for the former team by 9 goals to 7. The match between St. Mary’s and Pirates resulted: St. Mary’s 12, Pirates 7. OTHER GAMES. Two games were played outside Invercargill and they resulted as follows: Second grade. Rata 12, Wallacetown 11, third grade, St. Peter’s 17. Waianiwa 6. REPRESENTATIVE TRIALS ’ PLAYERS TO PRACTICE. First grade and third grade representative practices will be held in the Drill Hall on Tuesday at 6.15 p.m.; second grade on Tuesday at 7.15 p.m. The following first grade players are required: L. Mehaffey, M. McCurdy, F. Basstian, E. Smith, E. Neame, M. McGrath, V. Fraser, M. Stapleton, E. Shepherd, J. Adamson, A. Pittaway, M. Farmer, M. Shand, J. Kelly, J. Thomson, E. Small, B. Mathieson, B. Ingram, J. Tyrell. (I. Glennie, L. Glennie and M. Wright will be required for Saturday afternoon practice as well as those mentioned above). Second Grade: I. Robertson, H. Anderson, S. Ross, P. Anderson, N .Rodger (Rata), J. Edmonds, M. Marks, D. Sadlier, N. Jacquiery, D. Baird (Collegiate); N. McLoughlin, R. Yeo, J. Nicol (Kiwi); N Townsend, N. Parkinson (Wallacetown), V. McKenzie, P. Beaton (Bluff): O. Hillis (Kennington); K. Moffett, J. Lamont (High School); N. Cook (Pirates). Third Grade: The following are asked to attend practice at the Drill Hall on Tuesday at 6 p.m.: P. Moore, J. Spence, R. Bridgeman, Hazlett (St. Peter’s); I. Bartlett, R. Gourley, J. Donald (Pirates); M. Kerse, C. Pittaway, T. McAra, W. Robertson (H. and J. Smith’s); M. Stewart, E. Stewart, P. Agnew, V. Dorgin (Collegiate); J McLee, D. Stalker, A. Mcßurney (Rata); R, Shepard. M. Cqok (St. Mary’s).