IN SPORTIVE MOOD

Arty AnTiDote, Issue VIII, 30 October 1943, Page 5

IN SPORTIVE MOOD

MANY - HIGHLIGHTS IN SATURDAY’S FIELD DAY

Running at the high jump bar in last Saturday's athletic sports, L. Munro probably thought of the song ■'l wish I had the wings of a Dove'*. His dive-somersault style took the spectators somewhat by surprise but its effectiveness he demonstrated in keeping with the leaders until near the final jumps c With abstention from same of the earlier jumps it is quite probable' he would have defeated Drew, with whom he tied for second place, although it is uh 11 that he could have beaten Beard, who did not appeal* extended#

Amid pleasant surroundings and in good weather the sports were a pleasant break fr an camp routine. The large attendance included a number of Wanes and nurses. Keen finishes characterised many of the track eventsc The tote distributed a total of 600 dollars during the day, including prize money deducted from the takings on the basis of ?2.50 for first place, »00 for second and 50c for third, The most

successful competitor* in the 12 events for which prizes were awarded was Badland, of E Troop, while Schroder, of A Troop, did well in coilecting .00. Congratulations go to E Troop in piling the highest points total to annex, the Wicksteed Cup# The Troop’ tally was ‘The 20h Relay Cup for the relay championship was also won by E Troop. The Marshall Cup for the most successful individual, competitor went to Gnr Badland who displayed all-round ability in both track and field competition.

One of the best races of the day proved to be the 880yds championship B.V. Hayson appeared likely to take the honours in the early stages with a long stride at the front of the field, but those who knew Little’s capabilities had little fear. Holding himself in reserve until the final 200 yds Little came at the finish with a smart turn of speed which carried him into the lead in the last 30 yds to breast the tape. Championship winners were as' foil owe: -

One Mile.- E Turner. (A Troop) Long Humpe- D.G. Crabb (A Bty) High Jump 0 - G.R. Beard (B Tropp) Hop, step and jump.- D Hamilton (C Troop) UUO yds.- A Badland (E Troop) Shot Put. - A Badland (E Tropp) 100 yds. - F Schroder (A Troop) 880 yds. - L Little (F Troop) 220 yds. - A Badland (E Tr-op)