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Salient. An Organ of Student Opinion at Victoria College, Wellington, N.Z. Vol. 1, No. 17 July 27, 1938

Notes by "Scoop"—Saturday, July 16th

Notes by "Scoop"—Saturday, July 16th.

Weather conditions again caused a postponement for the lower grade teams, but of the three senior teams the only one entitled to any praise was the Senior B1, which, with two third grade players—Till at centre-half, and Lewin in goal—a fourth grade player—Hard at right-half— and a couple of the "Old Brigade", went down in a very hard-fought struggle, 2-1.

Although it is well known that Hard and Till are very good in their respective grades, yet it says still more for their ability that they could hold key positions in this team and acquit themselves well. At present the forwards are slow and lack combination, and far more use could be made of the short pass. The defence would be considerably strengthened if the inside forwards would drop back and cover when the team is hard pressed. Speculative hitting throws an unnecessary burden at times on the other players. All the team would benefit if they made more use of the push shot.

Most of the Senior B1 team have had a try-out in the first division, but it seems as if the best material in the club is already in that team. However, unless several give a more improved exhibition in the future they may find themselves dropped and their places taken by other players of more energy and who will combine better with the rest of the team.

It seems clear that frequent changes in the Senior A team, while increasing the spirit of competition, have not resulted in proper combination and smooth working. The selectors cannot be blamed for making these changes owing to the difficulty in obtaining wings of Senior A standard. Several players more suitable for inside positions were available, but it has taken practically half the season before the team has been properly moulded.