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The Spike: or, Victoria University College Review, June 1922

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Sketch of man boxing

Looking back on the past three years the Boxing Club has every reason to be thankful for the recovery it has experienced after the nasty knock it received during the war period—a knock which nearly "outed" it for "keeps." The future is very bright. Once more the Club's finance is on a sound footing, and there is a reasonable chance if all subs, are promptly paid that it will be possible to purchase the new equipment of which the Club is in such great need. Then again we have a real live coach in Mr. Tim Tracy. It is not too much to say that his presence in the "gymn." on Wednesday nights has done more to effect a recovery in the interest taken in boxing at College than any person connected with the Club. "Tim" is no ordinary coach. He has the happy knack of inspiring confidence in his pupils and teaching them only as much as they can effectively learn in one lesson. Beginners should not hesitate to roll up on Wednesday nights. A few nights with the coach will suffice to give the novice sufficient confidence to enable him to step into the ring.

This year saw a revival of the prewar tournament to select college representatives at the Easter Tournament, There were about 200 present in the Gymnasium to witness the various bouts, which provided an excellent evening's sport. As a result of the tournament the funds of the Club benefited considerably and the committee was able to make a small donation towards the expenses of the tournament representatives.

An account of the various bouts is given hereunder :—