Basketball.

Varsity A was stunned by the realisation that they had lost to Wesley last Saturday. And the whole team came to the conclusion that "We sure must have our ups and downs," because to have scored 15 to Kia Ora A's 16 on a previous day and then to lose to Wesley 16-20, seems not only inconsistent, but a disgraceful exhibition. True there were many hold-ups throughout the game— first the team fielded eight only for the first five minutes and then Nora McL. developed stitch, causing a minor sensation and a five-minutes spell for all save Nora; then came the rain, a slippery ball and a treacherous asphalt court. Then, too, the goals were shooting badly, and undoubtedly Wesley played a topping game, Betty Hill in the centre and the Wesley fo wards beign particularly outstanding. However, it was quite evident that the trouble with Varsity was lack of practice. There was no co-ordination at all in any third; the forwards missed goal after goal, the centres lagged and didn't even attempt to chase their partners, and the defece became puffed after the slightest exertion. We are still hoping great things from the Varsity Senior A. There is still time; when are you going to brandish the old chool tie? and by the way how many games have you won this season? In passing, let us remark that we have heard it whispered abroad that a certain Varsity Senior A player and Wellington rep and ex-Exec. member has ceased attending lectures, thereby jeopardising her eligibility for Tournament. The team cannot spare thee, madam! So back to te grind again, please!

The B team saved the day for V.U.C. for although they did not do anything so cataclysmic as winning, they put up a splendid fight and finished up 15-14. Joan Maysmor, Roma Hoare and Muriel Lancaster played well. We notice Jean Roberts and Muriel Lancaster are still practising with the B reps, and Janet Grainger and Margaret Pilcher with the A's. And last Saturday each team was asked to elect another girl to be tried for the reps and V.U.C. nominated Erice Goble. Bravo to our five possible and probable reps, and here's hoping!