Athletic Stars Effectively Distributed

Times and distances in the Athletics were, with few exceptions, not outstanding although there were probably more Provincial and National champions and title-holders competing this year than in any previous Tournament.

The star race of the contest was the defeat by Dave Tossman (VUC) of Ken Greville, the National title holder, in the quarter mile hurdles. Dave had concentrated everything on training for this race, and his determination won him the NZU title. Greville's time in the heat was 1/5 second better than the final. His best showing, however, was his 200 yds. finishing burst in the half mile when he easily outstripped McDowall (VUC) who was finding that you cannot be secretary of a tournament that goes on in two weeks, and still be fit enough to beat a National Champion.

Mara (OU) seemed to have no difficulty in hurling his 13 stone 5ft. 10in, into the air; he seemed to be in good form to attempt the NZU high Jump record, but just failed to make it.

Goldfinch (VUC) produced a very exciting finish in the quarter mile, fighting it out with Grey (OU) over the last 170 yds. Grey was also second in the mile and third in the half.

"Zulu" McKenzie (CUC) rep. footballer, heavyweight boxer, and Tournament Delegate took the shot put, hammer and discus titles, although the VUC delegates did their best to put him out of action during the early part of Easter.

Collinson (AUC) in the heat of the low hurdles was only a fraction outside the NZU record of 26 seconds.

Most pleasing of all was the close competition in nearly all events, giving some exciting finishes and affording some consolation to the holders of the wooden spoon.