The hockey season is now all but closed; at least, interest in hockey wanes as interest in examinations waxes. The Ladies' Club has been in existence for two years, and we feel that it is now firmly established, not only as a combative Factor in the held, but as a social factor in the College. In the natural course of events the older members will retire year by year, and an obligation rests upon the newcomers to fill their places honourably and well. The Hockey Club is the only organising body which has command of the ladies, the only effective means of fostering a feeling of good-fellowship among them. But we need not plead its cause; its influence is its most eloquent advocate; we would merely urge those young students who have hitherto been in doubt and darkness to come forward next year prepared to work zealously for the club's advancement. A right hearty welcome awaits them.

Some ardent seekers after knowledge may say that hockey would take up too much of their already precious time; but has not the mens sana an invaluable collaborator in the corpus sanum? Others may be afraid of being styled aggressively athletic or new-womanish. Beware, ye carping critics, into page 32 what company our drag the lady hockey-player. To the ladies I would say, do not be disconcerted when one of these poor half-witted creatures proclaims from the housetops that Joan of Arc was not as one of us; for it lies in the power of the students of Victoria College to uphold the dignity and excellence of hockey, and to remove from prejudiced minds the notion that culture is non-existent in lady hurler.

We would here like to express our appreciation of the loyalty of present members, and our gratitude to those who generously supported the club in its difficulties.

The Miramar Ferry Company also deserves our best thanks for protecting us from the gibes of football hoodlums by running an early boat, and also for supplying us with boiling water for afternoon tea.

At the beginning of the second term Miss Hales resigned the captaincy, and Miss Roberts was chosen to fill the vacancy.

Miss Morgan also deserted about the same time. She has other matters to attend to, so we let her go. May her happiness be great!

On the 22nd July, the club gave a dance, which was generally pronounced to be very enjoyable. It was unfortunate for Government House that there was a dance there on the same night.

As soon as possible after the November examinations, the Club intends organizing a picnic for all who are immediately connected with the College, and we hope that no one will be so ungracious as to stay away.

During the second term several promising players became ineligible for membership, and we parted with them firmly but regretfully.

The following are the results of the matches played:—

First Team.

(Captain, Miss L. MacKellar.)

V.C. v. Wellington Ladies I. Won, 3—0. An easy victory. Miss Tavendale missed the boat: so did the milk. To her honour be it said she walked and carried the mild with her. Miss Seagar received a severe blow on the face from the ball, played by one of our own side, be it known. The ground was under water. Miss K. McIntosh and Miss Roberts (2) scored.

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V .C. v. Petone. At Miramar. Won, 5—0. Combination lacking in college forwards. Petone team suffered from the absence of both their usual wing forwards. The scorers were Miss Cox (4) and Miss Miller.

V .C. v. Aorangi I. At Miramar. Lost, 6—0. The game started with college one short; within five minutes Miss Roberts injured her knee and had to retire. Aorangi combination excellent.

V .C. v. Girls' High School I. At Miramar. Drawn, 1—1. Miss Cox scored. Forwards still lacking in combination. Miss Robertson as full back played well. Miss Scott played well on the wing, but was not supported by the rest of the forward line.

V .C. v. Wellington Ladies I. At Miramar. Won, 2—0. Miss Miller and Miss Renner scored. Played in rain and a howling gale. Miss Scott played brilliantly, and Misses Renner and Johnstone fully justified their incusing in the first eleven.

V .C. v. Girls' High School I. At Miramar. Drawn, no score. High School had the better of the game, but several times failed to score owing to offside play. College players need practice in hard, clean hitting.

V .C. v. S Aorangi. At Miramar. Lost, 3—0 . A good game throughout. The whole College team showed improvement. During the game some valuable advice was received from Mr Bridge, who reefed and coached both sides.

V .C. v. Ngatiawa. At Miramar. Lost, 1—0

Second Team.

(Captain, Miss E. Tooman.)

V .C. v. Girls' High School II. Drawn, no score Ground swampy. High School Girls were faster than College girls, but could not hit hard enough to score. The first eleven missed the boat, and kept all the eatables.

V .C. v. Ngatiawa II. At Petone. Lost, 5—1. Game disappointed, ground uneven, referee incompetent. Miss Scott, our invaluable right wing, was absent. There scores for Ngatiawas resulted from penalty bullies awarded them for off-side play within our striking Circle. Miss Wedde scored for College; Miss Bennett (5) for the defeat.

V .C. v. Aorangi II. At Miramar. Lost, 6—0. Played one short. College showed all-round improvement. Aorangis had to work hard for their victory.

V .C. v. Girls' High School II. At Miramar. Drawn, 1—1. Miss Renner scored. Much better combination. Miss Cooke, as centre-half, proved an acquisition to the team.

V .C. v. Wellington Ladies II. At Miramar. Won, 2—1. The Wellington players were kept on the defensive throughout. This was fortunate, as Miss Tooman, partially crippled, had to do duty as right back, left back and goalkeeper on the College side. Miss Rigg was absent, and Miss Mellsop was unable to play. Miss Isaacs and Miss Seagar played well. Miss Tavendale excelled herself. She frequently took command of the ball, and twice successfully passed the ball to Miss Ludwig, who scored.

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