Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1931 - 1954), Friday 10 June 1932, page 11


UNJUSTIFIED CRITICISM OF LACROSSE REFEREES

Gymkhana And Ballarat Visitors

By COVER POINT

Ijacrosse activities during the week have broueht together more players than usual, and many aspects ol the game have been discussed. Beferecs have received a fair share of the review, and some players eeera to think them Massed.

This Is absurd. The T&crofse Association has for years had the support of a band of old players who have given up their Saturday afternoons to referee matches. Since last year, when the number ot reTerees wa» increased, the game nas been particularly well served. UmplrinE calls for extraordinary physical and mental capacity. Players should appreciate this, and exercise consideration. Gymkhana Reflections In the 6econd gymkhana arranged by the Lacrosse Association a surprising feature was the hick ot Interest displayed by b. large numbs of players who did not lttend. Those present and participating bad an enjoyable afternoon, and look forward to next year's fixture. The programme went off well, due largely to the work of the secretary (Mr. A. B. Cox) and his helpers. One of the bright spots of the afternoon's programme was the presentation of trophies by the Mayor of Glenelg (Mr. W. Pisk). Himself an old player. Mr. Flsk was in reminiscent and humorous vein, and he caused much laughter by his witty references to the trophy winners. The Box lacrosse contests, arranged for the first time in this State, proved the most popular event on the programme, the winning team of six having to play three whirlwind 10 minutes' contestsGoodwood won.Tomorrows Tomorrows Matches A Grade.— Blrkalla No. 2 ground. Goodwood v. West Torrens (Barsons): University Oval. University No. 2 v. North Adelaide (Auld); Unley Oval. Sturt v. University No. 1 (Stubbsl: Norwood Oval. East 2Torren% v. Port Adelaide (Selthi. B Grade. — Birkalla No. 1 ground. North Adelaide v. Brighton (Dolg): No. 3 ground. East Torrens v. Goodwood (Smith): University Oval, University v. Port Adelaide mocking); South Park (6.), Sturt v. Deaf Adult. C Grade.— Medlndie. North Adelaide x. West Hlndmaxsh: Victoria Park. East Torrens v. Port Adelaide; West Park. West Torrens v. Sturt: South Park (V.-. University v. Goodwosd; Hove. Brighton v. Holdfast Bay. D Grade.— Woodville. Port Adelaide v. Junior Legacy: Blrlaua, Holdfast Bay v. University. BaUarat's Successful Visit The visiting team from Ballarat outpointed Che local £ grade side in most placlngs on the field. Particularly active round centre, the play In both matches repeatedly went forward to Hammer. A. B. Nicholson and Ford, who were generally too good for our back men. who did not watch the body sufficiently. Chinner was one of the hardest worked visiting players, and he filled the centre position with credit. The outstanding visitor was Nerfham (goal), whose coolness, direction and play in and out of goal was a feature. Glenn was the outstanding back man. The visitors made a decided impression with their vigorous end clean style of play, and it Is hoped that annual matches will be arranged.

Gcad Match At Unley Probably the best match tomorrow will be between Sturt and University No. I, on the Unley Oval. Unii'erslty Is second on the premiership table, has speed and vigor, and keeps moving from centre, where thorough understanding exists between the attack and forward divisions. Galloway end Cook (forwards) are a pleasing pair to watch, with their accurate and snappy passing. Cook's net shots are made with more 'than ordinary force. Ewens win probably be an absentee due to an ankle injury. Sturt Is Etui a powerful side, and will extend University. The strong balck line, which Is developing a good system, aided by the extra measures adopted by the captain (Kestel). who Is particularly sound in defence. Warner will bo mlased In tbe first home position, as he must stand down for some time with a dislocated collarbone, sustained In Saturday's match.One One Senior Hatch At Blrkalla. The Goodwood-West Torrens matdi will be tin* onlv eenlar contest si. Bir

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kalla tomorrow. West Torrens will probably play Tamlln again, but will t'1«« Bettlson. who has returned to the country. The team Is Improving. Goodwood must not take West Torrens lightly. Goodwood h as made good after beginning the 6 c a 6 o n without four regular players. Cocks nlavcd his first

Came on Saturday, and will continue. Bronncr Is still at the head of the gonlthrowing list, witli 37 goals. Chance For University No. 2 University No. 2 In Its contest tomorrow against North Adelaide has a chance to Improve Its position. Against the weakened North Adelaide team 'tomorrow, the University men should try to improve their fjstem, especially In attack. North Adelaide will be without J. Lee, and A. Baulderstone will probably replace htm. The match should be even, with odds a little In favor of North. Close Game At Norwood Port Adelaide should defeat East Torrrru, In t.ho match on tile Norwood Oval. The laf.er missed Eoyce (back) end Pcarcc i forward) badly on Saturday, and win nuss them sgaln tomorrow. With Mcnzol available, tie back position should br strengthened, but a weakness i,berc win suit the vigorous methods of BurnIcy snd Kldd (Port Adelaide), who will be hard to hold. East Torrens Is slightly tho more vigorous attacking team, snd If this section can be made to function as It should, the need for a stout defence will be reduced. This match should be a good one and worth watching. Port Goalie Retires After serving Port Adelaide as goalkeeper for a number of yeare. Alex Weir has retired from active lacrosse. Originally taking up the game to fill a gap temporarily. Weir was persuaded* to continue, and last season he reached a good standard as goalkeeper to the premiership team. Weir always Intended to retire when a suitable young goalie was forthcoming, and as tiiat opportunity has presented Itself, he has left the game. His help In club and social affairs was always available, and he will continue this activity.