RUGBY FOOTBALL

Grey River Argus, 11 October 1948, Page 5

RUGBY FOOTBALL

INTERNATIONAL GAMES LONDON, Oct. 9 Rugby commentators are inclined to trunk, that none of the tvyentynme who played tor England in the five international matches last season is sure or selection for the first international match . of this year against Wales. It is stated that there are no v automatic choices, though N. M. Hall, R. H. Guest, H. Walker, S. V. Perry and M. SteeleBodger are in good form. Wholesale changes in the England team, however seem likely.

.ALL BLACK MANAGERSHIP WELLINGTON, Oct. 10 Several names mentioned in connection with the posts of manager and assistant-manager of the All Blacks include Mr J. H. Parker, nominated for the position of manager. He is a Canterbury forward and 1924 All Black. The name of Mr S. S. Dean, who at 37 managed the 1924 All Blacks is also mentioned. Mr L. V. ua.mine. another capable and wellknown Rugby administrator, is also spoken of for a post as manager. Much interest will attach to the appointment of the assistant manager, as he will be' entrusted with the job of coaching the team. Names mentioned for this position include Mr V. G. Cavanagh, junior, of Dunedin, Mr A. McDonald, of 'Wellington, and formerly of Dunedin, who was a 1905 All Black, and Mr M. F. Nicholls, of Wellington. _____ _____