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NZ Truth, Issue 1178, 28 June 1928, Page 14

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_DAZZLE Old Boys Come Home "On The Bit" (From "N.Z. Truth's" Temuka Rep.) Last Saturday's games m the South Canterbury Rugby Union's competition saw some remarkably tast and keen contests. x 0 L? *OYS are at the top of the rrnrv, , a clear *™>-point lead, Temuka and C«Wo being runnera-up. Chief interest centred m the TemukaCeltic clash, played on the Temuka Domain. The greens rather unexpectedly repeated their first-round victory, per medium of a potted goal by Kane halfway through the second spell. He protected his half to some purpose, his spoiling tactics having a demoralizing effect on the opposing inside backs. Pearce and McAteer showed out prominently m the pack. Roper, at half-back, gave a polished exhibition, feeding his confreres m great style. The green full-back, Mason, was safe, and, although not often bustled, got through a deal of work like a tradesman. Like A Tradesman The home forwards were outclassed and played their poorest game to date. The number of would-be wingforwards robbed the scrum of a lot of weight. T. Manning, Pemberton and Orton were always workers, the former, especially, giving a brilliant exhibition of forward play m all departments. Temuka's only scojje was secured by Arnold, who, gaining possession from a scrummage near the line, bolted unexpectedly through the ruck, leaving the opposition bewildered. Stars Fade Out Old Boys romped home over Star, at Timaru, to the tune of 36 points.to 3. The half-time scores were 5—3 m favor ,of the blues,, but In the second session they oame to light with .some exhilarating football, putting on thirty-one points. Priestley, Neutze and the Lawson brothers were heartbreaking to Star. The whole back division combined, m some really brilliant movements towards the conclusion of the game. The Waihi-Zing-ari clash, also played at Timaru, ended m a surprise victory for the countrymen by six points to nil.