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Mon 4 May 1914 - The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1957)
Page 6 - FOOTBALL.
FOOTBALL.
INTERESTING MATCHES.
ST. KILDA SUCCESSFUL.
NOTES BY OBSERVER.
The football season was advanced another stage
on Saturday, when some very interesting matches
were played. The attendances at the various
matches show that the interest of last season is
being maintained, if not increased, and the level-
ling up of the teams points to a most interesting
winter's sport.
ST. KILDA V. CARLTON.
The report of this match, won by St. Kilda by
6 goals 12 behinds (48 points), to 4 goals 11 be-
hinds (35 points) will be found on page 8.
SOUTH'S SUPERIOR SYSTEM.
GEELONG'S DESPERATE FINISH.
A stubborn game, fought to a finish. Such was
the meeting between South Melbourne and Geelong.
Lacking in parts in that essential which makes
for brilliance, it was nevertheless a game which
kept the spectators interested. Geelong were grand
at times, but South were consistently good, and
kept their opponent always in check. Geelong
were slow to begin, and up to half-time were not
in the hunt. They finished well, and with a won-
derful recovery changed the aspect, and sent their
supporters crazy with delight at the prospect of
a victory snatched before the bell. But in their
eagerness they overreached themselves, for, crowd-
ing on the ball, they spoilt their chances, and
played into the hands of the enemy, who kept
formation, and with accurate passing held them safe.
Geelong's special train was delayed, and the match
was nearly 15 minutes late in starting.
The first half belonged to South, when were more
sure in passing and kicking than Geelong, who
seemed stiff and slow to assert themselves. South
bombarded with hot shots, and eventually Free-
man scored through the work of Caldwell. South's
forwards were unreliable at first, but afterwards
they settled down, and Kelly from a long place
shot got second goal. Geelong's contribution was
only 3 behinds for the quarter, for when they
worked the ball into a nice position South's backs
would take command, and spoil their efforts.
On the change over South still prevailed, and
Freeman scored quickly. Bower was conspicuous
in the centre, and Hair and Eastick following held
command in the ruck. Geelong were helpless on
the wings—Caldwell running away from Dalton,
and Prince giving Rankin very few opportunities
to do much. Kelly from a long place kick scored
South's fourth goal, and Freeman quickly fol-
lowed with another. Geelong rallied finely, and
A. Eason, Healey, Marsham, and Fairbairn took
command, Martini finishing the good work with
a goal. Martini with a long place kick got their
second and, playing together finely, had South
in difficulties, and helped themselves to get an-
other—kicked by Orchard—before the interval,
when the scores were:—South Melbourne, 5 goals
10 behinds; Geelong, 3 goals 5 behinds.
The scored half saw a wonderful recovery by
Geelong. In the third quarter they settled down,
and registered goal for goal. Gray, T. Brownless,
and Rankin moved forward, and Martini scored.
Mullally returned the compliment for South, and
then Geelong set out to do great deeds. Putting
on all speed play soon ranged over the field, and,
though clean football was rare, the vigour put
into the play by Geelong was exhilarating. Rade-
macher showed out strongly in a dash, and, pass-
ing to Kelly, the big forward scored from a long
way out. Geelong were not to be denied, however,
and Heinz, picking up smartly from a crowd in
front, snapped one for Geelong, and yet another
was got by W. Eason just before the bell. At the
close South were 8 goals 11 behinds to Geelong's
6 goals 7 behinds.
South were 16 points ahead at the final change,
but the way Geelong had shaped in the preceding
term it was not too substantial a majority. South
broke away at the commencement, and Charge hit
the post. Geelong swarmed to the attack, and
exchanges between Heinz, Rankin, T. Brownless,
and Healey gave Marsham a shot, which, however,
Deas stopped in goal. They came again, and
Healey's kick was turned in like manner. It was
stirring football, Geelong in their change trampling
down all opposition in their attempts to reach
the goal. Prince and Kelly were sent to assist
the backs, and did great work, the former looking
like a stripling alongside Geelong's tall forwards.
He was pushed and thrown and trampled on,
but he stuck to his work like a Trojan. Geelong
were making great efforts to get level, but they
threw caution to the winds, and it was their un-
doing. South were feeling the efforts of the long
siege, but they kept their places, which fact alone
saved them. It was heartbreaking work for Gee-
long's ruck and centre to force play forwards re-
peatedly, and see the havoc Deas, Bennett, Kelly,
A. Hiskens, and Prince were doing amongst their
forwards. But at last their persistency was re-
warded, and Orchard scored just before the bell,
the final scores being:
South Melbourne, 8 goals 14 behinds (62 points).
Geelong, 7 goals 9 behinds (51 points).
South played a uniformly good game, the best
being Charge, Kelly, Belcher, Caldwell, Freeman,
Prince, Bennett, and Bower, while Geelong's most
noticeable were W. Eason, A. Eason, T. Brownless,
Martini, Heinz, Orchard, Marsham, Grigg, and
McCarter.
FITZROY FINISH WELL.
RICHMOND'S NEW STAND
There was a large attendance at the Richmond
ground on Saturday, when the home team were
opposed to Fitzroy. Thomas (from South Mel-
bourne) and Bettles (Brighton Juniors) were in-
cluded in the Richmond team in place of Hall
and Herbert, the latter having a recurrence of the
trouble with his jaw that had kept him out of
the game for two years. Harrison, Strownix, and
Buisst were out of the Fitzroy team, and Jones
(a big follower from Lefroy, Tas.), Wells, and
Shaw were in.
Prior to the opening of the game the ceremony
of laying the foundation stone of the new grand
stand was performed. Mr. Cotter, M.L.A. (presi-
dent of the R.C.C.), after a speech in which he
gave a brief resume of the steady growth of the
club since its inception 60 years ago, declared
the stone "well and truly laid." The president
of the football club (Mr. Tudor, M.H.R.) con-
gratulated the cricket club on the result of their
enterprise.
The standard of play was much above the average
for an opening quarter, the ground play, long
kicking, and running being good, but the shoot-
ing for goal left room for improvement. Minor
points were scored at each end, and Ohlsen, who
was full back for Richmond, gave a fine exhibition
of kicking in, covering half the length of
the ground. Richmond were early in trouble,
for Love twisted the ligatures of his leg, and after
examination by Dr Rosenberg was unable to re-
sume. Thomas was already showing that he is a
decided acquisition to the yellow and black de-
fence lines, while Bettles was also making a
creditable first appearance. Richmond got first
goal, the result of a long snap by McKendry.
Martin put the maroons in a good position in a
scrimmage in front, where they had three unsuc-
cessful attempts to score until the ball was
rushed behind. Millen, showing plenty of pace on
the wing, was making opportunities for the for-
wards, but the defence was sound, and Fitzroy's
first goal was not secured until near the end of
the term, when, although against the wind, they
had scored 1-5 to 1-3.
After changing ends Richmond began the scor-
ing. Working round the wings, Mahoney and
Maybury scored points. The latter was roving
well and obtaining numerous free kicks. A splen-
did mark and long kick by Toohey brought a goal,
and from the bounce Heaney obtained possession,
and found the opening without an opponent touch-
ing the ball. Cooper, after colliding with Leth-
bridge, was temporarily disabled. Fitzroy were
beating Richmond in the ruck, where Jones was
making his presence felt. Fitzroy's forwards were
playing well together, but numerous shots went
astray. Parratt, from a free kick well out on the
wing, just cleared the distance, and raised fourth
goal to the maroons. At half-time Fitzroy held a
lead of 21 points.
During the interval Cooper was examined by
Dr. Parer, and was found to have broken a rib.
After being bandaged he resumed, and played for-
ward, and, judging by his play, was suffering
little inconvenience. He was the first to score on
resuming, kicking a goal with a fine running shot.
Fitzroy devoted their attention to holding Rich-
mond in check. Ohlsen, from an acute angle, got
second goal for his side. Heaney (who had changed positions with Cooper), Jones, Johnson, and Lenne were too strong for Richmond's attack, despite
the fact that Mahoney and Reeves were feeding
them. There was more fumbling than early in
the match, and play was more crowded. There
was nothing finer in the game at this stage than
the marking of Farrell. At the final chance Rich-
mond's deficit had increased to 23 points, while
Fitzroy had the advantage of the breeze for the
last term.
Little description is needed of the finish. Fitz-
roy, kicking down the centre, had Richmond in
constant trouble. Martin, who did not score a
goal himself, played a large part in helping the
others. Holden and Toohey each scored, and then,
marking Cooper's shot across goal, Freake got his
first and only goal of the day. Richmond livened
up, and one of the brightest bits of the day—
between James, Moffat, Farrell, Mahoney, and
Ricketts—was stopped between the posts by Leth-
bridge. Towards the finish Maybury received a
kick in the leg, and had to be assisted off the
ground, leaving Richmond to finish with 16 men.
The final scores were:—
Fitzroy, 9 goals 15 behinds (69 points).
Richmond, 3 goals 10 behinds (28 points).
Although Fitzroy had a large margin, it does
not, really indicate the merit of the respective
sides. Richmond were unfortunate in having only
17 men after the first ten minutes. Across the
centre line McLennan and Holden were a little
above Reeves and Morgan, but Millen played all
over McCashney. The forward division was again
Fitzroy's most telling factor but elsewhere then
opponents held their own. In addition to those
mentioned, Martin, Cooper, Heaney, Toohey, John-
son, Shaw, Norris, and Jones were the best of an
even side.
There was no better player for Richmond than
Thomas, his dashes from half-back saving his side
continually. James, who had more than his share
of ruck work, was consistent right through. The
new man Bettles was conspicuous in the early
stages. The best of the others were Mahoney,
Maybury, Ohlsen, Farrell, Thorpe, Reeves, and
McKendry.
ESSENDON'S EXPERIENCE.
DEFEATING A FAST SIDE.
The match between Essendon and the University
was one of the off games, but there was a fair at-
tendance of the followers on both sides, hoping that
their teams would encourage loyalty by promise of
excellence during the game. A good many
changes were made, and some of them to the ad-
vantage of Essendon at any rate. They gave two
of their old champions—Bowe (the half-back) and
P. Shea (their famous forward)—the chance of
picking up form before next Saturday. Gove, who
has been away riding winners in amateur races
at the famous Riverina picnic meeting, was also
playing, and a trial was given to young Hall, a
nephew of the old time champion, and now Essen-
don coach, Jack Worrall. It may be said at the
outset that the young fellow played a cool, skilful game, and showed much of that capacity for football which distinguished his uncle in the old Fitz-
roy days, when he, with Con Hickey and Tom
Banks, were giants at the game. Although both
sides had pace, and that was conspicuously the
feature of the University play, it was not an ar-
tistic game. Now and again there were really
brilliant patches, and the University fellows were
generally a little faster than their opponents; but
Essendon had still enough of the old leaven to
make their knowledge counterbalance speed, dash,
and youthful ardour. This, too, in spite of the
fact that Belcher and Hanley, who took a dis-
tinguished part in their great game at Geelong,
were not nearly up to their form of the opening
match. A good joke was played upon one of the
Essendon's new men during the day. Several con-
spirators on the side came to him one after an-
other and said. "You ought to be able to get
ahead of that man against you. He is as slow as
a funeral." The astonished Essendon man could
only gasp. "Why, he's Kelly!" It was quite a
long time before the victim dropped to the fact
that his leg was being pulled.
Essendon got a winning lead in the first quarter
with 4 goals 4 behinds to University's 1 behind.
Young Hall's coolness was noticeable, for he got
two goals, while Walker and Shea also scored.
The University played a better game than their
scores indicated. There was a great deal of dash
on both sides. The marking, kicking, and pace
were admirable, but throughout Essendon's system
rather overbalanced any advantage which the other
side held in speed. Once Essendon had gained the
lead they looked a winning side all through. In
the second quarter the students make a pretty good
recovery, for they got 4 goals to Essendon's 2, al-
though they were still in arrears in points, the
board showing 6-5 for Essendon, 4-3 for Univer-
sity.
Although the dash and pace of the University
was at times something exceptional, they always
failed a bit in organisation. They gave one the
impression, indeed, of a side which looked strong
fast, and capable but with a constantly recurring
weakness somewhere, though it was not easy to
put one's finger upon that "somewhere." The
best of the University men are as good as any in
the game, yet they were a losing side, with
both sides playing a fast, dashing game, and with
not the slightest sign of personal animosity any-
where. It was a serious mistake on Lane's part to
have insisted on the strictest observance of the
rules. They was no roughness to repress, conse-
quently his interference only checked a dashing
and interesting match. In this the University
were the chief sufferers, because they were con-
tinually disappointed just when it appeared likely
that they would forge to the front. At three-
quarter time Essendon had more than doubled their
opening score, with 10-13 to 5-3.
The last quarter was fairly even though
University never had a hope of overtaking their
opponents, and the final results were
Essendon, 12 goals 14 behinds (86 points)
University, 7 goals 8 behinds (50 points)
Before the season closes it will be found that
Essendon have a side capable of testing any other
in the competition. Amongst the new men
Walker, who played a game or two last season,
opened the match in very good form forward by
getting the first point and their opening goal. As
a player he seems to have improved wonderfully.
Little Gove, on the wing, was really first rate, and
it is a gain to have him in the team again, while
of Hall's play I have already spoken. There is
no fuss about him but he is cool and quick, and
those are two good qualifications for a start. Bert
Armstrong, who played forwards for them a couple
of years ago, but who was kept out of the game
first by an ailment of the knee and afterwards by
rheumatism, has sufficiently recovered to return.
They played him back, and, although it was his
first try for a long time, he did well. Dinsmore
was a clever forward, and Laing at times played
beautiful football, both as defender and rover.
White was absent through illness, and amongst
the older division Ogden and Baring were in splen-
did form.
For the University Carl Willis played a dash-
ing game in the centre, where he was altogether
too good for Neate, another of Essendon's new
division. Doubleday was another who shone
amongst the forward ranks, where his dash was
always conspicuous. West was distinguished in
very much the same way. Marks, a big fellow,
formerly of the Grammar School, was a valuable
help to them. In the tried division Brake played
hard and thoroughly, the kicking in of Woods
was one of the finest features of the match; Kelly
and Martin also did remarkably well, but Park,
though as cool as usual was scarcely so prominent
as usual forward. He got three goals, however,
while Heron contributed two. On the Essendon
side two goals each were scored by Shea, Hall,
Rahilly, and Baring. The one thing apparent to
everybody was that both sides were thoroughly
tired at the finish.
FAST, FAIR FOOTBALL.
MELBOURNE'S IMPROVEMENT
There was only a moderate attendance at the
Melbourne ground to see the match between Col-
lingwood and Melbourne. The spectators were re-
warded with a fine exposition of fast, free, open
football. If the circumstances had been different
and the game close there might have been some-
thing more than strenuous play, as the umpire al-
lowed many things to pass. However, it can be
said at the outset that the players never for an
instant took advantage of the opportunity, and the
consequence was the breezy play without any de-
sire for roughness. Collingwood generally showed
more finished football, especially on the back lines
and right forward where Lee was in his very best
form, which means a very great deal to Collingwood.
Melbourne improved immensely on their first game,
and when some of the crudeness passes off they
should do much better. They have a strong centre
line, and several hard working ruck men, but they
are not quite at home in the crushes. In the open
they did well, especially on the wings, between
half-back and half-forward.
Both clubs made changes to their team. Colling-
wood have found two very fine players in Hislop
(Swan Hill) and Dobrigh (Trafalgar), who should
be of value to the side. Melbourne had Allen play-
ing again, and Gray (Leopold) and Parsons are
strong, useful players who made very satisfactory
first appearances.
Melbourne lost no time in the attack, and before
Collingwood found their legs Gordon had marked to
Allen, and the first goal registered. At the beginning
the game was somewhat congested, but when it was
seen that the umpire was not taking too strict a
view it opened out considerably and there were
many fine dashes and exchanges by players on
either side. There were not many opportunities in
the first term, during which Trahair, for Mel-
bourne, showed good roving ability, and the sturdy
back play of Anderson and Mutch was a noticeable
feature. At quarter time the scores were—Col-
lingwood, 2 goals 1 behinds (13 points), Melbourne,
1 goal 3 behinds (9 points)
The second quarter was splendidly contested, and
for the first 15 minutes neither side gained any
material advantage. Melbourne kept play in the
open, where they generally more than held their
own. They seemed to tire a little in the last ten
minutes, and Collingwood made the most of it by
scoring three goals, Lee being responsible for two
of them. Melbourne did better than the two points
which they added would indicate. At half-time
Collingwood led by 25 points, the scores being—
Collingwood, 5 goals 4 behinds (34 points), Mel-
bourne, 1 goals 3 behinds (9 points).
The second half was much better than the earlier
stages, and there was much enthusiasm among the
spectators. Many old followers of the game stated
stated they had not witnessed such a fair game for
many years. Melbourne continued to pass the ball
along the wings with great accuracy, McKenzie
especially doing fine work. On the Collingwood
side the fine marking and kicking of Jackson to
Lee in front of goal evoked much applause when
these two players in combination were the means
of adding two goals. Incigneri, who had moved
forward to help Melbourne with his kicking, got a
grand goal, Melbourne's second. Melbourne more
than held their own, and gained seven points during
the quarter. This left Collingwood with a 21 points
advantage, the totals being Collingwood, 7 goals
9 behinds (51 points) Melbourne, 4 goals 6 behinds
(30 points).
The last quarter was evenly contested, and right
up to the finish the play was full of go, with plenty
of dash and running with the ball. Collingwood
were generally holding their advantage, and the
scoring chances were few. Lee brought off an-
other fine mark, and got his fifth goal. At this
stage Hughes was a prominent man in the ruck for
Collingwood. A fine effort by Fairbairn produced
Melbourne's sixth goal, and just as the bell
sounded Minogue got another for Collingwood. Mel-
bourne played better than the result indicates, and
all through they had Collingwood at their top.
The final result was:
Collingwood, 9 goals 13 behinds (67 points)
Melbourne 6 goals 7 behinds (43 points)
Of the players on the winning side nothing was
finer than the high marking and kicking of Lee.
Jackson was always good on the wing. Rush,
who roved on the forward lines, was generally no-
ticeable, his dash being splendid. Minogue and
Hughes in the ruck, Mutch and Anderson among
the backs, and, as already mentioned, Hislop on
the half-forward line, and Dobrigh roving and for-
ward, were splendid players.
Melbourne had a strong centre line in McKenzie,
Lilley, and Parsons, all of whom played well, with
McKenzie predictably the best player on the side.
Trahair when roving was a hard worker. Allen in
the ruck was most consistent, and a strong man.
Gray in goal and Walker half-back took many
fine marks, and were conspicuous players, and of
the others Gordon, Evans, and Incigneri deserve
mention. The umpire, Elliott, was lenient, and
did not free kick or stop the game unnecessarily,
but on some occasions play was stopped for a
moment while players realised that a free kick
had not been awarded, as is generally the case with
other umpires.
LEAGUE POSITIONS.
Club.
South Melbourne
St. Kilda
Fitzroy
Essendon
Collingwood
Carlton
Geelong
University
Melbourne
Richmond
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