Football.
Eltham -I. v. Opunake I.
OpunaKe travelled to Eltham and played the local representatives. Opunako were without the services of J. Forsyth and Malcolm, they having received hurts in previous matches, the places having been filled by B. Forsyth and Matheson. Soon after play commenced Matheson got bis shoulder dislocated and had to retire from the field. The Opunake back division did not play up to form. The forwards more than held their own in pack and line work, but the smart following-up of the Eltham forwards prevented many returns, whilst any mulling was an advantage to Eltham. The game ended in a draw, both sides registering a try each. Guy scored right between the posts but could not add the winning score. Moir scored for Eltham. Mr O’Dea refereed. Opunake II v. Eltham 11.
This match was played on the rec reation ground and resulted in a win for the visitors by 7 points to nil (a try and a goal from the field. To say the least, Eltham had the best of the luck in winning. Eltham were sel dom on the attack, frequently on the defensive. The visitors had fewer opportunities to score than their op ponents, but made all use of the advantages left open to them. The home team did make big efforts to get over the line but Eltham were sound in defence. The game was fast .and every part of the field had work to do. Campbell scored the try and potted a goal for the winners. Mr A. Good had charge of the whistle.
Other Matches.
