ANNUAL MAGAZINE

OF THE

WYNBERG BOYS' HIGH

AND JUNIOR SCHOOLS

DECEMBER, 1976

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LEXLINES PRESS97 CECIL ROAD

SALT RIVER

SENIOR SCHOOL STAFF

PRINCIPAL

MR. N.R. BLACKBEARD, BA

DEPUTY PRINCIPAL

MR. W. LENNOX, B.Sc. (Hons.) Mathematics

VICE-PRINCIPAL

MR. R.P. CONNELLAN. B.Sc., B.Ed Science

SENIOR ASSISTANTS

MR. J.M. BLOM, B.A AfrikaansMR. P.R. BREETZKE, B.A., B.Ed MathematicsMR. A.J. FOURIE, H.P.T.C AfrikaansMR. J.G. LOUW, H.P.T.D., H.P.T.C Woodwork, MetalworkMR. J.L. MATHEW, B.Sc., B.Ed ScienceMR. D. MEYER, N.C.T.D CommerceMR. A.JA MORRIS, BA Geography, EnglishMR. V.J. PARKINS, BA English

SECONDARY ASSISTANTS

MR. J.W. BAXTER, BA (Hons.) History, LatinMR. B. BESTER, H.P.T.C WoodworkMR. E.J. BLiGNAUT, B.Sc. (Hons.) Science, MathematicsMR. P.J. CORBITI, B.Soc. Sc Teacher-PsychologistMR. N.R. CRAWFORD, P.T.D., H.P.P.E Physical Education, MathematicsMR. C.J. CROUS, BA AfrikaansMrs. E. DU TOIT, H.P.T.D LibrarianMR. L. EACHUS, N.C.T.D CommerceMR. E.B. GREENWOOD. B.Sc ScienceMR. M. HARRIS, B.A EnglishMR. B.D.INGPEN, BA (Hons.) GeographyMR. M.C. KNIGHT, B.F.A ArtMR. R.H. MARINUS, B.Com., N.H.E.D Accounting, MathematicsMR. T.N. NELSON, P.T.D., H.P.P.E Physical Education, GeographyMR. K. RICHARDSON, BA Latin, HistoryMR. F. VAN VUUREN, P.T.D., T.D Afrikaans, MathematicsMR. C.PA VERWYMEREN, U.P.L.M MusicMR. J.G. WEIL, B.Sc. (Hons.) Geography

Secretary: MRS. P. SUTCLIFFE

Assistant Secretary: MRS. G.M. JOUBERT

Grounds Supervisor: MR. J. PAYNE

Caretaker: MR. A.C. BROCKER

SCHOOL COMMITTEE

MESSRS S. JONES (Chairman), R. FELBERT, R.M. FRIEDLANDER, J.H.F. CAWOOD,N. RILEY, H. CAWOOD, H.E. FAY.

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EDITORIAL

We live in an era that has been termed "the age of the common man". Others have, lesskindly, dubbed it "the age of mediocrity". The true assessment of our time probably liessomewhere between those two polarised view-points.

Elitism, especially overseas, has tended to become a dirty word, spurned by the pseudo-intelligentsia and denigrated by the average man and woman, carrying within itself thestigma of political and social self-seeking. Taken in its narrowest sense of unearned socialprivilege, the term deserves censure but, as the pursuit of excellence, the determination inany activity to achieve the highest level of which one is capable, the connotation is whollyadmirable.

It is easy to be second-rate; apathy has become almost fashionable. Pride, as opposed toconceit, in achievement seems no longer to be a virtue.

Only a few are blessed with outstanding ability in either the classroom, on the campusor on the sportsfield. In this age of specialisation still fewer can be correctly termed all-rounders. But it is important for the individual to develop his or her talents to the fullestextent both at school and later in everyday life.

Life, in all its phases, is highly competitive, and it is fantasy to think otherwise. Thisdoes not mean that frantic endeavour should govern all our actions, reducing life itself to aninterminable rat-race. The pursuit of excellence is perhaps limited to the few who will intime distinguish themselves in their respective professions, but the no less admirablealternative, which is within the scope of everyone, is to do one's best to the limit of one'sability.

At school each individual should engage in at least one activity outside the confines ofthe class-room and the sportsfield. Many and varied interests make the routine of daily lifeless mundane; they add to the purpose and joy of living.

So choose at least one outside activity but preferably more. Try to reach as high astandard as you can, and perhaps stretch out still further. The more you become absorbed inan activity the more meaningful it will become to you. The essence of living is to think andparticipate, to live not merely exist.

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SENIOR SCHOOL NOTES

This year there have been singularly few staff changes. At the end of the secondterm, we said farewell to.Mrs E. du Toit, whose place has been temporarily filled by ourold friend and colleague, Mr G. Watkins who we hope, as he is postponing his returnto his native Wales, will once again be a regular member of our teaching staff. Whilewelcoming back Mr M. Knight, who has been absent on military service, we will missMiss C. Andrews, who deputised most efficiently for him in the Art Department. We aregrateful to Mrs Loon for standing in as teacher·psychologist during Mr Corbitt'absence. We have been fortunate in having these ladies as our colleagues; apart fromtheir invaluable work, they have added a warmth, colour and charm to the otherwi esomewhat bleak precincts of the male, chauvinist staff·room. After a sojourn of fouryears at Wynberg, Mr L. Eachus will be leaving u in eptember to take up a career incommerce. We regret his going, but wish him all success in his new venture.

We welcome Mr N. Crawford and Mr T. Nelson who have already energeticallyrevitalised the P.T. Department, and Mr P. Corbitt who has made his presence felt asteacher.psychologist. Mr V. Parkins took his well·deserved long leave during the secondand third terms, his place being filled by Mr Tasker. Mr M. Harris and Mr T. Nelsonhave settled for marital status, and our good wishes will accompany them through thevistas of many happy years.

Mr Crawford has imaginatively instituted a weekly "Keep Fit Class" for schoolparents; its aim could be summed up in Hamlet's words - "Oh, that this too, too solidflesh should melt!"

CongratulatIons to Mr K. Richardson, O. Rogers and M. Lewis on the founding ofthe Ten Club; its express purpose is to stimulate discussion on varying subjects,political, social and economic which, it is hoped, will enhance the knowledge of itsmembers.

As far as the new school buildings are concerned, we are even more hopeful as theAdministrator has assured us that tenders will be called for before the end of this year, andthat building should start early in 1977.

MR BLACKBEARDIn early August Mr 81ackbeard suffered a heart attack. Fortunately it was not severe,

but a period ofrest and recuperation was advised. We all wish him a speedy recovery, andthe School looks forward to his return. During his absence Mr W. Lennox has mostcapably discharged his additional duties.

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STAFF 1976Back Row P Corbilt, LEachus. R Marlnus. J Blom. C Crous. N Crawford. J Louw. M. Hams,

P Breetzke. B Greenwood. B IngpenStanding J Baxter. J Weil. E Bllgnaut. F van Vuuren V Parkins. C Vale. T Nelson. J Fourie.

K Richardson. C VerwymerenSeated J Mathew. Mrs R Loon, W Lennox (Deputy Headmaster) Mrs V Sutcllffe, N R Blackbeard

(Headmaster). Mrs B Joubert. R Connellan (Vice-Headmaster). Mrs E Du TOit. A MOrris

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SCHOOL PREFECTS 1976Back Row C Hyland. M LewIs. G DavIs. M Punt.Standing M Cawood. M Spolander, A. Cross, A Askew. G Mathew, C HewardSeated G Sutcllffe, Mr W. Lennox (Deputy Headmaster), D Fine (Head Prefect). Mr N.R Blackbeard

(Headmaster). M Gibbons (Vice-Head Prefect). Mr R Connellan (Vice-Headmaster),A Marcheslnl

A FINE CONTRIBUTIONSeldom can a single family boast of providing a school with three Head Prefects during a periodof less than forty years At Wynberg this trinity has come from the Fme clan, Azrlel (Issy) (1940) andhis two sons. Nicholas (1971) and Defflck (1976) Over the years the School has gained much fromthese three whose Integrity. school Spirit and keenness have left a lasIIng ImpressIOn on all theircontemporaries And now we wait for the third and fourth generation.

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W.P. REPRESENTATIVES 1976

W.P. REPRESENTATIVES 1976

Back Row: A Cape (Swimming), DJ. Louwrens (Judo), T Schnkker (Badminton), I Melhar (Swim-ming), A. Wallander (Squash), M van Rensburg (Badminton), C MOrris (Water Polo),A. Daniel (Squash), S Bun (Surfing)

Middle Row· G. Alexander (Judo), A Blencowe (Chess), G van Rooyen (Surfing), P Roseveare(Swimming), J. Bos (Hose-ndlng), N Schluter (Hockey), C. Buchanan (Swimming), B Hempel(Badminton), F Lymn (Judo)

Seated G DavIs (Judo), M Vulhamy (Sailing), A Askew (Rugby), C Olivier (Judo), Mr W Lennox(Vice-Head), C Hyland (Hockey), T Yach (Water Polo, SWimming), G Sutchfle (Hockey),G. DavIs (Sailing)

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MATRICULATION CLASS 1976Back Aow P DavIs, S van Aensburg, M Beaumont, P Murle, P GiIpIn, E. Nelson, K. op den Velde,

E TInkier, G Pullen, A MOrris, G. DavIs, M Burger, L. Setterfield, A Coltham, T Woldendorp.5th Aow J. Hadwen, A WinkS, T Yach, B Phlpson. G Bell, C. Altchle. A. Evans, G. De Beer,

M Sauders. 0 Aogers. I King, K. van Zyl, G. Mangnall, M Talbot, M Pharo.4th Aow D Phyfer, A Blng, K. Munnik, A Searle, D. Ford. G. Lelh, D Blencowe, I.DavIs. D Vann,

L Marcus, G Dean. I PIetersen, L. OosthUizen, S Dalton, K. Miller, W. Frewen3rd Aow K Keet. N Katzen, A Attwood. A. Paver, N Carpenter, B. Knight, G. Sulton. P. Banchlevy,

T Purchase, D Watling, A. Murray, S Phyfer, A. Gess. P Groves. A van Meegen. D Louwrens,M Vulllamy, A Goldblatt

2nd Aow C OliVier. G De Jong, A De Villiers, S Schneider, C.Williams. SAsher, A. Sher, G. vanAooyen, M Begley, F Veltkamp, E Caplen, A. Audolphe. A Montgomery, B Butler, M Bendlx,MMoser. B. Snowball, J Duncan. N Ford

Front Aow A Askew, M Spolander. G SutcllHe, A Marcheslnl, G DavIs. A. Cross, Mr B. Green-wood. M. Gibbons, Mr L. Eachus, D Fine. Mr N A Blackbeard, C. Heward, Mr A MOrriS,M Cawood, Mr J Foune. G Mathew, C Hyland, M Punt. M. LewIs

Absent D Sewltz, B Klopper, L Fletcher, P. King. B King, G McCarthy, A. Symmonds

MATRIC DANCEThe theme of our matric dance was" Asterix" and work on the hall began early to

avoid the "night-before" rush! The hall was decorated with many posters of cartoonfigures with suitably altered captions. The Dance Committee led by Derrick Fine did asuperb job, and certainly received ample help form a host of other Matrics andStandard IX's. A big thanks to all those who assisted in any way.

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On the 18th September everybody arrived at the Schoollooking unusually neat andwell-dressed. A feature of the 1976dance must surely have been the multitude of lovelygirls present!

The dance was preceded by a dinner in the Hostel before which we all introducedour partners to Mr and Mrs Lennox. Before we tucked in, Derrick Fine, Head boy,thanked and presented flowers to Mrs Blackbeard and chocolates to Sister De Klerkand Matron. I am sure every matric student extends his warmest thanks andappreciation to them as well as all the mothers who made the dinner the great successit was.

After a lavish meal we moved across to the Hall, entering through an avenue oftrees, which represented the forest around Asterix's village. Soon any inhibitions thatanyone might have had were lost as we began to move to the solid beat of Last Dawn.The band is a vital feature at any dance and the success of our dance can be attributedlargely to the performance of Last Dawn. All to whom I spoke afterwards agreed thatthe evening had been a great success, and a fitting climax to our Matric Year.

Our thanks also go to Mr and Mrs Gilpin for the use of their property for the after-party.

Once again a big thanks to all.

O. Rogers.

FOUNDERS' DAYThe gods were kind to us on Founders' Day. Torrential rain the night before

augured badly for an outside ceremony but, on that afternoon, the rain held off justlong enough for everything to be completed to perfection.

The Assembly stood as the Guards, escorting the Colour, approached the Memorialprecincts. The singing of the National Anthem was followed by the hymn, "Oh, God,our help in ages past", and Mark Gibbons, Vice Head Prefect, then read the Lesson.Prayers for the School, for the Old Boys who had laid down their lives in the two WorldWars and for our Country were led by Mr W. Lennox, the Acting-Headmaster.

Preceded by the reading of the inscription on the Memorials by the Head Prefect,Derrick Fine, the General Salute, the Last Post Reveille were sounded.

Mr P.H. Tebbutt, in his address defined and enlarged on the theme that the successof a ~ommunity is dependent on the co-operation and happiness of the individuals thatcomprise it. South Africa has a tradition of rugged individualism as evinced by theTrekkers and the 1820Settlers, and this precious heritage must not be lost, especially inthese times of organised and semi-communalised life. This freedom and independenceof thought must continue in an uncompromising defence of the rights of the individual,in our languages, our architecture and our art forms. During the past decade theinterests of the individual must continue to serve the community to the best of his orher ability but, in turn, the community must cater for all sections and classes, not justfor the privileged and fortunate few. All must share equallyand fully in what thecommunity has to offer in dignity and the enjoyment of happiness, irrespective of race,creed or colour.

After the address, the Changing of the Guard was followed by the laying of thewreaths at the foot of the Memorial while the assembly sang "Abide with me". Thencame the March Past and the Salute to the Memorial.

The Cadet Band gave a crisp and polished performance before the guests wentacross to Littiewood House for tea. Rugby and Hockey matches agains the Old Boys,played in an open, care-free and festival spirit, took place later in the afternoon.

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PRIZE-G IVIN GThe guest speaker at last year's Prize-Giving was Mr. T. Higgs, our Circuit

Inspector. Addressing his remarks chiefly to the school-leavers, Mr. Higgs warnedthem that they would be faced with three important decisions. The first of theseconcerned their careers. Despite the fact that to-day's society is materialistic and judgesus not by what we are but by our material success, he urged the boys to considerteaching as a profession and so perform a service to society.

The second important decision they would have to make was a choice of wife.Essentially they would marry a mind and must make quite certain that it was the kindof mind they could live with. An unwise choice in marriage is fatal to happiness. Andthe third and final and most important decision they had to make was to accept Godand live accorrung to his laws. Without this last decision all others were doomed tofailure.

After the address Mrs. Higgs presented the prizes.V.P.

STD.6:Standard Prize, Class Prize, Science Prize: G. Durrans 6AClass Prize: H. Ramsden, 6B.Class Prize, English Prize: C. Merrington, 6CMerit Prize, Mathematics Prize: S. Geldenhuys, 6A.Merit Prize: I. Barnett, 6A.Afrikaans Prize: G. Sutter, 6B.History/Geography Prize: A. Lloyd, 6B.Commerce Prize: M. Morris, 6B.Latin Prize: G. Andrew, 6A.Art Prize: I. Read, 6C.

STD.7:Standard Prize, Class Prize, Afrikaans Prize, Accountancy Prize: S. Bester, 7A.Class Prize, History/Geography Prize: A. Daniel, 7B.Class Prize: A. Marx, 7C.Merit Prize, Science Prize, Mathematics Prize: D. Thatcher, 7A.Merit Prize, Latin Prize: J. Thome, 7A.Merit Prizes: J. Sachs, D. Wilson, M. Larsen, 7A.

STD. :Standard Prize, Class Prize, Science Prize, Mathematics Prize, Special Maths. &

Science Prize sponsored by Anglo-American Foundation: M. Roux, BA.Class Prize, Afrikaans Prize, Geography Prize, Accountancy Prize: S. Armstrong, BC.Merit Prize, Davidowitz Prize for English, History Prize (shared), Latin Prize

G. Brown, A.Merit Prize, Biology Prize, History Prize (shared): A. Appelbaum, BA.Merit Prizes: A. Brown,G. Cape, N. Hinrichsen, T. Broomfield, T. Knight,

J.P. Geyer, A; E. Yudelman, BC.

STD.9:tandard Prize, Class Prize, English Prize, Afrikaans Prize, History Prize, Latin

Prize: D. Fine, 9A.Class Prize: P. Groves, 9C.Merit Prize, Mathematics Prize: O. Rogers, 9A.Biology Prize: K. Keet, 9A.Geography Prize: D. Louwrens, 9A.Accountancy Prize: S. Schneider, 9C.Merit Prizes: A. Murray, L. etterfield, 9A.

STD. 10:Standard Prize, Class Prize, English Prize, Biology Prize, D.F. Marais Prize for

Afrikaans, Maskew Miller Prize for History: B. Baitz, lOA.Class Prize, W.E. Bowden Mathematics Prize, F.G. Thorpe Science Prize: D.

Hawla, lOB.Class Prize: P. Blackbeard, IOC.Class Prize: F. Capito, 10D.Merit Prize, Commerce Prize: G. Clayden, lOB.Merit Prize: A. Ford, lOA.Friedlander Memorial Award for Diligence and Service to the School: Shared by

O. Johnstone lOA and P. Mathew lOD.Templeton Music Prize: L. Goldstein lOA.Bevan Prize for English Reading: 1st - B. Baitz, lOA; 2nd - T. Yach, 9D.Old Boys' Mathematics Prize (shared): E. Yudelman BC and A. Brown BA.Caxton Prize for outstanding effort: R. Meile, lOA.The School's Club and Societies Award for the Pupil who has done the most for

School Clubs and Societies (Heath Club): A. Maritz IOC.Honours Award - Pupil or Pupils who have brought recognition to the School:

T. Brummer and D. HawlaThe Abelsohn Cup for the pupil who has done most for the School during 1975:

K. Perry, IOD.Edward Wise Bursaries (Two best Std. Eight Pupils): M. Roux BA (1st) and

G. Brown BA (2nd).David Levitt Memorial Award for the Standard Eight Pupil who has done most

for the School: L. Mann.Sportsman of the year award - The Casper Cup: S. Howell lOB; M. Preyser IOC.Old Boys' Bursary: B. Baitz, lOA.Friedlander Shield: De Waal.

V.P.OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTS

The Cadet Band won the Cadet Band Competition for the fifteenth time out oftwenty-three.

T. Schrikker was chosen for the Western Province Schools' Badminton Team.A. Askew was selected as prop for the Western Province Craven Week Team.T. Yach was chosen as Captain of the Western Province Schools' Swimming

Team. A. Cape, as a member of that team, broke a number of South African records(details in Swimming Report). P. Roseveare and C. Buchanan also gained places inthe Western Province Schools' Team.

C. Morris and T. Yach were selected for the Under 19 Western Province WaterPolo Team.

H. Ramsden gained 3rd place in the "tricks event" in the EuropeanChampionships held at Vilwoorde in Belgium, simultaneously breaking the SouthAfrican record with 3950 points. In the Overall Points Tally he came 5th out of 31competitors.

J. Bos won the Leyland Junior Western Province Horse Trials at Kenilworth on"Mr Nico", and was selected to represent Western Province at the South AfricanChampionships at Johannesburg.

M. Vulliamy was chosen to represent the Republic of South Africa in the WorldYouth Sailing Championships at Toronto, Canada. He finished 6th overall out of 26competing nations.

S. Bongers was one of the five chosen to represent the Republic of South Africaduring June, in Turkey, for the International Optimist Championships. Unfortunately,for political reasons, South Africa was not permitted to take part.

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G. van Rooyen and S. Burt participated in the South African Surfing Champion·ships, and received their Western Province Colours.

A. Blencowe arranged the Western Province Open Schools' Chess Championshipsthis year, and went on to win the Competition with 61/2 out of a possible 7 points.

S. Roberts came within the first ten in the annual Western Province CadetCommand Shooting Competition, scoring 386 out of a possible 400 points.

C. Hyland, G. Sutcliffe and N. Schluter were chosen for the Western ProvinceSchools' Hockey" A" Team, while K. Miller was selected as goalkeeper for the "B" side.

C. Hyland became the first Wynberg boy to be selected for the South AfricanSchools' "A" Team, and played in three Tests, two against Rhodesia and one againstthe Dragons, a touring English touring side.

Mr N. Crawford, running for Celtic Harriers, took part in the Standard Marathon(Green Point Stadium to Simonstown) gaining 10th position out of 180 entrants in theexcellent time of 2 hours 46 mins. ubsequently, in the Two Oceans Marathon, he wasplaced 20th (silver medal) out of 364 runners.

L. Mann is to be congratulated and thanked for his valuable services in fetching,installing and organising the entire lighting system for the production of Richard Ill.

N. Hinrichsen was elected Town Clerk in the Junior Town Council.

The Judo Lightweight Team won the hield for the 8th time. G. Davis, C.Olivier, G. Alexander, F. Lymn and D. Louwrens represented Western Province.

A. Murray and D. Fine won the English and Afrikaans Literary Magazine prizesrespectively.

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HOUSE REPORTSWELLINGTON HOUSE

House Master: Mr. B.D. IngpenHouse Captain: Keith MillerVice-Captain: Mark GibbonsCommittee: Miles Spolonder, David Louwrens, Clive Olivier

Wellington has enjoyed another successful year and has once again proved that itis one of the best houses in the school. Our thanks go to our Masters for the help theyrendered throughout the year.

ATHLETICS: Wellington did extremely well, and after many years of struggling,we managed through great determination and spirit to win the Sportsday. Lindup andErasmus did well for us in their respective events.

WIMMING: Wellington kept up its great work at the Gala but unfortunately,through lack of spirit among the seniors, we only managed third place. PatrickRoseveare, Ian Melliar and Don Du Toit swam very well for the house and ourcongratulations go to these three boys for making the Western Province Schools' team.

HOCKEY: Julian Hadwin and Keith Miller were members of the first team. Millermade the Western Province B Schools' Team. The inter-house hockey matches have notbeen completed at the time of this report but we wish our team luck.

JUDO: David Louwrens and "Mouse" Olivier were members of the Judo team.Congratulations to "Mouse" for making Western Province Schools' team.

RUGBY: Bobby Symmonds and Mark Gibbons were the members of the 1st XV.Mark unfortunately suffered an injury early in the season and this stopped his rugbyfor a long time. We are looking forward to a very enjoyable inter-house competition.

CRICKET: Keith Miller, Julian Hadwin and Michael van Rensburg were membersof the 1st XI. Our senior house team came second in the inter-house games, but we arepleased with the spirit engendered by these games.

HOU E PLA Y: We are indebted to Mr. Marinus for his hard work in producing thisyear's play, "The Sniper" by Uys Krige. Our actors did well and worked splendidly.

PREFECTS: Mark Gibbons (Vice-Head) and Miles Spolander were the only prefects .in the house.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank Mr.Ingpen for all he has done for thehouse this year and also to all the house members for providing a great spirit and for theirnever-failing support. uch spirit was evident particularly on ports' Day and in thehouse acti vi ties in general.

K. Miller

VAN RIEBEECK HOUSEMasters-in-charge: Messrs. Blom, Meyer, KniKht, Eachus, Breetzke and Crous.House Captain: G. MathewHouse Committee: K. Keet, P. Murie, M. Hughes, G. Davis

Van Riebeeck continues on its winning way. As will be seen from the reports whichfollow, our house was not only well represented in all departments, but also put upexcellent performances in almost every case. We feel that this is largely as a result ofthe enthusiastic spirit which has prevailed throughout the year.

RUGBY: Besides being joint winners with de Waal of the house competition, ourmembers were well represented in the first team: G. Mathew (vice-captain), K. Keet, G.Davis, K. Lloyd, D. Ford, D. Fine, P. Murie.

CRICKET: Here too, we were represented. Garth Sutherland being the vanRiebeeck run-scorer in the First Xl.

ATHLETIC : This is traditionallyour strong department and this year was noexception. Towards the end of the day competitors from other houses complained that it

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seemed as though the only way to win was to wear a green vest! But the combinedefforts of Messrs Blom, Breetzke and Meyer at the points recording table were not equalto the task and Wellington pipped us by one point! An outstanding performance wasturned in by Trevor Grey. Blues were awarded to Grey, Keet and Mathew.

SWIMMING & WATER-POLO: The first water-polo team went from success tosuccess - thanks to the help of our two strong swimming goal-scorers, A. Sher and D.Ford. The under 15 team was aided by D. Yule and C. Buchanan. Our swimming teamof A. Sher, D. Ford, and C. Buchanan kept our house to the fore in the gala. C.Buchanan was chosen to swim for W.P. Schools, and together with A. Sher wasawarded Blues for swimming. A. Sher and D. Ford also received colours for water-polo.

TENNI : The fust tennis team boasted of no less than three van Riebeeck players!Half the team! This of course contributed in no small way to the manner in which theteam finished third in the Super league at the end of the season. D. Fine, D. Ford andK. Ford were the players - D. Fine and K. Ford received colours.

BADMINTON: We enjoy our Badminton tremendously, and after all that is thepoint of it all, is it not?

JUDO: The Davis family represented van Riebeeck in this department and we allknow of the tremendous performance they put up. Grant Davis was chosen to representWestern Province.

OCIETIES: Exhibiting a fine sense of balance in our house activities led to D.Fine, A. her and N. Ford winning the inter-house debate. D. Fine contributed dignity,common sense and wit to the office of chairman of the Debating Society, and a greatmany most enjoyable everungs were arranged for the school under his leadership.

PREFECTS: van Riebeeck once again not only produced the head-boy of the School- D. Fine - but also two of his band of prefects, G. Davis and G. Mathew.

G. Mathew

DE WAAL HOUSE

House Master: M. M. Harristaff Committee: Mr. J. Mathew, Mr. C. Vale, Mr. T. Nelson, Mrs. V. Sutcliffe

House Captain: A. MurrayVice-captain: G. SutcliffeCommittee: K. Munnik, N. Schluter, M. Punt, D. Phyfer, A. Marchesini

RUGBY: De Waal was represented by M. Punt, S. Phyfer, A. Marchesini and B.Sandwirth in the 1st XV, and on tour.

HOCKEY: De Waal will enter the house competition with a strong team asPatenden, G. Bell, G. uttcliffe and N. Schluter are all members of the 1st team. Thelatter two played for Western Province in Potchefstroom.

CRICKET: De Waal won the U-19 house competition after some tense and excitingfinishes. The U-15 team conceded only one match. K. Munnik, T. Marchesini, P.Hanmer, G. Cawood were 1st XI representatives.

ATHLETIC: De Waal lid weil in the U-15 and U-16 livisions with J. Sachs, J.Edgar and G. Cawood in the school's athletics team.

WIMMING: C. Morris and B. Clews represented De Waal in both the Swimmingand Water Polo teams. C. Morris captained the latter.

TENNI : A. Murray captained the 1st tennis team and R. Murray was a regular1st team member.

QUA H: De Waal took 3rd place in the inter-house competition. C. Moch was theonly 1 t team repre entative.

PREFECT : M. Lewis, M. Punt, A. Marchesini and G. Sutcliffe are prefects thisyear. utcliffe is also the drum-major of the cadet band.

A. Murray

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RHODES HOUSEHouse Master: Mr. J. Fourie, Mr. A. Morris, Mr. F. van Vuuren, Mr. J. Louw,

Mr. E. Blignaut, Mrs. E. du ToitHouse Captain: C. HylandVice·captain: J. PietersenCommittee: M. Burger, A. Small, B. King, D. Organ, S. Schneider

This year was a successful year for Rhodes. Although we did not have strongmiddle age-groups, the entire house made an effort and we made up for this. Mr. Fouriewas once again the driving force behind our success and must be thanked for all he didfor Rhodes this year.

Rhodes were represented in the first rugby team by Ivan Pietersen, Andre vanMegan and Alistair Walker. Gary Forbes and Chris Hyland played for the first cricketteam. Anthony Wallander was our sole representative in the first squash team. ChrisHyland and Gary Cape represented the first hockey team and Raymond Goldblattplayed for the first tennis team. In the gala Rhodes came second due to the efforts ofthe whole house. Most boys earned points in the eliminations. Alan and Gary Cape,Brynn King, Steven Searle, David Dendy-Young, Rob Hooke and John Zimmerman allswam well. Alan Cape represented We tern Province this year. In the inter-houseathletics Rhodes came third. The junior school relay teams really helped us here,winning all but one race. A. Cillie, B. Trevaskis, D. Dendy-Young, G. Rase and S.Mundell all acquitted themselves well. Mark lebert was the 1976 Victor Ludorum andmust be congratulated on this fine achievement. -

Rhodes dominated the chess team with four members, Leon Goldstein, StevenMundelI, Llewellyn Byrne and Andrew Blencowe who distinguished himself in theWestern Province championships winning the title. Members of the band were AlistairWalker, the Zimmerman brothers, John Geyer and William de Kock. In the inter-housedebating competition Rhodes came fourht. Our team comprised N. Hinrichsen, R. Hookand A. Smith. Chris Hyland was a prefect for 1976.

The committee must be thanked for all they did for Rhodes this year. They put in agreat deal and gave up a great deal of time to make Rhodes a success this year.

C.H.

LITILEWOOD HOUSEIn our second year of independence Littiewood flourishes in the healthy

competition with the other houses with much house SPIRIT being engendered all roundassisted by the encouragement received from staff and outside supporters.

We would like to thank Mr. Greenwood for all the help he has given us, and also tortrying to make Littiewood House a much more pleasant place to stay in. We would alsolike to thank Messrs. Richardson and Crawford for their unfailing support. All ourmasters have been very kind to us, and I think the Matrics will find it very difficult toleave at the end of the year. Our thanks are also extended to Mrs. Blackbeard, Sister deKlerck and the Matron. Sister always goes out of her way to ensure that her "boys" arehappy. We also with to thank Mr. Jock Schoeman, Mr. Phil de Wet and Mr. Alistair1'urvey for giving up their free time on Sundayevenings to lead us in devotions.

The year 1976 has been very difficult for LittIewood House as the other houses haverealised that they cannot just sit back and watch us do so well. We met toughcompetition on sports day and managed to come in fourth. This was a day toremember, as never before have the house points been so close. This is mainly becausethe spirit of Littiewood is beginning to spread throughout the school. After the resultsof ports Day we were not discouraged and went forward to win the SWIMMINGGALA. Victory was once again our in the Inter-house quash Competition, and wecame second in the Hockey event.

Littlewood Hou e, as always, was well represented on the Sports Fields. In thefirst Xl Cricket we were proud to have tephen Dalton a our Captain. Other

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LlTTlEWOOD HOUSE PREFECTSStanding Rick Blng. Klm van Zyl. Mark Cawood. Steven DaltonSeated Alistair Cross (Vice-Head Prefect). Mr B Greenwood (Senior Hostel Master), Clive Heward

(Head Prefect), Mr N R Blackbeard (Headmaster), Allan Askew.

representatives were Richard Bing and "Fritz" Bing. "Dung" Cross, "Sausage" Askewand "Gus" Cawood played in the first XI, Allen Askew being the only representativefrom Wynberg in the Craven week.

Barry Katz, Andrew Hubbard, Grant Alexander, Fraser Lymn and Paul Davisrepresented the Judo team. Grant Alexander and Fraser Lymn were also selected torepresent Western Province. Greg Pullen, Rick Bing, Steve Dalton and Frank 1'ysonplayed for the first Hockey Xl. Clive Heward and Alan Daniel represented the firstSquash team. Littlewood also came first in the inter-house squash competition.Andrew Hubbard (captain), Angus Uoyd and John Cunliffe represented the firstTable Tennis team.

The Swimming Team included Theo Yach (captain), Greg Pullen, DeanJankielsohn and Klaas Op Den Velde, while Alan Askew, Theo Yach, DeanJankielsohn, Greg Pullen and Anthony Dance played in the first Water Polo Team.We were also very proud to hear that Theodore Yach was selected as Captain of theWestern Province Swimming team. He is the first member of Wynberg Boys' HighSchool ever to captain a Western Province Swimming team. He also made the WesternProvince Water Polo Team. Michael Sanders, Andrew Hubbard, Laurence Durant andPeter Pensawers represented the band. Michael Chisin and Paul Davis were in theshooting team.

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Littiewood House contributed four prefects - Mark Cawood; Clive Heward; AlanAskew; Alistair Cross. Barry Katz was selected as a junior prefect.

We were very distressed to hear of Mr Blackbeard's heart attack - we arefortunate in having Mr Blackbeard as part of Littlewood and thank him for theorganisation of the furnishing of the common rooms and the fixing of the facilities forSnooker and other popular hostel games. In extending our very best wishes for his fulland rapid recovery, we thank Mr Blackbeard for all the opportunities we have beengiven in our independence and encouragement to show Littlewood is the best house inall situations, gaining the most enjoyment from all activities. We look forward to therugby house matches, the cross country, one act plays and other activities.

N.C.

LlTTLEWOOD HOUSE - 1976Back Row P DavIs, K op den Velde, G Pullen, M Saunders, T Yach5th Row C van Eden, M Altken, M van Rensburg, A. Gordon. A Dance J Cunliffe, R Wagstaff,

H Cromble, D Janklelsohn, B Clarke, B Katz, J Lamont4th Row L Durant, A Hubbard, K LewIs, A Hulme, P KIplIng, A Daniel, S Taylor, G Palser

C Rossouw, P Brits, J van Zyl, H Lally, Angus Lloyd, L ChiSIn, J Starke, B Buddell, G Blng3rd Row K. Altken, F Lymn, V Frye, P Hernngton, P Sawers, BRosSl, G Sutter, M Roseveare,

T Ledgerwood, M Maccallum, P Scott, Andrew Lloyd, K Barnes, A Bowmaker-Falconer2nd Row C Butler, G Hansen, N. Jolly, P Marrow, B Blng, M du PleSSIS,B Porter, S van Zyl

A McCarthy, W Knowies, C Clampen, R QUlbel1. PRogers, J Melilar, S de Wilt, D ButlerFront Row Mr N Crawford (Housemaster), S Dalton (Prefect) Mr B Greenwood (Housemaster),

A Askew (Prefect), Sister de Klerk, A Cross (Vice-Head Prefect), Mr N R Blackbeard (Head-master), C Heward (Head Prefect), Mrs N R Blackbeard M Cawood (Prefect) Matron B Roodt,R Blng (Prefect), Mr K Richardson (Housemaster), K van Zyl (Prefect)

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RICHARD III

OUR SCHOOL PLAY

hakespeare has once again visited our Wynberg stage. It is many years since thechool productions of "Julius Caesar," "Twelfth Night" and "The Tempest," and the

return to the world's premier dramatist is both fortuitous and praise-worthy. Aproduction such as Mr. Baxter's - and Shakespeare is not easy to produce or act -afford pupil and parents the opportunity of seeing Shakespeare's work alive andpul ating on the stage, a far cry from mundanely reading it in the class-room or thestudy.

So often in school productions throughout the country young actors have perforceto learn the script of second-rate dramatists, men of scant literary worth and limitedentertainment value. It is more than rewarding to memorise the words of a mastercraftsman let alone give them life on the stage. It is to be hoped that a Wynberghake pearian tradition will once again be instituted, and that next year's Matric set-

work, "Hamlet" which, together with "King Lear," constitute the world's two greatestplays, will afford both the opportunityand a challenge.

Mr. John Baxter is to be thanked and praised for this production. It was aprodigious undertaking with a mammoth cast, sixty-eight in all, and the amount oftime and energy entailed immense. His manifest enthusiasm was transmitted to hisplayers and their keenness was sustained throughout the long, necessary period ofrehearsal and remained undiminished through the demanding week of the play itself.

Mr. Baxter has every right to be proud of his zestful cast and they, in turn, of theirproducer. It was originally planned to stage the play in the school Quad, but thepos ible inclement May weather conditions later rendered this inadvisable. Thischange of plan did not perturb Mr. Baxter, and the change of venue was successfullyexecuted with the minimum of organisational dislocation.

Richard III is a star part in a star play, and in this pivotal role Michael Hams, agifted member of the staff, was responsible for an exceptional performance,commanding yet sensitive to the emotional nuances of a complex character and, at alltimes, avoiding the pitfall of portraying a degree of Victorian villiany. This tour-de-force would have graced equally the stages of the Nico Malan Theatre andMaynardville.

pace unfortunately limits the appreciation in depth of all the members of a verylarge ca t. The two out tanding pupil performers were Gregory Brown as the Duke ofBuckingham and Ingrid Demper as Margaret, widow of King Henry VI. Both arebless d with fine voices and acting talent to boot; both have stage presence andpromising future could be aided by concentration on and les ons in voice production.Ingrid ha a command of characterisation and portrays anger and pathos with equalfacility; Gregory handled a difficult and subtle role with aplomb and sensitive,intelligent understanding. Both posse ed that rare quality of achieving light and hadein their performance .

Terry Greyvenstein coped well with the exceedingly difficult role of Lady Anne; shegot under the kin of the part but tended to be slightly inaudible when building up to anemotional cre cendo. Danielle Miller interpreted the part of Queen Elizabethintelligently, being particularly adept at capturing her changes of mood while ShirleyHayward had a good in ight into her part.

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In a role which presented many problems for a young actor, Frank England wasvery convincing as the aging King Edward IV. Mark Cawood made a very effectiveClarence, roused sympathy for his character but should vary the tempo and rythms ofhis speech. After initial problems with voice projection, Alan Sher settled down andcreated an entirely credible Hastings. Michael Roux gave a machiavellian inter-pretation of Stanley which fitted well a character imbued with the sole aim ofexpediency.

Michael Lewi and Barry Katz, the two Archbishops, both gave realistic epi copalpresentation . throughout maintaining the measured dignity of their office. GrantSutcliffe was a strong Rivers and made good use of intonation and effective pauses.Andrew Brown proved him elf a talented member of the cast and was effectivelysinister. Andre de Villiers, as Catesby, made exceptionally good use of voice deliverybut tended to be omewhat stiff in his movement. Miles polander was a fre handvital Richmond and, with more experience, could develop well.

Alan Cheel as Dorset understood his part thoroughly and was quietly convincing.Wayne England as Edward Plantagenet had a strong, fresh tage personality, whilethe two murderers. Owen Rogers and Michael Bush created just the right atmosphere,the former howing indications of exceptional, natural talent.

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Neil Hinrichsen, the prompter, although rarely needed, played a valuablê andessential part in the production.

In any play, the Backstage Men are worth their weight in uranium. L. Mann, P.Tate, A. Morris, R. Hoole, E. Yudelman, J. mith, B. nowbal1 and G. Bell are to bethanked for their in valuable services.

All the material and costumes were donated by Foschini, and tan Lewis, an old-boy and parent, is to be thanked for his helpful generosity.

Finally a vote of thanks to all the Staff and parents whose nightly assistancethroughout the run of the play helped it make it the succes that it was.

H.E.T.

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DRAMATIC SOCIETY1976 has seen an extremely busy year for the Wynberg Boys' High School Dramatic

Society. It is to be hoped that our activities this year will encourage more and more boys toparticipate fully in the future.

A one-act play competition run by Clarecon as an inter-school competition takes placein the middle of the third quarter. "The Dice" by Bryan Forbes is to be produced byMr. Baxter.

Also in the third quarter is the annual One-act play inter-house competition.Hopefully this opportunity w1l1be of great benefit to all budding Thespians, especially thejuniors.

The major production of the year was Shakespeare's Richard III which was directedby Mr. Baxter. It was an extremely rewarding experience for all concerned. One of themost gratifying features of its success, however, was the involvement of so many people.With a cast and backstage crew of over one hundred boys and active support of manymembers of staff and parents a great deal was achieved. Only as a result of this effort wasit possible to present such a successful show. We realise we are fortunate in having aHeadmaster who, by encouraging this production, makes it easy for us to give of our best.

J.B.

ENGLISH WEEKThe South African Council for English Education organised a Festival of English

for the period 15 September - 15 October and, as schools were requested to participatein some way, an English Week was held from 20-24 September. The programme wasas follows:

Monday: Short Break: Why can't the English teach their children how tospeak - a talk.

Long Break: Readings from the Classics - Poet ry and Prose.

Wednesday:

Short Break: 1st Round Inter-House Spelling Competition.

Last 2 periods: Best Speakers' Debate: 'Youth is Wasted on the Young'

Short Break: 2nd Round Inter-House Spelling Competition.

Tue day:

Long Break: Readings from the Pens of Modern Writers - Proseand Poetry.

Thursday: hort Break:

6th and 7thPeriods:

Long Break:

Reading Competition.

Std. 9 and 10 Debate: 'That Conversation is a DyingArt'.

Reading Competition Final.

Evening: Film 'Julius Caesar'

pecial English readings by N. Ford, G. Brown and D. Fine were a feature of themorning assemblies. Gregory Brown and Neil Hinrichsen deserve credit for all theirpreparation for this new venture.

M.J.H.

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BRASS BANDThe Brass Band has made some progress this year. We have been frustrated by

boy who, having shown talent, are either too lazy or too busy to develop it.

Nevertheless, we are grateful to those who have persevered and hope to arrange amusical evening next term to demonstrate what progress has been made.

Once again we provided the music for Founders' Day. We are sorry to report theillne of Maj. Goede, oUI instructor - first his operation and then his heart attack -and we wish him a speedy recovery.

P.B.

STUDENTS' CHRISTIAN UNIONCommittee: A. Coltham, R. Montgomery, K. Kent, I. Davis, D. Thatcher

The pa t year has been marked by steady progress and consistent attendances atour Tue day and Thur day meetings. All our gatherings were times of warm fellowshipand lively discus ion of eternal and spiritual matters.

1st Term: During this term the programme was concentrated on the basic beliefsof Chri tianity - "Who or What is God?" "What is a Christian" and so forth.Challenging addresses were delivered by speakers from different denominations an"dfrom a wide variety of social and academic backgrounds. All in all a most successfuleries of meetings.

2nd Term: We started the term with a most successful and well attended showingof the film "un eekers" in the school hall. Practically the whole school waspresent, attracted no doubt by the many excellent surfing scenes contained in themovie. The result was that a great many fellows heard the message of the gospel,perhaps for the first time.

The programme for the second term was planned by the members of the SCU itself,under the leadership of the chairman. It proved to be an inspiring series of meetings. Twoof these were combined with the Hebrew Cultural Society. At one meeting Mr. RodneyMechanic, a converted Jew, te tified to his faith in Christ. This met with mixedreception from the very large number present. At the other combined meeting a mostlively discussion took place with many taking part.

3rd Term: The main event during this term is to be the annual camp at Hout Bay.The theme of the camp i to be "The fulfillment of Prophecy and the Second Coming ofChrist". Much preparation has gone into this and we are looking forward to aprofitable week-end.

4th Term: The new committee will be taking over to lead the CU during theremainder of this year and into the next. We wish them God's richest blessing on theireffort for Him, and tru t that they will have a enjoyable and profitable a year as wehave experienced in 1976.

Although we have planned and run our meeting independently throughout theyear, we would like to clo e by thanking Mr. Mathew for the u e of his classroom andMr. Meyer for the Bible ludies he conducted during the year.

A. Coltham

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HEBREW CULTURAL SOCIETYChairman: Larry MarcusSecretary: Theodore YachCommittee: Michael Lewis, Barry KatzMaster-in-charge: Mr. J. Weil

This year we have not been as successful as we hoped to have been. Mo t of themeetings were poorly attended and were dominated by the seniors with very fewjuniors putting in an appearance. This is a worrying factor as ultimately the future ofthe society rests with the juniors. However, it is hoped that, as they mature, they willbegin to take an interest in the society.

Meetings were held regularly during the year on a weekly basis and were addressedby a variety of speakers talking on a wide range of topics. Nicki Capelanto and RodneySanders spoke on Judaic and Israeli topics while Rabbi Weil from the Temple Israel,Wynberg, discussed the attitudes of t~e old prop~ets in the light of modern day society.David Shandler spoke on the Israeh Army while Shalom Zausmer, who was a veryexperienced speaker, gave his views on a wide range of topics ranging over Mr.Vorste r's trip to Israel, Arabs and Jews in Israel, politics in the Middle East and theIsraelis' attitude to their own army.

During the second term we had two combined meetings with the StudentsChristian Union which proved to be very interesting and thought provoking. The firstof these two meetings entailed a discussion with Rod Mechanic who put forward hisreasons for converting from Judaism to Christianity. The econd meeting between thetwo societies was a product of the former where Rod Mechanic's views were discussed.

The only inter-schools meeting with other Hebrew Cultural Societies was held atthe Shalom Youth Centre where supper and a film were provided. At the time of goingto press the ociety had planned a meeting with its sister society at Wynberg Girls'High. Shalom Zausmer was expected to continue his talks and above all discuss thepossibility of study grants being awarded to senior pupils to continue their post-matricstudies in Israel.

I would like to thank Mr. Weil for his help during the past year. To tho e of youwho attended, I thank you all very much. Please carry on upporting the society and beproud that you have a Jewish society in the school. Work for the society.

SHALOM ALEICHEM VE TODAH RABA.

INTERACT CLUBLarry Marcus

Chairman: L. Oosthuizen.Treasurer: H. Laity ....ecreta ry: C. Geale.Committee: P. Brown, H. Ramsden, . Roberts.

The purpose of INTERACT is to provide opportunity for young people to worktogether in a world of fellow hip dedicated to service and international under tanding.

Our projects this year have been many and varied. We have had a KaremMarathon where two of our members played non-stop for 50 hour and broke a worldrecord. Our visits to Bonnytown and the Dominican School for the deaf colouredchildren have been most successful. We have held street collection , collected books forservicemen on the border, gathered stationery for African Schools and sent letters andtapes to other INTERACT CLUBS overseas. Our main project this year was anINTERACT conference which was held at our school during the third term. This wasalso most successful.

We would like to thank Mr. Ingpen and Mr. Crawford for all their help, advice andtime which they kindly gave us. Our thanks to Mr Blackbeard for his co-operation andencouragement.

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DEBATING SOCIETYPresident: Mr. M. HarrisChairman: Derrick Fine.Secretary: Brian Joffe.Committee: Gregory Brown, Michael Lewis, Theo Yach.

The Debating Society began 1976 with the holding of a number of successfulinternal debates. These proved to be instrumental in helping to give speakers with alimited knowledge of debating technique a chance to speak and subsequently to provethemselves. Also worthy of mention were the competent floor addresses whichprevailed during many of our internal and external debates.

Our first external debate this year was held at home against Groote Schuur Highchool and took tbe form of a bilingual debate. This was attended by over a hundred

pupils and staff-members and was an overwhelming success. This was heartwarmingas it encouraged boys who had no previous interest in the Society to attend latermeetings and to encourage their friends to do likewise.

Other enjoyable debates were held against .A.C. ., Rondebosch and yet anotherbilingual debate was held against Groote Schuur. Some of the topics under discussionduring these meetings were: 'Voting rights should be given according to a person's levelof social development', 'The individual is more important than the group' and 'Religionhas failed to satisfy mankind'. All these debates were beneficial to those who attendedand took part in them.

In most of these debates Wynberg provided the better speakers, assisting us to winthe majority of our debates. Those who took a constant interest in the society wereO. Rogers, G. Brown, K. van Zyl, A. Hubbard, N. Hinrichsen, D. Fine, T. Ledgerwood,J. mith, B. Joffe, G. Bing, F. England, M. Roux, A. Brown, N. Ford and A. Sh er.

However, the ultimate aim of the Society is not based chiefly on winning debates. Itis to encourage intere ted mem bers of the school to partake in discussions which will bebeneficial to themselve , standing them in good tead for the future.

The second term culminated in the holding of the Inter-House Debate. This is thefirst of its nature and one which we hope to hold annually in the future. The twoevenings were well attended and were obviously enjoyed by alL Messrs. Crawford,Harris and Vale compri ed the panel of judges for the first evening with Messrs. Harrisand Crawford assisting Mrs. Von Rijswyck of the V.C.T. Speech and Drama School onthe second night of the competetion. Our thanks to her a well as those staff-membersinvolved in this re peet. The final winners of the competition were Van Riebeeck andour congratulations in this ca e go to D. Fine, N. Ford and A. Sher. The Societyexpres es it gratitude to J. Smith who used his own time, electrical knowledge andmoney to produce the Light-Timer which ha plagued many a slow speaker.

Activitie planned for the near future i a return-debate against Rondebosch, ataff-pupil encounter, the Old Boys-Pupil's Debate and the Best Speakers' competition,

along with a few internal and external debate. These are all being keenly lookedforward to.

1976 ha been a year that debating will be remembered at Wynberg. Under the ableChairman hip of Derrick Fine, r believe the society has achieved the majority of itsaims. Mention mu t al 0 be made of the two staff-members, Messrs. Harris andCrawford, who e tireles efforts in helping to improve the quality of debating at thechool will surely not be forgotten. And last but not least, thanks must be made totho e ever-supporting members of LittIewood House, whose continued support of theDebating ociety was prevalent at each and every meeting. .

The third term began with a return debate against Rondebosch in which the topicrevolved round voting rights and political interference in sport. The Staff-Pupils debatewas a re ounding succe . A hort parachute debate was contested with Mr Richardsonemerging as victor. Thereafter a formal di cussion was held, the topic being: "It isbetter to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all". The Staff team of Messrs.Watkins, Crawford and Ingpen were extremely humorou and subsequently defeated

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the School team consisting O. Rogers, N. Ford and D. Fine.The Old Boys-School debate was certainly a highlight and the topic, "Happiness is

a result of hard work", was discussed in a light-hearted fashion by the Old Boys team(Messrs. S. Lewis, A. Fine and J. Mathew), and the School threesome (D. Fine, M.Lewis, and B. Ingpen). This proved to be a thoroughly absorbing and entertainingevening. The Debating calendar for 1976 concluded with the Best Speaker's Debate.

Brian Joffe (Secretary)

PARENT TEACHERS' ASSOCIATIONThe office bearers for the year were elected at the Annual General Meeting on

Monday 1st March 1976.They were:

Chairman: Mr. H. CawoodVice-chairman: Mr. B. CrossTreasurer: Mr. A.J. MorrisMembers: Mesdames T. Edgar, T. Wynne, M. Hopkins

Messrs. R. Bridgens, H. RugerSecretary: Mr. J.L. Mathew was co-opted from the Staff.

Your committee met regularly during the year and arranged the P.T.A. meetings forthe various terms. Some 200 interested members attended each function. Interestingspeakers have addressed the meetings with authority, and their addresses have been ofbenefit to all who have attended.

The following speakers have handled their subjects expertly.Mr. T.V. BuJpin related his experiences when he visited SINGIDA and NJOMBE

where lion killings account for 400 people per annum.

Messrs. V. Parkins, M. Harris and J. Baxter, three staffmembers, presented acomprehensive survey of the teaching of English at Wynberg. Mr. Harris demonstratedthe use of activity methods, while Mr. Baxter told us about the activities of the SchoolDramatic Society.

Mr. T. SceaJes, in a very informative way, compared the education available atthe Cape College for Advanced Technical Education with that obtainable at aUniversity. He also told us that he had been educated at the Wynberg Junior Schooland that he had done his pupil teaching at the High School many years ago. He hassince become the Principal of the Cape College for Advanced Technical Eduction. Wewould like to take this opportunity of congratulating him on this appointment.

Mr. P. Corbett, our vocational guidance staff member, informed the meeting of hisendeavours to assist our matriculants in deciding their vocation after leaving school.He too is an "Old Boy" of the school and is putting back into the establishment some ofthe know-how he has learned since his school days.

At our recent meeting held during the 3rd term Capt. Augustyn and Maj. Meyerfrom the South African Army Civil National Training Unit divulged vital informationto our association about National Military Training.

The Clothing exchange has not really functioned satisfactorily yet. We hope thatthe new year will see a more realistic approach to this inflation-reducing endeavour bythe parents. We are indebted to the Ladies Committee for their enterprising scheme.

Once again we can report that the P.T.A. has enjoyed a successful year. Mrs. Edgarand her helpers at the tuckshop are to be congratulated on the excellence of their work.A considerable sum of money has already been invested, and this year a furtheramount has been added to our assets for future use.

J.L. Mathew(Hon. Sec.)

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FOREIGN AFFAIRS SOCIETYMaster·in·charge: Mr. Richardson.Secretary: Michael Lewis.Chairman: Owen Rogers.

After his visit overseas, Mr. Richardson returned with the suggestion that a societybe establi hed to promote a greater awarene and understanding of world affairsamongst the boys who, he quite rightly felt, had a somewhat slender knowledge ofpolitical matters inside and outside of Southern Africa. The Society consists of boysfrom tandards 9 and 10 who have shown particular interest in the formation of such asociety. We limit membership to about 25 boys.

We hold meetings twice a term in the evenings. Speakers, experts in their respectivefields, are invited to address the ociety. Time is also set aside for a question·and·answer se sion and for refreshments.

For our first meeting, held on the 13th February, we were fortunate in having SirRichard Luyt address us on the "Role of Africa in World Affairs". From his wideexperience as both traveller and politician in Africa, Sir Richard was able to give us anenthralling account of the political atmosphere in Black Africa. We were extremelyinterested in a showing of some of ir Richard's personal slides taken on his Africantravel , an interest which was reflected by the lengthy question·and-answer sessionwhich ensued.

On the 23rd March, Advocate Dendy·Young was the speaker on his topic, "TheGathering Clouds in Southern Africa". He devoted much time to dealing with the futureof outh Africa's neighbours and the economic issues at stake. Again, we had manyquestions, after which we enjoyed refreshments.

Our third meeting was held on the 29th April, when we entered the field of Americanpolitics with a lively account given by Mr. Talcott of the American Embassy. Mr. Talcottdealt at length with America's constitution, but also discussed briefly the forthcomingpresidential elections. A film of the election of the first non-white to Congress was astimulating finish to a fascinating evening.

On the 15th May we crossed to Germany with a visit from the German Embassy.After the screening of a film on Germany, Mr. Boil proceeded with his subject, "Modem-day Germany", by di cu sing the events leading to the present political situation inGermany. Many boys had the chance to chat to Mr. Boll informally, and the eveningwas enjoyed by all.

Our fir t meeting for the third term was held on the 21stJuly when we were privilegedin having Prof. Van Zyl Slabbert speak to us on a topic of immense interest to all of us-the Homelands. An objective account was given, with all the pro's and con's beingcarefully weighed up. Inevitably there were many que tion to ask before the meetingclo ed.

At our next meeting this term we hope to have Dr. Totemeyer of tellen boschUniver ity peaking on outh We t Africa. A big thank you to Mr. Richardson fororgani ing a tring of such highly-qualified speakers a well as to all the boys whoprovided biscuit and cakes for our meeting. A special word of thanks must go to theHo tel for providing the coffee and the librarians, Mr . du Toit and Mr. Watkins, forthe u e of the Library.

O. Rogers.

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HISTORICAL SOCIETYChairman: P. GrovesVice-Chairman: G. BrownSecretary: A. BrownCommittee: S. Asher, C. Reichlin, S. RyanMaster-in-charge: Mr. J. Baxter

After a late start in the 1st term, the committee set about stimulating the Historicalsentiments of those pupils who attended the meetings and functions. The membershipwas limited to the senior pupils but, in future, juniors will be encouraged to attend andtake a keener interest in the Society's activities.

We set about altering the penniless situation in which we found ourselves, byholding two film shows which were both well attended. These were 'Nicholas andAlexandria' dealing with the Russian Monarchy, its downfall during the 1917revolution and the estabUshment of a Bolshevik State, and 'Adolf Hitler - My part inhis downfall' which dealt with the lighter side of the 2nd World War.

Sixteen pupils accompanied by Mr. Baxter and an old-boy, Paul van Embdenvisited the Cedarberg over the long week-end in May. There was much spirit prevalenton the hike which was enjoyed by all, and the Bushmen paintings, VoortrekkerWagons, Huts and Rock formations were viewed with interest and their originsdiscussed. The group hiked to the Winkelhart River Valley where one solitary pupilbraved the icy water.

Plans have been made for the hire of Historical films which are relevant todifferent sections of the History syllabus. The ultimate aim of the ociety is a tripoverseas at the end of 1977 which will not only be interesting but al 0 beneficial.Preparations for this are in the initial stages, and a sUde show was held by Mr. Baxterconcerning the routes and places to be visited.

The committee would like to thank Mrs. Edgar who presented the Society with amuch appreciated donation and also Mr. Baxter who sacrificed many hour ofhis timeto transport us around the countryside and, in addition, for his regular help at the filmshows and meetings. Mr. Blackbeard's continual co-operation is also much appreciated.

Lastly, I would like to thank all those pupils who supported the ociety and hopethat it will continue to flourish and go from strength to strength in the future.

P. Groves

PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETYChairman: G. de BeerSecretary: G. SutcliffeCommittee: L. Mann, A. WinksMaster-in-charge: Mr. M. Knight

The Photographic Society started its year with a very active first term and asteadily increasing membership. Intense interest was shown at Sports Day with almostevery member taking photographs. After this, darkroom classes were provided fordeveloping and printing. These were attended by most members.

A competition with the category of "Action" was organised for the beginning of thesecond term but had to be cancelled due to lack of support. There were prizes for 1st;2nd· 3rd and 4th places. This competition is to be re-run at the end of the third term.

'The club wishes to welcome back Mr. M. Knight and to thank Miss Andrews for allthat she has done for us during the past year in his absence.

The Society also went on an outing to the Kodak Laboratories in the third term.This was very successful with almost thirty members going.

G. de Beer

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SCIENCE CLUBMaster-in-charge: Mr. ConnellanChairman: A. WinksSecretary: G. DeanCommittee: R. Simmans, G. McCarthy

Up until the time of writing of this report, the Science Club has apparently been in akind of four-dimensional stasis, like a worm in a chrysalis. There has been no outwardactivity and progress, in fact there has been an apparent putrification. Inwardly,however, the exact opposite is true, for like a butterfly about to emerge from its cocoon,the Science Club has been undergoing drastic changes and many advance preparationshave been made.

The constitution has been redrafted to replace the old one which excluded juniorsfrom the clubs' activities. The committee, however, has still to be chosen from theMatrics and will be responsible for planning excursions and lectures.

At this time, preparations are being made for excursions to IBM, SA Nylonpinners and the Milnerton refinery. Arrangements are also being made to obtain films

on a regular basis from the Provincial Library.Contrary to the opinion of a few boys, an eighty percent pass in cience is not

required for membership. The only prerequisite for membership is an interest in somefeature of everyday life connected with Science. Virtuallyevery aspect of life is in someway connected with Science, and the object of the cience Club is to foster suchinterests in life and in cience a to keep it alive and bring it to practical fruition.

A. Winks

JUNIOR TOWN COUNCILThe Junior Town Council is a body of young people representing their schools with

a view to developing community spirit. The object of the council as we see it is to meetyoung people of one's own age and to embark on projects that would benefit the counciland the community in which we live.

It is wrong to measure the council merelyon its success with regard to the projectsit involves itself in. The most important factor is that the young people of Cape Towncan di cu s and, in certain case, argue in the hope of benefitting someone orsomething.

Wynberg wa represented on the Junior Town Council this year by Frank England,Neil Hinrichsen, Clive Mach and Brian Joffe, and we were lucky enough to have two ofthese members on the Executive, Hinrichsen and Joffe, who saw to it that Wynberg'ssay in most matters did not go unheeded.

One of the various projects that were embarked on this year was the CycleMarathon, which wa held at the Porter-BMW howroom in Cape Town. Thirty·sixcyclists took part in this event and the proceeds, ix·hundred rand, was donated tocharity. Another important function that wa organised wa a tour of the CapePenin uia by the ouncil. Highlights of thi event were a visit to the power station atTable Ba ' and a demonstration of fine·drill at the Headquarters of the fire-station inCape Town. AI a plans for an adult lecture ession are being organised and keenlyanticipated.

Although the 1976 Junior Town Council has not achieved all it aims for this year,I do believe that each and every me ting and project was enjoyed by all who made aneffort to attend.

Brian Joffe

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TEN CLUBMembers: O. Rogers; M. Lewis; A. Paver; D. Fine; G. Brown;

A. Brown; M. Roux; R. Hook; N. Hinrichsen; C. Reichlin.A milestone in the development of cultural activities at Wynberg has been reached!

Two additions to the "cultural family" are the Ten Club and Foreign Affairs Society. Thesehave stimulated new interest in important fields such as politics and internationalaffairs.

Four matrics and six standard nines constitute the Ten Club, which meets twice aterm. Two boys are pre-selected to deliver a speech of particular interest for approx-imatelya half-hour each, then answer any questions asked by the remaining members.The venues of these meetings are at private homes belonging to members of the club. A teais usually provided after all business has been concluded.

Two meetings have already been enjoyed. At the first, which was held at the homeof Owen Rogers, Michael Roux spoke on the influence of Religion on Westerncivilization, outlining the development of Christianity and its effects. Owen Rogersgave us all a detailed and enlightening talk on our legal system. Many of its intricacieswere dealt with by Owen which erased any doubt in our minds concerning the essentialfunction and organs of our system.

Our next meeting was held at the home of Derrick Fine. Here Gregory Brown spokeon George Bernard Shaw. Theories of Shaw's, like his "Shavian State", had boundle sfascination for those listening. S~aws controversiality has never failed to intrigue, andso this well-delivered speech provlded much food for thought. This evening was indeedinvaluable, as our next speaker, Robert Mosie, acquitted himself admirably, under thestrain of his topic "Zionism". This is especially to be commended since, due to amisunderstanding, Robert received comparatively little notice of the meeting.

Four more meetings are planned for this year. The fir t, to be held at the home ofMichael Lewis will include speeches by both Derrick Fine and Michael Lewis. Theirtopics have not yet been decided.

For variation, guest speakers are being sought who might talk to us on subjects inwhich they are well qualified. So the remainder of meeting promise, like the first few,to be invaluable and interesting.

CHESS CLUBMichael Lewis

Master-in-charge: Mr. van VuurenChairman: A. BlencoweSecretary: L. GoldsteinCommittee Member: F. Feitkamp

The Chess Club entered two teams in the Western Province School's League. Ourfirst team did very well and qualified for the Championship Section.

The second team had very strong opposition and qualified for the Third Section.Special mention should be made of A. Blencowe, who won the School Championshipsfor the fourth time in succession and also acquitted himself very well in the S.A. OpenCampionships.

The first team, in board order, is A. Blencowe, L. Goldstein, O. Rogers, S. Mundelland Williams.

First team results are:vs St. Josephs lost 4 - 6vs Bergvliet B won 10 - 0vs Fish Hoek won 6 4vs Sacs lost 1 9vs Bergvliet A lost 3 7vs Pinelands drew 5 5vs Wynberg B won 10 - 0

Our thanks go to Mr. van Vuuren for his interest.

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L. Goldstein

SAILINGThe highlight of the year was having Michael Vulliamy chosen to represent South

Africa at the IYRU Youth Championships in Toronto, Canada. He sailed in theFireball class, with J. Bongers as crew.

Twenty-three nations took part in six races, with the championship being decidedupon the five best places gained by each boat. Our boys did extremely well to finishsixth overall, after missing a third place due to the fluky wind conditions on the lastday. But let's see how they progressed in this report brought to us by Michael:

"The first three races were sailed under extremely light conditions, which, so unlikethe Cape South Easter, did not suit us at all. In addition, we were one of theheaviest crews in the competition. Races one and two brought us only a 14thand 10th place respectively, but when the wind freshened half-way through thethird race, we found the conditions more to our liking and were able to record ourbest performance of the series - a mere 35 seconds behind the Spanish boat! Thefourth race started very light, but soon freshened and we managed to gain a fairlycreditable 6th place. The fifth race saw us in third position for practically thewhole race only to be baulked by the current right on the finishing line, and losingtwo places as a result. Before the start of the last race our position was such thatif we could just get a second place in this last race, we would finish 3rd overall.The race started just as light as all the others had and our spirits fell, but then afresh breeze came through and on the last two reaches we were going extremelyquickly and managed to catch up to second place. All we had to do now was tocover our rivals, the Spanish and we would come home in third overall position.But it was not to be. About 100 metres from the finish, the wind dropped complete-ly, and we three leaders were left wallowing in absolutely still conditions. When thewind did come through once more, it started from the back and blew the tail-endersright up and past us,' and also blew away our chances of a third place. The finalresults were very close, with only 6 points separating the five boats which followedthe eventual winners - Spain.

1st: Spain ... _....2nd: Switzerland _3rd: New Zealand4th: W. Germany.5th: U. States ....6th South Africa.

23rd: Mexico. _.... _

16 points39 points43 points43 points44 points45 points

178 points

(5, 7, 1, 2, 1, 2)(I, 4, 7, 5, 4, 10)(6, 2, l), 3, 8, 4)(3, 12, l), 7, 3, 1)(2, 1, Il, 9, 7, 7)(14, 10, 2, 6, 5, 3)(23, 22, 19, 22, 23, 22)

On the local scene WBHS was once again well to the fore in almost all the Regattasin which our boys took part. Greg l}avis has been sweeping the boards in bis Extra.All the following regattas were won by him in fine form:

WP Championships - ZeekoevleiFrost Bite Regatta - ZeekoevleiSprings Regatta - ZeekoevleiWP Championships - HermanusFamily Regatta - WorcesterSummer Regatta - VoelvleiImperial Regatta - Zandvlei

In the WP Championships he was sailing in a fleet of over 40 boats and in the six racesfinished 1st, 1st, 1st, 1st, 5th and 2nd! We congratulate him on a fine season's racing.

Gavin Bruce finished well up in the WP Champs, winning the 5th race outright.

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Mark Davis sailing in a fleet of almost 60 boats in the Nationals at Hermanus,finished a very creditable 9th.

Our other A Representative, imon Bongers went to Turkey to take part in theInternational Optimist World Championships, but, alas, politics reared its interferinghead and these keen and enthu iastic young sportsmen were ent home. Nevertheleswe congratulate Simon on the determination and tenacity he displayed in the trials tobe rewarded with his place in the team. We can only hope and trust that we will stay inthe Admiral's Cup long enough to see him compete one day!

Well - with such a line-up of first class sailors, it bode ill for our competitors inthe soon-to-be-sailed Dabchick and Optimist Inter-school regattas!

D.M.

Look at that mast bendl Greg DavIs hangs torso at ZandvIel

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SHOOTINGOn the whole we had a very successful year. Both the juniors and seniors showed a

keen interest and were always sorry when we had to cancel practices as a result of thevery unpredictable Cape weather.

The Western Province champions, Bredasdorp High School, visited us on the 31stJuly and the members of our senior team acquitted themselves very well by scoring1531 points out of a possible 1600 against our opponents' 1562.

After this we were convinced that we would do well at the annual W.P. ShootingCompetition which was held on the 7th August. The seniors gave a good account ofthemselves and ended fourth (only five points behind Zwaanswyk, who received thecup for third position). On average we gained the second position with 377,66 points outof a possible 400. The junior team did not want to stay at home and were fifth in thejunior section. Stephen Roberts must be congratulated on his excellent score of 386,which made him one of the ten best shottists in the Western Province.

hooting is a very specialized and time-consuming sport, and we worked hardthroughout the year. Next year we shall just have to work even harder!

J.M.B.

SENIOR SHOOTING TEAMStanding 0 van Eeden P DavIs, K van Zyl S RobertsSeated Mr j M Blom (Coach) G De Beer, Capt W Lennox, I King

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CADET OFFICERS AND N.C.O.'s

Rear Standing SgtS P. Groves. A Cross. G DavIs. Cpl. G PuIlIn. Sgts J Malle. C. Hyland. P HanmerMiddle Standing Sgt. D Fine. Cpl C. Morris. Sg!. M. Gibbons. Sgl. G Mathew. Cpls M Hurworth.

C Heward. D. Louwrens. B Joffe. Sgt G Sutherland.Front Seated Sgts. B. Snowball. A Askew. 2nd Lt M Hams (Training-officer). WO M Punt.

Cpt W. Lennox (Commanding-officer). Sgt. B. Butler. 2nd Lt L Eachus (Quartermaster).S9ts M Cawood. N. Schluter.

Absent S9ts K Keet. M Spolander. Cpls J. Hadwen. D Johnson. I Hutton.

CADETSOfficer Commanding: Captain W. LennoxTraining Officer: Lt. M. HarrisQlUlrtermaster: W.J. Eachus

NCO's: W.O: M. PuntSGTS: M.Spolander, B. Snowball, N. Schluter, B. Butler, C. Hyland, A. Askew,A. Cross, M. Gibbons, D. Fine, G. Mathew, J. Maile, K. Keet, K. Miller,M. Hughes, M. Cawood, P. Hanmer, C. Morris, P. Groves.CPLS: B. Joffe, D. Louwrens, B. King, C. Heward, 1. Hutton, M. Hurworth,D. Johnson, G. Pullin.

This year the Detachment's training seemed to become a little more meaningful notonly because the whole school and many more masters were involved but also becauseof external assistance by Lt. Watts and his helpers. This last professional help for

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lectures in map-reading and orienteering and the workings of the R.l. Rifle were veryinformative and encouraging. The NCOs hope to enjoy a promised "shoot" before theyear's end.

Training must alway have ome goal to achieve or pass, and for Cadets this hasalway been the annual competition at which the Band has regularly done so well. Wewere unfortunately unable to enter a squad this year but enough groundwork has beendone for a definite entry in 1977.

Nevertheless we have Founders' Day to provide the opportunity for a show-pieceparade. This year the Junior pecial Squad will join the enior Squad and the next twobe t platoon to form the Guard of Honour. Two other junior platoons will also form anHonour Guard for the vi iting dignitaries and the school staff.

Many of the NCOs have performed their often trying tasks with credit and much ofthi succe' has been due to the leadership and co-operation of W.O. Punt andergeants polander, Snowball and chJuter, as well a to all members of staff who

have a isted this year.

M.H.

Wynberg Cadet Band at CompeItlIon

CADET BANDThe year began with our usual task of training new recruits. There were eight in all

and they were oon able to take their places in the band. ompared with former years,we have had few public engagement. The band played at Wynberg Girl' High choolFete and for Paarl Girls' High on the occa ion of their centenary celebration.

The Annual Cadet Competition was held on aturday 7th August. The weeks beforethl event were marked by many hours of practice and polish with e ions before andafter chool as well a during break .

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During one very wet week-end we held a camp at Wynberg CommandoHeadquarters, Westlake, and, thanks to their facilities, the rain did not prove too greata disruption to our programme. This included drill and music practice and parting theboys from their hair!

All the hard work once again paid dividends at the competition when for the fifthtime in succession we won the overall competition and the prize for the best rendition ofthe music (which we have won since its inception four years ago). In the solocompetitions, Grant Sutcliffe was placed second (drum-major), Paul Zimmermansecond (side drumming) and Paul Tate and Christopher Anderson were second (tenordrumming). I think that these results indicate once again why our band does soconsistently well. without having any "stars". The answer is dedication and teameffort, coupled with Maj. Goode's expert tuition. When it comes to the competitionWynberg always manages to sound professional while our rivals are only goodamateurs.

The team effort comes not only from the boys and there are many individuals towhom thanks are due; those who prepared and checked uniforms; who helped with thecamp. preparing food and cleaning up; the two young men from Youngsfield whohelped with the drill; Cmdt. Heunis of Wynberg Commando; Mr Blackbeard who,despite his illness, never forgot the band; Mrs Sutcliffe who kept the bandmaster onhis toes; and everyone else who has been concerned with and about the band.

From the band itself it is difficult to single out individuals but Grant utcliffedeserves special mention for his leadership as drum-major. Another person whosecontribution has, I think, been underrated is Alistair Walker on bass drum. Keeping asteady and accurate beat when surrounded by buglers each eager to set their owntempo is no easy task.

P.B.

CADET BAND

Back Row R. Bond, N. Crous, Cpl. G. Boonzaaier, M Saunders, R Camp, G. Andrew, J. Zimmerman.Middle Row: D. Pattenden, J. de Kock, R. lea, C. Anderson, K Heninger, S-Sgt C. Maasch, M

Abrahams, L. Durant.Fronl Row. S-Sgt. P Zimmerman, Cpl. P. Tale, WO" A MarchesInt, WOl G. SutcllHe. 2 lt P.

Breetzke, W.O. " J P Geyer, S-Sgt. W. de Kock, Sgt A. Walker, WO" A HubbardAbsent M. Mc Donne", R. Thomas, D Spence

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STD. 10 - STD. 6

UNDERCURRENTSBelow we see a snake park of activity after departing from Jan Smuts Airport. An

hour later one has progressed into a completely different and contrasting world: theland of the magnificent Zambezi. From the air one can observe the river crocodiling itsway towards the coast but only once you have experienced the valley from closequarters, can you appreciate its wild yet serene beauty. One may easily spend daysadmiring the slumbering slopes of the sultry valley.

The pure white blossoms successfully transform the brown waters into one of themany unforgettable scenes. This must be one of the few places in the world where atravelogue cannot depict the true beauty of those wonderful scenes and a news reportthe real horror of lurking death. The trees are colourfully gowned with blossoms andthe air heavy with their fragrance in preparation for the youthful summer. Nature isinvited to a nuptial mass. All the other trees of the wilds have come to witness thewedding as they stand peering over one another's shoulders to see the bridal party. Theplacid river is the brown carpet that leads them to the altar and it is strewn with theconfetti of floating fallen leaves.

It is the birds who lead the happiest lives in the riverside forest. A whole multitudeof feathered fraternity make their nests in the trees, reeds and overhanging shrubs.As lords of the skies the white-headed eagles perch aloofly on the tops of the highesttrees, like sentries always on the watch. Their sporadic cries reverberate into the aeonsbefore man disrupted Africa into what it is today. More tranquil by far are the geesewho sail along beside the banks, keeping to the shallows with their huddled flotilla ofgoslings swimming beside them, playing with reflections, darting off to catch some flyor little fish and seemingly safe from the attentions of the crocodiles through some age-old pact - a pact that man on either side of the river has yet to find.

The footprints at the drinking places have many stories to tell. There are thenervous tracks of the antelope herds, the heavy, restless marks of the hyenas themobile cemetries of the wilds. The erratic track excitable jackals; the sly, furtivemarks of the leopards; the deep, purposeful trail of the lions, the giant pads of theelephant; the scampering prints of monkeys gambolling along the water's edge andoccasionally the distinctive, unnatural mark of a foreign boot made by some unwantedhuman and surrounded by resentment. Bootmarks, no longer the trademark of thesubsistence hunter but of the Moscow man. Leaves are parted by a trained and stealthyhand and the ominous click brings death to the innocent and peace-loving old man. Nolonger are his enemies confined to sounds and tracks he once knew and understood.

All these things - beautiful, sinister, happy and fearful - the river sees on itjourney. The lovely watery wilderness has a tranquillity that is more illusionary thanreal. Beneath the surface of the waters and in the bush along the banks an endlesscombat of natural and unnatural warfare rages. The beasts of the wilds fight forexistence while Man skirmishes for an unknown cause. For years the river has heardthe ever-fading sounds of laughter from lonely villages and the eery sounds of beatingdrums that drift down and merge with the gurgling of the waters.

As the current gathers strength from its tributaries, so the river's warfareunfathomable nature gathers all the moods, thoughts and wondrous wisdom of Africaand its mysterious, changing ways; and then it glides, serene and noble, to lose itswaters, its dreams and itself in the unfathomable depths of the ocean.

A. Murray lOA.

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HOUSEBOAT ON THE STYXRichard Ill: Behold yourself, vile offender, and see the truth. (pause) Wherefore did I

live, what my purpose or who my creator? My life had no more meaningthan a drop of water on a sun-scorched rock, glistening while it existed,but gone with a blink of History's eye. All my life I strove for glory andfound it not, even in death. Ambition like a cruel master flogged mycapable mind to deeds and crimes scarcely befitting Lucifer himself.From the depths of an unfathomed mind, the dark sediments of evil werewere disturbed and troubled, swirling with provoked pride and undecidedloyaltjes, so that the outward countenance was none other than that of adevilish cauldron, stirred by atan and attended by the spirits of Orcus.I am a broken man, a scarred victim of self-destruction. (pause). But whois it that calls me thus? Who beckons softly to me? Show yourself afriend, or by Heaven I fear I shall show myself no longer able to bear theloneliness.

Shakespeare: Do not start, for I am no foe. Indeed if a friend is one who knows youbetter than yourself, I am such, for from an early age I was muchattracted by Richard and often thought 'This is a man worth knowing'.

Richard III: I fear that, though your words are sincere, there is a grave error ofmisjudgement, for anyone who truly knows me seeks not my company.I would confess many things to you now were it to achieve anything offriendship between us, but since there is no-one who can understand,there is no-one to befriend. Get thee hence, before the same demon thatpossesses me should environ you.

Shakespeare: You rant and rave, Richard, hold yourself firm! Do not bewail thoseexceptional abilities which you in your lifetime were fortunate enough topossess. When the fates considered you, they were indeed well-disposed,for they bestowed upon you, a monarch, that which is seldom given toany. That you could not realize you aims is scarce of importance, for youwill linger on in posterity long after lesser mortals are forgotten. Yourintellect is so complex that, even with superhuman effort, few will beable to tie up the loose strands which hang tantalizingly before them.Therein lies your greatness, rejoice in it, villain though you might be.

Richard Ill: Is it possible that I have mistaken myself all this time? Deceive me not,can this be so, that I have been unaware of my greatness, but yet thememory of it will till live on? I confess, I have seldom looked on thegood aspects of my character, for from my earliest years I was cased indeformity. The grudge I bore against myself superseded any othercontemplations. I placed too much store by a quality which I myself waswanting.

hake peare: That was indeed a tragedy Richard, but then in every man's life there isa tragedy. Through your noble birth, the fault was merely amplified; itwas opened like a festering wound for all men to see. But again I declarethat in that fault was your greatness. You did not comprehend thatmental prowe becau e it was greater than even yourself. Yet, you wereaware of a bitter truggle within you. That conflict was your intellectturned against that which it hated - the deformity; and men saw you foran ambitious, evil, hateful and twisted devil - the fickle, purblindcreation that man is.

Richard Ill: I perceive you are a man with a discerning eye. Therefore, I implore you:an wer thi one que tion straight. Albeit my character is as you say, didI achieve anything, is there any good I did that men may see me forwhat I am, not for what I appear to be?

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Shakespeare: Man is a wondrous thing, he delights not in good. He will take a greatman's name and drag it through the nearest swamp. Men will not realizeyour greatness - hard words, but I speak true. They will convict you ofcrimes innumerable, declare you a man possessed, but remember youthey wiJl. Yet you look downcast, so hear a word of consolation. Throughthe ages there are men, few in number but great in wisdom. To becherished by such men is greater than the praises of a host of lesser men.They will recognise you for what you were, a wolf among sheep, a wolf withbloody, dripping jaws, true, but greater than the sheep he devours, noblerthan those he destroys. Your inhuman plots were spurred on, not as yousuppose by ambition, but through the fear of being subject to inferior,power-crazed claimants to the throne. To avoid that ultimate tragedy youkilled, but what if such people had remained alive, what then? Althoughfew men will know it, it is the truth, that England, the very England,which we both love, would have collapsed. he could have withstood theyears of civil strife no longer. By bringing about the downfall and deathof so many, including ultimately yourself at Bosworth, you left the wayopen for another, who was neither Lancastrian nor Yorkist, aninvaluable service which few will comprehend. But hark, does not thebell toll? The mist falls and it grows dark. I must be gone, for there aremany to whom I must speak.

O. Rogers, lOA.

Technological Shakespeare

To be or not to be;A wheel or not a wheel?A slice of knowledge to steal,From all eternity.As far as man's mind can see.Oh, what is Technology?

A bomb, a bomb, my Kingdom for a bomb.Who can remember forty five?The land of the Shinto, hurt but alive.August the 6th, the Atom split,The flames did upward spit.Thanks to good old technology.

Friends, Romans, countrymen, lend me your lungs.Oh! what wonders the world does hold;lt is a pity that the lungs do fold.The smell is enough to make one cry.And all we ask is why, why, why?Oh boy, Technology!

Et tu medulla oblongata?The mind is suffering hallucinations:Worrying about man's wonderful creations.Which, will take time to alter;A job in which we must not falter.Mankind's Technology.

R.A. Rudolphe, lOA.

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CITY LIGHTSA vast panorama unfolds before the eyes. It is dusk and the street lights twinkle in

time to those of the massive buildings above. The thing that strikes the eye as mostpeculiar, however, is that there are blobs of blackness in the city centre, like ink spilt ona photograph. Those are the mine-dumps, the past and the future of Johannesburg. Atfirst mere molehills these mine-dumps have now become mountains. All the earth takenfrom below is put on top, unfertile and barren.

ome forms of life do manage to live on the mine-dumps, hardy grass, some weedsand a tree or two. The only creature that really succeeds is the ant, a lowly but hard-working insect. The ant has only a collective intelligence; it accomplishes its works as agroup. Therein lies its adaptability and social growth and the reason for being thecamper's enemy. The ant also presents a possible danger to the future of Johannesburg.Johannesburg.

An ant's diet is varied. It has many necessary trace-elements that it has to find,otherwise death follows. Dead ants are carried back to the nests. In that way thenutrient material is kept in the family all the time. Certain trace-elements are morepotent, resulting in added growth or added bodily heat, essential to keep the strainalive. Ants realize this in their collective consciousness and keep to certain areas wherethey grow best. Ants grow to maximum size under radiation.

Where Uranium exists in large amounts there is relative safety, providing that it ispure Uranium, not the result of radio-active decay, and that there is something toabsorb the radiation, acting as a moderator. In atomic reactors Uranium is used with aCarbon moderator to produce Plutonium by radioactive decay. In atomic bombsPlutonium is a thousand times more explosive.

Ants of the mine-dumps have generations of Uranium within them, from devouringtheir deceased. Uranium does not pass out of the body but remains in their bodies tojoin the Uranium from the ants daily diet. It is acted on by its own radiation to formPlutonium, the moderator being the Carbon of the ant's exoskeleton. The ants aregetting bigger and can hold more Plutonium in an endless spiral.

Some time soon there could be a chance of rival ant factions meeting in battle.These ants, heavily dosed with Plutonium, each individually safe, would come togetherslowly. As they neared each other the neutron count would double and re-double and anirrevocable nuclear chain-reaction would start. The black ants would be consumed in anuclear flame but the reaction would continue. The explosion would be like a 'lady'cracker to half a ton of Dynamite when compared to the explosions that builtJohannesburg.

A vast panorama unfolds before the eyes. It is dusk and the street lights twinkle intime to those of the massive buildings above. The viewer's eyes stray to one of the ink-black areas. As he watches, a twinkle of light in the blackness starts to grow. In a splitsecond it converts dusk to brighter than day. Johannesburg crumples as the rock belowcaves in and the last thing that the viewer sees through his seared eyes is the last ofthe city lights.

A.J. Winks, lOA.

"NO FLOWER ON THE HILL IDE"- the thoughts of a Vietnamese Writer

I did not know what to expect on returning home. I feared the cene would be badand prepared myself for the worst, but it wa even more terrible, more desolate than Icould have imagined.

The bombings had topped and the angry planes had departed with the arrival ofthe new master. Were we really free now? Must we tart again, with a new cultureand changed ideals? How would our mentors treat us now? The time is the present, thepast must be forgotten. The dead are dead and the living must keep on going. Peacehad arrived - or had it? Where were we in the world or have we been forsaken?

r did not know if I would ever hold a pen again or scratch another yllable of freethought. I did not know if I would live or die - the idea would not come. You could

hear that clattering of the heart when the sought words elude you and feel the chillgreasy fear in the endless waking hours of night - the fear of empty thought and soul.Perhaps it is your mind itself that has gone?

When the sounds of war subsided the empty void began to fill, to fill with a desirefor solitude and lonliness. I had to return to my place of birth - for the re-delivery ofmy soul.

The sight before my eyes was one of sorrow and destruction. The village was nomore, just a scar on the face of a festering world. The cloudless skies seemed to be inharmony with the earth - both bare and deserted.

The ground itself looked sick from smallpox. pock marks dotted the landscape -deep and ugly. Trees were scorched and naked. Blackened in the sin of violence -the war. 0 what had it solved! This great conflagration of waste. A clash of worldpowers, the threat of nuclear war are now me.r~ ~hrases which seem ridiculed by timeand sickly pathetic, catch phrases used by pohticlans to appease the world. We, in thisland are the victims of these worlds.

The soil of the valley is sterile like the barreness of the Sahara wastes. When willlife return to these regions of isolation? People are the essence of a civilization. Whereare the people? Where are the songs and the dances? Where is the straining of thepeasants? Where are the peasants?

Only an empty mocking silence prevails. The silence of a thousand wails of grieffor dying family and friends .. The sil~nce of millions of dead people.

As I stopped to rest I noticed a slOgle ant, then two, then a multitude of them.Would it ever be like that again with teeming people, all busy yet knowing where theyare going. Where are we headed? Perhaps the ants will give us the answer. They seemto know what to do.

Eventually I reached my mountain which overlooked the village. It used to be apure mound of earth with living trees and acres of flowing grass, bronzed in thesummer heat. Now it is an area of foul deformity, grotesquely sticking out into the sky.The sky where a God is supposed to b~?

It was always my wish that when I dled my ashes were to be thrown to the windson top of my mountain, but now I am not so sure. For now, there are no flowers on thehillside.

Why?Raymond Goldblatt, iDA.

Cultural NewtonIs there a comparison?Or, is it just the fashion?What is the reason for Einstein's law of relativity,Or, Handel's fingers of great sensitivity?What is the reason?

And now the answer;To the preceeding stanza.Science is merely an extension,Of culutre's search for perfection.And now we shall onward prance, Sir,Through this small section,Of my ridiculous answer.

The contents of this poem will cause some to disagree.But as this is stanza number three,I, will not try to explain,The question which gives man's head great pain.

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Throughout the centuries, man has tried to depict the divine,And yet today man tries to define:The act of creation in units of time.How much longer shall the sun shine?On man's metal shrine.

R.A. Rudolphe, lOA.

WAAROM 'N TAALFEES

Die Afrikaanse Taal is 'n honderd jaar oud en Die Afrikaanse Taalmonument is indie Paarl opgerig. Dis 'n taal met 'n roemryke geskiedenis en daar is 'n hele paar teorieëhoe die eerste taal tot stand gekom het.

Die tale wat ons Afrikaans die meeste beinvloed het, is Nederlands en Vlaams. DieAfrikaners het hard geveg vir die erkenning van hul eie taal en manne soos ds. S.J. duToit en dr. Arnoldu Pannevis was twee van die voorlopers in hierdie stryd. Toe dieGenootskap van Regte Afrikaners in 1 75 gevorm is, was hul doel:"Om te staan vir onsTaal, ons Nasie en on Land." In 1925 word Afrikaans tot een van die amptelikelandstale verhef.

Die Kerk aan die Kaap was deur Nederlanders oorheers en die Afrikaners het saamgeveg daarteen. Daarom wa I 9 'n groot jaar en drie proewe van "'n AfrikaanseVertaling van die Bybel" deur ds. S.J. du Toit, is gepubliseer. Vier-en-veertig jaardaarna het die Afrikaanse Bybel verskyn en die grootste bydrae daarvan was datAfrikaners in hul eie taal Psalms en Gesange kon sing.

Vandag word Afrikaans deur 'n groot meerderheid van die blankes van ons landgebruik. Dit is veral in die moderne samelewing noodsaaklik om Afrikaans askommunikasiemiddel te hê en dit is interessant om op te merk dat dwarsdeur die wêreldlinguiste besig is om Afrikaans te erken.

In die kunswereld het Afrikaans 'n reu ebydrae gelewer. In die poësie vertel dieAfrikaanse digter van sy geskiedenis met godsdienstige en politieke spanning, bv. N.P.van Wyk Louw, D.J. Opperman, J.D. du Toit (Totius) en e.J. Langenhoven. Die manhet on volkslied ge kryf en het homself as die mense se "dienswillige dienaar" beskou.Wat van Afrikaans in die Prosa? Op 6 April 1652 het Jan van Riebeeck in sy"Daghregi ter" ge krywe en na hom het die kryf van 'n register, dagboek en joemal indieselfde trant tot aan die einde van die egtiende eeu voortgeduur. Mense wat baiesuk es behaal het, is bv. e.M. van den Heever, 1.W. van der Merwe (Boerneef), M.E.Rothman (MER) en ook skrywers soos André P. Brink en Dolf van Niekerk.

'n Bekende dramaturg, Gerhard Beukes het gereken dat die progressiewe vere-deling van Afrikaans gesien kan word in die ontwikkeling van die Afrikaanse drama.In hierdie afdeling het ou bekendes soos C. Loui Leipoldt en P.G. du Plessis knapgeskryf. Die Afrikaanse toneel het gegroei uit die tradisie van die 1ge-eeuse Hollandsetoneel aan die Kaap in dit het gehelp om Afrikaans 'n veelsydige kultuurtaal te maak.

Afrikaan het as 'n weten kaptaal eer na vore getree op die gebied van dieonderwys. Die Afrikaanse Taalvereniging (1906) het dit beklemtoon en sedert diedatum i· honderde Afrikaan e leerboeke, tyd krifte en woordeboeke op ons skole enuniver iteite uitgegee. Die taal het ook vir die moderne nywerheidswêreld ontwikkelwat 'n baie b langrike slagveld vir Afrikaan' as 'n vaktaal is.

Daar word ge ê dat die radio die magtigste kommunikasiemiddel ter wêreld is. Daar-om speel die AUK en sy Afrikaanse Diens, wat sedert 1924 oordie radio uitgesaai word 'nleutelrol. In die moderne lewe het on ook televisie wat nie net die woord gebruik om

die lui teraar e aandag te trek nie, maar wat ook gebruik maak van die visuele kontakmet die toe kouer.

Aan die begin van die twintigste eeu was die rolprentbedryf stom, maar daar hetbe li 'n verbetering hier ingetree en vandag word die Afrikaanse lewenswyse meerdoelgerig in ver keie produk ies uitgebeeld.

Afrikaan het ook in die reklamewese gegroei alhoewel dit in die vroeër jare maartadig gegaan het weens die Nederland e invloed. Die bekende tydskrif "Die Huis-

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genoot" het een jaar na sy eerste verskyning, 1917, as "De Huisgenoot" ontwikkel.Eerstens was die meeste advertensies in Engels opgestel en daarna in Afrikaansverwerk, maar vandag is alles tweetalig.

Vir die Afrikaanse Taal het die pers 'n uiters belangrike rol gespeel. Daar worddeur die meeste kritici gemeen dat suiwerder Afrikaans in die pers gebruik is as oor dieradio tydens die daaglikse pratery. Daksy die verwantskap en samewerking tussen diepers en die taaldeskundiges het die eerste koerante, skoolboeke en wetenskaplikehandboeke skielik te voorskyn gekom. In 1932 is die eerste uitspraak in Afrikaans indie Appelhof in Bloemfontein gelewer. Die ou Hollandse invloed het stadig maar sekerverdwyn.

Daar word gesê dat musiek die grondslag van alle kunssoorte is. Die AfrikaanseVolkslied is in 1875 deur lede van die Genootskap van Regte Afrikaners geskryf enAfrikaanse musiek het bekend geword en bly steeds 'n middel tot uitdrukking enkomunikasie. Veral in die afgelope twintig jaar is groot vordering gemaak.

In 'n terugflits sien 'n mens hoe die Afrikaanse Taal op verskeie gebiede ontwikkelhet. Dis 'n taal wat aanvanklik stil en ongemerk uit Nederlands ontstaan het. In dieEngelssprekende Kaap het die Afrikaner op sy eie manier voortgegaan en hy het sy eienasionale en kulturele identiteit gesoek. Met doelbewuste bevordering het hulle 'n sterknasie geword. Die Taalmonument is dus 'n simbool van 'n volk en sy samelewing.

D. Fine, lOA.

'N KRITIEKE OOMBLIK IN MY LEWE

Hierdie kritieke oomblik in my lewe het verlede jaar in Junie plaasgevind. Ek heteen Saterdag rugby gespeel en na die wedstryd het ek piekfyn gevoel. Die Sondag wasek natuurlik moeg, maar daar was nog steeds niks fisies met my verkeerd nie, maardaardie Maandagoggend het ek wakker geword met 'n geweldige maagpyn. Nog nooittevore het ek so baie pyn vir 'n maagseer gehad nie.

My ma het die dokter ontbied. Hy het my ondersoek en ek he~ aan hom verduidelikpresies hoe en waar die pyn is. Hy het besluit dat dit dalk blindedermontsteking konwees, maar hy wou liewers wag om te sien of daar enige verbetering sou kom. Hy hetmy 'n paar tablette gegee en ek het toe maar gaan slaap met die hoop dat die pyn souweggaan.

Ek het geslaap tot na middage~ en toe ek. wakker geword het, was die pyn nogerger. Ek kon toe nie weer slaap me, want dle pyn het al erger geword. Hier teensesuur se kant het dit ondraaglik geword en my ma het weer die dokter gebel en hy hetgesê dat hy hulle maar vir my hosp~taal toe kan neem. Daar het 'n ander dokter myondersoek en gesê dat dit akute bbndedermontsteking was en hulle moes dadelikopereer, maar al die snydokters was op daardie oombli~ besig. Ek was teen daardie tydhalf bewusteloos van die pyn, maar ek moes not n uur wag voordat hulle myuiteindelik geopereer het. .

Na die operasie het ek soos 'n besetene baklel om te kan opstaan, maar hulle het myuiteindelik weer aan die slaap gekry. Die volgende oggend het die dokter met my geselsen hy het my vertel hoe naby ek aan die dood was. Twee minute nadat hulle beginopereer het, het my blindederm gebars. Dit was vir hulle baie moeilik om in daardieomstandighede te werk en vir 'n paar oomblikke het my lewe in 'n kritieke toestandverkeer en dit alles omdat 'n dokter nie van die begin af vir my kon sê dat ekblindedermontsteking het nie. Maar dit is nou verby en ek is weer fris en gesond.

M. Punt, IOC.

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CONFLICTPeter sat on a low wall, in a corner of the High Priest's courtyard. Olive trees grew

near the walls, and in the middle was a marble pool, surmounted by a fountainspraying clear bubbling water that sparkled in the warm sunlight. All around it grewluscious shrubs, which were then being watered by a servant. The courtyard was ananthill of activity, with people milling all about it. Some soldiers sat eating at a smalltable near the pool, while other soldiers sat with their breastplates on their knees,furiously engaged in polishing. Still others lounged against the wall near the road,chatting gaily to the passing girls. Servants walked to and fro, carrying huge jars ofwine and platters of freshly-baked loaves of unIeavened bread, for there were manyvisitors in the High Priest's house.

Peter sat and thought, his Master was in the house, being tried by a council. Feargripped Peter, the startling realisation of what might happen to Him, hit him. Andwhat of himseLf? Where wa he headed? Would the priest's soldiers round up all thefollower? Would they put him against a wall, and then stone them to death? Wouldthe oldiers stand and jeer and laugh as they went to an agonising death? Would they,would - ?

"Have you no answer to give to this accusation against you?" Peter's mind sat upwith a jolt, as the e words were shouted from the house. There was silence in thecourtyard for a few seconds, as everybody tried to hear the murmured answer. Beads ofweat broke out on Peter's brow, as he recalled the words of his Master, spoken a few

hours hence. "Remember this! Before the cock crows tonight you wiJl say three timesthat you do not know me". But Peter knew he could never do this - he could never denythe Man for whom he had left his fishing trade; he could never deny his Saviour, theOne whom he had loved most dearly, the One whose disciple he was. Peter felt almostcomplacent for a moment, but then a new thought struck him. Why was he perspiring0, why wa he afraid? uddenly a shocked cry shattered his thoughts.

"Bla phemy! We don't need any more witnesses! Right here you have hear hiswicked words! What do you think?" screamed the High Priest.

"He i guilty, and must die," answered the council.UUer despair overcame Peter, and he held hi head between his hands. In his mind,

he thought, would he deny Him now?Ju t then a group of young servant girls passed him, and one said to him: "You too,

were with Jesus of Galilee"."I don't know what you are talking about," he answered, all in one breath. He was

perspiring profusely, thinking only of persecution, rocks and stones hurtling at him.uddenly all rational thought left him; he jumped up and ran towards the courtyard

entrance.There, someone said: "He was with Jesus of Nazareth".Close to panic, Peter pleaded "1 swear that I don't know that man!"Others said: "Of course you are one of them. After all, the manner in which you

peak gives you away.""May God punish me if I am not telling the truth! I do not know that man." With

thi , Peter ran with faltering steps across the road.A cock crowed.He collapsed onto a bench, trying to make excuses for himself, but not one was

plau ible. 0 he wept, long and bitterly.

Gregory Brown, 9A.

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OLD BOOKS

Who has not, at some time or another, sensed the mysterious appeal of old books?Who has not appreciatively weighed, felt, smelled and paged through old books whilewondering whose hands it has passed through since its conception?

Books attract us largely because they are compendiums of a symbolic languagecreated by man himself. The sense of power resulting from the ability to rapidlydecipher or encode in this curious pattern leaves its mark on all of us, for our language,though we realize it not, channels our thoughts to a fantastic degree.

However, there is another level on which old books call to us, that of the unknown.Deep down within many of us is the feeling that ancient texts contain ancientknowledge, knowledge that the ancients were familiar with, but which through theages has become lost to modern man.

The intriguing set of books is that of the Kabbala, a Jewish occult theory probablyderived from Gnosticism. Of these, there are two principal books: the 'Sepher Yetzirah'or Book of Formation, and the 'Zohar' or Book or Splendour. The Sepher Yetzirah wasprobably written between the third and sixth centuries, although one authority placesit in the second century. The Kabbala is one of the oldest systems of mystical thoughtand was regarded for many centuries as the key to all mysteries.

A bewildering, but often beautiful, set of books are those of the alchemists. Due totheir belief in the necessity for secrecy, all descriptions of The Great Work are conveyedin the form of allegories. Pages relating the ascendancy of the White Rose, TheMystical Union and the projection of the Alma Mater bewitch the average reader buthave hidden meanings for those trained in arcane law. '

.Much more explicit, and far more ominous, are the black books or grimoiresprevalent during the .middle ages. Thes.e contain diabolical rituals of black magic,many of which are saId to have been wntten by Solomon, such as 'The Lesser Key ofSolomon' better known as the 'Lemegeton'. Most of these contain instructions for themag;cian' in the first half, and the ritual and sorceries in the second half. An integralpart of any Black Book is its hierarchy of demons, containing the names of all demonstheir powers, skills, and sigils, the last being the sign or symbol by which it can b~bound. Even today, the Black Books are hard to come by, and should not be trifledwith.

One last book, the mere possession of which during the Middle Ages could ensuredeath at the stake, remains to be mentioned. This was the revered Book of Shadowsthe witches' bible. This book, the origin of which will never be found, contains all th~instructions, invocations, evocations, rituals and roles of witchcraft. It is a matter ofunbreakable tradjtion that every witch writes out his own copy of the Book of Shadowsfrom one lent to him. In this way, throught the ages, the contents of the Book ofShadows has remained a well-kept secret.

The above-mentioned books are but a few of the many ancient books containing thearcane lore of many centuries ago.

N. Hinrichsen, gA.

A YOUTH SPEAKS

Confused, he stood away from the world like a torn twig from a tree.Battling agajnst the increasing, demanding wind of life.In his plight,He reached out, hopelessly, to clutch at others for help, for care, for love.But to no avail.For no one would hear the crie of a lost youth in the wilderness of trees.

lowly he fluttered toward the ground.Feeling despajr, for he had not succeded in remaining at the top of the tree a most do.And hearing the oppressive sounds of his tutors, he withdrew into a melancholy stateof loneliness.

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THE STORM

The warm wind whipped across the countryside. Newspapers, leaves and otherlight debris arched through the unsteady air, trailing behind the wake of the wind.Sheet lightning flickered in the distance. Dark thunder clouds, pregnant with rain,swept across the sky. The air suddenly became icy, the sluggish wind cold and vicious.The storm was about to begin.

The clouds dropped their heavy burden, It came beating down on the earth's un-protected surface. Each drop feIl like a tiny bomb, making the earth's dusty surface looklike that of the moon. Fork lightning shattered through the murky sky like silver fingers.Trees creaked under the solid impact of wind. Large puddles suddenly appeared. Frogs satgloating in their pools of mud, ob erving their surroundings with glee. The storm hadbegun.

A successful businessman sat reading the paper next to a huge dancing fire. Heheard the rain and thunder outside and put hi paper down and listened. He pulled hischair closer to the fire and resumed reading hi paper. A small white cat sat close to thefire curled up like a tiny ball of wool. The man suddenly got up and went to feed the catthat was pawing the floor in ecstasy. He then turned off all the lights and adjusted theheat on his electric blanket and crawled into the warm bed. All is quiet in the house.Every occupant slept deeply in heavily blanketed beds. All except the father wereunaware of the turmoil outside.

On a building site the night-watchman sat terrified in a tin shack next to a burningbrazier with swirling water up to hi ankles. The rain pelted furiously onto the roofmaking a terrible din. The terrified native at soaked on an old stool with a wet blanketpulled around his cold, wet aching body. Hi brown eyes were wide with fear. Theshack was full of smoke from the brazier and he choked and coughed continuously. Thelightning lighted up his hut making the smoky interior of the shack a transparent blue.The wind hook the hut and flapped the corner of the roof, exposing the interior of thehut to the marauding rain. His faithful mongrel sat whimpering in the corner of the hutin a pool of thick mud. To the old native this was the end.

The next morning the un was out and reflected on the tiny droplets of dew on thesodden grass. A spider's web hung heavy with the firey droplets. The rich family sat atthe breakfast table which wa trewn with assorted cereals, (ruit juices, steamingporridge and fried breakfast. The family talked happily and no-one, except the father,had heard the storm that night.

The old native huffled through the mud in his hut and through his door into thebright light outside. He picked up heavy stones and threw them onto the roof to secureit. He then swept the water out of his hut and settled down to a meal of samp and adoor tep of bread. He thought back to that night and thanked his God that he was stillalive.

M.G. Bush, A.

GESTRAND

Ek het na 'n lang nagmerrie wakker geword. Rondom my was daar drie andermense. Hulle was nog vas aan die slaap. Ek het opgestaan en vir my pyp gesoek. Dieander mense het wakker geword. Dit was 'n vrou met haar baba, en 'n ander man. Ekhet stadig na hulle gestap en vir hulle gevra of daar enige iemand anders is wat saammet ons gestrand is. En so het ek stadig vir hulle leer ken.

Toe ons almal uitgevind het dat ons gestrand is, het ons begin praat oor wat onsgaan doen. Ons het gaan soek vir ander mense maar dit was tevergeefs. Ek het vooruitgestap soos die voorbok en hulle het my met gemak gevolg.

Die eiland was pragtig sover ons kon sien en die water rondom was donker blou.Net 'n klein stuklUe van die skip het nog uit die see geloer. Ek het nog my horiosie dangehad en dit was halfelf. Dit sou ek nou nie eens nodig he nie.

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Ons het skuiling gevind onder a groot bessiebos wat langs die rivier gegroei het. Alwat ons daardie aand gehad het om te eet, was bessies. Ek het my sakmes envuurhoutjies in my baadjie gevind en ons het 'n groot kampvuur gemaak om wildediere van ons af weg te hou. Ons het 'n soort matras van blare gemaak en stadig hetons almal aan die slaap geraak.

Die volgende dag was 'n mooi dag en ons het weer eens die eiland verken. Ek hetalleen 'n entjie gaan stap om te kyk of ek kos kan kry. 'n Entjie van die kamp af het ek'n bietjie gerus. Ek het iets agter my gehoor en daar het 'n man gestaan. Sy lyf was volhare en hy het na my gestaar. Ek het stadig begin padgee, maar hy het my aangeval.Na 'n hele paar houe het en eindelik sy wind uitgeslaan en hy het na die grond gesak.Ek kon nie verstaan nie. Wie was hierdie man?

Ek het die ander geroep en ons het hom na die kamp gedra. Toe hy sy bewussynherwin het, het ons hom water gegee en hy was vriendelik teenoor ons. Hy het vir onsbaie goed probeer se met sy hande en kon nie wegkom van die woord "Haku" nie.

Ons was later vriende en hy het by ons gebly en vir ons kos gekry. Ek het ook sybaard vir hom afge keer en hy was baie bly.

Drie dae later het ons 'n helikopter oor die eiland gewaar en 'n vuur gemaak. Diehelikopter het gedaal en ons is gered. Die ander man was te bang om saam te kom enons het hom daar laat bly. Ek het hom my sakmes gegee nadat ek hom gewys het hoeom dit te gebruik.

L. Chisin, BA.

GERED

Toe ek wakker geword het, het ek op die sagte sand van die strand gelê. My armswas nog om die mas waaraan ek in die stormige see vir die laaste paar uur gehang het. Ekhet opgekyk en Piet en Helen gesien wat naby my gesit het. Orals was daar groen bomeen bosse en voëls.

"Hoe voel jy, David?" het Helen gevra en nader gestap."Ek lewe nog," het ek geantwoord en gelag. "Waar is die ander mense?""Ek weet nie, ek dink hulle het verdrink," antwoord Piet. Ek het opgestaan en

rondgekyk. Die see was kalm en ek kon nie glo dat daar 'n paar uur tevore 'n grootstorm gewoed het nie. Piet en Helen het alreeds 'n klein skuilinkie van palmboomtakkeen tokke in 'n boom gebou en 'n groot klomp vrugte van ver killende be krywingsbymekaar gemaak. Op die vloer was 'n mes, 'n sigaret-aansteker en 'n klein teleskopie.On het daardie nag in die skuiling baie min ge laap.

Die volgende more het ons die eiland gaan verken. Dit het uit 'n groot heuwel metdie trand daarom be taan. Die hele eiland wa baie dig bebos en daar wa baie kleindiertjies wat ons kon vang en oor 'n vuur braai. Ons het besluit om ons skuiling na diehoog te punt op die eiland te verskuif en 'n groot vuur daar elke nag te laat brand omskepe wat naby eil te wy dat on daar i . Gedurende die nag het een van on wakkergebly om vir die ligte van kepe te kyk. On wa nie bang nie, want daar wa baie koen on het geen gevaarlike diere gesien nie, maar on het geweet dat ons ouers baiebang moes wee en mi kien gedink het dat on verdrink het.

Op die e de nag op die eiland het Helen kielik na my en Piet op die trandgehardloop.

"'n kip! 'n kip!" het sy hard geskree.Ons het nader gehardloop en sy het on die groot wit eile wat nader gekom het,

gewy. Ons het ons hemde uitgetrek en aan tokke va gebind. Piet het die hemde metsy igaretaansteker aan die brand ge teek. On het die tokke heen en weer in die liggeswaai en 'n paar minute kon ons die manne op die skip sien. Hulle het hul armsgeswaai en geskree.

Ons was gered!.

. Burt, A.

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OUPA VERTELDie opwinding het begin toe on verkenners on. kom vertel het van 'n vyandelike

patrollie wat op hulle gemak na die poort tus en die twee berge aangekom het. Diespioene het vertel dat daar omtrent vyftig ruiters op blinkvet perde was.

Aangesien ons self maar aangesukkel het met min kos vir ons maer perde, was onsalmal gretig om die patrollie aan te val, al was ons maar net dertig mans met 'n ver-skeidenheid ou gewere.

On leier, Johan Botha, het ons in twee groepe verdeel. Die een groep sou aan eenkant van die poort wegkruip en die ander sou aan die anderkant wegkruip. 'n Paarmanne ou agterom ry om te verhoed dat die vyand weer omdraai. Johan sou die eersteskoot vuur as die patrollie mooi in die poort is.

Toe die patrollie mooi in die poort was, skiet Johan. Die patrollie, wat heeltemalonverwags aangeval is, het vir 'n oomblik oorbluf gestaan en toe dapper beginterugveg. Hulle het tussen die perde ingespring en stadig vorentoe beweeg. Ons hetaangehou skiet en on houe het begin tel. AI hoe meer van hulle manne het bly lê.Johan, wat ge ien het wat sou gebeur as hulle deur die poort sou kom, het 'n klompievan on ge'ê om voorom te jaag en van voor af te begin kiet.

Toe die Engelse sien hulle vasgekeer is, het hulle moed gebreek. Hulle leier hetbesef dat hulle iets sou moet doen, maar die manne was te min. Hy het toe maaroorgegee.

Omdat on nie gevangenes kon aanhou nie, het ons hulle hul stewels, perde engewere laat agterbly en laat stap.

Hulle het twintig manne verloor teenoor on drie.A. Hulme, A.

OlE BOEREOORLOGOns het ons twee kanonne op die deurgang van die vallei geplaas. Tweehonderd

manne het by die ander uitgang agter die rotse ge kuil. Die ander dui end manne hetaan weerskante gestaan. Die vallei was vyfhonderd meter lank en tweehonderd meterwyd, maar die Rooinekke moes daardeur gaan om hul kamp te bereik.

Omtrent tienuur het hulle deur die twee grool rotse by die ingang van die valleigekom. In hulle n tjie e rye h t hulle geloop, honderd, tweehonderd ... dui end. Onshet gewag to hulle almal in die vallei was en toe ... Die twee groot kanonne hetgebulder en dit het twee groot gapings deur hulle gesny. AI ons Boere het begin skiet endie Rooinekke het soo vlieë g ·terwe. Toe het die re van hulle skuiling gesoek enteruggeskiet. ur na uur het die skietery aangegaan, en baie van ons Boere was ookdood. Toe het 'n koeël my in my arm getref en nog een in my been. Dit het gevoel of ekvan die pyn gaan sterwe. Toe het ek bewu teloo geraak.

Toe ek weer bykom, was ek in die ho pitaal. Daar het hulle my arm en been afgesit.Die dokter het my vertel dat ek 'n nasionale held is omdat ek die enigste oorlewendevan die geveg wa .

L. Byrne, C.

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DIE WOESTYN

Die son word wakker,En glinsterende strale verlig die woestyn.Die wind sweef saggies verbyEn lig die sandkorrels.Die dag is jonk.Dan begin die hitte, die skroeiende hitte.Die woestyn is leeg;'n Sandgevulde oneindigheid.Die groot glansende ballon van hitteRys saggiesStadig .....Tyd is van geen belang in die woestyn nie.Niks verander met die tyd nie.Die son bereik die middel van die blou lug.Sy strale skroei letterlik die grond daaronder.Die sand op die duine beweeg rusteloos.In die verte is daar 'n glans van sagte groen,'n Klein bossie in volle blomWat sukkel om te lewe.Dan baie stadig begin die hitte-gewende ballon te sink.Die wind fluister saggies vir die woestyn.Dan word dit donker ...Dit is nag. P. Gardner, BD.

NAGASAKI

The Sun awakesIts voice bellowingOn the wasted masses.Mother Death ascends.On the maggotted war scrapyard.A lifeless scent ignitesFrom the lifeless masses.A dog.Clambers over the entangled mass.A dog wandering,A wandering dog. S. Rogers, BD.

DIE KOFFER

Vyf-uur. Tyd vir die 702 vanaf Durban om te land.Ek is 'n sakeman wat vir die Van Niekerk Maatskappy werk. Ek is na Durban

gestuur om 'n kontrak te onderteken. Ek het deur die passasiershekke geloop en mykoffer (die kontrak was daarin) op die roltrap gegooi.

Toe ek uitgekom het, het ek my koffer by die bank gehaal en na 'n staanplek virtaxis geloop. Ek het per taxi huis toe gegaan. Toe ek in my kamer was, het ek die kofferoopgemaak. Daarin was 'n geweer, 'n paar papiere en nog vier sakkies.

"Dit is nie myne nie!" het ek geskree en na my motor gehardloop. Ek het die kofferingegooi en vinnig na die lughawe terug gery. Ek het na die bank gegaan en my storieaan die polisie en die mense agter die toonbank vertel.

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Hulle het gesê dat hulle vir 'n swart koffer sal uitkyk.Twee dae later het die polisie my gebel en gesê dat hulle 'n koffer gevind het,

tweehonderd meter vanaf die taxi-staanplek.Toe ek by die lughawe was, het die polisie gesê dat die sakkies in die ander koffer

vol dagga was. Hulle het gesê dat die man wat die dagga gesmokkel het, baie bekendwas. Daar was vingerafdrukke op die koffer.

'n Week later het die polisie die man gevang.

M. Hill, 7A.

THE HEADMASTER'S PROBLEM

The headmaster was enjoying his morning tea when his telephone rang. He putdown his cup and answered it. "Yes," he said.

"There's a gentleman on the telephone, sir," stated his secretary, "he won't give mehis name, but asked to be put through to the principal."

"Put him through then, please," replied the headmaster and, when he heard the'click', he said, "What do you mean by not giving your name to my .... ?"

"Listen," interrupted his caller, "1 have placed a bomb in one of your classroomsand, unless a certain friend of mine is released from jail, that bomb will detonate in twohours. I am now going to 'phone the police with the same story." The line went dead.

The headmaster replaced his receiver. He thought about the matter. Obviosly hemust evacuate the school. What worried him the most was the equipment that theschool's five science laboratories housed. It was extremely expensive and, if destroyed,would cause great expense to the Education Department.

The headmaster pushed the fire alarm at his desk. The well organised pupils movedout on to the field for roll call. He realised he had less than two hours to prevent theequipment being destroyed.

There was a knock on the door and the vice-principal entered. "What's wrong?" hequeried.

The explanation he received was concise. "There's a bomb in the school." Herealised the extent of the problem.

"We've got to move the equipment," he said."Impossible! It's built in." was the reply. The headmaster switched on the intercom

to the outside extension. "Pay attention please, I would like the std. 9 and lO's toassemble in the hall. The rest may go home for the rest of the today."

As instructed, the pupils concerned met the headmaster in the hall. Here they weretold to search the school for anything unusual and, without touching it, report it toeither the Vice. or Head.

Fifteen minutes later the detectives in charge of the case telephoned the school. Hesaid that the police had concluded that the caller was a crank and that they ~ere notgoing to release the 'friend' he had mentioned.

This, together with the fact that nobody had reported anything unusual, made theheadmaster call off the search and send everybody home. He himself locked the schooland went home satisfied that there was no bomb in the school.

Unfortunately, nobody had seen the brown paper parcel stuffed into one of theovens in the kitchen. The school blew up precisely ten minutes after the headmasterhad left, approximately two hours after the caller had telephoned the school.

Jonathan Smith, 7B.

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A LOOK INTO THE FUTURET lay in my bed surrounded by the darkness of my large, though comfortable room.

I heard the chime of the old Grandfather clock which stood in our lounge. It wasmidnight and I was alone.

My thoughts were attracted to the newspaper report in the morning paper. Itdescribed the case of a burglary in Claremont. It gave the steps that you must take ifyou are being burgled.

A rustling noise from the bushes below my room terrified me. I was convincingmyself that 1 was imagining it until further noises from the bushes were made.

The fact that we had a burglar-alarm relieved me. Then thoughts ran through mymuddled brain. No one would hear the alarm if it were to ring because I was alone.Unfortunately our telephone had broken down a week ago and was not yet fixed.

My parents were away, presumably enjoying themselves at our sea resort inKommetjie. Here I was, as white as a feather, and a burglar at the window. His figuredisplayed itself on the ray of moonlight in between the curtains.

Soon after, it disappeared. Five minutes later I heard the window of the loungeopen. Impossible I thought, the alarm would have gone off. He has cut the wires forsure, I thought. He was in the house helping himself to the few valuables in the lounge.

1 jumped out of bed, picked up the baseball bat and paraded down the passage.There he was, a non-european man. I swung the bat at his head and creamed withterror. He fell heavily to the ground.

I awoke with the chime of the Grandfather clock. I had experienced the worstnightmare in my life. lt was midnight. A noi e from the bu he . It wa coming true.

K. Brown, 6A.

'THE WHITE SHEEP OF THE FAMILY'Brakes screeched as a car pulled up to a quick stop. Ahead, Lloyd Wrightford could

see a mob of African rioters. He saw them start to run towards the car. "Lets get thehell out of here!" he exclaimed, and jumped quickly out of the automobile. With hissatchel under one arm he sprinted away.

It was the second day of the riots in the African township of Soweto. The townshipwas a milling mass of hundreds of screaming Africans out to destroy any white or hisproperty. Lloyd had been sent by the "Daily Mirror" to write a report on the rioting andnow it looked as though he might not escape with his life.

Crash! He heard his windscreens splinter into a million tiny fragments as rockswere hurled through it. Then came an explosion as the fuel in his tank was ignited by apetrol bomb thrown by someone.

"Beasts!" he muttered under his breath and sped on. He came upon a blazing beerhall outside which stood rioters gleefully examining their work. Upon seeing him theywere angered to think that under their very noses an 'enemy' was escaping. They gavechase. Already Lloyd was tiring. He had to think of a way of outwitting his pursuers.Around the corner he sprinted. In his way was another mob! He whirled and spunalong the road. Shots rang out and bullets whistled about his head. Slowly but surelyhis pursuers were gaining on him.

He dashed around another corner, and there he noticed a gutted building up theside of which a fire escape led to an open window. He raced up the rickety stairs andflung himself through the open window. Below he watched the mob speed past. Whenthey had disappeared he looked cautiously out. Seeing no-one, he climbed out and yetagain began to run. He crossed an open field. From behind him he heard the screamsand shouts of his assailants. They were no more than twenty-five metres away. Heknew he could not go much further. Suddenly he heard a car pull up beside him and anAfrican voice said, "Quick baas, you jump in quick, then we clear out of here!"

He could not believe it. When he heard the car beside him he had thought his lastminute had come. Quickly he opened the door and jumped in. Just as the car began to

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gather speed the mob arrived and tried to hold it back, but the driver put his foot downand accelerated and they were flung off and the car vanished leaving a cloud of dustbehind it.

M. Gibbs, 6

VLIEGTUIEDit was die eptembervakansie, die tyd om weer by my Ouma en Oupa in

Johannesburg te gaan kuier. Ons het besluit om te vlieg en om die nagvlug te neem,want dit was goedkoper.

Ons het om sesuur van ons hui vertrek en gaan uiteet. Ons het om agtuur by dieD.F. Malan-lughawe aangekom. Daar het ons, ons bagasie ingegee en deur die vensterna die vliegtuie gekyk. Daar was 'n groot" Jumbo" wat net voor ons vertrek het. Baievliegtuie het kort na mekaar geland en opgestyg. Daar was ook 'n paar privatevliegtuie op die aanloopbaan en baie Boeings.

Op 'n groot kennisgewingsbord ko ns ons sien dat ons vliegtuig om nege-uur souvertrek. Toe dit nege-uur was, is daar aangekondig dat ons moes nader staan. Ons hetby hek nommer twee uitgegaan en oor die lughawe-terrein geloop tot by die vliegtuig.Ons het by die voorste deur ingegaan. Die vliegtuig was 'n Boeing 727. Ons hetingegaan en is na ons sitplekke gewys. Ek het langs die venster gesit.

Die lugwaardin het aangekondig dat ons gaan opstyg en ons moes ons sitplek-gordels vasmaak. Dit was lekker in die vliegtuig en ons is toebroodjies en tee bedien. 'nMens kon ook drank en koeldranke bestel.

Halfpad deur die vlug het ons deur 'n donderstorm gevlieg. Die weerlig het die helevenster wit gemaak. Net voor ons daardeur gevlieg het, moes ons, ons sitplekgordelsvasmaak_ Die vliegtuig het baie geskud, maar dit was lekker. Toe ons deur die stormwas, was ons reeds twee uur op die vliegtuig en moes ons alweer ons gordels vasmaakwant ons sou binnekort land.

Ons het sag geland en voor die hoofgebou stilgehou. Ons het uitgeklim en na diegebou ge tap en vir on bagasie gewag. Ek het die vlug baie geniet en ek was baie blyomdat ons na die vakansie weer sou terugvlieg.

Neil Jolly, 6C.

EK VERPAS DIE LAASTE BUS HUISTOEDit was elf-uur, die aand van 6 Augustus, toe ek ongelukkig die laaste, half-

twaalf bus verpas het. Ek het geweet dat Observatory nie een van die beste plekke wasom 'n laaste bus huis toe te verpas nie.

Ek het bang-bang verby die hui e, wat ligte aan gehad het, geloop. Ek het eers by'n telefoon probeer kom, maar ek het geen geluk gehad nie.

Ek het toe 'n kortpad deur 'n donker laan probeer vat maar toe ek halfpad was, hetek voetstappe gehoor. Die voet tappe was omtrent tien meter agter my. Dit het viromtrent 'n myl saam met my ge tap. Toe ek om 'n draai gaan, het ek oor 'n muurgespring en in 'n tuin gaan lê. Die voetstappe het nader en nader gekom. Dit het skieliktot stilstand gekom. Ek was baie bang. Iemand het die hek oopgemaak en na dievoordeur geloop. Dit was 'n pragtige, jong meisie se huis. Sy het mooi, lang bene enlang blonde hare gehad.

Ek het onmiddellik opgespring en na haar gehardloop. Ek het myself voorgestel envir haar vertel wat gebeur het.

Ek het die aand by haar oorgebly. Ons het groot vriende geword, baie goeievriende.

Mark McCarthy, 6C.

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THE PRESlDENT

There was a poor boy,who lived in a cottageever 0 far away.And that cottage,that very same cottageis still there today.

And in that cottageever so old, a story istold of the brave and the bold.ow this poor boy so little

did he know he was a forth-coming hero.

For he stood up like a jaguarand became a President of ,outh Africa.othing truer, just nothing for he was

Paul Kruger.

J. Melliar, 6C.

MY EERSTE DAG lN DIE HOËRSKOOLn !Jag voor die skool begin het, het ek na die kosh uis gegaan. Dit was alle baie

vreemd. Die volgende oggend moes ons vroeg op taan.Ons het na die skool gestap waar ons baie vreemd was. Toe die klok lui, het on

eers na die saalbyeenkoms gegaan, waar on al die prefekte en menere ge ien het. Onshet ook le ing gehoor en hulle het vir ons vertel van die verskillende klubs enverenigings.

Daarna het on na ons klasonderwyser gegaan waar ons al ons boeke gekry het.Ons moes vorms invul oor verskillende portsoorte waaraan ons kan deelneem. Onshet nuwe vriende gemaak. Daarna het on na die verskillende klaskamers gegaan,waar ons die onderwyer leer ken het. ~k het sommer dadelik van die Hoêr koolgehou.

G. Hansen, 6D.

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UNDER 19AThe 1976 1st XV started the season as an

inexperienced group possessing limited talentin certain positions. This was particularlytrue of the backs who had no fewer than threeex-fo~wards in their ranks, and there was adefinite lack of confidence apparent in someof the earlier games. During the first half ofthe season five games were lost out of ninebut none by more than three points and witha little more confidence, more c'onsistentgoalkicking and better finishing off, theteam could very easily have been unbeatenat the halfway stage.The team played with great spirit and

determination in the first half, and I wasoften very proud of them despite theirconsistent losing.After an enjoyable tour of the Transvaal

the first two games of the second half agains~Paul Roos and trand were both poordisplays, showing lack of purpose and poormorale. As all our opponents in 1976 werestrong and as there was not one "ea y" game,prospects for the rest of the season lookeddecidedly poor.At this stage, however, the team really

came together and played some greatmatches to end the season on a very highnote. Dedication and determination to dowell were very much to the fore and aconfidence in their own ability s'uddenlyappeared and against even the strongest ofopponents such as Plumstead and Ronde-bosch the team played as if they believed intheir ability to win.Credit for this fight back must go to the

leadership. Alastair Cross the captain wasa constant inspiration to the team, le~dingby e~ample and dedication, and he receivedconsiderable help from Glyn Mathew thevice captain and Alan Askew, who acted ascaptain on two occasions.The strength of the team lay in the pack in

the first place, and the team spirit andteamwork in the second place. The forwardswere relatively light but produced some trulyoutstanding efforts, probably better thanany seen over the last four years. The packwas particularly powerful in the tight-loose

and in the crums and played together as amo t competent unit hunting and harrass-ing together, and usually mastering farheavier combinations. With a really pene-trative set of backs the 1976 team would havebeen outstanding. Unfortunately the backsas a unit never became more than sound.There was certainly a steady improvementover the eason but only Pietersen and~athew to a lesser extent had real penetrat-IOn. They certainly tried as hard as theforwards, often tackled very well and scoredsome f?ood trie but 1976 cannot be regaredas a ~ntage year for Wynberg back play.A In any season, there were up and

downs. As always I found it to be atremendou challenge and experience. Iparticularly appreciated the support of theWynberg staff, who were 100% behind the 1stXV, the parents and many many Old Boyssuch as Mark Cawood, Louwrens du PlessisGlenn and hane Barker, Deon Joubert, ete.:who were to be seen week after week on thetouchline.Alf Morris and Eric Tasker are a constant

help and source of encouragement and lastlyI must once again thank Mr Johan Fourieand his 2nd XV boys, led by Mark Cawoodand Derrick Fine, for the great pirit of co-operation and comradeship that existedbetween the 1st and Znd XV's. This is

THE WINNING TRYJ Erasmus. having Intercepted on hIs own 22 metreIrne. runs through to score In the cloSIng seconds ofthe Wynberg-Rondebosch under 19A Match.

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1ST RUGBY XV TOURING TEAMBac!.. Row A Walker R Symmonds A Marcheslnl 5 Phyfer. K Keet A van Megan

B Sandwl{hMiddle Row M Cawood G Dp.an 0 Ford P Thackwray G DavIs P Murle. K Lloyd. C HewardFront Row I PIetersen. G Mdthew (Vice-captain). Mr R P Connellan A Cross (Captain).

Mr A J Fourie A Askew M PUlli

lw{"oming traditional now and is 11 mosthE'altlw spt-up in our rugby.

BRIEF HE 'C.\1E OF 1ST X\' GA.\lES

\s (au.:E:--:."I)E (lIomej IWun l() ). OurVI!:>ltors from .Johannesburg prO\. ·d a livelyIde \qth particularly good forward '. Wyn-berg started \\ell. hut for il period fell H\\Hyhad ly. missing tackle and gelwrally lookingunfit. ('rIJss showed his Il'<Hlt'rship quulitiel>,,md tht· wam pulled log(·tl1t'r very w'lltO\\ ards the ('nel. Poor Koal kicking which\\as to !l1<trman~ I!am('s. \\as l'\ Iell'nt.

VS S.A.e. ... (Away) (Lost IO-I.H: The teamgil\e an improved displu.) and werp unluekyto losc' the gum '. In the last few rninutt's WE'came c1use to scoring and probably had morescoring- opportunities than ,'.A.(' ..'. Poorfimshing and goal-kicking ('ust us dt'arly.

vs PETERHOlJ. E (Home) (Won I -7):Playing on the Monday after the S.A.C ..game uRd with 'everal of the t 'am droppingoul with flu und others fpeling unwell, theteam gave a creditable display under thet"lreumstllm·PS. Again, ho\\'('vpr, ('hanees

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were not being taken and we should havewon far more comfortably. A feature of thegame was the almost complete dominance ofWynberg in the tight-loose.

vs D.F. MALAN (Home) (Won 22-3):A verycreditable win. Wynberg played particularlyeffectively in the first half and were leading19-3 at halftime. Playing uphill and with therain in their faces during the second half, theteam was not nearly as good and had to besatisfied with a single penalty goal.

vs JAN VAN RIEBEECK (Away) (Lost 9-11): Jan Van Riebeeck proved to be a tigerish,hard-tackling team and the game, playedin extremely hot conditions, was most evenand a draw would have been a fairer result.We spent the last few minutes camped on theopponents' line.

vs PLUMSTEAD (Away) (Lost 13-16): Apeculiar game which we were unlucky to lose.Despite playing badly and making manymistakes in the first half we led 9-6 at half-time. Wynberg tightened up their playconsiderably in the second half and spentvirtually all the time in the Plumsteadterritoryand still lost the game. The last 15minutes were almost completely played inthe Plumstead 25, but a truly magnificent trystarted on their line gave them victory sevenminutes from the end. Wynberg were des-perately unlucky not at least to equalize inthe last five minutes.

vs J.J. DU PREEZ (Home) (Lost 11-13):Forthree-quarters of the game Wynberg were farthe better side and with twelve minutes leftand leading 11-3, seemed to have the gamesewn up. Unaccountably the Wynberg playsuddenly deteriorated. They started makingbad mistakes, the du Preez forwards gotright on top and fought back to win. Fullcredit to them although once again wefinished on top and missed two relativelyeasy penalty kicks in the last two minutes.

vs RONDEBOSCH (Away) (Won 6-4):Pietersen dropped out of the team (injured inCraven Week Trials) and Mark Gibbonsfractured his cheek in the first three minutes.Under extreme pain he most courageouslyplayed out the game on the wing. TheWynberg pack produced an outstandingperformance and almost completely domi-nated their heavier Rondebosch counter-parts. This laid the foundation for the win,which was a trifle fortunate as we were

under extreme pressure in the last fiveminutes.

vs BISHOPS (Home) (Lost 3-6): AlastairCross dropped out on the morning of thegame, and the forwards never produced theirRondebosch form, being outplayed in thetight and the loose. The conditions (rain andwind) made it difficult for the players, andBishops probably deserved their two penaltyto one victory.

vs PRETORIA BOYS' HIGH (Away) (Won12-9): The first match of the Transvaal tourwas won by 12-9 but it was not a particularlygood performance by Wynberg and we wererather fortunate. Sandwith, the scrum-half,came off the field at half-time with an injuredknee, and this completely upset the rhythmof the team. The stay at Pretoria was mostenjoyable and once again we were particular-ly impressed by our host school.

vs ST. STITHIANS (Away) (Drawn 12-12):An almost unbelievable result for anyoneseeing the game. St. Stithians were compre-hensively outplayed in all departments. Wescored three unconverted tries and were overthe line on at least three other occasionswithout scoring, missed no fewer than 24points from kicks and a thirty point differ-ence would not really have flattered Wyn-berg. St. Stithians scored their points fromfour magnificent penalty kicks, on about theonly four occasions they were in our half.Full credit to them for not giving up and fortheir good defence.

vs KING EDWARD SCHOOL (Lost 6-20):The first game of the season in which wewere well beaten. Alastair Cross againdropped out on the morning of the match andthe team undoubtedly missed his leadershipand solidness in the front row, but I feelK.E.S. would have beaten us anyhow. Theyand Paarl Gym were surely the strongestsides we played during the season. On theday we had no answer to their forwards whowere most effective scrummagers, who peel-ed extremely well from the line-outs andbacked up well. Under constant and heavypressure the defence had to crack on oc-casions and we were well-beaten.

vs PAUL ROOS (Home) (Lost 9-18): Mterthe holidays one could detect a certainlaziness and loss of urgency in training, andthe team played without spirit and in anunco-ordinated way against a team which I

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feel they should have beaten. Paul Roos werealso rather poor, but they were particularlywell erved by their kicker, who convertedtheir try and four very good penalty goals.Down 15-3 at half-time the team pulledthemselves together to an extent playinguphill, but it was not good enough, and wedeservedly lost.

vs STRAND (Away) (Lost 9-26): The teamhad still not shaken off their lethargy and ona cold wet day at the trand gave one of theworst displays I have seen from a Wynbergteam, ranking with the 1973 game againstNorthlands. The team was unco-ordinated,lacked determination, the tackling was atro-ciou and they were well and truly thrashed.A most unmemorable display.

vs .A.C .. (Home)(Won 15-3):Agreatdealof hard talking and hard training precededthis very important game for the 1st XV.Morale was low and confidence had evapor-ated. However, the team rose to the occa ionmagnificently and despite being 0-3 down athalf-time applied constant pressure andwon "going away" at the end. Wynberg weresuperior in all departments and could wellhave won by more.

vs PLUM TEAD H.S. (Home) (Won 12-9):Against the powerful and attractive Plum-tead side Wynberg played sound tactical

rugby, and won the game through theirability to pres urize the Plumstead team,cau ing their extremely dangerous backs tomake mistakes and consistently drawingtheir forwards backwards. A truly outstand-ing win (Plumstead lost only two gamesduring the season) which while not pro-ducing a great deal of running rugby, was amost interesting battle of tactics.

vs PAARL GYM. (Away) (Lo t 0-20):Again t the very strong Paarl Gym side,Wynberg played magnificent rugby for 20minute, dominating up front and looking asif they might pull off a urpri e. Then ourplay steadily.deteriorated under hea vy pre -sure, and we really had no an wer to pin-poin t accurate up-and-under from theirhalves. Our forward loo ened up and Gymgot well on top. The leader hip can becriticised for playing too stereotyped a game

and not varying matters. Although we werewell beaten the score flattered the Paarlteam.

vs BISHOPS(Away) (Draw 10-10): Bishopshad been enjoying their best season for anumber ofyears and were playing particular-ly able IS-man rugby with very dangerousbacks. They were particularly effective offthe loose ball. We could not hope to matchthem at that type of game with our 1976team, and so we elected to attempt to breaktheir pattern.This Wynberg achieved magnificently and

the Bishops forwards were continually goingback, and their dangerous three-quarterslooked very ordinary indeed for most of thegame.

However, we do not play rugby to make ouropponents look good, and under the circum-stances I believe it was an extremely goodperformance by Wynberg in a game which Ifelt we deserved to win.

vs RONDEBOSCH (Home) (Won 4-3):Rondebosch had enjoyed a particularly goodseason losing only to Paarl Gym andWynberg in the Western Province, and hadenjoyed a very good second half, and werewidely expected to gain revenge over Wyn-berg, except by the Wynberg Ist XV who feItthey were in with a good chance providedthey could control the ball.

Wynberg played particularly well in thisgame but failed to take their chances andhad to settle for a last minute try to win 4-3when we deserved to win by more, beingoverthe line on at least two occasions withoutscoring and missing two penalties from rightin front.The team played with magnificent deter-

mination and always looked as if theybelieved they would win. The defence wasparticularly good and by beating Ronde-bosch twice in one season, the Wynberg teamachieved more than most of their predeces-sors had.

vs CAMBRIDGE HIGH CHOOL (Home)(Drawn 6-6): This was a sound performanceagain t the strong Cambridge side from EastLondon, without in any way reaching theheights of the Rondebosch performance. Wedecidedly deserved to win this game, again

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missing a penalty from right in front, andfailing to take other chances as well.

By playing this game we forfeited ourchance in the Villager 7-a- ide competitionwhich was played on the same day. We areproud of our record In this competitionhaving reached the final in the past threeyears, but it would have been completelyunfair to our Cambridge visitors to haveparticipated in the even-a- ideo

ummary of Games

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1ST RUBGY TEAM 1976Back Row: R Symmonds. A Marcheslnl, S Phyffer, K Keet, A. van megan, B SandwIthMiddle Row. G. Dean, D. Ford, P Thackwray, G DavIs, P Mune, M. Gibbons, K. LloydFront Row I PIetersen, G Mathew (Vice-captain), Mr W Lennox (Acting Headmaster),

A Cross (Captain). Mr R P. Connellan (Coach). A. Askew, M Punt

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AWARDS

HONOURS: A. Askew

BLUE : A. Cross (Captain), A. Askew, 1.Pietersen, M. Punt,

COLOURS: The above and G. Mathew (vice-captian), K. KeeL, K. Lloyd, B. Sandwith, D.Ford, M. Gibbons, A. van Megan, G. Davis,R. ymmond, G. Dean, P. Thackwray,Phyffer, P. Murie, A. Marchesini.

vs OLD BOY :An enjoyablelight·heartedgame which the Old Boys won 26-22. Thegame was characterized by an almost totallack of tackling by the 1st XV, but once theOld Boy got on top they slacked in theecond half and the boy scored some points.

The game wa played in an extremely goodspirit and was enjoyed by all. The Old Boyswere repre ented by K. Horton, D. Hopwood,T. Hewat, M. Ba tin, P. Corbitt, K. Kolesky,. Ca par, D. Humphries, M. Engli h (C), N.

Askew, A. Blackbeard, D. Calder, J. VanNiekerk, B. Rookledge and R. Louw.

Critique of 1st XV Players

I. PIETER EN (Full·back and Fly·half):Very gifted player with good hands, kickswell with both feet, good acceleration and a"feel" for rugby, sound defender and poten-tially outstanding place kicker. With morededication could go far.

G. MATHEW (Vice-capt.)(Wing&Centre):Fa t, good defence reasonably good hands,kicking weak. Played th man for 1st XV in1975, but uncomplainingly switched to backsfor benefit of team and scored some goodtries.

K. LLOYD (Wing): A great deal of deter-mination helped to make up for a lack ofcertain natural attributes. trong & rea on-ably fast he played consistently well duringthe ea on.

K. KEET (Centre): While always loyal tothe team he wa not as interested in rugby ashe had been the previous year and his playnever reached the heights expected. Hand-ling much improved.

G. DA VI (Centre): Play improved greatlytoward end of season. Defence was soundand he made ome telling breaks using histrength to good effect. However, fairly slow

and did not always straighten his back-linefrom inside-centre. Probably a better flank.

M. GIBBONS (Centre): Another ex-looseforward. Fast but many deficiencies in hisplay at the beginningofseason. Was improv-ing rapidly until hurt against Rondeboschand only came back right aL the end of theseason.

A. VAN MEGAN (Fly-half): Light andsmall but with good hands and feet andplenty of determination. Lacks a certainamount of dedication.

B. ANDWITH (Scrum-half): One of thesurprises of the season. Played consistentlyclearing the ball well, kicking intelligently,breaking well and doing a lot of covering.Unfortunately broke his arm at start of 2ndhalf of season, but came back for last threegames. hould be a big force in Wynbergrugby next year.

D. FORD (Full-back): Full of determin-ation and a good team man. Good hands butkicking too weak for a good 1st XV full-back.Also lacked speed to be really dangerous, butalways tried very hard and played some goodgames.

A. CROSS (Captain) (Prop): Very goodtight head. Strong and tough. Fairly mobilein the loose. Good leader although sometimeslacking imagination. Honest trainer andplayer who has been a tower of strength forthe team.

A. A KEW (Prop) (W.P. Schools): Soundloo e-head prop. Strong in tight but par-ticularly shines in the loose. One of thefastest players in the team, handles well andwas most effective in the tight-loose. Tendson occasions to lack devil, but a greatyear forhim.

R. SYMMONDS (Hooker): Tough andstrong and in his 2nd year in the 1st XV,rapidly gaining the experience which shouldmake him into a really top class player. Goodin the loose and we expect a lot from nextyear.

P. MURIE (Lock): A good ball-player wholacks the Tuggedness needed for a top classtight-forward. His play improved a lot overthe season.

M. PUNT (Lock): Fast, tough and un-compromising. Played consistently wellthroughout the season. Despite being re-latively short did remarkably well at number4 in the line-out. Should develop into a top

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class loose-forward in senior rugby _Could gofar_

G_ DEAN (Flank): One of the unsungheroes of the pack. Always at the thick ofthings, gaining control of the ball, tackling,driving and yet never shining. A mostvaluable player.

. PHYFFER (Flank & th Man): Anothervery good player. Tough with a good feel forrugby. Gets through a lot of work during agame.

P. THACKWRA Y (8th Man & Flank): Tall,strong and growing, he i potentially aplayer with a big future. Very good runnerwith the ball. hould be a big factor inWynberg rugby over the next few year _

A. MARCHESINI (Flank): Fiery and ag-gre sive but inclined to give away un-neces ary penalties. Unfortunately handi-capped by injurie .

R. Cross

UNDER 16ABack Row I Melhor, C luman. A Williamson. A Marx. G SutherlandMiddle Row M Abrahams. V Wood. B Cilliers. A Gerber. S Hogarth. C Peach. W KeetFront Row J Edgar. G Cawood (Vice-captain), Mr W lennox ( Acting Principal). T Grey (Captain).

Mr J. louw (Coach). P Roseveare. G Blng

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UNDER 19B

The 2nd XV won 6matches and lost 8 ofthe14 played. The record shows that the seasonwas apparently not very successful, but thespirit in which the games were played andthe enjoyment derived from them made theseason very successful. In addition, of 7matche played during the July- eptemberterm 4 were won, i.e. twice as many as werewon during the first half of the season!

The team supplied the 1st XV with verygood competition during practices and itsupplied the 1st XV with valuable playerswhen replacements were needed. This teamhad a thoroughly worthwhile season underthe sound captaincy of M. Cawood andDerek Pine and they enjoyed and derivedmuch benefit from the enthusiastic coachingof Mr J. Fourie.

M.C.

UNDER 19 C & D

The under 19C team started the easonwell by scoring over a hundred points in thefirst three matches. Thereafter, however, theside became somewhat unsettled as keyplayers were frequently required as replace-ments for ill or injured players in the U19 Aor B teams. The C team won 7 of their 14matches. It is interesting to note that thisteam was represented by a total of 45 playersduring the season; it played under captains,Van Rensburg, King, Olivier and Louwrens.

The U19D team won four matches. Inaddition to giving up players for the higherteams, the fourths often had to play againstthe 1st or 2nd teams of other schools. The 0team was captained by Jankielsohn andScott.

P.C.

UNDER 19E

This team had an enjoyable season, it won7 of the 13games and tried at all time to playopen, running rugby even when matchedagainst strong 3rd and 4th teams of omeschools.

ome boys in this group showed a reluct-ance to attend practices. They sought to

justify their attitudes by means of a varietyof excuses, including school work! Manyboys were called upon to play for higherteams. So, taking all the factors into consider-ation one realizes that winning more thanhalf the games and scoring 150 points whileconceeding 147 was a good effort.

R.M.

UNDER 16 A & B

The B team won 9 and drew one of the 14games played. It scored 149 points andconceeded 92. This B team played with greatconfidence and produced a fire, hard, nevergive-up brand of rugby.The A team won 9 and drew 2 of the 14

matches played. The points were 211 for and111 against.At the beginning of the season all players

were determined to improve upon theirrecord of 1975. However, the first matchagainst S.A.C.S. was lost. This apparentlyhad a good effect on the team as did the 2point defeat against Rondebosch, becausethe return matches against these two schoolswere won by Wynberg.The forwards, ably led by T. Grey (Capt.),

were invariably superior to their oppositionand gave the eager backs ample good ball.These three-q uarters excelled especially intwo facets of the game. They tackled mag-nificently and ran the ball well. In the finalmatch against R.B.H.S. their backs wereneutralized by our fierce tackling, and ourpoints came through strong running by ourown backs,. especially by John Edgar, andby uperb backing up.The season was successful because every

member of the team gave of his best.It will indeed be interesting to see how

these under 16 players acquit themselveswhen they move into under 19 rugby nextyear.

J.L.

UNDER l6C &0

The VI5C and 0 squads of 1975 came uptogether into this age division and improvedon last year's encouraging performances tomake several notable achievements.The 'C' began poorly losing 0-15 to S.A.C.S.

(after providing the 'B' with three essentialplayers). The second fixture with Jan van

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U 1SC RUGBYBack Row A Blencowe. M DavIs. D. Du Tolt. L. ChisIn. B. BuddellMiddle Row BDahl. C Geale. M Dale. A Daniel. G Brown. R WestgateFront Row A. Dance. D. Croome (Vlce·captaln). Mr. W. Lennox (Acting Headmaster), A. Brown (C)

Mr M Hams (Coach). M Nuthall, K. Garrod.

Riebeeck, though, was a ign of thing tocome. It was a narrow loss 11-0. Then camethe 33-0 win over Plumstead 'B', the Germanchool 'A' went down 29-0, then Rondebosch

were beaten 24-12, Bi hop 13-, Paul Roos6-0, Fi h Hoek 24-0, .A.C .. again, and thitime a win, 9- . Two upsets followed again tTygerberg 'C' 4-10 and Ysterplaat 'A' 6-16. However, the team was determined to endthe season on a high note. Bishop andRondebosch came to play us at home andwent away having lost again, 12-0 and 9-7respectively.

To have successe like this a team has tohave tenacity and comradeship - theyplayed fifteen man rugby because theyunderstood each other so well and refused to

give up. The Rondebosch and Paul Roosgames were tense meetings which were wonbecau e the squad maintained sixty minutesof pressure. There also has to be thoughtful,running rugby - there were few weakne es.The front row, the loose forwards, the halveand backs were more than a match for theirre pective oppo ition from the great rivalrugby chool. Finally, the leader hip: InAndrew Brown and Oarryl Croome the teamhad two extremely un elfi h and intelligentleaders. No other individual players need bementioned. The fact that they formed thebest U 16C side in many year and that theywon the senior rugby award a the mostsucce sful team of 1976 ay enough.The '0', too, de erve credit. Not only were

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U 15A RUGBYBack Row M Bush. S BUrl. M Fisher. G Grevler. A. CillieMiddle Row 0 Johnson. M Romyn. J Hargatal. A Hume. J Thorne. I Roelofse. A Hooper.Front Row A Erasmus. N Cans. Mr W Lennox. M Hurworth (Captain). Mr T Nelson (Coach).

C Moore G Alexander

they the first 'D' team lo complete a fulleason ince 1970, but their results, too, were

good. They had a slow start losing to.A.C .. 4-) m to D.F. Malan 0- , to Pine-

land 'B' 0-1 and to Bellville Tech 'B' 4-24.Then came the action and grit that broughteight win in a row. J.J. du Preez 3-D,Rondebo eh 4-0, Paul Roo 12-10, Batavia 'B'4 0, .A.C .. 6-3, Plum tead 13-14, Durban-ville 10-4 and Rondebo eh 19-3.

Pts. Pt. AverageFor Again

179 77 2,32D 123 92 1,33

M.H.

UNDER 15 A & B

UNDER 15A: Won 6; Drew3; Lost5. Pointsfor 113. Points against 106

UNDER 158: Won 6; Drew 1; Lost 7. Pointsfor 125. Point against 125.

The A team had a reasonably successfulseason. The forwards as a whole played welland a a combination were hard to beat. Theback-line, full of talent, found their best formonly in the second half ofthe eason. MichaelHurworth proved to be an outstandingcaptain apd always gave of his best. It canthus be said that the A team did everythingtogether in the finest spirit of the game.The 8 team had a good tart to the season

by beating .A.C. 42-0, unfortunately this

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good play faded towards the end of theseason. They were a team never lacking inspirit and they enjoyed fully all the matchesthey played.

T.N.UNDER 15C

Well led by Nicholson, the C-team pro-duced some very good results. A dishearten-ing factor was the heavy losses sufferedagainst A and B teams of certain schools notwishing to enter their teams in higherleagues.Although the C-team was never the same

from Saturday to Saturday, mainly throughplayers substituting in the B team andthrough injuries.The pack of forwards played very well

together and easily over-shadowed mostopposing packs.

UNDER 14 A & BThe under 14A is to be congratulated on an

excellent 1976 season. Their continual keen-ness and determination to maintain theirsplendid record created a magnificent teamspirit. It was encouraging to witnessSKlLFUL, TECHNICAL and THINKINGrugby. The team always played with co-hesion under the very good captaincy ofAndrew Lloyd. The forward pack was cer-tainly one of the most powerful in the league:vï.t~ ~sher-Holloway and Dendy-Youngmltlating many of the forward drives. Mikede Villiers strengthened the backline con-si.d~rably, which improved beyond all recog-rutlOn as the season progressed and whichcontains much potential. Only three matcheswere lost in the first half of the season -none in the second, with the team beating allthe strong opposition such as RondeboschS.A.C.S., Bishops, Paul Roos, etc. It is to b~remembered that THIS is the first team ofthe future (1979).The Under 14 B's, although not quite as

successful results-wise, had an extremelygood season, improving all the time andproducing promising players. Once again atremendous team spirit prevailed. The teamworked well under captain Peter Turvey,and the highlight of their sea on wasperhaps, the game against Rondebosch i~which they playedmagnificentlytowin 12-0.Consistent parent support at all the

matche was excellent and thank must be

extended for all their encouragement.

N.C.

UNDER 14 C &DBoth teams had an excellent season this

year. Although the C team started off theseason poorly, they soon found their strideand developed into a very powerful teamcharacterized by driving forwards and hardrunning backs. The forwards played theirbest match of the season against Bishopsin pouring rain. Bishops had no an wer tothe sustained driving power of an inspiredpack which was spearheaded by theircaptain and th man, Pearson. The backsdeveloped late in the season but moulded intoa unit far more efficient than many otherschools had in their A teams.The D team lost only 3 matches this year

and had they not been drawn consistentlyagainst higher teams, would have beenunbeaten - all three games being lost eitherto A or B teams. Although the backline neverachieved total unity and hence was not veryefficient, Fermor at fly-half played the ballback to the forwards who were neversubdued by an opposing pack and thus thematch winning factor in this team. Herespecial praise must go to captain Wiegmanwho always led his team by example.A serious weakness in both teams

however, was the inability of both pack t~capitalize on the 100 e ball lying on theground. Unless possession from thi phase iachieved next year, both team will struggleagainst well-drilled packs.

Nevertheless 1976 was an excellent yearfor both teams.

J.W.

UNDER 14 E & F

Both the E and F team played regularmatches throughout the sea on. The factthat they were rewarded with very fewvictories can be attributed to two maincauses:

(a) The two teams acted principally a areservoir of player who were drawn on to fillin for players from higher teams who were ill;and

(b) The E and F team usually foundthem elves up again t team of C and 0

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calibre from other schools.The disruption eau ed by having to pro-

vide players for higher teams made it diffi-cult for the E and F side to become co-ordinated teams, and performance was, attimes, scrappy.

ome players who erved as uh titute inhigher teams ucceeded in playing their wayinto the e ide ; the e included Richnrd on,Herold, Lanz, ilaitland, ander and Ruger.

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NDER 13 A & B

Thi has certainly been a ea on toremember for both A and B teams, both froma player' and a coach' viewpoint. Withregard to the latter the depth of talent was

especially pleasing and one need only glaceat the C team record to gain an inkling of theelection problem whi h arose periodically.One of the greatest problems facing a

junior team coach is to convince a boy thatthe ball need to be passed at all and that theother fourteen players can actually be ofome u e, even if only to tackle opponent' he

does not particularly fancy tackling. Bothteams handled the ball extremely well at theoutset and, if one watches the eight and nine-year olds at the Junior, chool, then therea on become easily apparent.The Powerhouse of the A side was the

pack, ably led by example by G. her, whiche med to improve with each match -thank to the coaching of Tony Blackbeardfrom Fal e Bay. It wa amusing to ee a

UNDER 14A RUGBYBack Row G RIghtford B Symmonds. 0 King. N Schrauwen. PRogersMiddle Row A Cape M Wheeler M Eastwood. M ZWlck 0 Mathews P TurveyFront Row C Buchanan D Dendy Young Mr W Lennox (Acting PrinCipal) A Lloyd (Captain).

Mr R Crawford (Coach) G FiSher Holloway M De Villiers

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sometimes smaller Wynberg pack puttingheavier opponents into rapid retreat. AngusPaterson started off as a shy B team skipper,the shyness soon disappeared as the spiritgrew. Let me not detract from the backs, forthey made good use of liberal supply of balI.It is difficult to single out players here, but D.Thorburn was like a bar of wet soap to mostopponents and 1. van Oudtshoorn was aconstant reminder that he would be in an Ateam at most other schools.

It is pointed out that the first round gamesagainst S.A.C.S. and R.B.H.S. were lost butthe second round games were both won. Thisis what we want - progress.

P.A 14B 13

E.B.

W.129

L.24

D.oo

F.250233

A.6135

UNDER 13 e & D

Both the under 13C and D teams hadsuccessful seasons, winning many of theirmatches.

It was pleasing to ee the good spirit inwhich the game were played. This wasalway present. Our C team did well and wonapproximately 75% of their matches, whilethe D's won fewer games but enjoyed themall thoroughly.

Our hearty thank are extended to all theparents who so kindly helped with thetransport whenever thi was needed.

F.v V.

eRA VEN WEEK 1976

On unday, 4th July, the We tern Pro-vince Craven Week Rugby Team, ablymanaged by Mr Engela of Paarl Boy Highand coached by Mr Moolman of Paul Roo ,arrived at Kroon tad.

In his opening address, Dr Cra ven tre edthe real purpo e of Craven Week, andreminded everyone that the purpo e wa toencourage running and enjoyable rugby."Winning at all Co ts" and a negativeapproach to rugby should have no place inour country's rugby he said.

Province won their first game againstNorthern Free tate 16-10, and won theirecond game again North Western Cape 40-9, but went down against a weil poli hedEastern Province side 0-6.

The teams were hosted by the Prison'sDepartment Training College who providedexcellent accomodation and meals.

Leisure times in the evenings were spentlistening to coaching lectures, and on oneoccasion we attended a Civic reception andwere addressed by the Mayor of Kroonstad.Apart from the enjoyable rugby which was

played, the spirit of fellowship between theplayers and the organisers was outstanding.Many good and lasting friendships wereformed.

pecial thanks go to Mr Connellan for theexpert coaching that helped me gain select-ion.

A_A.

TRANSVAAL TOUR 1976

Spurred on by many well-wishers, includ-ing Mr and Mrs Blackbeard, we, togetherwith the hockey team, departed from CapeTown station at 9 p.m. on Friday 1 th June.

Afer spending two nights and a day on thetrain, we arrived at Pretoria Station, whereour hosts met the team and took us to thehostel at Pretoria Boys' High. After a shortpractice in the morning and an early lunch,we were taken on a most interesting guidedtour of Pretoria.

On the Monday afternoon when we playedPretoria Boys' High the match was watchedby a large crowd, which included the 1200pupils of the school. In a tough game IvanPetersen cored with two penalties and vanMegan kicked the winning points, a penaltyand a snap drop-goal; to give us a deserved12-9 victory over our hard-running oppon-ents.

After jubilation over our victory, includinga good cinema show, we proceeded early onTue day morning to t. tithians, a privateschool of 500 boy . There we were met by ourhosts and taken to their home in Johanne -burg and treated to their generous ho pital-ity.

On Wedne day we played t. Stithianand were plea ed to have encouragementand support from pectator that includedour touring hockey team, ome taunch OldBoy supporter and Mr and Mr Blackbeard.Our team played well but our kicking let usdown. Keith Lloyd on the wing, cored a hat-trick of tries to give us 12 point against hardtackling and high pirited opponent whoeized on everyopportunity that came along.

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U '3A RUGBY TEAMBack Row 0 Thorburn. K Rlxon. G Laporta K Eastwood. A StewardM,ddle Row R Lamprecht C Hopklns. G Smuts. AMIek. K Eddy. B CawoodFront Row G P,ckertng. j Joubert G Sher (Captain). Mr E Bhgnaut (Coach). B Blng (VIce-captain).

C Gregory W ColborneAbsent Mr A Blackbeard (Coach)

Their kIcker, who remmded u of De Wet Ra ,put over four prodigious penalties some fromInsIde hIs own half; 0 we had to be ati fiedwith a lz-all draw.

On Thursday morning we, together wlththe hockey player, enbu ed at 't. 'tithianand proce ded to the Libanon Gold Mine,where we were taken on an eye-opening tourof the actual underground system and sub-equently through the refining works. Theteam were then treated to a ta ty lunch inthe company of the Chairmanofthe 'hamberof ~line~. In the afternoon we were taken onan exten~l\·e tour of the African miner'lo(.'allOn~ and also aw the well equippedrecreation and !:,porting faclhtlCs they enjoy.On . 'aturdav afternoon wc plaYl·d our

toughest game again t King Edward'

'chool, to whom we lost by 20 points to 6,Ivan Peter en scoring two penal ty goal forWynberg. Yet we were by no meandisgraced by our ide' performance andnever howed any ign of lacking again tthe onslaught of a team that included al mo tall Tran 'vaal raven w ek players. Weactually held them to a 14-6 lead with aminute of two to full time.That evening, tired and yet contented that

we had done our be t, we left for Cape Town.All the chap appreciated our ho ts'

ho pitality, whileourcoaches, Mr 'onnellanand Mr Fourie were indeed an inspirationand to them we owe our incere thanks fortheir contribution to a uccessful tour.

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THE AZRIEL FINE TROPHY

Awards and Trophies for 1976

The Azriel Fine Trophy - for the mostimproved U13/14 player. This cup goes toMICHAEL PATERSON for his progressform relative insignificance in the Ul3C toprominence in the B team where he proved tobe a hard-running, hard-tackling centre.

The P. de V. WahlTrophy - for the mostimproved U15/16 player. This trophy goes toENRICO LUPINI who started the season inthe under l5D but worked his way up to the Ateam where he was an excellent prop whowill be remembered for his fine play in thetight-loose and his outstanding forwarddrives.

The Brian Steyl Cup - this cup is awardedto the most improved under 19 player andthis year it goes to GRANT DAVIS whoplayed for the U14B in 1972. Knee and backtrouble kept him out of rugby until thisseason. Mter one game for the Fourths, heplayed three games for the 3rd Team beforehe was promoted to the Second Team wherehis play improved tremendously. By the endof the season he certainly would not havedisgraced the 1st XV as a lock forward.

The Eric Tasker Cup - goes to the overallwinner of the Inter-house rugby matches.Thisyearthe cup goes to DE WAAL HOUSE.

The Dennis Fagin Junior Cup - for theU13/14/I5 team with the best record goes tothe UNDER I3A who scored 250 points andhad 68 scored against them.

The Dennis Fagin Senior Cup for the.U16/19 team with the best record goes to theUl6C TEAM who scored 179 points and had77 scored against them.

DR LAURIE KNIGHT'S VISIT TOW.B.H.S.

On Friday, 3rd September, the day beforethe Third Test between New Zealand andSouth Africa was played as Newlands, one ofthe All Black Tourists, Dr Laurie Knight,visited W.B.H.S. and spoke to all the rugbyplayers in the hall. Dr Knight, who standsabout 1,85 metres tall, plays lock or flank.He spoke for a short while on his life in

New Zealand and then talked about rugby ingeneral and the All Black tour in particular.

Fitness, he said, is ofparamount importance,especially when one is touring as long asthree months. However, the opinion of theAll Black coach, J.J. Stewart, was thatif oneis chosen to tour with the All Blacks, then itis up to oneselfto keep up ageneral standardof fitness. Besides limbering-up, there wasvirtually no running(forfitness)atAlI Blackpractices. Most of the touring party limitedtheir liquid and solid intake, and went ontraining runs individually.The All Blacks played much touch rugby

at practices (with the "rule" that if one istouched, one loses possession). This, they felthelped with handling, quick thinking andreflexes. Another system used at practiceswas for the two packs to scrum against eachother, rather than using a scrummingmachine, which is the voguein outh Africa.They found that this way of practice wasuseful and broughtabouteffectivenessin thescrummage.As the doctor of the touring party, Dr

Knight found himself advising J.J. Stewartand the players on various injuries. Twoplayers who had nagging inj uries were PeterWhiting and Grant Batty. The 1,93 metrestall lock, Whiting, has one more vertebra inhis back than people usually have. As aresult of this he suffers from very painfulsciatica. Grant Batty, the winger, has had aproblem with his knee. To rectify this, he hadto wear a light aluminium brace which wascovered with about 10 metres of bandage.

Dr Knight then invited questions from theassembly. Why, he was asked, had DuncanRobertson replaced Doug Bruce at fly-halfinthe Test team, when Bruce had played so wellat Bloemfontein? He replied that J.J.Stewart, the sole selector, had gambled onthe fact that it would rain, a Robertson is awet-weather fly-half. When asked about theresult of the next day's Test, he refu ed tocomment, saying that predictions aredangerous.The final question was on thesubjectofthe

All Black place-kickers. Although there wereno recognised kickers in the Test side, idGoing had performed reasonably well inBloemfontein and would kick in theforthcoming test.Mr Lennox thanked Dr Knight and then

earned a round of applau e by saying thatafter hearing of Peter Whiting's extra ver-tebra, he was convinced that he was one ortwo vertebrae short.

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THANKS

Mr Blackbeard's interest in rugby and thesupport he gives are greatly appreciated. Weare well·equipped, we receive and entertaintouring teams and we undertake tours. Allthi is due to the support he gives.The coaches give a great deal of time,

enthusiasm and knowledge to rugby atWynberg. Not only do they pend theirregular two afternoons and aturday mom·ings of each week with their teams, but theyhave their extra practice during breaks orafter chool, they have team meeting ,t~eyread their law books and read coachmgmanuals. lt is due to this keenne that ourstandard of play this year was so high. rt hasalready been pointed out that in the lastgame, again t R.B.H .. we won 75% of themalche . On that day all under 13, under 14,all but one under 15, all under 16 game andthe under 19A match were won by Wynberg.During the second half of the season no Ateam lost .A.C .. Plum tead or Ronde-bo ch. The excellence of this record isprobably due to our coaches. Congratu-lations and sincere thanks to them all.

The coaches for 1976 were: Mr Connellan(U19A); Mr Fourie (UI9B); Mr Corbitt(U 19 C& D); Mr Marinus (U 19£); Mr Louw (U 16A &B); Mr Harris (U16C & D); Mr Nelson (U15A& B); Mr Crous (U 15 & D); Mr Torr & MrIngpen ( 15£), Mr Crawford (U 14A & B); MrWeil U14 & D); Mr Vale (UI4E & F), MrBlignaut (U 13A & B) and Mr van Vuuren(U 13 & D). Mr Eachus helped with U 14coaching and, with all other coaches. provedmo t obliging when asked to help with teamand with travelling.

Once again we have had many outsidereferees controlling our games. We thank thereferees appointed by the W.P. chools'Rugby Union and alo the referees weinvited to take charge of matches. Those weinvited include Me r Greenblatt, Boon-zaaier, R. Ba ·tin, M. Ba tin, mith, Levy,Edward, hapiro, Page, Hopwood, Cleary,Rodrigues, Broster, P. & T. Blackb ard,Wolmaran, Louw, Hirschberg, Hurworthand Pearson and Drs Ger and Katz. ome ofthese gentlemen have given the school muchof their time. Whatever they have done habeen much appreciated by boys, pectator

and the staff.We thank Mr Tasker for his valuable talks

on what is required of boys playing invarious positions. Mr Payne is thanked forhi preparation of fields and for his helpful-ne s in many matters.The boys who supply sand, water and

oranges on Saturday mornings are alsothanked for their valuable ervices. The boyswho prepare the rugby balls for practices andmatches are al 0 thanked as i Mr Nelsonwho upervi es their activities.

Messrs H. Cawood & R. Bridgens of Afroxare thanked for upplying the cylinder ofnitrogen and its guages. The task of pump-ing balls is now much easier!T. Knight who writes reports on all first

team matches is also thanked. These reportswill be filed in the library.

Geale and Durrance are thanked forwriting out results of matches.

Cunliffe, Press attache and results sec-retary, is thanked for his contribution torugby at Wynberg.

Finally, we thank Mrs Edgar and the otherladie who man the tuckshop and whosupply cut oranges for the players.

A.M.

HOUSE GAMES1976 LOG

Under 19:P. W. L. D. F. A. Pts.

Rhodes 4 0 4 0 6 54 0de Waal 4 3 1 0 47 24 6Wellington 4 2 2 0 2 38 4van Riebeeck 4 4 0 0 4 6 8Littlewood 4 1 3 0 19 26 2

Under 15:Rhodes 4 0 3 1 3 76 1de Waal 4 3 1 0 53 12 6Wellington 4 4 0 0 70 0 8van Riebeeck 4 0 3 1 0 68 1Littlewood 4 2 2 0 43 11 4

pon ored page: With the ompliments of Maskew Miller

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Under 13:Rhodesde WaalWellingtonvan RiebeeckLittIewood

Final Log:Rhodesde WaalWellingtonvan RiebeeckLittIewood

3 13 23 03 3

213o

o 12 24 2o 12 12 4o 0 42 0o 54 0 6

93535

1 21 154 3o 112 112 16o 9 80 121 102 74 15o 62 37

11 111 811 611 78 3

RUGBY - JUNIORDuring this very enjoyable and productive

season, 110 matches were played by JuniorSchool teams against other schools. A totalof 9 teams played inter-school rugby while afurther 150 boys took part in our internal"Mini-Rugby".

These boys were enthusiastically andmost capably coached by Messrs. J. Oost-huizen, C. Alexander, E. Richards, N. Hoy,E. Chantler,J. Willis and R. Breetzke. Mrs. T.Wynne and the Tuckshop Committee onceagain supplied oranges and served refresh-ments on Saturday mornings. This service isgreatly appreciated by all concerned.With an increase in the number of teams

this year in both the Junior and HighSchools, playing space has been at a pre-mium. All our teams had to manage withonly one match practice a week supplement-ed by daily 20 minute "run arounds".Have you ever thought how long a player

actually has the ball in his possession duringa game? I am sure that it wiJl be a surprise tomany to learn that no player has his handson the ball for longer than one minute andusually much less. What is he doing for therestofthegame? Heshould be supporting hisown team or putting the opposition underpressure - this is what makes a game ofrugby such a team game.We as coaches, players and parents must

at all times expect and display the higheststandards of behaviour and sportsmanshipboth on the field and from the touch-line. Wemust respect the a uthori ty of the referee at alItimes and ensure that we do nothing todiscredit the game, our heritageor our school

whether at home or away. Defeat must beaccepted with good grace and victory withhumility.

U12A TeamAfter a very promlsmg start, the UI2A

team seemed to lose concentration during thesecond half of the season. Mistakes followedmistakes, kicking seemed to become moreimportant than running and their wholegame fell apart. Although they did make aneffort to pull themselves back into aneffective match-winning rhythm, their tack-ling was found wanting. Poor tackling oftenallowed their opponents to get back into thegame. In their last match of the season theypaid the penalty for irresolute defence whenthey were comprehensively beaten by Ronde-bosch after being down 7-6 at half-time.

U12BThe U 12B rugby side had a very good season.Of 13 matches played they lost only 3.Included in the 13 matches were 4 against Asides. Indi vidually there were no real stars inthe side but the team always went onto thefield with a positive approach.TEAM SPIRIT AND 15 MAN RUGBY weretheir watchwords.

My advice to them is to remember thatrugby is a game to be ENJOYED by all whoplay it. If you lose, good luck to the betterteam ON THE DAY.Find out where your team, and you as an

individual, went wrong and try to correctthese faults in the next match.

U12CI am sure that all the boys who played for

the U12C team this year enjoyed their rugby.Unfortunately they did not have very muchtime to practise but, in spite of this, theirrecord shows that they were opponents to bereckoned with.

UllAThe UilA rugby team developed into a

very fine team. The forwards always gave oftheir best and played very well. The loose trioof Buckland, Cilliers and Daly were veryeffective and at times outstanding. Theopposition, especially the back-line, werealways aware of them. The tight forwardsassured us of many scrums against muchheavier packs. The front row of Phyfer,Romyn (hooker) and Glaum was solid. R.Romyn showed up as a fine prospect as ahooker. M. Guld and H. Connellan, our two

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WYNBERG BOYS' JUNIOR SCHOOL - UNDER 12A RUGBY TEAMBack Row R Broadhead, W Marks, G. Louw. H MervIs, M Louw.Standing S Rodrtgues, D Meeser V Thackwray, G Thurston. B van RIJswIJk. I. Lamb.Seated M Gregory. L Ryan, Mr J F Oosthuizen (Coach). J Buckland, Mr C. Alexander (Coach),

I Koenlngsfesl. D Marcheslnl

locks, did sterling work in the line-outs andscrums. M. Guld developed into a fine line-out jumper. In the loose-scrum all theforward showed what good players theywere. The back-line took a while to settledown, but once confidence wa gained, theyran very impressively and hawed ounddefence. D. Breed (capt.) improved a greatdeal at scrum-half and is a very fine pro pect.His combination with H. Taylor at fly-halfwa instrumental in the improvement of thebackline. H. Taylor howed what a finerugby player he is. A real crash-tackler and afine runner with the ball. He played very wellat fly-half. M. Cawood and D. chell develop-ed a good combmation at centre and (at last)developed attacking flair. Their defence was

ound. J. Kruger played very well on thewing and had many a fine run. He mustjustlearn to go for the corner. . Heilbron wasalso a hard runner and a ound tackler, buthis play seemed to deteriorate towards theend. C. imons came in a full-back afterbeing scrum-half for the B side and surprisedus all with hi ability. Well done, Craig. All inall, r fe I it has be n a very ucces ful andenjoyable sea on.

lIBThe season started off well with several

notable wins, particularly the match playedagainst Bishops which we won. Unfortun-ately, several successive defeats later in theea on owing mainly to lack of support and

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poor defence hammered at the team's confi-dence. Many valuable lessons were learntand much of the initial spirit towards the endof the season. They should enjoy greatersuccess next season.

As many boys showed enthusiasm, a Cteam was introduced during the second halfof the season. After a very shaky start theteam soon learnt the rudiments of the game.An enthusiastic Old Boy, Dick Barnett, tookthis team under his wing and built a goodteam spiriL.

UlOA successful sea on. I think this simple

sentence sums it all up.

UlOAIn all, ten games were played this season.

The analysis of these games is: won seven,drawn one, lost two. Thus we have had whatmay be termed a fairly successful sea on.More important than this though, is the factthat the side developed a brand of rugbywhich, if encouraged, will become a delightto spectators and players alike.It is great fun to see the non-player

gradually develop into a solid ball-player ashis knowledge of the game improves. Addedto this is the development of both, person-ality and confidence, both on the field and inthe classroom.Also of importance is the in terest shown by

parents in their sons and the side he playsfor. Our grateful thanks to them for provid-ing spectators and transport whenever need-ed. A special word of thanks to the fatherwho could notcontain themselves as pectat-ors alone and became actively involved withthis team by providing a pre-requisite for anygame - namely a good referee.

UIOBThe team had a most succe sful season,

having lost only one game. A definitepattern of play developed at the beginning ofthe season. The forwards were the powerbehind the team's success, but as the sea onwore on, the back-line began to settle down.lt also became apparent that the boys hadrealized that rugby is a team game. Withthis golden rule established, there wasnothing that could stop them.

UlOeAn under IOC was started in the latter half

of this season. This has proved so ucce sful

that it will now become a regular feature onthe UlO calendar. Our grateful thanks to MrHopwood for assistance given in refereeingthese games.

MINI RUGBYThe Welsh Rugby Union recently devised

this 9-a-side game which we brought intopractice fully this year. It is a modified andsimplified game played by our internalleague involving mainly td.l and 2 groups.It is played across the field i.e. between the 25yard line and goal-line. Much excitementwas added to the game when portable min-rugby posts were constructed and donated byMr Melliar, who is an Old Boy. We are verygrateful for this added stimulus. During theeason we played mini-matches againstseveral schools with the emphasis on pureunrestricted enjoyment, the results were thatboth sides, the referee (continuity supervisor)and parents won the games.

& long asYOUVegotamatch,

YOUVe got a friend.

RIGHTfORO SEAAl.HRtPP IoW(tNlSOt

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Cricket at Wynberg continues to maintainits high standard although we are havingnothing ofbrilliance to report in the activitiesof our senior teams this season. Our juniorsides ha ve done well.The South African Nuffield week was held

in Cape Town during January of this year,and once again it was a great success.Stephen Howell and Ricky Farrant were ourrepresentatives selected to represent theirProvince.The two Western Province teams selected

for this week acquitted themselves wellespecially the B side under the capablecaptaincy of John During of R.B.H.S. whowas eventually chosen as vice-captain of theS.A. Nuffield XI, together with Danie duToit of Paul Roos, our other W.P. selection.The S.A. Nuffield XI played comparativelywell against Eddie Barlow's strong Provin-cial side. Congratulations to these twooutstanding cricketers.

In our School Team our bowling ability isfar superior to the batting technique. Withpractice, dedication, determination and ap-plication this latter weakness can be elimin-ated. Under the coaching of our professional,Graham Barlow, the team was moulded intoa functional unit and, with the help of MrBrian Ingpen, who was in charge of them,they tried hard to improve the performanceof the team.Stephen Dalton took over the captaincy

from Stephen Howell and has tried veryhard. He will have to infuse a tenacious spiritinto his side to encourage them to turn allincidents in a match to our favour.The results and example of the senior

teams always affect the spirit in a schoolclub. Thejunior players emulate the attitudesand confidence of their peers. We would liketo see the swagger and confidence return asour sides take the field either when fieldingor batting.

Graham Barlow has been scoring con-sistently weU in matches for his county,Middlesex, and Brian Ingpen, who hasrecently returned from furlough in Britain,tells me that Graham is hoping to be selected

for a tour in our ummer season. This willmean another coaching change for the clubnext season - and good luck to you Graham!At the close of the season Chris Hyland

headed the bowling averages although PeterHanmer bowled the most overs and also tookthe most wickets. Barry Snowball had thehighest batting average, although SteveDalton was the most consistent batsman inthe team.Peter Hanmer was the most consistent

junior all-rounder and can be singled out asthe most promising of our younger players.Itis with gratification and sincere pleasure

that I can record the successes of uur under15A and under 14A teams under the super-vision of Eddy Blignaut and Keith Richard-son respectively. In the under 15A we havesome individual players of outstanding abil-ity: "Smiler" Bridgens, our talented wicket-keeper and opening batsman, has withAndrew Cillie set a high standard of efficien-cy for this team. Cillie is a very gifted all-rounder and a batsman of distinction. AngusUoyd, Derek Johnson, Kenneth Herringerand Wayne Gabb have contributed to thesuccess of this team from time to time. Anyteam that has six stars should eclipse allopposition. David Peacock has captained hisside astutely.Once again I must record our thanks andsincere gratitude to the staff coaches for theiruntiring dedication and devotion above thecall of duty. Messrs Lindsay Eachus (2ndXI), Johan Louw (3rd Xl), Colin Vale(4th XI)and Vere Parkins (5th Xl) coached the seniorsides, while Eddy Blignaut supervised theunder 15 teams with Christo Crous. KeithRichardson was in charge of the under 14players with Mike Harris, Richard Marinusand the ever-green Alf Morris looking afterthe week-day under 140 team which playsmore matches than any other team in anygiven season. Keep it up Alf!

Keith Richardson and his staff of keen andwilling boarder supervise the maintenanceand di tribution of cricket gear to teams. Allour team are very well equipped and ourHeadmaster, êhool Committee and P.T.A.

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are to be thanked for their adequate provisionin thi department.

Mr Jack Payne, our efficient and re pectedgroundsman, and his staff have againprovided the club with turf wickets havingexcellent playing surfaces, especially on ourtwo main field. He contends with manymajor problems but will alway go the extramile when necessary, and is most co-operat-ive.

Every match must have two umpire touphold fairne in the game. To all the staffmember and parent and friend whoas i t in the dutie we would again expresour gratitude. Without you cricketwould loseits high standard as a game for sportsmen.[n thi regard [ would like to thank MessrsHowell, Rosuter and aunders particularlyfor helping with the 1st XI. fn the same waywe must thank the scorers, especially RoyRudolphe who scored for the first XI.One of the joys of coach ing chool boys is to

be associated with the enior cricketer whohave achieved greater ucce se in later life.More especially thi year ha it been thejunior member of the W.P. urrie upquad. Garth le Roux had an outstanding

season for Eddie Barlow's We tern Provinceteam a did Alan Lamb and Gary Bricknell,Mike Bowditch who did so well a captain ofthe W.P. B team was al 0 the captain ofTechnical College, the winning club team inour enior competition. Well done Mike!Mike has always played and encouraged atype of cricket with which we at Wynberg arehappy to associate ourselve. Mickey Giles,John Cawood and Neville Budge, all OldBoy , helped Techs to win the league.On the catering ide we would again thank

our cricketing mothers for their help inrunning the tuck hop so efficiently. Mes-dames Hanmer, Howell and Wallender houldbe mentioned in particular. The lunchesprovided at Littiewood House are alwaysenjoyed by the 1 t XI and their vi itors.Matron and the staff are to be thanked forthi provision.The Hou e matches were played more

competitively and more seriously this year_In this type of cricket the responsi bie playersof the future are easily spotted and thesegames provide an excellent means by whichspectators can di cover the talent of thefuture.The eptember Weck will be held in

Kimberley thi year. We would like to expresour appr ciation and thank to the organ-

isers for their hard work and for thehospitality afforded our players during theseweeks.

AWARDS

The John Lindsay Bat: for the batsman scor-ing the most run for the 1st XI: R. Farrant.

The Da uid Powell Cup: for the most accom-plished batsman in the 1st Xl: R. Farrant.

Honours: S. Howell (re-award); R. Farrant.Colours: . Dalton; G. Forbes; R. Farrant (re-award); P. Hanmer; D. Hawla; S. Howellre-award); C. Hy!and; K. Miller; K.Munnik(re-a ward).

Batting (for making a century): R. Farrant;G. utherland.

J. Mathew

1st Xl CRICKET

Fourth Term 1975After the Cape chools' Cricket Week ineptember (report in 1975 magazine) the first

eleven settled down to hard practice underthe enthusiastic Mr Graham Barlow. FishHoek cau ed an upset when they crashedthrough our top five batsmen for only 26runs. The tail wagged but our total of 6 runswa pas ed by Fish Hoek with three wicketsleft. Mitigating factors were a damp pitchand intermittent rain which never allowedthe batsmen to settle down.

Hostile bowling by Farrant (5/12) andForbes had Plumstead 47/6 but a fight-backenabled them to reach 136. Dalton (35),Miller (24) and Hadwen (21) laid a goodfoundation but a batting collapse let Plum-stead take the match by nine runs.

A combined Wynberg/Rondebosch sidetaak on Alma 2A. Forbes and Farrant bowledwell but the former was unlucky to see twocatches dropped - both by our boys. Ourbatsmen fared reasonably against a goodAlma attack but credit must also go to Greenand Barnard of Rondebosch. Alma won inthe limited number of overs.Tension ~as rife toward the close of our

match against Pinelands when Hanmer,Hawla and Forbes skittled for 62. We had tofight our way to victoryand in the processlo t even wickets. It wa unfortunate thatHowell wa incapacitated for most of thematch after being injured while taking abrilliant diving catch to his left.

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A resolute 73 from Howell and swash-buckling knocks from Miller (43)and Farrant(40) helped to amass 193/6 declared. Hawla(50/3) bamboozled the opposition with a finedisplay of leg-spin bowling.Sportsmanlike attitudes always leave a

pleasant taste. The Bergvliet Nuffield bats-man Bridgens, having been bowled byHawla's googly acknowledged the deliverybefore leaving the field. Later our wicket-keeper Robertson appealed for a stumpingbut immediately apologised and withdrewthe appeal - he apparently did not have theball when he broke the wicket. These wereproud moments in schoolboy cricket.Stephen Howell, Ricky Farrant, David

Hawla and "Saucy" Robertson left us at theend of 1975. Throughout their spell in theFirst Eleven they have worked hard for theteam. We wish them well in the future.Particularly do we thank Howell for hisresolute and selfless captaincy over twoyears. Thank you, Steve!

Results of Matches(Note: Rain prevented play in our fixturesagains SACS and Paul Roos Gymnasium).us Fish Hoek:Wynberg 86 (Munnik 19, R. Bing 13)Fish Hoek 88/7 (Farrant 5/19)Lost by 3 wickets

us Plumstead:Plumstead 136 (Farrant 5/12; Miller 2/10)Wynberg 127 (Dalton 35; Miller 24; Had-wen 21).

Lost by 9 runs.

us Pinelands:Pinelands 62 (Hawla 2/4; Hanmer 3/12;Forbes 2/22).

Wynberg 63/7 (Miller 14)Won by 3 wickets

us Berguliet:. Wynberg 193/6 (Howell 73; Miller 43; Farr-

ant 40).Bergvliet 106 (Hawla 5/30; Farrant 2/5;Hanmer 2/9).

Won by 87 runs.

AVERAGES (September - December 1975)

First Term 1976Without our sheet anchors Howell and

Farrant, our relatively young and inexper-ienced team had to rely on their ownresources. A feature has been the greatlyimproved fielding and here Chri Hyland

deserves special mention. Peter Hanmer,Steve Dalton and Keith Miller haveenhancedtheir reputations over the term but theenthusiastic Gary Forbes has been a little offtarget although it must be said that he haslost a few wickets in the slips. Excellen t seambowling by Bishops and inexperienced batt-ing led to our dismal 69 in the first match ofthe year. New-cap Grant Cawood snatchedtwo Bishops' wickets but their 70/4 repre-sented the ease of their victory. Again theblood-pressure rose in our encounter withPinelands whose 109 nearly became awinning score. The sound efforts by ChrisHyland and Peter Hanmer turned possibledefeat into a narrow victory although it wasleft to the last wicket to score the eight runsnecessary for victory.Our defeat by eight wickets at the hands of

Herzlia in a Clicks Knock-out Match wasindeed unfortunate, and only Kevin Munnikcame out of the match with any degree ofcompetence.

An aggressive start against Paul Roosfaded in the all-too-familiar batting collapse.We had no answer to the South AfricanNuffield player, Dawie Du Toit, who provedto be a threat with bat and ball.Form returned in our two-day match

against Cape Town Cricket Club. Led byGraham Barlow, our batsmen fought theirway to the very respectable score of 19l.Peter Hanmer (45) and Grant Cawood (25)had an excellent stand of 87 which producedsparkling and attacking batting. With theball, Peter Hanmer's 2/55 in 25 overs was asound display of accurate seam bowling.Although our second innings came apart,Cape Town had to battle to win the match onthe last ball. The sporting and encouragingattitude of the Cape Town players wasoutstanding but one wonders whether school-boys do begin with any advantage whenplaying against men's teams .Lusty hitting was a feature of this year's

Old Boys' Match. The "veterans" amassed229 in quick time but again it was Hanmer'sbowling which had the opposition groping attimes. Munnik and Barlow provided stoutopposition but it was particularly KeithMiller's six boundaries in 41 which producedsparkle. It was perhaps a pity that GaryBricknell, the provincial spinner, was askedto bowl throughout our innings. Against oUItop-order it was fair game but the lower ordercould not cope.

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his accuracy and movement in our matchagainst Plumstead. Their 169 declaredand our poor batting performance put themahead by 10 runs at the elo e. GrantCawood had a grand attacking knock,omething which others hould note.

teve Dalton, Keith Miller, Gary Forbesand Barry nowbalI put up a ound battingdi play for us to ask Rondebosch to make144. Chns Hyland (4 29) Look the heartoutofthe Rondebosch batting line-up while earlierForbes and Hanmer had laid a goodfoundation with hostile and attackingbowling.Our thank go to Mrs Hanmer and her

team of ladie who operate the tuckshopduring our matches while the support of

taff-members and parents is always en-couraging. More Old Boys would be atremendous boost. To Mr Barlow we areindebted for his absolute enthusiastic desirethat the team should do weil. Mr Payne andMr Mathew, as always, have provided fieldsand organisation while their interest intremendouslyencouraging.The team ha had an uphill struggle but,

above all, they have given of their best andhave been weil led by teve Dalton to whommust go thank for efficient organisation. Iam confident that from the experiences of the1975 76 ea on, the team will consolidateforthe future.

B.D. Ingpen

FIRST CRICKET TEAM 1976Back Row G Cawood. P Hanmer, G Forbes, M van Rensburg, G Sutherland.Middle Row R Rudolphe (Scorer), R DaVies, A Marcheslnl, R. Blng, T. Broomfield, B Snowball,

G BlngSeated K Miller, Mr B Ingpen (Manager), S Dalton (Captain), Mr N R Blackbeard (Headmaster),

C Hyland (Vice-Captain), Mr J Mathew, K MunnikAbsent Mr G. Barlow (ProfeSSional Coach)

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Results of Matchesus BishopsWynberg 69 (Marchesini 14)Bishops 70/4 (Cawood 2/11)Lost by 6 wickets.

us Pinelands High School:Pinelands 109 (Miller 2/6; Cawood 2/11)Wynberg 111/9 (Hyland 32; Miller 21; Dal-ton 16)

Won by 1wicket

us HerzliaWynberg 68 (Munnik 20)Herzlia 83/2Lost by 8 wickets.

us Paul RoosWynberg 111 (Miller 35; Dalton 18)Paul Roos 114/4Lost by 6 wickets

us Cape Town Cricket ClubWynberg 191 (Barlow 52; Hanmer 45;Cawood 25)

C.T.C.C. 269 (Hanmer 2/55)Wynerg 98 (Barlow 24)C.T.C.C. 22/3 (Hanmer 2/10)Lost by 7 wickets.

us Old BoysOld Boys 229 (Bakkum 81; Reyneke 48; B.Smith 32; Barlow 3/51; Hanmer 2/43)

School 137 (Miller 41; Munnik 29; Barlow23; Dalton 18)

Lost by 92 runs.

us PlumsteadPlumstead 169/6 dec. (Miller 2/39)Wynberg 61 (Cawood 17)Lost by 108 runs.

us RondeboschWynberg 144 (Dalton 42; Forbes 27; Miller

26; Snowball 17 n.o.)Rondebosch 118/8 (Hyland 4/29)Match Drawn.

Auerages (January - March 1976)

Batting:Snowball 22,0Dalton 17,7Miller 17,4Munnik 13,0Forbes 12,4Van Rensburg 12,0Hanmer 10,7Cawood 8,6Marchesini 7.5

Bowling:Hyland 6/79 = 13,2Hanmer 13/195 = 15,0Miller 7/159 = 22,7Cawood 5/11 = 23,6Forbes 5/249 = 49,

2nd XIThe Second xl was a strong side on paper.

We were a spirited combination, and all thegames were played in the manner in whichcricket should be played.

Our statistics are not a true reflection ofthe standard of cricket which we played. Weplayed 8, won 1, drew 2, and lost 5. We oftenplayed our opponents' first teams, but wecould have done better than we did. Thanksto Mr Eachus for his keenness which spreadamong us. There were constantly playersbeing promoted to the first side (8 in all), buthis and our keenness never failed. Thanks toall the parents for their support andespecially to Mrs. Wallender for running thetuck shop.The following represented the Seconds: R.

Bing; J. Hadwen; R. Tyson; R. Hawla; R.Davies; G. Bing; R. Symmonds; B. Snowball;A. Wallender; G. Bell; D. Lindun; V. vanRensburg; M. van Rensburg and G. Suther-land.

BATI'ING AVERAGESInn. N.O. Tot. Av.

R. Bing 6 157 26,1J. Hadwen 7 155 22,1M. v Rensburg 6 117 19,9

BOWLING AVERAGES

BellWallenderSutherland

Runs13715981

Av.15,215,916,2

Wkts.9105

Resultsus Bishops IIBishops 169/8 (Bell 5/26; Lindup 2/37)W.B.H.S. 99 (Davies 29; Hadwen 26)Lost by 70 runs

us Sea Point IW.B.H.S. 67 (Davies 19)Sea Point 68/5 (Wallander 2/6)Lost by 5 wickets

us Berguliet IBergvliet 17 / (Bell 2/1 Wallander2/37; Hawla 3/24)

W.B.H.S. 56/9 (Hadwen 25)Draw

us .A.C.S. IIW.B.H .. 144 (Sutherland 38; Bing 30; M.Rensburg 22).A.C.S 104/ (Bell 2/3, utherland 2/14;

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vs Paarl B.H. 1P.B.H. 112 (Munnik 3/4; utherland 2/29)W.B.H .. 69 (Hadwen 17, Bing 15)Lost by 43 run

vs Old BoysW.B.H .. 214 (Bing 100, Symmonds 27,

Lindup 27)Old Boys 197Won by 17 runs

vs ettlers IW.B.H. 124 (Hadwen 60; Wallendar 27)ettler 125/5 (Wallendar 3/16)

Lo t by 5 wicket

v R.B.H. . JJW.B.H. . 162/5 (M. van Rensburg 55;

ymmonds 24; Tyson 24)Rondebosch 16615 (V. van Rensburg 2/3

3rd XIvs R.B.H. .

W.B.H .. 69/3 (Organ 29; Vann 6/10)R.B.H .. 67/10Wynberg won by 7 wickets

vs BishopW.B.H .. 146/3 (Munnik 4 n.O.; Moch 27n.o.)

Bishops 154/6Draw

v .A.C ..W.B.H. . 1 616 (Organ 51; Bendix 3Maile 32; Cape 7/59 (incl. hat·trick).A.C .. 12 110

Wynberg won by 5 runs

v We terfordW.B.H .. 72/10We terford 73/4Lo t by 6 wickets

v TygerbergW.B.H .. 10 17(Organ 5/2; Munnik 21)

Tygerberg 104/ 10Won by 3 wickets

'Rain stopped play' was nearly our lotduring thi term, but of the 5 matches playedwe won 3, lo t 1 and dramatically failed towin the Bi hop game.Thi game was typical of the performance

of the team in that they played trong

aggre si ve cricket throughout. Bishops, ourstrongest opponents next to Westerford,suffered 3 run·outs, all due to magnificentfielding by our team. Watling, Organ andVann did duty as opening bowlers and hadsome good games. Maile, as our spinner, tiedup our opponents well and took a number ofcrucial wickets.

Our batsmen did well in all matches.teady batting produced good scores. Mun-

nik, Organ, Maile, Moch and Bendix scoredome good totals. Our number il, Croome,

saved the Tygerberg match when promotedto No. . He batted splendidly and scored 17runs, thereby frustating the fast bowlersagain t him and the Tygerberg hopes ofvictory.

All members of the team enjoyed ourgames under the captaincy of Bendix, andwe hope to go from strength-to-strength.

4th XlThe fourth team enjoyed the second half of

the eason but was only moderately success-ful, in winning 3, drawing 2 and losing 3.Many of the opponents were too strong forus, but we alway managed to avoid a reallycalamitous defeat.

Time and again Murie's very consistentspinning saved the side from disaster. Thebig moment of the season was Lourens' nearcentury (2 runs short) against Bishops.Schluter had several good innings.Results:Wins: vs ACS; vs CBC; vs BishopsLosses: vs Lansdowne; vs Plumstead; vs SeaPoint.

Draws: vs Voortrekker; vs Zwaanswyk.

U 15A CricketThe U15A side is a side possessing players

for almost every occasion. They have fastbowlers, off pinners and a leg spinner. Theyhave ound opening batsmen (at timesbrilliant), a cavalier middle order and a tailcapable of s.taving off defeat when the higherorder has collapsed. There is even a wicket-keeper-batsman and David Peacock is anastute captain.The openers, Bridgens and Cillie, oncecored 142 between them for a lO-wicket win.Herringer once took 7 wickets for runs,

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UNDER 15A CRICKET TEAM 1976Back Row K Breed. W Gabb. J Hams. D Wilson. K Hernnger. A Cillie. H PageFront Row A Lloyd. K Brtdgens. Mr N Blackbeard. D Peacock ICapt ) Mr E Bllgnaut (Coach).

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including a hat-trick. Later in the sea onJohnson showed that he could tie goodbatsmen down completely with his accurateoff- pin, Uoyd that he could nag the best ofbowling and Gabb that. he could di turb themost. stubborn of partnerships.This type of side hould be one which could

take Wynberg back to former levels ofachievement and. although they have hadthe ervice of a profe sional. the future doesnot seem that rosy. What produce themediocre results and a disappointed profe -ional? The an wer lie perhap in a word -attitude. Thi doe affectconfidence, concen-tration. con i tency, aggre sion and dedicat-ion. There i a lack of omething of thecricket "atmo phere" (which may be seen inour dearth of talent. - we truggled to fieldtwo sides initially). Few U15's attendNewland matche and virtually nonebother about statIstics - either their own orthose of the star. Neverthele . t.heirmatche are enjoyable aturday morningoutings.

For the record: Played ,labandonedmidway; won 3, lost 3, drew 1.

us .A.C ..Wynberg 95/5 (Bridgens 56).A.C .. 96 6.A.C. . won by 4 wickets

u PlumsteadWynberg 44 1 (Herringer 7Plum Lead 43 all outWynberg won by 9 wickets

u t. GeorgesWynberg 142 for no wicket (Bridgens 65;Cillie 72)t. Georg 13 (John son 4 27)

Wynberg won by 10 wicket

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u PlumsteadWynberg 9/3 (Cillie 52 n.o.)Plumstead 14616 (Peacock 3/32)Match Drawn.

us Fi h HoekFish Hoek 9 IMatch abandoned

us Bishops BWynberg 621Bishops B 60 (John on 416; Wilson 3/24)Wynberg won by 2 wickets

us Rondebo chWynberg 71Rondebo ch 157/6 (Gabb 3/44)R.B.H.S. won by 6 run

U15B xlAfter a disastrous start to the season,

losing by 10 wickets to Bishops, the U 15Bteam never looked back again and went on tobeat team after team. Many of the matcheswere decided in the last few minutes'of thegame, and the match against Plu~steadended with a victory for Wynberg Wlth thelast balI of the day. Although there were noreal stars in the side, team spirit played avery important part in their many successes.Geoffrey Palser, the captain, through wisebowling changes and good field placing,always kept the players alert and wideawake.

GOOD PERFORMANCES:Batting:Andrew: 23; 25; 52 not out.Breed: 67; 28KasseI: 2Page: 29

Bowling:Breed 5/2; 6/1KasseI: 61l7; 4/14Hochfelden: 4/19; 3/11Davel: 31 ; 3/9Page: 4/3

Results:1. lost to Bishops by 10 wickets2. Beat Fish Hoek by 42 runs3. beat Rondebosch by 42 runs4. beat Plumstead by 54 runs5. beat Hottentots Holland by 7 runs6. drew against Savio (rain stopped play)7. beat Sea Point by 3 wickets8. lost to Westerford A by 4 wickets.

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U14 XIFirst Term 1976The under 14 year is a most important one

in a young cricketer's development. It is herethat the knowledge is indicated, thatenjoymen t of the game of cricket stems froma thorough mastery of the basics. It is nogood learning how to perfect the sweep if onedoes not know how to back up, or runbetween the wickets. lt is here, too, that theyoung aspirant cricketer learns thatdedlcat-ion and concentration are the fundamentalsof good cricket. Fortunately this was learntearly by the U14A. Enthusiastically l~d byBing, the side rallied together and, at times,played exceptional cricket. Dreyer, on fre-quent occasions, displayed concentratedwatchfulne s in batting - and often was theoccasion when he saved the side byconcentrating and staying at the crease.Uoyd was the sides leading run-getter withthe ability to hit the ball to all corners of thefield. His 60 against Bishops was an inningsworthy of a cricketer many years his seni?r- however, occasional rash shots are sttllproving his downfall. Sneyders headed thelist for the most wickets, but he must developmore aggression in his play if he is going tobe a really great bowler.This is a most competent team which

merits watching in the future. Many playershave the potential to do well, namelyCawood's hat·trick against Rondebosch, anda fine 36 by Van Oudtshoorn against.A.C.S. - and once the side matures and the

players learn to get their heads down andconcentrate at all times, it will prove a mostuseful Wynberg 1st Xl.us BishopsWynberg 110/8 (Uoyd 29; Cawood 24)Bishops 113/5 (Sneyders 3/22)Bishops won by 5 wickets

us PlumsteadWynberg 7/8 (Dreyer 25; van Oudtshoorn22)

Plumstead- 89/4Plumstead won by 6 wickets

us RondeboschWynberg 99/9 (Dreyer 26 n.o.)Rondebosch 54/9 (Cawood 5132)Match drawn

us Fish HoekWynberg 60/3 (van Oudtshoorn 24)Fish Hoek 53110 (Snyders 314; Uoyd 3/6)Wynberg won by 7 wickets

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Under 14BResults:7/2/76 vs SettlersWynberg 50/10Settlers 5 /3 Settlers won by 7 wickets.

11/2/76 vs Bergvliet ABergvliet 55/10Wynberg 54/2 Match drawn

21/2/76 vs MilnertonWynberg 50/3Milnerton 46/10 Wynberg won by 7 wickets

6/3/76 vs BishopsBishops 82/1 Rain stopped play.

13/3/76 vs R.B.H.S.Wynberg 76/10 Wynberg lost by runsR.B.H. . 8/10

20/3/76 vs V.C.B.C.;Wynberg 7/10 Match drawnC.B.C.75/9

THE TEAM: G. Rightford; R. Anderson; K.Bames; M. Ruthel; C. Atmore; D. King; E.Rudolphe; B. Trevaskis; G. Piekering, D.Everett; N. Clancy.

If success is measured in games won, thishas not been a very successful year so far.However, if one measures it in hard-fought,interesting cricket, then the squad has beensuccessful.The first match revealed our weakness -

lack of a penetrating bowling attack. Wecould score runs but we did not seem to beable to prevent our opponents scoring either.The results were close scores, cliff-hangermatches in fact. The Bergvlietgame went tothe last minute of time and, after putting onthirteen runs in the last two overs, we were 1run short oftheirtotal in the end. Rightford's19 runs were a feature ofthat game. AgainstMilnerton our bowling was better, and at thecrease Piekering and Barnes, in a partner-

UNDER 14A CRICKET TEAMStanding. N. Schrauweur, A. Sneyders, D Dendy-Young, M Hili, D King, T DrurySeated B Cawood, A. Lloyd, Mr N Blackbeard, B Blng, Mr K CRIchardson, G Dreyer, I. van

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hip of 34 runs, set us on course to win. Thefourth match was rained out after Bishopshad used two soggy balls to reach 2.Against Rondebosch our tail-enders justfailed to hold out for eight more runs. Thelast match was also tense, our fielding wasgood but the match was drawn.

Much credit for the good team spirit mustgo to the captain, Grant Rightford, whosesound knowledge of the game earned the co-operation of his team mates and shouldensure a successful end to the season.

Under l4C:The under 14C team had a fairly good

season. In their first match they showedconsiderable determination in beating 8is-hops.

In the second match however, theyslumped rather badly, but they did pull outall the stop in their third game, a returnmatch against Rondebosch. Lewis scored 4runs in this match.

In their 4th match, the Wynberg boys werewell on top against Bishops when rainstopped play. During this game, Devlinmanaged to bowl three batsmen in threesuccessive balls. Quite a remarkable feat - ahat-trick!In their 5th game, the U14C collapsed

badly and ubsequently lost the match bywickets. However, they were playing againstan U14A team and possibly this was themain rea on for their defeat.The U14C lost their 6th match as well, but

recovered well in their last game which theymanaged to win by 10 wickets.

I would like to add that there was a markedimprovement in mo t of the players towardsthe end of the season. Thi was largely due totheir willingness to attend practices andapply themselves to the task oflearning howto play cricket.Two of the U 14C players managed to work

their way up to the U148 side. Clanceymoved to the 148's as a batsman. Everett'sall round fielding ability impressed the U14Bcoach and he was sub equently moved to theU148 side.

The following are the players who haweddistinct ability and potential:

Devlin was a good all round player andparticularly good as a bowler. His success

was attributable mainly to the fact that hecould consistently bowl a good length in linewith the stumps.

Engelke improved quite remarkably andbecame a very useful little wicket-keeper.

Lewis showed that he could get his headdown when the team was in trouble, and hescored many runs as can be seen in theresults report.

Kassei who was dropped as a bowler fromthe U148 team, turned out to be a fineopening batsman. On occasions, however, hedid tend to be rather rash and would veryoften play very attacking shots from the firstfew balls of the innings.

Wilson has remarkable potential but lacksconcentration and dedication.Results:Games

7Won2

Drawn2

Lost3

Under 140:The under 140 team had a fairly uccessful

and pleasant season. The members of theteam were keen and the games were playedin good spirit.

Most of the players were beginners and, ifthis is taken into account, the team did well,especially as it was usually pitted againstthe A, B or C teams of other schools.The most successful bowler was van Wyk

who took 5 wickets in one match, includingfour wickets in four successive balls.The best batsman was Mathews whose

score of 4 not out was the highlight of theseason's batting.

The fielding improved with every matchand the throwing in too.

It was a very enjoyable season.

SCHOOLS' CRICKET WEEKKIMBERLEY 1976

From an exceptionally well-organi d andk enly-contested week Wynberg emergedwith a good t'ecord. Early season ten ion andrustiness soon wore off as we settled downto some fine scoring hots, excellent fieldingand good bowling. Ofthesuccessful batsmenKeith Miller stood out with a total of 163 runsfor the week, thus giving him the battingprize (20 ahead of hi neare trival). teve

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Dalton, Kevin Munnik and Chris Hylandwere usually among the runs and MichaelVan Rensburg hit the highest score of theweek - 93 before he was bowled. Hylandheaded the bowling average with elevenwicket at an average of 11,3 which reflects aconsi 'tent performance. Hanmer was hot onhi heel with for ninety-four. Mentionmust also be made of Forbes and Munnikwho bowled well without much success.Overall our fielding was good. Ofthecatchestaken, four were brilliant effort, andfielding and returns to the wicket were of avery high standard.Our victory over Kimberley wa relatively

easy although their la t pair foughtgrimly totave off defeat. . et to make 202 to win,elborne clo ed up from the start of their

inning to force a tame draw. It i a credit toour bowlers and fielder that they managedonly 87 runs off 53 over.Dale scraped home against us in and

exciting match but one which showed a littlenegativism on the part of the Dale bowl rs,who persisted in bowling hort outside theoff-stump. They probably had in mind the192 and 202 we had scored on the previoustwo days.

Our most exciting match was the last,against. Union High. They won on the lastbali - a bye to the wicket keeper tandingback! A major improvement will be madewhen each batsman disciplines himself tokeep hi wicket. Wild shot always lead toearly di missals. The bowlers imilarly mustattack the tumps, an art which come al 0

through di cipline and determination.The attitude and behaviour of the team

wa excellent - a desire to win wa veryevident at all time. Off the field our teamwere good ambas adors for the school.

ORE. :vs KIMBERLEY HIGH HOOLW.B.H. . . 192 5 declared (r1.iller 56,

Munnik 4', Oalton 43, Hyland25 n.o.)

K.H. . 92 all out(Hyland 4.72, Munnik2 15, Hanmer 2 1 )

W.B.H... : won by 100 runs

vs ELBOR -E COLLEGEW.B.H .•. : 201 7 declared (Van Rensburg

9:1,Dalton 29, Mlller 15, lIyland14)

~elborne ï 4 (Hanmer 2 9)Match Drawn

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v U 'rON HIGH CHOOLW.B.H .. : 16:2 all out (Munnik 51, Hyland

Hyland 2 , Miller :2 , Dalton14)

Union 16:3 6 (Ilyland :3 40, Munnik2.:2 )

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Dalton 19)Dale 119 6 (Hanmer :3 ;{9, Hyland

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Back Row D Peacock R Blng M van Rensburg G Forbes. P Hanmer G Cawood. A Cillte.B Snowball

Front Row K Miller Mr B Ingpen (Manager) S Dalton. (Captain). Mr W Lennox (Acllng Principal),C Hyland (Vice captain). Mr E Blignaut (Manager). K Munnik

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During the second half of the 1975/76season. The school teams experienced, asusual, a series of peak and low points.However, since the number of games won orlost is not the yardstick (metrestick?) bywhich wemeasure the success ofour sportingprograms, it must be reported that with fiveteams playing in the leagues; a satisfactorynumber of boy participating in the cakeleague games and a very large and enthus-iastic group of beginners receiving theirbaptism from Mr Hoyand Mr Willis, cricketin the Junior School is in a very healthystate.The 13A team enjoyed a very good term 's

cricket, in the course of which they recordedsome notable victories and some unexpecteddefeats. If the former were good for themorale of the team then the latter were goodfor the soul and, hopefully, taught a numberof important lessons. The first beingthatyoumust score enough runs to give your bowlersa chance and the second that you cannotafford to drop catches.The victories over Bishops 'A' (6 wkts);

Dons XI (7wkts) and Western Province Prep.School 'A' (16 runs) were the fir t for manyyears and the boys thoroughly deserved theirsuccess in these games for they played very

13A CRICKET TEAM 1976

Back Row: M. Louw, J. Burnell, D.Schrauwen, W Colborne.

Middle Row. A Poolman. M. SaVers, KRlxon, J. Hams, N. Petersen.

Seated G. Schluter, A Breed (Capt) MrJ.G. Goodacre, J. Jouben, L. Ryan.

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positively. The team also beat John Grahamby 9 wkts and lost to ACJ , Rondeboschand t. Joseph . Had our batsmen managedto score a few more runs, the 13Acould havewon all seven matches as the defeats were allby narrow margin. Unfortunately, thetalented batsmen in the side, and there areseveral, seldom managed to come off to-gether in anyone match.The strength of this present team is

undoubtedly in bowling, fielding and wicket-keeping. Mention must also be made of thevery able captaincy ofAshley Breed, who notonly handled his bowlers and fielders veryintelligently, but managed to instil a prideand team spirit which has been unequalledduring recent years. The following boysdeserve special mention for consistentlygood performances: Ashley Breed, JohnJoubert, Glen Schluter, Leslie Ryan, WayneColbome and Kevin Rixon. If they continueto make progress and maintain their enthus-iasm, these boys should form the nucleus of astrong Fir t xl in a few year's time.The traditional match against the fathers

took place on 13March. Sadly underestimat-ing the boy's determination to thrash theirelders and betters, the fathers declared withtheir score at . The 13Apas ed this meagre

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total for the loss of two wickets (J. Joubert51not out, A. Breed 20 and went on to make 160for 5).

From eptember 26 to Oct. 1 a combined13A, 12A and llA side will be enjoying a tourof Kimberley which has been organi ed withthe kind co-operation of the Headmaster ofthe Kimberley Boys's Junior chool. Fourmatches again t chool and rep re entativesides have been arranged and the boys willalso vi it the Big Hole, The De Beers Mineand Magersfontein battlefield.lftheprinters'chedule permit it, a report of thi tour will

appear in the magazine. The touring party,which will be accompanied by Mr Goodacreand Mr mith is as follow:

A. Breed (captain); J. Joubert (vice-captain);G. chluter; W. Colbome; K. Rixon; L. Ryan;M. ayers; D. Breed; M. Cawood; M. Louw;J.Bumell and C. Daly.School cricket cannot function withou t the

dedicated a istance, co-operation and sup-port of team coache and parents. To thelatter, who give so freely of their time toprovide transport, erve teas and score, orjust to lend their upport and intere t, we aremo t grateful and would like to a sure themof our sincere appreciation for all they do.

J.G. Goodacre

INTER-PROVIN lAL SPORT ATPRIMARY SCHOOL LEVEL

At recent teachers' conferences and otherprofessional gathering delegate have votedoverwhelmingly in favour of di continuinginter-provincial sporting events at Primaryschool level. A meeting of schools affiliatedto the W.P. chools' Cricket Union was heldearlier this year to di cus the future of theInter-provincial Primary chools' Cricketweek, which is held annually in December, inthe light of the controversy surroundingthese tournaments. The meeting decided tocontinue to send Western Province teams toparticipate in the e week.At thi meeting, the delegate from thi

chool informed the Executive ommitteethat, after a good deal of thought anddiscu sion, it had been decided to withdrawour support from the Interprovincial compet-ition. We feel trongly, that school port

hould be an educational and recreationalactivity. Friendly competition on the sportsfield provides opportunities for characterdevelopment, the development and refine-ment of skills and healthy exercise. Theaccumulation of victories and honours,though gratifying, is of very secondaryimportance. The emotional and psychologic-al tresses attendant upon awaiting select-ion for various trials and, eventually, theprovincial team, with the inevitable dis-appointment for the majority, ought not to besuffered by young boys. We are of theopinion, therefore, that interprovincial com-petitions at this level ha ve no educationalvalue and the selection process itself, imposesan unreasonable strain on the boys concern-ed. Consequently, the boys from this schoolwill no longer be available for selection.

We shall, however, continue to participatein the Pieter van der Bijl Primary Schools'Week, held annually in September. This is alocal event involving schools in the WesternCape and i in no ense a competition butmerely an opportunity for the boys to playsome cricket during the September holiday.We hould also be prepared to support theidea of a Schools' Cricket week, in whichchool teams from the various provinces

could meet at a particular centre and play aeries of friendly matches.

J.G. Goodacre

TOUR TO KIMBERLEY26 SEPTEMBER - 1 OCTOBER 1976The tour to Kimberley which was

undertaken during the eptember holidaywa an unqualified succe . In terms ofresults on the cricket field, the boy weresucce ful, winning three and drawing oneof the four matche played. However, thecricket matche were only one aspect of theweek' programme, which also included anumber of educational excur ions to placesof interest in and around Kimberley. It wasfrom the e and the the ocial contacts whichwere made that the boy will have derivedthe most la ting benefit. Tribute must bepaid to Mr. H. Killop, Principal ofKimberley Boys' Junior chool, who madeall the arrangement for u . Indeed, it would

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be difficult to praise too highly the wonderfulco-operation and hospitality we receivedfrom Mr. & Mrs. Killops and the Kimberleyparents who welcomed our boys into theirhomes.Unseasonal rain and violent electrical

storms early in the week made it necessary torevise the programme which had beenorganised by Mr. Killops. Monday's gamewas washed out in spite of the valianteffortsof Mr. Venter, the K.B.J.S. cricketcoach, andhis ground staff to wring out the soddenwicket. The fact that we eventuallycompleted all our crickets fixtures wasentirely due to the hard work by the mastersand groundstaffs early in the week when itlooked as if the programme would have to bedrastically curtailed.Our first excursion was to the

Magersfontein Hills, the scene of one of thebloodiest battles of the Anglo-Boer War. Inthis engagement the Highland brigadessuffered dreadful casualties in a dawnassault on the Boer positions. The boys hadbeen given a short talk on the battle by Mr.Moult, previously Headmaster of K.H.B.S.,and this together with a visit to the museumon the site and a view of the battlefield fromthe lookout point of the koppie, made thisexcursion one of the most interesting andrewarding of the week.The first match of the tour was played on

the Tuesdayagainst Christian Brothers'College. This game, which we won by ninewickets, was notable for some good battingon both sides and some very keen fielding. Inthis game Michael Sayers took a splendidcatch at backward square-leg which set astandard for the rest of the week. Detailedscores appear at the end of the report. In theevening, we all enjoyed a badminton sessionin the K.B.J.S. hall in which the Kimberleyboys clearly demonstrated their superiorityat this particular game.On Wednesday morning we visited the Big

Hole and spent about three hours touring themu eum. This was a fascinating experience.Many of the old buildings erected by thediggers have been reconstructed andfurnished in the style of the period. A'ghostly hand' stiJl plays the organ in the oldLutheran Church and a somewhat lessspiritual shade can be heard knocking out

the hit tunes of the 'nineties' on a batteredpiano in one of the hostelries whichapparently bloomed like daisies inNamaquland on the digging. We could havespent the day there and still not have seeneverything. I know that I was so busyphotographing the pawnshop thatl forgot tolook at the intriguing variety of unredeemedpledges in its windows.In the afternoon we played the postponed

match against our hosts, K.B.J.S.Unfortunately their side was depleted by theabsence of several key players who hadreturned home from boarding school for theholiday. We won this game by 129 runs, JohnJoubert scoring a very good 55 and GlenSchluter taking six wickets for two run.The following morning was spent at De

Beers. We began with a visitto the guard dogtraining school where we watched some ofthe dogs perform almost incredible feats ofdexterity, obedience and balance. Thisdisplay must have been one of the highpoints of the week for the boys. This wasfollowed by a conducted tour of the diamondrecovery plant where we watched the variousprocedures used to separate the diamondsfrom the 'ground' which arrives by conveyorbelt from the five mines situated aroundKimberley. While we were there, we wereshown a 100 carat diamond which hadarrived at the sorting room that morning.The visit concluded with a tour of the ho telsand facilities which are provided for theblack mineworkers.

In the afternoon we played a CombinedSchools' XI at the Escom Sports Ground,which is used for the first league matchesand has a very long boundary. This gamewas played in very windy conditions and, inspite of losing a wicket to the first balI of thematch, our opponents provided our bowlerswith strong opposition. That we eventuallywon by 7 wkts., was largely due to AshleyBreed who followed a good bowlingperformance by scoring an excellent 50 notout.The last day of our stay was set aside for

the game against what was virtually theGriqualand West Primary chool XI. Thiswas a strong combination and we did well tomanage an honourable draw. Ourfieldinginthis game was of a high standard, a indeed

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it had been throughout the week. AshleyBreed and Glen chluter again bowled welland these two also took the major honourswhen it was our turn to bat.After a delay of nearly an hour at the

airport, we very reluctantly took leave of ournew friends who had worked 0 tireles ly tomake the week such a memorableexperiencefor us all and returned to a howling outh-eaSler and more mundane matter.The corebook can give a false impres ion

of the players' contributions to the game,ome of the boy in the team do not figureprominently in the book but each boy playeda significant part in the team' ucces. Thefielding wa always very keen and tight andsome good catches were held and ome smartreturns to the wicket resulted in several runouts. The team spirit was first cia s and theboy were at all times a credit to the school.Their app arance and deportment on thefield was exemplary and was favourablycommented upon on a number of occasions.In fact, they made a very good impres ionwherever they went and did a very goodpublic relations job for the school. It was apleasure for Mr .. mith and I to bea sociatedWlth them.To sum up, the tour was a complete succe s

educatlOnally, ocially and from thecncketing point of view. lithe credit for thismust go to the friendly people of KJmberleywho provided the boys with the opportunity

of enjoying an unforgettable experience.We cannot thank them enough and hope thatthey will decide to visit us soon so that wemay have the opportunity of reciprocating.

RE ULTC.B.C. 5 all out (A.Breed 6 to 16,

D. Eaton 20, I. Kidson 20)Wynberg for 1 (A. Breed 42 not out;

L. Ryan 21, W. Col borne 1WYNBERG WON BY 9 WKTS.

Wynberg : 141 for dec. (J. Joubert 55,J. Burnell 23, D. Breed 22,Ormiston :~ for 39

K.B.J. '. 12 (G. chluter 6 for 2, A. Breed2 for 3)

WYNBERG WO;\! BY 129 RUN

Combined Schools Xl97 for dec. ( ymcox 45 not ou t,Liebenberg 20, A. Breed 3 for 1 ,G. chluter 2 for 31)

Wynberg : 9 for 3 (A. Breed 50 not out,W. Col borne 15)

WYNBERG WON BY 7 WKTS.Kimberley chools Inv;tation Xl

129 for 9 dec. ( ymcox 30, Wiley24, A. Breed 4 for 23, G. chluter2 for 1 )

Wynberg for 4 (A. Breed 39, G. chluter25 not out)M TCH DRAWN

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Back Row G Schluter, CDaly, L Ryan,D Breed

Standing W Colborne. M Savers, KRlxon. J Burnell, M Louw

Seated J Joubert (Vice-Capt.), Mr J. G.Goodacre, A Breed (Capt) MrFA B Smith, M Cawood.

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At the commencement of this year MrNelson arrived at Wynberg. He showed akeen interest in the Athletic Club, and joinedwith the boys in training. His encourage-ment and interest has been greatly appreci-ated by the boys he has trained. Unfor-tunately, in the past years,little interest hasbeen taken in the Athletic Club, so the boyswho were keen on athletics joined outsideclubs. We hope this new spark of interest willcontinue and our special thanks to MrNelson for what he has done for us.The inter-house meeting took place on

Thursday 26th February on the GarrisonGrounds. The athletes produced perform-ances of a high standard. New records wereestablished by A. Dance in the U16 highjump, T. Grey in the U16 BOOm and A. Askewin the U19 shot put. House competition wasclosely contested with Wellington emergingas the victors and Van Riebeeck a closesecond.The Victor Lodorum was M. iebert.22 boys were entered for the Peninsula

School Sports at Zwaanswyk. Rain un-fortunately interfered with the meeting atlunch time and further events were cancelled.10 boys were entered for the WesternProvince trials which were held at Paarl. T.Grey ran well in the 00 m and J. Erasmus,G. Mathew and K. Keet bettered the schoolrecord for the 400 m.The standard of athletics rose this year at

Wynberg and judging by the num ber of boyswho received awards, surely reveals a re-newed interest.Colours were awarded to: A. Dance; A.

Askew; M. Sie bert; G. Pullen; T. Grey; K.Keet; G. Mathew and J. Erasmus.Blues were awarded to: G. Pullen; T. Grey;

K. Keet; G. Mathew and J. Erasmus.

G. Mathew, Captain of Athletics.

ATHLETIC RESULTS 1976

Under 19:Long Jump: (1)K. van Zyl, (2) S. Mundell, (3)G. Davis - 5,77m

400 m: (1) J. Erasmus, (2) G. Mathew, (3) K.Keet 53,6 sec.

Discus: (1) G. Forbes, (2) P. Talbot, (3)M. Punt32,495 m.

200 m: (1) J. Erasmus, (2) M. Siebert, (3) G.Mathew - 24,1 sec.

BOOm: (1) G. Mathew, (2)G. Sutton, (3)A.Colt-man - 2 min 16,7 sec.

1 500 m Walk: (1) E. Tinkier, (2) A. Evans, (3)M. Punt - 7 min 50 sec.hot Put: (1) A. Askew, (2) G. Forbes, (3) A.Gross - 11,75 m.

High Jump: (1) G. Pullen, (2) S. MundelI, (3)R. Byl - 1,60 m.

100 m Hurdles: (1) M. Siebert, (2) N. Schluter,(3) K. van Zyl - 17,4 sec.

100 m: (1) M. Siebert, (2) K. Keet, (3) J. Eras-mus - 11,7 sec.

1 500 m: (1) G. van Rooyen, (2) D. Ford, (3) A.Cross

Under 16:Shot Put: (1) M. van Rensburg, (2) A. Gerber,(3) G. Neugebauer - 10,52 m.

BOO m Walk: (1) P. Herringer, (2) C. Lumen,(3) M. Morris - 4 min 11 sec.

High Jump: (1) A. Dance, (2) A. Hubbard, (3)G. Sutherland - 1,67 m.

200 m: (1) T. Grey, (2) G. Cawood, (3) D. Lind-up - 24,9 sec.

1 500 m: (1) A. Marx, (2) R. Evans, (3) K. Gar-rad - 4 min 44 sec.

L. Jump: (1) O. Lindup, (2) J. Edgar, (3) P.Roseveare - 5,2 m.

PYRAMID BUILDINGTop Row A. Gordon. G Johnston. H ReyburnBottom Row' C. Lloyd. M Hughes. G Woodburn

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Greg Pullen. Senior High Jump.

400 m: T. Grey, (2) R. Evans, (3) K. Garrod-54, sec.

Discus: (1) M. van Rensburg, (2) C. Luman,(3) P. Brits - 31,60 m.

100 m H: (1) J. Edgar, (2) C. King, (3) A. Marx- 17,65 sec.00 m: (1) T. Grey, (2) C. Peach, (3) W. Keet-2 min 5,9 sec.

100 m: (1) G. Cawood, (2) R. Evans, (3) J.Edgar - 12,6 sec.

Under 15:00 m: (1) J. Thorne, (2) G. Alexander, (3) C.Clampett - 2 min 19 sec.

200 m: (1) J. achs, (2) M. Bateson, (3) M. Hur-worth - 25,1 sec.

L. Jump: (1) A. Hulme, (2) G. Grevler, (3) M.Hurworth - 5,1 m.

H. Jump: (1) A. Cillie, (2) A. Hulme, (3) M.Bush - 1,47 m.

100 m H: (1) W. Fischer, (2) M. Bush, (3)M.Hurworth - 1 ,5 sec.

1500 m: (1) J. Thorne, (2) A. Cape, (3) G. Alex-ander - 4 min 46, sec.

100 m: J. Sachs, (2) A. Hooper, (3) G. Grevler- 12,5 sec.

Under 14:H. Jump: (1) A. Uoyd, (2) M. Schrauwen, (3)

B. Trevaskis - 1,5 m.200 m: (1) J. Clampett, (2) Dendy-Young, (3)A. Uoyd - 27,5 sec.00 m: (1) C. Buchanan, (2) M. Zwick, (3) A.Cape - 2 min 19 sec.

L. Jump: (1) B. Trevaskis, (2) D. Mathews, (3)B. Turvey - 4,63 m.

75 m H: (1) A. Uoyd, (2) M. Zwick, (3) D. King- 14,0 sec.

100 m: (1) D. Dendy·Young, (2) D. Mathews,(3) C. Clampett - 13, 5 c.

Under 13:75m: (1) B. Cawood, (2) G. Sher, (3) P. Morrow- 10,45 sec.

H. Jump: (1) C. Rixon, (2) G. Sher, (3) C. Hop-kins - 1,34 m.

100 m: (1) B. Cawood, (2) J. van Oudtshoorn,(3) A. Steward - 14,3 sec.

Under 12:75 m: (1) J. Katz, (2) D. Hall, (3) J. Willis -

11,15 sec.100 m: I.Katz, (2) D. Hall, (3) J. Willis - 15,0sec.

Under 11:75 m: (1) H. Taylor, (2) M. Rixon, J. Heilbron- 11,4 sec.

50 m: (1) J. Heilbron, (2) M. Rixon, (3) D. Breed- 7,8 sec.

Under 10:50 m: (1) Swift, (2) Handler, (3) Smith-8,lsec.75 m: (1) Smith, (2) Handler, (3) Kropp -11, 5 sec.

Under 9:50 m: (1) Dick, (2) Engeleke, (3) Connekin -

,4 sec.75m: (1) Engelke, (2) Ward, (3) Dick -12,5sec

RECORD HOLDERSUnder 9:50 m: B. Cawood 8,0 197275 m: B. Cawood 11,8 1972

Under 10:50 m: G. Cawood 7,4 197075 m: G. Cawood 10,8 1970

Under 11:50 m: B. Cawood 7,4 197475 m: B. Cawood 10,9 1974

Under 12:75 m: G. Cawood 10,2 1971100 m: G. Cawood 13,4 1971Under 13:75 m: A. Eyre 9,9 1973100 m: A. Eyre 13,2 1973

Long Jump: A. Eyre 4,90 m 1973High Jump: A. Uoyd 1,35 m 1975Under 14:75 m Hurdles: K. Bluff 12,6 1969100 m: J. Quintan 12,5 1971200 m: K. Bluff 25,1 1969

Long Jump L. Shapiro 5,751 m 1950High Jump: 1. Leeson 1,573 m 195400 m: T. Grey 2:17,6 1974

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Under 15: Discus: E. Coffin 39,572 m 1970100 m: A. Eyre 12,1 1975 100 m Hurdles: G. Spolander 15,7 1972100 m Hurdles: K. Bluff 16,0 1970 100 m Hurdles: S. Ryan 15,7 1972200 m: A. Eyre 24,6 1975 00 m Walk: E. Renton 3:50,3 1972800m: T. Grey 2:12,0 19751500 m: P. ZWlck 4:41,5 1970 Open:Long Jump: K. van Zyl 5,68 m 1974 100 m Hurdles: N. Riley 14,5 194Long Jump: A. Eyre 5,68m 1975 L. Oosthuizen 14,5 196High Jump: R. Louw 1,639 m 1970 100 m: B. Eyre 11,55 1975

200 m: L. Shapiro 23,2 1953Under 16: 400 m: C. Felbert 53,0 1963100 m: B. Eyre lI, 1974 800 m: C. Felbert 2:2,2 1963200 m: L. Shapiro 23,6 1952 1500 m: A. Burman 4:24,0 1973400 m: B. Schneider 54,1 196 1500 m:Walk: K. Evans 7:30,6 1974400 m: G. Mathew 54,1 1974 Long Jump: B. Eyre 6,70 m 1975800 m: T. Grey 2:5,9 1976 High Jump: A. Knight 1,755 m 19741500 m: M. Paver 4,351 1973 hot Put: A. Askew 11,75 m 1976Long Jump: B. Eyre 6,37 m 1974 Discus: R. Louw 34,22 m 1973High Jump: S. Dance 1,67 m 1976Shot Put: D. van der Byl 11,1 1 m 1971 T.N.

ATHLETIC TEAM 1976Back Row. J Edgar. K van Zyl, G. Forbes. J Sachs, K. Lloyd, M HurwonhStanding C Clampett, A. Lloyd, D. Fine, A Dance, D Llndup, T Grey, A Hulme, T TravaskisSealed K Keet, A Askew (Vice-Captain), Mr N R Blackbellrd (Headmaster), G Mathew (Capt)

Mr T Nelson (Coach), J Erasmus, G Pullen

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ATHLETICS TEAM 1976Back Row T Connellan, I Dick, M Ro(On, H Taylor, M, Gregory, A. Breed, D Breed4th Aow G Schluter, j Kruger, M Louw, I Katz, H Connellan, j Willis, W Colborne3rd Aow N Petersen, j Joubert, I Pears, K Ro(On, R. Lamprecht, S Hayman, G. Thurston,

C Gregory2nd Row j Ward, M Daly, A SWift, P Engelke, Mr C. Alexander (Coach). S Heilbron, M Smllh.

C Hall. A KrauseFront Row D Cilliers, J Handler

RE ULTS OF CRO S COUNTRY(1976)

Under 13:1. G. Laporta (DE WAAL) Time: 11:0 ,22. A. Steward (VAN RIEBEECK)3. M. Patterson (RHODES)Under 15:1. J. Thome (WELLINGTON) Time: 15:09,62. C. Buchanan (VAN RIEBEECK)3. A. Erasmus (WELLINGTON)Under 19:1. G. Bell (DE WAAL) Time: 17:57.12. Gutton (RHODE )3. T. Grey (VAN RIEBEECK)

U13U/5U19

TOT:

DE W. RHOS.341 160

457 33852589 1712750 5257

WEL. LTWD.217 277

2722 39682209 30085148 7253

V. R.390

264515424577

FINAL POSITIONS:1. DE WAAL2. LITI'LEWOOD3. RHODES4. WELLINGTON5. VAN RIEBEECK

75087253525751484577

N.RC.

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JUDO

JUDO CLUBCoaches: Mr A. Butcher Snr.

Mr A. Butcher Jnr.Committ('e: Greg Davis (Capt.); C. Olivier(Vice Capt.)

Once again the Judo Club ha had a verysucces -ful year. The lightweight team wonthe We tern Province chools' Team Champ-ionships for th 10th consecutive year. Thisis an out tanding achievement. The heavy-

weight team was unlucky to lose the shield toOudemolen High chool by 2 win to 3.Heavyweight Team: Greg Davi , Grant

Davis, D. Louren , C. Olivier, "Ru ty"Hubbard and B. Katz.Lightweight Team: C. Olivier, D. Lourens,

G. Alexander, M. Whelan and P. wart.In the Western Province Schools Champ-

ionship, Greg Davi , C. Olivier, D. Lourenand Grant Alexander won their respectiveweight groups, while M. Whelan, GrantDavis and F. Lymn were runners-up. C.Olivier won the Chairmans Trophy for thebest judoka of the championships.

In June a We tern Province Judo Teamwas chosen to compete at the outh African

JUDO TEAMBack RoW' G MOrriS. J Melllar. M DavIs. P DavIs. F Lymn. I AndersonFront Row G Alexander. A Hubbard. G DaVIS (Captain). Mr W Lennox (Acting Principal).

D Louwrens. Grant DavIs. B KatzAbsent C OliVier. P Swan

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Championships in Johanne burg. Congrat-ulations go to Grant Davis, C. Olivier, D.Louren , G. Alexander and F. Lymn whowere included in the Western Province Team.David Lourens fought weil and on his returnwas awarded his brown belt.The Judo team will be going on a tour to

Port Elizabeth and Durban in the 'eptemberholiday; thi will include a fight against the• atal chool Team. which was beaten byWynb rg last year.I should like to thank Mr Blackbeard for

his unfailing upport, Mr Oosthuizen for theperiodic u e of the Junior chool hall and aspecial note ofthank to Mr Butcher and hisson for a ucces ful and enjoyable year due totheir expert coaching and interest in theclub.

A Lwrds: Colours: M. Whelan, F. Lyrnn,Grant Davis, B. Katz, L. Lillie, 1.Ander on.Blue: G. Alexander, D. Lourens,Greg Davi .

. Olivier

JUDO TOUR - 1976

During the eptember holiday a strongWynberg Judo Team toured Ea t Londonand Durban. We departed from D.F. MalanAirport and arrived in East London an hourlater to be greeted by our hosts. We had theafternoon free to do as we liked and thatnight we fought against Excelsior Highchoo!. We managed to beat them

comfortably by 7 fights to 2.We left Ea t London early the following

morning and arrived at the Loui BothaAirport. From there we travelled by bu tothe Palmer ton Hotel,which was near thebeachfront. Thl hotel uited the teamextremely well as we w re allowed enormouhelping of food during meal and there wasal 0 a teievl ion et in the lounge.

ur fir t fight wa against Port hep toneJudo lub and the team fought very well towin eleven fight to one. We showed that wewere by far the uperior team both intechnique and experience.

During the day we occupied ourselves withthe many actnritie which Durban has tooffer. the Indian market, the Aquarium, thebeach, ClOemas and the fun-fair where muchmoney was, quandered.

Our last fight was against combined NatalJudo Clubs and once again we won easily bywins to 1. A number ofboys were chosen to

fight for a Western Province Schools sidetogether with boys from other schools, Theywere: G. Davis, A. Hubbard, D. Louwrens, M.Whelan, F. Lynn and P. Swart.

On the whole we hada mostenjoyable tourand returned to Cape Town unbeaten. TheTeam would like to thank Mr. Butcher, ourcoach, for his support.

RESULTSWynbergvsExcelsior High hool

WynbergvsPort Shepstone Club

WynbergvsCombined Natal Clubs

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won 7 - 2

Won 11 - 1

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The season was one of great progress and afair measure of success. Most of our playersshowed great keenness and a tremendousspirit prevailed in all teams. There are somany boys wanting to play at present, thatwe shall probably be entering six teams inthe inter-school competition next season.This year the 1st team maintained its high

morale and fighting ability which provedeffective on the court. A fairly successfulrecord was maintained with 5 victories andoverall third place in the Schools' SuperLeague. We were sorry to lose the services ofRoss Murray and G. StillweIl but werefortunate in gaining the experience of R.Goldblatt a new boy from Rhodesia. The

second couple consisting of C. Moch and K.Ford were consistent throughout with theremaining positions fluctuating. The 2ndTeam obtained second highest points in theirsection. The other teams hardly featured atall, possibly due to their having been enteredin too high a league. Nevertheless, theplayers in these lower teams are tremendous-ly keen and exhibit a fme spirit ofsportsmanship in playing matches againstmuch stronger teams.The Old Boys' match proved to be an

enjoyable afternoon with the result in thebalance right up to the last set played. TheOld Boys' eventually won by 52 games to 47.Our school championships were keenly

contested and proved very enjoyable. Theopen singles was won by Alan Murray andhe with his younger brother Ricky won theopen doubles as weil. Kenneth Ford is theunder 15 champion and also shares theunder 15 doubles trophy with Clive Moch.

FIRST TENNIS TEAMBack Row 0 Fine, R Goldblatt. K Ford, R Murray, C Moch.Front Row Mr W Lennox (Acting PrinCipal). A Murray (Captain), Mr 0 Meyer (Coach)

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Paul Flynn won the td. 6 league and CliveMoch was con. idered to be the mostimproved player.

Inter-hou e tennis was a' keenly contesteda - ever; LittIewood House winning theRaymond Goodchild trophy with Rhodes arunner-up. \Vellington, van Riebeeck and deWaal followed In that order.At the time ofwriting, the Appletiser Bowl

competition is about to begin. We haveentered only two teams thi year, but with

some very promlsmg Juniors coming upfrom the Primary chool next year, we shallprobably have four teams in the competitionnext vear.

Finally our thanks are due to MissAndrews, Mr Breetzke and Mr Meyer fortheir keenness and encouragement through-out the sea on. We want to a sure them thatwe do appreciate the hours of driving theyput in to taxi us to and from matches.

A. Murray <Captain)

lan Pears (al nel) and Murray SaevItzon who won IheLemkus Floallng Trophy at Ihe PPS T A tournament

TENNIS TEAM 1976

Back Row A Breed G England TRedman. ..B Bullough ,.

Fronl Row I Pears. Mr. F Smith. M SaevItzon

TE:'IJ:'IJlS - JU;\IIORThe tennis team has had a successful year.

In the first term, Ian Pear and MurraySaevitzon won the Lemkus Floating Trophyat Peninsula Primary chools Tennis Assoc-iation tournament. Ashley Breed and BrettBullough, the second couple entered in thistournament, went through to the thirdround.As usual, boys taking general tennis have

been able to use the Wynberg Tennis Clubcourts. Much a we are grateful for beingallowed the use of these courts, we lookforward to the day when we will have ourown courts.

Many boys are showing an interest intennis, and it is hoped to enter three teamsinto the junior league next year. Mr G.aevitzon very generously donated a cup,

which will be awarded to the winner of aknock-out singles tournament in the fourthterm. F. Smith

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SQUASHA completely new combination of players

has developed into our regular First Teamthis year and, with dedication and muchpractice, they have achieved great results.They have been playing in a "Super League"of four teams, losing by the odd game toRondebosch and Bishop and beating thecombined "Rest of Peninsula" side.

Anthony Wallander has improved fromgame to game and has benefitted vastly inexperience and tactics by playing number 2in the Bergvliet first team in the senior mens'fourth league. He is a candidate for one ofthetop places in the Western Province chools'team. Clive Heward ha had mixed fortunesplaying at number 2 against very strong

opposition but has done well in the WesternProvince Schools' 6th leagueinvitation side.He was unfortunately not available for theWestern Province squad due to pressure ofwork.Alan Daniel and Clive Moch have filled

the third and fourth spots and done very wellfor themselves, both in the uper League andin the chools' invitation league side wherethey have had regular games especiallysince Clive Heward became unavailable.Both are on the short list of 13 players in theWe tern Province squad and have a goodchance, on recent results, of playing for theProvince second team.

David Peacock has played regularly atnumber five, alternating with Chri Ilylandwhose Friday afternoon hockey commit·ments limited his availability.

1ST SQUASH TEAM 1976Back Row: C. Moch, A. Daniel, D. Peacock.Front Row Mr. W. Lennox (Acting Principal), A. Wallander (Captain), C Heward.

Mr B. Greenwood (Coach).

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Alan Murray and Raymond Goldblatthave both played the occasional game for thefirst team and with Malcolm Aitken, AndrewCillie, Craig Clampett, Laurence Durant,Paul Gilpen, Alex Gordon, CliffOlivier, Alanher, Bobby ymmonds and Martin van

Rensburg have made up the econd andThird teams playing in the schools league ofFourteen teams, most of which are the otherschools' first teams.

The teams have never really settled downdue to injuries and sporadic unavailabilityfor variou reasons and as such have notreached any great success, the second teambeing placed in the middle and the third atthe bottom of the league table. Muchenjoyable squash ha been played but ageneral lack of dedication has prevented anyspectacular results.The school under- L9, under 15 and cia s

championships produced some players whohad notoffered their ervice before butcamein to bolster up the weakened teams towardsthe end of the season: Kevin Barnes, ScottHogarth, Keith Miller, imon cott, Garyutter, Derek Watling and Errol Yudelman

look as if we will have plenty of talent fornext year.The finals of the championships will be

played at the end of the third team. Thecontestants for the Finals and Plate Final ineach event are:

Open Final: Anthony Wallander vs AlanDaniel.

Open Plate: Alan her vs Alan Murray orDa vid Peacock.

Under IS Final: David Peacock vs AndrewCillie.

Under IS Plate: Kevin Barnes vs Gary uttertd. la Final: Clive Heward vs Chris Hylandtd. 10 Plate: Alan Murray vs Keith Millertd. 9 Final: Anthony Wallander vs CliveMoch.td. 9 Plate: imon ott vs Bobby ymmondsor cott Hogarthtd. Final: Alan Daniel vs David Peacocktd. Plate: Laurence Durant vs AltenHulmetd. 7 Final: Andrew Cillie vs Kevin Barnestd. 7 Plate: Gary utter v Kevin Breedtd. 6 Final: Craig Clampett v MarkMcCarthytd. 6 Plate: Tony teward v Andre nyders

There wer ome very clo e and wellplayed Hou e Matches with a number of

upset results, especially that of LittIewooddefeating Rhodes and so claiming the topposition after having beaten De Waal whobeat van Riebeeck who beat Wellington.The Season ended with the riots in Cape

Town disrupting the team knock-out event,preventing some of the games being playedand our first and second teams beingknocked out by Rondebosch and Bishopsrespectively. After this season the futurelooks rosy especially with the active playingand coaching of the Junior School boys whouse the courts on Thursdays and who willsoon be competing for positions in theschool teams as there is much talentavailable.Tony Wallender was selected for Western

Province A Team, and has been awarded hisBlue. Alan Daniel was reserve for W.P. Teamand was awarded his colours.

We thank the Old Boys for their constantencouragement, Mr Payne and his workersfor all they do to keep the courts playable andthe Littlewood House boys responsible forthe bookings and opening and closing of theCourt.

R. Green wood

SQUASH - JUNIOR

A holiday squash course was held between21st June and 2nd July in which seventeenWynberg Junior pupils took part. (The OldBoys' Association kindly provided a subsidyfor these boys to attend the coaching). Thecourse was run by Keith Coppin and DonBall, the two professional coaches in theWestern Province. They report that theywere impressed by the enthusiasm andapplication shown by the boys. Although thetime available for practice between lessonswas limited, all the boys showed improve-ment and their interest and effort neverswayed.As the follow-up to this course, Keith is

coaching on our courts on Thursday after-noon. quash is a growing sport in theWestern Province and we feel that Keith andDon should be given every support in theireffort to introduce the sport in Juniorschools. With professional guidance and theboys' obvious enthusiasm and enjoyment,Wynberg should become one of the leadingquash playing schools in the Province.

R. Sargent.

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FIRST BADMINTON TEAMBack Row: M van Rensburg. B. HempelFront Row. Mr. W. Lennox (Acting Principal). D. Walling (Captain). T. Schrlckker. Mr. P Breetzke

BADMINTONOur badminton teams have had a very

successful season. The first team hasdropped only one match to the powerful FishHoek side and are assured of second positionin the final league placings. The secondteam, after a shaky start when it lost its firstthree games, has settled down well and hasbeen unbeaten since.A number of players were chosen for the

Western Pro\-1nce teams in the inter-provincial tournament. Trevor chrickker

was elected for the W.P. A-team and BrentHempel and Michael van Rensburg for the B-team.The A team did well to finish 3rd in the

tournament. In the W.P. tournament BrentHempel won the U-15 singles and he and hispartners won both the doubles events.BLUES: T. chrikker, D. Watling, B. Hempel.COLOURS: M. Van Rensburg.

P.B.

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TABLE TENNIS

This year the table tennis got off to a goodstart with three Under 19 Teams and twoUnder 15 Teams in our league. The standardof play improved considerably throughoutthe season. Achievements of our first teamwere, at times, a little disappointing. Theteam consi ted of Hubbard (c), Lloyd,Bridgens and Attwood Tinkier alternative·ly. The econd team had a good season butwere unfortunate in being drawn againstmost other first teams. Regular players were:Tinkier, Cunliffe, Robb and Cape. Regularplayers of our Under 15 team were Frye,awyers, Good and van Zyl. The B·Team

con isted of Falconer, Porter, Lymn andWoodburn. At the start of the third term,Wynberg was invited to the W.P. Schools'hampionships which all added to the

experience of our team. Contenders for thecup for the most improved Table Tennisplayer are: V. Frye; E. Tinkier; A. Attwood;

K. Bridgens and A. Lloyd. Thanks mUE-.especially go to Mr Crawford who, althoughinvolved in many other activities, still hadtime to do a fantastic job in organising thetable tennis. Mr Crawford has taken overfrom Mr Parkins who has gone on long leave.

Results: P W L %

1. A. Hubbard 10 9 1 902. A. Lloyd 10 4 6 403. K. Bridgens 10 6 3 504. A. Attwood 6 3 3 505. E. TinkIer 4 1 3 25

A. Hubbard

Congratulations and all praise must go to A.Hubbard and his very KEEN table tennisplayers. His organisational ability and thecontinual devotion received from his teammates is certainly to be admired ... WELLDONE!

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1ST TABLE TENNIS

Back Row A Atwood. E. Tmkler.K Bndgens

Front Row' Mr. W Lennox (ActingPnnclpal). A. Hubbard (Captain).Pnnclpal). A Hubbard (C), A. Lloyd,Mr N R Crawford (Master I/C)

HOCKEYREPORT 1976

Captain: C. HylandV/Capt.: G. SutcJiffeCommittee: C. Hyland, G. SutcJi ffe, J.Hadwen

Honours: C. Hyland, G. SutcliffeBlues: N. Schluter, J. Hadwen, R. Tysonw.P. - A: C. Hyland, G. Sutcliffe, N. Schluterw.P. - B: K. Miller, R. Tyson (Res.).A. Schools' "AU: C. Hyland

Award for Services to Hockey: C. HylandAward for most improved player: K. MillerSport today, at all levels, is reaching the

cross-roads because more and more dis-illusioned people are asking themselveswhether there is any point in playing. Thereason for this, possibly, is that there is fartoo much emphasis on winning, and theprimary purpose of playing sport, which isenjoyment, seems to have been forgotten.There are also side benefits which one learns- loyalty, determination, dedication, humil-ity etc. - and those too are important. I hopethat we, who are involved in WynbergHockey 1976, place all these priorities first. Itis essential that one plays to win, but ifin theend hockey is the victor, who can complain?If one judges Wynberg hockey 1976 by thesestandards, then I am privileged to report amost successful season. Nearly a hundredboys were involved in hockey, two extrateams had to be entered in the league- a 4thand a U15C - and any afternoon of the weekwould see upwards of 30 to 40 boys runningaround the hockey field. The 3rd and theU15B under Mr Mathew and Mr Baxterrespectively, have done exceptionally well.Stephen Howell, a university student, hastaken the U15A and moulded them into anenthusiastic and competent team. When wesee them blossoming into provincial andfirst team players in the future, all creditmust go to his thoughtful and keenleadership. Mr Crawford has taken the 2ndXI who have responded well to his fervourand determination, and have at all timesplayed spirited hockey.Many others have contributed towards

another successful season. John Ronaidson,

an old boy, helped to coach the junior teamsuntil military service called him away; MrSchluter provided the Constantia fields, theuse of which were invaluable; Mr Payne hadthe thankless job oflooking after our field-a duty which is often taken for granted; MrKing allowed us to plough up his farm forgrass and soil for the field; and Mr Ryan lentus his lorry to transport the soil. Manythanks to parents always seem to come last,but possibly because these are the mostimportant thanks_ Without parental supportat matches, fund raising efforts, team partiesetc. the season would have fallen very flat.Many thanks.We are living in an age of automation.

With a mere flick of the switch water beginsto boil, and the significance of this is not lostto schoolboys today_ Modern science hasmade life very easy, and we must beware thatthis ease and casualness does not run ourlives. Success, fortunately, is not easy - itcannot be gained by flicking a switch. Itdemands hours of dedication and determin-ation. Nothing that is worth achieving isachieved easily. This road to success,however, is most important, because it is onthis road of disappointment and hope thatwe learn the values of patience andapplication which lead to self-knowledgeand humility - qualities which are essentialin a sportsman. To score a century, oneneedsto spend hours in the nets; to achieve successin hockey, one must spend hours on thebasics. Hard work is the only key to truesuccess.

1st XII t has been a pleasure taking the 1st XI this

season. Under the enthusiastic leadership ofChris Hyland and Grant Sutcliffe, the sidehas evoked favourable comment from um-pires and spectators alike for their clean,spirited, and intelligent hockey. The strengthof the team was in the defence where KeithMiller proved to be magnificent in goaLTogether with Chris Hyland and GregPullen, this defence conceded only 18 goalsin 20 games. Mid-field build-up was good, buttended to break up in the opposition 25. Too

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often we saw a good ball being wasted in thecircle when a harp crack atgoal would havebeen far more effective .• evertheless at alltimes the team ran and tried hard andattempted to play constructive hockey.The highlight of the year was undoubtedly

our Transvaal Tour during which wereceived some quite out tanding ho pitality.Four boy' made Western Province ide,with Chris Hyland being selected for a outhAfrican ,chool tour of Rhodesia. All theteam played senior hockey on aturdayafternoons which is a most encouragingsign. However, onc of the critena for judgingwhether this year has been succes ful or noti to see how many of the team will heplaying hockey in the years ahead. T lookforward to seeing many names of theWynberg 1976 side in the W.P. teams of thefuture.

ritique of 1st Xl Players

lILLER (Goalkeeper W.P. B): A very rc-liable goalkeeper, fearless with uncannyanticipation. A little hesitant in judgingtackles, a weakne which will soon beeradicated through experience.

P 'LLE:'\ mack>: A safe back who savedthe 'ide on many occa ions by breakingdown attack . Tackling omewhat rash attime. ,and tackling back indiffer nt. Po 'ition-al play good.

HYLA f) (Back, .A. chool A, \V.P.chools v capt, Honours): An out tanding

player who led the, ide by example. Lethal'hort corner shot, but distribution whilegood, was slow on occasions. Tend to hangon to the ball when under pre sure instead of'playing nver'.

PATTE:'\DE:\' (Half): Good stickwork,and posltJOnal play unproving. He mustpeed up hi game, and overcome a tendency

to fiddle Pa ing, too, needs applicatIOn.

HADWEN (Half, Blue): A talented playerwho ha yet to reali e hi true potennal. Hasimproved out of all recognition this sea on,covers well, and lays off an intelligent ball.

TY O. (Half, re erve W.P. B; Blue):Certain casualne is impeding hi progress.Ha a good reverse -tick tackle, anddl tnbution ound. He must learn to markhl wing more tightly, and release the ballmore qUlckl ....when under pre sure.

CHLUTER (Forward, W.P. A; blue): Aball player of exceptional ability who on hisday i unbeatable. An inability to concen-trate for 60 minutes, and to really work athisgame is retarding any improvement.

CAPE (forward, trials): A forceful playerwho never stops trying. Stickwork, e pecial-lyon Transvaal fields, looked good. Moreanticipation for a right inner needed, and aquicker shot in the circle will ee anabundance of goals next season.

DAL TO (forward): An intelligent centre-forward who vastly improved once hedecided to put his head down and concen-trate. A commendable ability to read gaps,but lacked stickwork to fini h off. Goodstickwork only comes naturally after muchpractice.

UT LIFF8 (Forward, W.P. A; honours):A lion-hearted team man who never gavele than hi be t. Outstanding stickwork,and cracking shot. Found difficulty incombining which will be overcome when helearn lo relax and slo~ hi game down.

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BELL (Forward): A hard trier, but let downby a lack of practice in basics. Must learn tocontrol the ball closer to his body, and keephis stick on the ground when tackling.

BING (Forward): Also tries hard, butmissed many opportunities through over-exhuberance in the circle. Somewhat tem-peramental which unfortunately reflected inhis play. Must realise that there is no sub-stitute for continued and concentratedpractice in basics.PEACOCK (Forward): A talented player

with a bright future. A natural ball player,but tended to peter out in the final tenminutes - a crucial period. Fitness?

The following also had games for the 1st XI:L. Oosthuizen (2), G. Woodburn (1), T. Milner(3), N. Carpenter (1), G. Sachs (1).

Results:1st Rnd. 2nd Rnd.

vs RBHS draw 1-1 lost 1-2vs Fish Hoek won 3-0 won 5-0Pinelands lost 0-1 lost 0-3Plumstead won 1-0 lost 0-2Bishops won 2-1 won 2-1Paul Roos won 3-0 won 4-0SACS lost 1-3 draw 0-0K.E.S. (Jhb.) draw 2-2

Goalscorers: Hyland 10Schluter 8Cape 8Sutcliffe 6

Tour Report - Transvaal

13 hockey players accompanied by MrRichardson, Mr Crawford, and StephenHowell left Cape Town on 18th June by trainfor Johannesburg. The odd joke from SteveDalton and regular performances from DavePeacock could not relieve the boredom of thetrain or stop Grant Sutcliffe sleeping. Itwasalso rumoured that 3-course meals wereavailable, but we never experienced them.On arrival in Johannesburg, we were soonpracticing in freezing temperature, but MrCrawford, however, soon warmed us up witha short marathon.

Playing our best hockey of the season, webeat Florida Park in our first game 3-1 (goals:Cape 2, Schluter 1). Our next game wasagainst Sandringham, one of the top sides inthe Transvaal, and a tense game saw us lose1-0 before a large crowd. Our 3rd game wasagainst St Stithians with whom we drew 0-0.The next day we joined our rugby team in aninteresting trip down a gold mine, and afterthat we departed for the Kruger Park. In ahired bus, all on our own, the roar of theengines was drowned only by the sound ofsnoring as 16 people took a well-earned rest_That night 13 boys valiantly beat off 3masters in a vicious pillow fight that onlyended when Steve Dalton sustained a seriousinjury. After 2 days ofrelaxation in the Park,we returned to hockey and met PretoriaBoys' High. Against a side with 10 Trans-vaal chools players, we soon found ourselves2-0down. Gary Cape, however, scored 2 goalsenabling us to fight back to a 2-2draw. KeithMiller had an outstanding game in goalsdespite playing with a temperature. Our lastgame saw us beat Boksburg 1-0 (Schluter),and we then returned to Johannesburg for aday_ We visited the Carl ton CeQtr~ al)d !heteam enjoyed a good meal, although a few ofthe side soon went off to relieve their hunger.Possibly they realised that they had to facetrain food again_ We departed for Cape Townthat night, and with Dave Peacock sleepingmost of the way, had an uneventful journeyhome.Our thanks must go to all who helped makethe tour po ible - especially Mr Curtis andthe Old Boys Union in the Transvaal, theteachers and parents of schools whom weplayed. The tour will long be remembered forthe hockey, the enjoyment, and the friendswe made.

C. Hyland

Seven-a-sideWynberg did very well in the annual 7-a-

side tournament held at Pinelands. Winningthe four pool matches comfortably, they beatPlumbstead in the semi-final, and eventuallylost 1-0 to Pinelands in the final.

House MatchesThe house matches are nearly finished witha tense encounter between Rhodes and De

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1ST HOCKEY XI TOURING TEAM 1976Back Row D Peacock, K Pauenden, G Be". R Blng, G Pullen. R. Tyson, G. Cape, S. Dalton.Front Row N Schluter. G Sutcllffe (Vice-captain). Mr W Lennox (Acting Principal),

C Hyland (Captain), Mr. KC Richardson. J. Hadwen, (Captain), KMIlier.

Waal expected in the final. Neither house hasdropped a point to date.

Laff MatchThi annual brui ing encounter take

place at the end of term. The taff have forsome lime been practicing their new system,and again expect their u ual comfortablevictory.

2nd XIThe 2nd XI during the 1976 season can

certainly be referred to as THE PER ON-ALITY squad - more so, perhaps than thevictorious quad. Always evident in the teamwas an extremely happy, keen and enthu -iastic attitude towards their hockey, andalthough our results were not always verypo itive, the player alway gave of their

very BE T, and at times played good,attractive hockey.

The second team has tremendous potential,and will undoubtedly produce good firstteam players during the 1977 season. Onedoes hope, however, that many more of theplayers will join up with the local clubswhich will certainly improve their standard,playing at this level.

Gary Woodburn proved a sturdy, reliableback and, with his present enthusiasm, willcertainly play 1 t team. Steve Dalton proveda very good goal-keeper, and must bethanked for his services to the second XI.Tony Attwood proved a very fast andcapable inner but does not have the staminaand consistency to want to improve_ Rolfeproved a reliable captain and his keennesstowards the game will take him further.

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Richard Bing proved a pillarofstrength withhis addition to the centre forward position,although a back injury unfortunately hinder-ed his good play_ Highlights of the seasonwere, perhaps, our victories over Paul Roos(2-0), Settlers (5-0) and Plumstead (2-1), withvery good draws against Bishops (1-1), andour first encounter with Plumstead (1-1).Good luck - we expect to see many of the

2nd XI players in the first team next season.Keep your sticks moving during the longsummer months, remembering that CON-SISTENCY is the key to success.

3rd and 4th XlUnder the captaincy of Stewart Armstrong

the 3rd Team progressed so well that theywere promoted a league at the end ofthe 2ndseason. With Tim Milner scoring well andreceiving good support from Armstrong,Hochfelden and Gilmour, the team won allits matches except the clashes againstRondebosch and Milnerton. Milner had ameteoric promotion from the 3rd to the 1stTeam, and then back to us again where hehas given yeoman service. De Jongh on thewing was able to lend stability to the attack,while Appelbaum tried hard but often missedopportunities of scoring.

Results: 12 - 9 - I - 2 - 37 - 14

Under the captaincy of firstly StephenRyan, then Roy Rudolphe, the 4th Teamplayed some very good games. They lackedthe ability to capitalise on their play, andoften lost matches in which territorially theywere the better side. Robinson and Morrisplayed well and showed promise. A pleasinga.spect is that all players in the UI9 divisionwere given a chance to play in a hockey side,and where they lacked in ability, theycertainly made up with enthusiasm andkeenness.Results: 11 - I - 2 - 8 - 7 - 22

U15 A

UI5 Hockey is a nursery for young hockeyplayers in which the prime object is to betaught the value of basics. In this respect theseason has been extremely successful in thatthere have emerged many players of potent-

ial. It was encouraging to see the teamdevelop into a close-knit ide with a respectfor each other ability. When faults occurredeveryone learnt from them and thus hockeyknowledge was built. Advanced skills werelearnt, but it must be realised that practicingan open face dummy twice a week does notsuffice. Itmust be practiced so often that it isused naturally in a match without thinking.The game is too fast for a player to stop andthink about his stick work. Players who dothe correct thing every time are said to havehockey 'brains', and a hockey brain can onlybe developed by constantly simulatingmatch conditions. Eventually the playerdevelops a logical, clear and intelligent'brain'. But like all things a lack of practiceleads to a decline in one's proficiency. There-fore it is important for all U15 players torealise that they cannot get to the top with-out much practice. Hockey is not a 6 monthbut a 12 month sport with the off seasonbeing spent on brushing up on the skills, sothat once the season comes round again, oneis at one's peak immediately.Result wise, the team was very successful.

We lost only 3 games - Pinelands (twice),and Rondebosch, with whom we drew 4-4 inthe return encounter. Building and playingconstructive hockey was our theme. Thismade everyone think about the game as awhole, thus making practicing and playingmore enjoyable.Barrett proved to be a capable captain and

a full-back of calibre. His co-fullback wasLloyd who was one of the most improvedplayers in the side. The halves were Bester,Brunwin, and Andrew. Bester was an idealwing-half with a good hockey brain whileBrunwin distributed the ball well fromcentre-hal f. Peacock was our most dangerousforeward - but lacked stamina to play a full60 minutes. Hochfelden displayed goodcontrol on the left wing, and Bridgens wasone of the few who developed the dummy wellenough to use in a match. Sachs was a hardrunning player who needs to develop tighterball control if he is to succeed in UI9 hockey.Glen Schluter had superb control andfinesse, and his unselfishness led to many agoal. However, he must not ruin his future bybecoming swollen-headed. Wayne chluter

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was a versatile player who could have playedanywhere but cho e goalkeeping. Altern andPattenden were occa ionally called into theA side where theyalways gave of their best.

UNDER 15B and C HOCKEYThe Under 15B and C teams were fortunate

in having an extremely succe ful sea on,largely the result of the enthusia m of theplayers.With the teams led ably by Keith Wilson

and lark Hill and a isted by GeoffreyPal er and Gary utter, it is understandablethat the Under Ifi8 team had the bestaverage of all the Wynberg Hockey teamsthiS season.The enjoyable and succes ful tnps out to

Paarl, tellen bosch and 8ellvilleproved that

the hard work in basics at practices and theteam discussions on rainy days resulted inattractive hockey, although at times, es-pecially after the Under 158 were promotedto a higher league, this did result in a certaininability to score as many goals as in thefirst half of the season.One needs to mention a few other playerswho contributed so much of their energyand spirit to make the successful teams.These are Duncan Thurston for his excellentforward play, Eric tephenson for unafraid-ly stepping into the goalkeeper position, andGavin Hansen for excellent work on thewing.

Jn conclusion one needs to thank theparents for their support and the players fortheir attitude on the field, which neverresulted in talking or the umpire's decisions

U 15A HOCKEYBack Row G Schluter. K Bndgens. G Andrew. P AlternSecond Row C Hochfelden. A Lloyd. G Sachs. M. Brunwln. 0 Panenden.Th rd Row S Bester Mr S Howell. M Barren. Mr j Baxter. 0 PeacockSeated W Schluter

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being queried, and off the field for their fineteam spirit. Good luck next season. We hopeto see many of you in the Under 15A or the1st xl team soon.

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STAFF - SCHOOL-LEAVERSHOCKEY MATCH

On the afternoon ofTuesday 21 Septemberthe staff did battle with the Hockey school-leavers led by C. Hyland and G. Su tcliffe.This annual fixture has regularly been wonby the staff but this time the boys believedthey could win with their mustered talentwhich included six first-team players. How-ever they were to be very surprised at thefinesse, agility, speed and swift grass-crop-ping inter-passing of the 'oldies.'At the first whistle the staffmoved quickly

onto the offensive, knocking the ball aboutwith accurate enthusiasm, and their firstgoal was slammed home by Mr Ray Connel-

lan. Fighting back repeatedly, the school-leavers took play to a very brave goalie MrCorbitt, who professionally blocked the highfliers, low-fliers and all else they could throwat him. However, he was caught moment-arily off-balance and Williams scored to eventhe tussle. The staff then pushed into theopposition's half, passing well among Messrs.Baxter, Nelson, Crawford, Blignaut, Eachus,Howell, Richardson, Harris, Connellan andMarinus, and it was the latter who scoredagain for the staff.In the second half the staff did not fade

away. Mr ConnelIan put their third goal ontothe books. The good team-spirit and obvioustalent of the boys enabled them to scoreagain. (William's balI, high into the net), buttry as they might they could not earn thefinal equalizer. Thus the staffwon again, 3-2.Others in the school-leavers were: Hadwen,King, De Jongh, Pullen, Bing, Bell, Attwood,Coltham.Many thanks are extended to the rugby

players and Mrs Sutcliffe for their support ofthe staff and Messrs. Mathew and Schluterfor umpiring so successfully, too!

M.J.H.

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W.B.H .. can proudly say that our swim·ing team with T. Yach as captain hast!xcelled itself this season. The inter·schoolgalas are organised on a league basis whereeach school team competes against another.Galas are also simplified with the emphasison TEAM effort. For this reason onlyFreestyle and Medley relays and 100 yardevents are included in the programme. Thisnot only shortens the Galas, but also enablesthe chool to enter "B" team swimmers whowould otherwise not be given a chance. Thefirst gala was held at Rondebo ch againstRondebosch. We won 16 races out of a total of18, with the B teams also acquitting them·selves well. The second gala was held atWynberg against SACS. We won this gala infine fashion.Our relay teams still continue to excel

themselves at the Gordons galas. Our under16 team took the inter·school trophy, whilethe under 19 team regained the cup which wehave held for years. Our Open Relay Team,consisting of T. Yach, P. Ro eveare, D.Jankielsohn, C. Morris, A. Cape and A. herregained the cup at the Western Provincechools Championships. SEVEN mem·

bers of our team were selected to swim at theou th African Schools' Championships

which was held on February 21 in CapeTown. They were: Theo Yach, also captain ofthe side, Patrick Roseveare, Brian Clews,Don du Toit, Ian Melliar, Chris Buchananand Alan Cape. Alan Cape and Don du Toit,were also selected toswim at CURRIE CUPin the mens' open team - a great honour.Both are Breaststrokers. The S.A. Schools'championships were a great success with theWestern Province obtaining third place outof 10 provinces which competed. Alan Capedeserves special mention, as he won the 200metres Breaststroke pi us the 200 metreslndi·vidaul medley, taking the South Africanrecord in his Under 14 age group. Duringthe first term it was a regular sight to witnessAlan at Newlands breaking his own recordstime and time again.

Our INTERHOUSE Gala was also agreat success, with LittIewood emerging asthe proud winner for the second year insuccession. Individual performances wereoutstanding, and records feil like ninepins.LI new times were set up. The Seniorwimming cup went to our swimming

captain, Theo Yach, of Littlewood.AWARDS FOR THE YEAR: Colours;

Brian Clews, Don du Toit, Colin Morris, GregPullen. Blues; Chris Buchanan, PatrickRoseveare, Alan Cape, Ian Melliar, DeanJankielsohn.Congratulations to my swimming corn·

mittees who carried out their tasks mostefficiently. My thanks to ALL swimmerswho loyally supported their school. To allthose who assisted in the organisation of theInterhouse swimming gala, many thanks.Without the co-operation of both staff andpupils, my task would have been impossible.pecial thanks to Mr Eric Tasker for his

continued assistance. WELL DONE on anoutstanding record!

RESULTS: WYNBERG vs S.A.C.S.

1. Under 14 Medley Relay:L SACS2. Wynberg

2. Under 16 Medley Relay:1. Wynberg A2. SACS3. Wynberg B

1:25,01:27,4

1:15,01:20,81:31,0

3. Under 19 Medley Relay:1. SACS2. Wynberg

4. Under 14 100 yards Freestyle:1. Rightford SACS2. Searle Wynberg3. Aronson SACS

5. Under 16 100 yards Freestyle:1. Roseveare Wynberg2. Du Toit Wynberg

6. Under 19 100 yards Freestyle:1. Yach Wynberg2. Jankielsohn Wynberg3. Morris Wynberg

1:15,61:16,4

1:02,31:04,61:06,0

54,51:28,5

56,356,559,2

7. Under 141. Cape2. Rightford3. Gillson

100 yards Breaststroke:Wynberg 1:12,0SACS 1:17,9SACS 1:33,0

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SWIMMING TEAM 1976Back Row: G. Williams. C. Atmore. A Cape. B. Clews. S. Searle. S. van Zyl. S de Win. J ZimmermanStanding. C. Buchanan. A. Williams. G. Grevler. J Melilar. D Janklelsohn. MMoms. B. Katz.

S. Davel. D du TOIt.Seated: C. MOrris. K op den Velde. P Roseveare. Mr N. R. Crawford (Coach). T Yach (Capt.).

Mr N R Blackbeard (Headmaster). A Sher. G. Cape. G Pullen

Under 16 100 yards Breaststroke:1. Du Toit Wynberg 1:13,02. M. Morris Wynberg 1:1 ,63. Buratonich AC 1:24,5

9. Under 19 100 yards Breaststroke:1. Cape Wynberg 1:12,52. Pullen Wynberg 1:18,23. Thomson AC 1:21,2

10. Under 14 1 length Butterfly:1. earle Wynberg 20,S2. Zimmerman Wynberg 20,63. William Wynberg 21,9

Il. Under 16 2 lengths Butterfly:1. Clews Wynberg 3 ,32. Melliar Wynberg 39,S3. Can AC 44,6

12. Under 19 2 lengths Butterfly:1. Can AC 40,92. her Wynberg 41,43. Yach Wynberg 43,0

13. Under 14 100 yards Backstroke:1. A. Cape Wynberg 1:12,62. Gillson AC 1:2 ,03. Atmore Wynberg 1:39,0

14. Under 161. Clews2. Roseveare3. Hardcastle

100 yard Back troke:Wynberg 1 :10,5Wynberg 1:13,0ACS 1 :17,9

15. Under 19 100 yards Back troke:1. A her Wynberg 1:13,12. Thomson AC 1:16,43. Ford Wynberg 1:22,2

16. Under 14 Freestyle Relay:1. Wynberg2. AC

2:24,72:30,9

1 . Under 19 Freestyle Relay:1. AC2. Wynberg

TOTAL POINT WYNBERG:AC :

2:25,92:~ ,0

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INTERHOUSE GALA '76

UNDER 14 INDIVIDUAL MEDLEY1. A. CAPE (R) 1:28,6 (R)2. C. Buchanan (V.R.)3. A. Uoyd (L. W.)

UNDER 16 INDIVIDUAL MEDLEY1. P. Roseveare (W) 1:302. B. Clews (De W)3. D. du ToiL (W)

UNDER 19 INDIVIDUAL MEDLEY:1. T. Yach (L.W.) 1:31,62. A. her (V.R.)3. D. J ankielsohn (L. W.)

UNDER 14 HOU E MEDLEY RE LA Y:1. Rhodes 1:25,12. Van Riebeeck3. LitLIewood

UNDER 16 HOU E MEDLEY RE LA Y:1. Wellington 1:17, (R)2. De Waal3. Rhodes

UNDER 19 HOU E MEDLEY RE LAY:1. Rhodes 1:12. LittIewood3. Van Riebeeck

UNDER 14 100 YARD FREE TYLE:1. A. Cape (R) 57,2 (R)2. C. Buchanan (V.R.)3. G. Holloway (D. W.)

UNDER 16 100 YARDS FREE TYLE:1. P. Ro eveare (W) 54,4 (R)2. A. Williams (W)3. A. Kay (R)

UNDER 19 100 YARD FREESTYLE:1. T. Yach (L.W.) 56,92. D. Jankielsohn (L.W)3. C. Morris (O.W.)

UNDER 14 100 YARD BREA T TROKE:1. A. Cape (R) 1:12,5 (R)2. G. Williams (W)3. . van Zyl (L. W.)UNDER 16 100 YARD BREA T TROKE:1. D. du Toit (W) 1:112. M. Morris (D.W.)3. P. Brits (L.W.)

UNDER 19 100 YARDS BREASTSTROKE:1. G. Cape (R) 1:13,52. G. Pullen (L.W.)3. K. op den Velde (L. W.)

OPEN 400 YARDS FREESTYLE:1. P. Roseveare (W) 4:21,42. C. Buchanan (V.R.)3. D. Jankielsohn (L.W.)

UNDER 14 100 YARDS BACKSTROKE:1. C. Buchanan (V.R.) 1:8,8 (R)2. R. Eastwood (V.R.)3. P. Turvey (V.R.)

UNDER 16 100 YARDS BACKSTROKE:1. B. Clews (De W.) 1:9,52. M. Morris (D.W.)3. D. Wynne (V.R.)

UNDER 19 100 YARD BACKSTROKE:1. A. Sher (V.R.) 1:13,32. R. Hoole (R)3. J. Morris (R)

UNDER 1666213 BUTTERFLY:1. I Melliar (W) 3 ,6 (R)2. B. Clews (D.W.)3. B. Katz (L.W.)

UNDER 19 100 YARDS BUrITERFLY:1. A. Sher (V.R) 1:11,12. B. King (R)3. R. Searle (R)

UNDER 14 33113 BUTTERFLY:1. S. Searle (R) 20,32. J. Zimmerman (R)3. P. Lewis (R)

UNDER 16 200 YARDS FREESTYLE:1. P. Roseveare (W) 1:59.1 (R)2. L. Melliar (W)3. C. Peach (W)

UNDER 19 200 YARDS FREESTYLE:1. D. Jankielsohn (L. W.) 2:6,52. T. Yach (L.W.)3. C. Morris (D.W.)

UNDER 14 1 LENGTH FREESTYLE:1. G. Holloway (D.W.) 17.1 (R)2. A. Uoyd (L.W.)3. . earle (R)

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UNDER 16200 YARDS BREASTSTROKE:1. D. du Toit (W) 2:35,22. P. Brits (L.W.)3. K. Lewis (L.W.)UNDER 19 200 BREASTSTROKE:1. G. Cape (R) 2:42,92. G. Pullen (L.W.)3. K. op den Velde (L.W.)UNDER 14 HOUSE RELAY:1. Rhodes 1:16,22. Van Riebeeck3. LittlewoodUNDER 16 HOUSE RELAY:1. Wellington2. Rhodes3. De Waal

2:29, (R)

UNDER 19 HOUSE RELAY:1. Littiewood2. Van Riebeeck3. Rhodes

2:28,3

SENIOR SWIMMING CUP:T. Yach (Littlewood)A. her (V.R.)D. Jankielsohn (L.W.)

FINAL HOU E POINTS:1. Littiewood2. Rhodes3. Wellington4. Van Riebeeck5. De Waal

22 pointsJoint 2nd

20 pts. each

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SWIMMING TEAM 1976Back Aow A Bevan, A Bruce, J Yach. G Thurston, CDaly, D Slayen, A. BuchananStanding B Bullough, A. McTavlsh, J Joubert, J Swanepoel, J Wynne, SAsher. A JUPIn G WalshSeated S. Heilbron. M Gllck, L Slabbert, MISSJ A Dring P van Niekerk, G Schneider, S GarnhamIn Front. A. Bloch.

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WIMMING - JUNIORWe had a successful swimming season.

The boys showed tremendous enthusiasmand their desire to win was far greater thanlast season.Once again we came third at the Gala atAC but we scored more points than before.

Continuous hard work will assure us of abetter position. Lance Slabbert and Philipvan Niekerk swam very well.

Our Annual Swimming gala held on 6February was a great success. Philip vanNiekerk (2) and John Ward (1) were therecord breakers.

Miss V. Lawton presented the cups. TheMorris Cup for the winning house went toVan Riebeeck again this year. Keep up thegood swimming boys.

J.A. Druig

1976 SWIMMING GALA RESULTS

U9 - 1 length Freestyle: M. DalyUlO - 1 length Freestyle: P. van Niekerk·UIl - 1 length Freestyle: S. HeilbronU12 - 2 lengths Freestyle: D. SlayenU13 - 2 lengths Freestyle: J. LamkinU9 - 1 length Breaststroke: D. CilliersUlO - 1 length Breaststroke: A. BuchananUIl: 1 length Breaststroke: N. PattendenU12 - 1 length Breaststroke: D. MomsU13 - 1 length Breaststroke: J. SwanepoelU9 - 1 length Backstroke: J. Ward·UlO - 1 length Backstroke:P. van Niekerk·UIl - 1 length Backstroke: R. KevittU12 - 1 length Backstroke: L. SlabbertU13 - 1 length Backstroke: . AsherU11 - 1 length Butterfly: M. CawoodU12 - 1 length Butterfly: L. SlabbertU13 - 1 length Butterfly: J. JoubertU9 - 4=1length Freestyle Relay: WellingtonUlO - 4=1 length Freestyle Relay: De WaalUIl - 4=1 length Freestyle Relay: RhodesU12 - 4=1 len. Freestyle Relay:V. RiebeeckU13 - 4=1 len. Freestyle Relay:V. RiebeeckInterhouse - one per SteLRelay: V. Riebeeck

FINAL RESULT1. Van Riebeeck2. De Waal3. Rhodes4. Wellington

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W.B.H.S SURFING TEAMBack Row. S. BUrl. M BUrl. Mr P Corbitt. G. van

Rooyen (Capt.). K. Munnik.Sitting: G. Rou. G. Spreeth.

SURFINGSurfing, although not a recognised school

sport at Wynberg, has become extremelypopular and the number of surfers at theschool stands at approximately 50.The W.P. Inter· chools surfing champion-

ships was first held in 1968 (in which yearthe team was captained by Mr Corbitt), andW.B.H.S. has consistently been placed in thetop 3 schools.

1968 - WBHS 'A' - 3rdWBHS 'B' - 5th

1975 - WBHS 'A' - 1stIndividual - Gary v Rooyen -

1stS. Burt - represented W.P. at S.A.

Champs.The team: P. Jones (capt.) R. v. Rosenveld, G.v. Rooyen, M. Burt, K. Hampson and R.Goviea.

1976 Sea Point BH - 1st (22 schoolsentered)

WBHS 'A' - 2ndIndividual - G. v.Rooyen 3rd

The team: G. v.Rooyen (capt.) M. Burt, K.Munnik, . Burt, G. preeth, G. Roe.G . v. Rooyen - represented W.P. at S.A.Surfing championship in East London inJuly.

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WATERPOLO

The season has been one of expansion inWynberg Water Polo, and must be followedby a period of consolidation so that futuresuccess can be assured. Originally Wynberghad three teams entered in the Senior Com-petition, and there are now six teams in all,with five entered competitively. In the under15 competition there were three teams withtwo other non-competitive teams. This yearwe have entered six teams in the competitionand, in addition, there are another sixteams practicing regularly, making twelvein all. From nowon wemustraiseourqualityof play which, although good, can certainlybe improved upon. Next term we hope tointroduce the rudiments of the game in ourJunior School.Four Wyn berg players-K. Perry (captain),

G. Peck, T. Yach and C. Morris-were select-ed for the Western Province Under 19WaterPolo Team which played in the inter-prov-incial Kramer Cup tournament at Boksburgin December 1975.The Sc~ool Team won the Mazinter Cup,

the premIer Knock-out Water Polo Com-petition, defeating S.A.C.S. (5-3) in Novem-ber,1975.

At the end of last year the first team lostthe services of K. Perry, G. Peck, M. Preyser,G. Roseveare and D. Joubert, all players ofschool provincial standard and some higher.It took about eight weeks to reconstruct thenew team and fit it for top-line schoolcompetition and, although we can stillimprove considerably, we have alreadyreached a good standard which is shown byour recent 5-5 draw against S.A.C.S., thestrongest team in the competition. Thisresult gave the team a much neededconfidence, and £rom this stage we must nowprogress.The first and second teams and for that

matter, players of aU ages, must realise thatthe pre-requisite for playing successful waterpolo is a standard of absolute and demand-ing fitness. This each individual player must

with keenness, grit and determinationachieve on his own. In rugby, soccer, hockey,water-polo and most other team games, thefunction of the coach is not to labour to gethis individual players fit but to blend,orchestrate and weave his team into a viableunit which is then ready for tactical andstrategic training. He must also giveconstant practice in the basic skills of thegame which, in water-polo, centre mostlyonball-control. Speed of thought, reflex-reaction,physical acceleration must be con tantlyand almost repetitively drilled. All players,especially potential captains, must tudy theart of "reading the game," that is -estimating the course of the game, reactingto the changes of tactics on the part of theiropponents, plugging weaknes es in theirside, watching for weakne es in theopposition.

The players of our present first team tendto rely too heavily on two or three of thebetter players who, a a re uit, are oftenalmost marked out of the game. KelvinPerry, despite of hi individual brillianceand experience, had regularly to battleagainst this handicap. In the forthcomingseason, players will be selected not only fortheir own talent and ability to combine withothers but also for using their own initiativeand not relying on a few key players.

The first team began the 1976 sea on wellwith a 10-0 win over ea Point. In the nextgame it paid toll for its inexperience and lossof its five key players when losing 0-6 toRondebosch. Subsequently it easily defeatedNorman Henshilwood 5-1 and convincinglydefeated a combined team of three schools7·2, in a curtain·raiser to the adult provincialmatch between Western Province and East·em Transvaal, playing intelligent andsparkling water-polo. In the second half ofthe season we lost to Rondebosch 2·5 andSACS 3-10 and beat Norman Henshilwood7-2. As mentioned before, we drew withSACS 5-5 in our return match.

In the Round Robin Competition held atthe SACS pool at the end of the season welost to SACS 1-2and beat Rondebosch 1-0.St.George's 6-0 and Norman Henshilwood 2-0.

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1ST WATER POLO TEAMBack Row A Sher, 0 Ford, A Askew, 0 Janklelsohn. P RoseveareFront Row T Yach Mr E Taskar (Coach). C Moms (CapIIan). Mr N R Crawford

The 'econd Team had m·and·out form,inter persing excellent performances withmost mediocre displays. Their best matchwas a 9-2 win against Paul Roos GymnasiumIst Team. The Third Team played very goodwat r Polo throughout, winning most oftheir matches, and producing player whowill h knocking on the door of the 1st Teamnext season. The Fourth Team playedgamely with mixed success.

The Under 15 player were most keen bothm matches and practices and showed ateady improvement in technique a theeason progres ed. The Under 15 A lost onlyto Rondebo ch and AC, hand omely...-inning its other game. The B, C, 0 and Edid weIl, winmng mo t of their matche .Players of the calibre of ape, Buchanan,Lloyd and Fisher-Holloway will bIl beehglble for the Under 15A next ason whichis mo t heartening.

Me srs. Van Vuuren, Crawford and Weilare to be thanked for the keen and untiringenergy with which they have conductedtraining sessions, practices and matches.The players are fortunate to have men ofsuch high integrity and keenness super·vi ing them. Our thanks and appreciational 0 go to Mr . Yach for the time he hapared in taking early morning practice

ses ion from time to time.The chool al 0 owe a great debt of

appreciation to Mr Peter Melliar who hasprovided us with a et of water-polo goaluperior to any others in school water-polo.

BLUE : C. Morris; G. Pullen; P. Roseveare;T. Yach.

COLOURS: A. Askew; B. Clews; D. Ford; D.Jankielsohn and A. her.

H.E.T.

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UNDER 15A WATER-POLO TEAM 1976Standing. C. Knel, M. Barrelt, D Yule, G Flsher-Holloway, M Bush, A HooperSeated. A. Cape, Mr N. Blackbeard (Headmaster), M. MOrris (Capt), Mr F. \Ian Vuuren (Coach),

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WYNBERG RETAINS THE CUP!

In a strong and gusty North West windsome 52 boats from 1 schools sailed theAnnual In ter- chools Dabchick champion-hip at Zeekoevlei on aturday 1 th eptem-ber. We had as usual entered a strong team,but were dogged with illluck right from thetarting gun, when Greg Davis, wrongly

obeymg a recall signal turned round torecross the line - and in doing so, unfortun-ately capsized and lost several places.Michael Vulliamy got away to a good start,only to have his centre-board fall right outofthe boat on the run down to the leewardmark. Displaying extraordinary skill hetacked back up into the wind (with no keel!)and recaptured the floating centreboard.He then tarted working hi way up throughthe fleet to eventually finish a very creditable,5th. Individually, it was Michael Davis, theyoungest member of the team who fared best,finishing third overal!.The final result wa :

Wynberg A Team: Fir t.Wynberg B Team: Third. (beaten forecond place by only one point!)

We cannot close without commending theperformance of imon Bonger ,who awboth the other members of his team retire,but nonetheless pushed grim ly on to the endto fini h in 24th position. Thi is the piritwhich promise a bright future for sailing atWynberg! O.M.

YACHTINGYACHTING - JUNlOR

It is obviously an advantage to start anysporting interest at an early age. At first, acomplex sport, such as yachting, would seemconfusing to a young chap 10-13 years old,but after a period of ra ther repetiti ve practicesomething sinks into his mind, and in thi ,the third term, the results are there for all tosee.

r am rather proud of the boys, in that theyhave stuck it out for this lengthy period, andtaken it all in their tride. To see a Nomad,which is built for a much larger per on, hull-flying across the vlei handled with ease bytwo comparatively small boys, does my heartgood. The e are the result I like to see. Notall the boys have had the chance to skipperthe Catamarans yet, but the term is stillyoung and could be a very exciting one, withthe prospects of a little experience of seaailing through the surf in our new HobieCat.

During this rather chilly period of winter,we learn a valuable le son once again -namely that sailing is not all about relaxingin the warm summer sun.

Winter conditions for sailing mean that weexperience frequent wind changes, rathercold dumpings in the water and miserableirritating calms where time stands still andthe paddles come out.

However, we who per evere in these nastyconditions, gain very valuable experiencethat the seasonal yachtsmen do not benefitby. (Here I would like to suggest that the boyswear more appropriate clothing for thesecold conditions).

In conclusion, I am well plea ed at there ults and have grown very fond of mypupils, who have come outofthemselve andnow treat me as a fellow yachtsman andeven argue points ofsailing with me. A few ofthe more advanced pupils have rendered mevaluable as i tance in the teaching of thenew-corners.At the end of the year, I would very much

like to meet parents and show them all that Ihave spoken about, as well as to advise themof their sons' particular fancy in the vastworld of boats - it is so much better thanwriting about it.

GRAHAM WHITE,(Chief Instructor)

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