Annual Rugby Clash

The annual clash between Poverty Bay and East Coast at Rugby Park on Queen's Birthday weekend drew a crowd of more than 6000, who were treated to a keen display of rugby, and especially goal kicking.

Poverty Bay's full-back Haupai Henare was right on the ball, scoring points from seven of his eight attempts at goal, giving himself a personal tally of 20, and his side victory by 23 to 14.

East Coast's points also came mainly from the boot, both sides scoring only one try each.

The game held keen interest for both players land spectators, as selectors Messrs A. J. Sheehan and E. Baker picked their combined team to play against the Springboks.

Coast half-back Tuta Tarre breaks from a scrum as Bay's loose forwards Garry Thompson (left) and Buster Taylor race across to cover.

Johnny Collins hangs on desperately as Buff Milner tries to fend him off during an East Coast attacking movement.

Muru Walters clears the ball as he is charged by Peter Gibson

P.B. lineout forward Dave Wale whips the ball back to Sonny Rutene as he is protected by a solid wall of red jerseys. Players are, from left: Barny te Kani, John Manuel, Dave Wale, Tiger Whakataka, Terry Murphy, Buddy Smith, Doug Fee, Clive Gilbert, Sonny Rutene, Buster Taylor, and Garry Thompson.

Opposing half-backs Tuta Tarre and Sonny Rutene marked each other closely

Haupai Henare sets about scoring three points

The crowd shows its approval of East Coast's try

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The Gisborne Photo News

No 132 : June 16, 1965

Annual Rugby Clash