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No 188 : February 25, 1970

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Wilding Shield Tennis

Some powerful tennis was seen on the courts during the play-off between Poverty Bay and Hawkes Bay in the Wilding Shield series. This annual event drew its fair share of spectators. Their enthusiasm was dampened, like the players, however, on the second day due to rain.

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Top Poverty Bay player, Stuart Robb, drives.

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Local player Jack Pere takes a turn at umpiring.

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Young Hawkes Bay player Michael Hallagan returns a difficult ball.

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Making a good recovery is Paul Finlayson of Hawkes Bay.

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The Hawkes Bay team: Eric Morris (manager), Michael Hallagan, Ian Howard, Paul Finlayson, Owen Bold.

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Bill Roberts slams down a serve.

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The Poverty Bay team: Phil Bowker (manager), Bill Roberts, Peter Healey, Jack Pere, Stuart Robb.

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Peter Healey strikes back.

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