P.B. v. H. B. Rugby

In a bright open display of football Poverty Bay were sadly defeated by the visiting Hawkes Bay team by 26 points to 9 at Rugby Park last month. Played on a good field and under perfect weather conditions the game opened in the home sides favour when winger Brian Johnson went over in the corner for an unconverted try. However, Hawkes Bay's fast agile backline soon reversed this advantage with some brilliant movements which completely outclassed their opponents. H. B. Flanker, Tony Small, goal kicked very well and claimed 14 points off his boot.

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W. Davis racing for a try with D. L. Katae and H. P. Gordon coming up in defence.

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Don Green breaking through the H.B. backline with Hugh Gordon in support

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M. Percy kicks as Brian Johnson and David Alley move in

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Doug Katae high tackling Allan Brown

These pictures taken in quick succession follow Doug Katae making a try.

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P. R. Ransley and R. C. Spencer hit the ground heavily

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Hugh Gordon about to pounce on M. Percy

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Doug racing for the line after receiving the ball from Hugh Gordon

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Two H.B. players attempt to tackle him as he dives for the line.

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As Don Green and Doug Fee arrive on the scene referee B. Hanlon signals a try.