St Michaels University School - Black Red and Blue Yearbook (Victoria, British Columbia Canada)

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SPORTS CHANIPIONS Eves, L. Getz, R. Keble, A. ATHLETICS Sports training was started early again this year. The system of House standards, inaugurated last year, again spurred all boys to train and attempt to reach a mean,'. in each event. It was, indeed, gratify- ing to see so many boys doing something constructive during the-i-r free time. Starting blocks were optional in sprints, though most boys used them - to doubtful advantagel' The only new event this year was the javelin throw, this being the thirtieth year since it was last a sports day event. A new record was set at 143' 8 . A few boys used all possible means to achieve better performances -starting blocks and tins of glucose employed to excess. A good standard was maintained generally in each event. S. G. SPORTS DAY The Annual Athletic Sports took place on Saturday, June lst. Qnce again we were extremely grateful for perfect weather and a large audience of parents, Old Boys and friends. Results were quite good generally, one field event record being broken by Dalziel. who won the Javelin with a 143' 8', throw, beat- ing the 1925 record of 108, 8 . On the track, times were good, notable 12

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Beyer Equals the Record in the Hundred being Beyer in the Open 100 yards, who equalled the 10.2 record. and Getz, who won the 120 yards hurdles in 1-1.8. breaking the 1951 record in that event. The Band of the Canadian Scottish Regiment was unfortunately unable to attend. After the Sports, tea was served on tables at the side of the field, after which the proceedings were gracefully rounded off by Mrs. Bonner ito whom our best thanks are due 1. who presented the trophies to the winners. SPORTS OFFICIALS President ......... .................................................i. T he Headmaster Starter ................ .....,....................................,,. 1X flr. C. F. Genge Timekeepers-M-.U F. N. Cabeldu, C.B.E., D.S.O., Mr. F. C. Pollard, Mr. L. Hinton fNIr. A. Gibbs, M1'. A. Moilliet. Lt.-Col. R. Judges ....... ...... l Girard. Mr. T. E. Robinson, Mr. G. R, Shipley. lMr. R. R. Challoner, Mr. G. H. Jackson lM1'. C. Berrisford. Mr. R. Proudman. Stewards 'i' i ' 1 Mr. T. Keble Announcer ....,,............. .........,.................,................. M r. L. C. Storr Clerks of the Course ......... .... ........ l M F' S' Grey lklr. XV. R. G. Wlenman 13