Brentwood College School - Brentonian Yearbook (Mill Bay, British Columbia Canada)

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B r e ii t w o o d College Magazine Brentwood held their own, getting the ball from practically every scrum in the second half, but could not score. A fumble by one of the backfield resulted in another try for the University School. From then till the finish, Brentwood fought hard, but could not score. Todd was put out for the season, due to an injury to his ankle. Brentwood v. Fifth Regiment Played at Brentwood on February 28th. ( Won 3-9 ) In this match we had our first accident of the rugger season, when Wilkinson had the misfortune to break his ankle. The team began poorly and our opponents very nearly scored. Play swung from one end of the field, with Brentwood showing decided superiority in the scrums. The score stood 0-0 at half-time. From the start of the second half, Brentwood forced and the forwards worked their way to the Fifth ' s line. Following a series of scrums, Mitchell secured and crossed the line. The Fifth Regiment took up the attack, but fine tackling by the backfield held them out. The team played much better in the second half, realizing that they were one man short. Brentwood v. Oak Bay Wanderers Played at Oak Bay Park, March 5th. (Lost 11-0) In our last game of the season we were badly beaten by the greatly improved Oak Bay Wanderers. The game was played with four of the regular first team missing, due to injuries. Pat Hope and Air. Phillips ably took the place of the injured with the aid of two 2nd XY players. The forwards were playing very poorly and the three-quarter line never had a chance. The Wanderers scored from a penalty kick, followed by two tries, one being converted. Play kept in mid-field till half-time. Brentwood opened strongly and for some time looked dangerous. The Wanderers were making use of long kicks to touch. Deadly tackling by the Wanderers ' backfield kept Brentwood out during the last few minutes, and the Wanderers won a well-deserved game on the day ' s play. Inter-House Rugby Match (A Draw) Both teams played first-class rugby, which was a reversal of the form displayed in the last 1st XV matches. The Lower House had the forwards, and the Upper House the backfield. The result was a good hard game. The Upper House took the offensive when Mitchell nearly scored. Play swung to the Upper House territory, where Mitchell was penalized. Driscoll put Page Thirteen

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Brentwood College Magazine During the first half Brentwood made numerous forward rushes, but could not score. The three-quarter line, playing together with new men, didn ' t work very satisfactorily. The Scottish attacked towards the end . of the game, but could not score. Horn picked up a loose ball and ran fifty yards to score the winning points. Brentwood v. Victoria High School Played at Brentwood on February 11th. (Lost 9-3) Playing one of the best games of the season, our 1st XV gave the High School a great battle, but lost by bad luck rather than superior rugby. The pitch was covered with water, making three-quarter work poor. Brentwood forwards started the attack and, although much lighter, managed to force their opponents. Brentwood was superior in both the tight and loose, but a High School forward broke from the line and scored. Soon after, Horn ran fifty yards for a try to bring the score to 3-3. During the first twenty minutes of the second half, Brentwood held the High School inside their ten-yard line, but could not score. The High School finally cleared and were awarded a try. Shortly before timle they crossed the line again. Although beaten, the first team deserve credit for their splendid spirit in this game. Brentwood v. Victoria College: Played February 13. (Lost 6-0) We were again beaten by the College and it was superior weight that resulted in our defeat. The hard game on the previous Tuesday, with the High School, no doubt had an effect upon the team. Play remained in midfield until the College were awarded a penalty kick, which Carey made. A few minutes later Mabee ran through the entire team for a try. Brentwood fought back and Mitchell just miissed scoring. For the remainder of the half play moved from end to end. The second half opened with Brentwood on the offensive. The College soon took up the attack and forced Brentwood into their own territory. During the last few minutes, Brentwood tried their best, but could do nothing. Brentwood v. University School Played February 20th. (Lost 11-0) Brentwood suffered the first defeat by the University School in four years, and on the day ' s play were badly beaten. The game was played at the Athletic Park prior to the Rep game, so that there was a good crowd. The University School scored on a free kick less than a minute from the start. This broke the spirit of Brentwood and the team played very poorly. The University School scored a try, which was converted after a fumble. Brentwood attacked, but the three-quarters were not working together. Page Twelve

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Brentwood College Magazine over a mis-kick. The Upper House retaliated with a number of forward rushes, and were awarded a free kick, which Mitchell kicked for three points. Woods, Thorn and Ellis were playing a useful game, combining in a run that was stopped at touch and goal. The second half opened with play staying in the centre of the field. Neither team could gain any advantage and the game ended in a draw. Mr. Phillips refereed. Notes on the Players F. G. MITCHELL (Captain): A sound, hard-working forward and valuable hook. He led his team well and was himself responsible for many tries. S. B FRASER (Vice-Captain): Full-back. A very safe tackle and a fair kick. He used his judgment. C. P. A. SHARLAND: An invaluable wing-forward — always on the ball with good control with his feet. D. K. ARCHIBALD: A hard-working forward who always backed up well — poor control with his feet, but a sound tackle. B. M. COOPER: A clever and elusive scrum-half whom it was necessary to play centre-three-quarter. He never felt quite at home in this position. J. H. THORN: Centre-three-quarter. He has piayed some good games, but his form varies considerably. R. F. DRISCOLL: A heavy forward who always used his weight to good effect. P. WOODS: A good pair of hands. Sound in defence and a good eye for an opening in attack. J. E. POOLE: A sound, hard-working forward. T. G. B. COLTHURST: A good worker and sound tackle. More valuable in the line- out than in the scrum. C. T. B. TODD: Wing-three-quarter. Dangerous in attack, but weak in defence. W. J. BARRETT-LENNARD: Very sound in defence, but lacked speed for attack. He always played hard and rarely missed his man. L. W. WILKINSON: Forward; works hard and tackles hard, but lacks experience of the game. R. L. WILKIN: Scrum-half. A hard worker and good tackle. He played some splendid . games. D. KINLOCK: Keen and hard-working; invaluable in a mud-puddle. J. E. BUCK: A keen player who always stayed the pace. Nine Years ' Record 1923-24 Brentwood v. For Agst. J. B. A. A ' .. 8 3 Normal School 22 8 The Navy 6 14 Oak Bay Wanderers 0 6 Oak Bay Wanderers 0 14 J. B. A. A 0 6 University School 0 11 Normal School 3 3 Normal School 0 9 Victoria High School 6 0 Cowichan 6 0 University School 0 0 Cowichan ■ 5 3 Oak Bay High School 30 0 Played 14 Won 6 Lost 6 Drawn 2 1924-25 Brentwood v. For Agst. Normal School 24 0 United Services 35 3 J. B. A. A 17 0 Oak Bay Wanderers 6 0 Victoria College 8 0 Normal School 15 0 Cowichan Seniors 11 3 J. B. A. A 3 f United Services 24 6 Oak Bay Wanderers 0 8 Victoria College 11 0 The Navy . 6 6 University School 22 0 The Navy 11 3 Victoria College 11 0 Oak Bay Wanderers 0 6 Cowichan Seniors 14 0 Played 17 Won 13 Lost 2 Drawn 2 Page Fourteen