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

Text from Pages 1 - 80 of the 1965 volume:

BRENTWOOD COLLEGE MILL BAY, VANCOUVER ISLAND BRITISH COLUMBIA TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Board of Governors 5 The Staff 5 Speech Day 6 Prize List 8 The Graduating Class 9 The Prefects - 16 The Houses: Ellis - 17 Privett -19 Hope - - -20 Sports : Rugby— 1st XV .21 2nd XV. —26 3rd XV , —27 Colts XV 28 Junior Colts... —29 Track and Field — Senior ..30 Junior . 32 Tennis _. . 34 Rowing 37 Sailing 38 Basketball 40 Cross-Country .42 School Activities: Drama 43 Annual Concert ..47 Gymnastics Club 50 Duke of Edinburgh Scheme. 51 Chess Club 52 Literary 55 Advertisements 64 3 Board of Governors Patron: Rt. Hon. Vincent Massey, p.c., c.h. F. Rogers, b.a.sc, Chairman (Vancouver) J. R. Genge, m.a., (cantab), Vice-Chairman (Victoria) P. A. Cherniavsky, b.a.sc. (Vancouver) Assoc. Professor J. A. Izard, b.eng., m.e.i.c., p.e.n.g. (Victoria) A. M. C. Kenning (Victoria) J. W. Pitts, b.eng., m.b.a. (Vancouver) Dr. M. D. Young, c.d., m.a., m.b., bch., m.r.c.p., f.r.c.p.(c) (Vancouver) H. R. Whittall, b.a., c.a. (Vancouver) F. W. Winspear, c.a. (Edmonton) R. A. H. Lort (Victoria) W. D. C. Mackenzie (Calgary) Colonel R. O. Bull (Sidney) W. D. Ferris (Edmonton) The Staff HEADMASTER D. D. Mackenzie, m.a. (Edinburgh), f.r.s.a. SENIOR MASTER P. C. Clarke, b.a. (Sheffield), d.p.e. (Carnegie) ASSISTANT MASTERS T. G. Bunch, b.a., dip. ed. (Birmingham) P. A. Lanyon-Orgill, ph.d. (Vind.), m.a., f.r.a.s. F. Martin, b.s.a. (British Columbia) D. J. Pope, b.a. (Manitoba) T. J. Browne, b.sc, h.d.e. (Galway) E. J. Dally, b.a., dip.ed. (Wales) I. R. Ford, m.a., dip.ed. (Oxon.) A. Rees, d.l.c, dip. phys. ed. (Loughborough) J. O. Fraser, b.a. (Mt. Allison) A. C. Carr, m.a., p.c.e. (Trinity, Dublin) W. J. Burrows, b.sc. (Manchester), a.m.c.s. B. K. Clark, m.a. (Oxon.) BURSAR L. M. Crookston MATRON Miss J. Langley 5 Speech Day, June 19, 1965 Brentwood graduates and all present at the Gradua- tion Ceremonies were treated to an exceptionally fine commencement address by Dr. M. McGregor, Head of Department of Classics, University of British Co- lumbia. Noting that self-education was as available as, and sometimes better than, higher or university education, Professor McGregor went on to destroy some of the more common myths surrounding those of graduation age, and to lay a basis for more lasting and real atti- tudes on life. He touched on many topics in a very short talk: Religion — The Greeks had one religion and many Gods. We have one God and many religions. ' How extraordinary ' , the Greeks would say ; the Press — Don ' t ever believe that headlines ever tell you what really happened ; Government — Don ' t be persuaded that democracy is the only possible good form of government — it isn ' t ; Universities — Some of the big- gest lunatics I know make their living behind a uni- versity lectern ; Modern education — The latest style seems to be degrees in a hurry; this isn ' t true educa- tion. Holidays are to let what you have learned sink in. A vacation is just as much a part of a B.A. as books and courses . But he did not just pick apart. Professor McGregor offered the graduates this challenge; to develop the ability to think for themselves, to learn to discrimin- ate, to judge, to pick and choose between conflicting ideas and ideals. He spoke to the graduates on their own terms, with wit and logic. One Grade XII member remarked later that, Here we had someone telling us things that mat- tered, in a way that made sense, and in a way that left us feeling we could do something about what he said. This is indeed a high compliment, coming from an habitually critical audience. A forceful address delivered in such an entertaining way is a rarity, and students and staff here thank Professor McGregor for a refresh- ing close to a years studies. Mrs. McGregor graciously consented to present the subject and form prizes, and the school awards. 6 Prize List Subject Prizes ENGLISH SENIOR: W. Morkill A History of English Literature JUNIOR: P. McFarland Shakespeare ' s England MATHEMATICS SENIOR: R. McVicar JUNIOR: S. Wallick The Language of Mathematics Adventures in Mathematics HISTORY SENIOR: T. Cooke JUNIOR: B. Williams The Kaiser Shakespeare ' s England GEOGRAPHY SENIOR: D. Arnoldi JUNIOR: T. Watkins Book of the Eskimos The Living World of Achievement SCIENCE SENIOR: R. Cruickshank Science for Everyman Encyclopaedia JUNIOR: C. Martin The Living World of Science PHYSICS SENIOR: R. McVicar The Science of Science CHEMISTRY SENIOR: R. Rollins Encyclopaedia of Sciences FRENCH SENIOR: C. Peter JUNIOR: J. Mitchell Markings The Naked Society LATIN SE NIOR: C. Peter JUNIOR: N. Grundy The Bible as History Greek Gods and Heroes GREEK SENIOR: K. Fischer Greek Mythology GERMAN JUNIOR: F. Liggett Cassell ' s German English Dictionary 7 Prize List Grade Prizes GRADE VIII P. McFarland Literature of the World GRADE IXB C. Grimes The Grey Seas Under GRADE IXA N. Grundy Where in the World? GRADE XB B. Haddrell Never Cry Wolf GRADE XA J. Mitchell I.G.Y. Year of the Moons VJ t .f LJ IZ B. Spankie World Beneath the Oceans GRADE XIB R. Witts British Columbia GRADE XIA C. Peter Gods, Graves and Scholars GRADE XIIB B. Duncan The Outline of History GRADE ( ' Dux ' of XIA School) P. Miller Profiles in Courage School Awards Florence Scott Award for Excellence in Creative English Earnshaw Award for an Outstanding Dramatic Performance Davis Award for Outstanding Scholastic Progress The Junior Citizenship Award The Senior Citizenship Award The Appleton Trophy for Leadership The Yarrow Shield for Outstanding Performance in Academics and Athletics C. Statham The Chequered Shade B. Greenhalgh Read With Me N. Grundy The Concise Oxford Dictionary C. Cripps T. Whiffin K. Fischer R. Rollins 8 9 THE PREFECTS Seated, left to right: Grant Weaver, Terry Cooke, Karl Fischer, Barry Greenhalgh, the Headmaster, Brian Lupton, Tom Cooper, Phil Miller, Charles Thompson. Standing, James Crowe, Rory Morahan, Eric Donald, Bill Hobbs, Pat Wolfe-Milner, Doug Stone, Bill Morkill, Jamie Martin, Bruce Charkow. 16 THE HOUSES ELLIS HOUSE Ellis House provides us with an excellent example of life as it really is — a little microcosm of teen-age society, with a wide range of intellect, ability and interests. No two boys are alike: one has but to think of the odd re- marks when going the rounds at lights-out ' — the topics for con- versation — the need to say ' good-night ' in Hottentot and Spanish — the literature (?) being read at that time ranging from Lenin to Lolita, from Milton to Mad. And then again, to consider the habits of boys: the near-perfect dormitories of some and the inevitable chaos of others — the same old familiar names appear- ing each day inscribed in red crayon on a piece of cardboard — 17. Graham with his notes, Tupper ' s side-table, Owen ' s corner, and Duncan and Hutchins ' remains from their late-night libations. Some boys are inclined to be forgetful: on a quiet Sunday afternoon, with the distant ' ping-pong ' of the table-tennis balls upstairs I have endeavoured to mark exercises to a civilised back- ground of Bach and Brahms, only too often to hear the jungle rhythms of the Beatles being pounded out above my head by King, Mc Vicar and Rollins. I am convinced more and more that too many boys have defective hearing, or perhaps they are trying to raise the temperature of the building by harnessing energy in the form of sound. But most boys have been considerate for others and have helped their fellows when in difficulty; most of them have been loyal to the House, and some have contributed their time and some, like Leaf with his serials of ' Harry Taylor, secret agent 000 ' , their wit and literary skill. We have had our resident main- tenance teams in Conklin and Graham, although at times their enthusiasm has outrun their technical knowledge. We have had our ' kitchen ' , the joint operation of Black, Jennings and the muted pair, Gaddes and Taylor, and we have had our musicians; Cameron and ' Crazy ' Cruickshank. Without the prefects, the House would not be run so smoothly or efficiently: until Easter these responsibilities de- volved on Donald, Hobbs, Lupton, Miller, Morahan, Thompson and Weaver, while in the summer we had junior prefects: Aikins, Cameron, Feigl, Fuller, Harkema, Rollins and White. These boys have carried out their duties loyally and conscien- tiously and next year they may well be prefects who will be called upon to set an example for others and to help to guide the House to further achievements, not only in the academic and sporting fields, but also in building a happy community where friendships may be formed and developed and which will not be forgotten for many long years to come. But whatever has been and will be achieved, in the long run, depends on the attitude and good spirit of each and every member of the House. 18 P. A. Lanyon-Orgill PRIVETT HOUSE Generally speaking there was a fairly good year for the House. We had a number of ' duds ' but a process of attrition eliminated most of the problem. The boys on the whole adjusted very well, and after some preliminary shifting found their dorms and settled down. The boys are to be commended for their efforts on Sports Day when a goodly number of points were amassed. A number of dormitories deserve praise for their consistent level of tidiness and cleanliness. A painting bug bit part of the House during the Fall term and we were presented with the Chinese red and jet black of Messrs. Stewart and Marlin in dorm nine; the delicate mauve of Messrs. Sisley and Skip Stothert in dorm eleven, while Cohen, Ohman and Mark Stone went over- board with opposite walls of green and yellow. We even had a fishnet ceiling! All this made the House dormitories very much a reflection of the individuality of their occupants. House prefects were: Cooke, Crowe, Greenhalgh, Jamie Martin, Morkill, and Wolfe-Milner, while in the Summer term they were assisted by M. Clarke, Lamb, O ' Donnell, Whiff en in XIC and Kirby, Ragsdale and Pybus of XI A B. I would like to say that the leadership given to the House by Barry Greenhalgh has been most commendable, and to thank him for the standard he set. D. Pope 19 HOPE HOUSE The hunts for illicit goods hidden under floor boards, find- ing a live duck in one ' s bath tub, testing carpenter ' s saw horses before one dared to sit on them . . . these and many other in- teresting features of house life tended to make the last year pass very quickly. Having a top floor which never tired of practical jokes that invariably became unstuck because of the poor sense of humor of a certain house master, a second floor on which boys took at least two full terms to find those others to whom they were most suited as roommates — or companions in mischief — and a ground floor on which everybody seemed to be an ab- solute pillar of integrity , Hope House tended to be a rather interesting community at all times. Due to the generosity of Mrs. Thorn who presented the Common Room with a Hi-Fi and television set, many wet winter evenings were spent rather more pleasantly than they might otherwise have been. We would like here to record our gratitude and wish both herself and Robin a happy and successful stay in England. The House Captain, Karl Fischer, and his right hand man Tom Cooper, are both worthy of a special word of praise for their excellent services to the House throughout the year. I am sure each member of the House will join me in wishing these two young men every success in their new life. T. J. Browne 20 SPORTS RUGBY— 1st XV With the introduction of the new Rugby Union Laws in May 1964, it was obvious that many of the more traditional approaches to the game needed reviewing. In particular, was the new emphasis on forward mobility and fast creative half- backs. With these objectives the school team began the season, realising there was a tremendous amount of work to be done in all departments. Many difficulties were encountered during the first two months, the most noticeable being inexperience and the failure of the forwards to hunt as one unit. However, as the season progressed the side improved, and although never actu- ally hitting the highlights, these young players gave many credit- able performances. A convincing opening game against the Old Boys de- teriorated into heavy defeats at the hands of Cowichan R.F.C. and Shawnigan L.S., although in the latter the team was un- fortunate to lose two key players at a crucial stage in the game. Nevertheless, it was obvious that the team was lacking the basic ingredients essential for a successful side. After making several changes and placing more and more emphasis on forward mobil- ity there were signs of improvement by Christmas. During this period the team lost matches to University School, Shawnigan L.S., Royal Roads, and North Shore Juniors, and won games against Cowichan H.S., Victoria H.S., Oak Bay H.S. and Port Alberni H.S. After a five week break, they returned with great deter- mination only to be thwarted in an attempt to win against the Independent Schools. Games against Shawnigan L.S., University School, and St. George ' s School were lost by a 6 pt. margin, but earlier defeats were reversed at the expense of Royal Roads and North Shore J uniors. Despite losing the last game of the season, the team finished with their spirits high, in the knowledge that the majority of the players would be returning for one or more years. On the deficit side, the school will be losing Hutchins, Morahan, Martin, Donald, and Greenhalgh, and we say a sin- cere thank you for their efforts over the years. Possibly the sad- dest loss will be that of Barry Greenhalgh who delighted sup- 21 porters everywhere with his powerful running, and who contri- buted to the development of the younger players by his fine examples both on and off the playing field — we wish him well. A special word to Pat Hutchins who sacrificed his place late in the season to allow a policy of team building to function for next year — we hope to prove in ' 65- ' 66 that it was not a wasted effort. Sincere thanks to all the Staff and friends of the school who officiated at our games, and to the very loyal parents who sup- ported us during our teething times. PERFORMANCE Date Opposition Oct. 3 Old Boys Oct. 6 Cowichan H.S Oct. 10 Cowichan R.F.C Oct. 17 Shawnigan L.S Oct. 24 Royal Roads Nov. 4 Victoria H.S Nov. 7 Port Alberni Nov. 11 University S Nov. 17 Cowichan H.S Nov. 21 Shawnigan L.S Nov. 24 Oak Bay H.S Nov. 28 St. George ' s Dec. 5 University S Feb. 13 Royal Roads Feb. 16 Cowichan H.S Feb. 23 Nanaimo H.S Feb. 26 North Shore Jn Mar. 6 Shawnigan L.S Mar. 8 Victoria H.S Mar. 13 University S Mar. 20 St. George ' s Venue F. A. IT rt. jU - O A 1 Q j TT .. ri. 0 o - H. 8- 32 A. 3- 11 H. 24- 6 A. 14- 3 A. 11 - 22 A. 28- 3 A. 0- 14 H. 39- 3 H. 5- 8 A. 6- 16 H. 11 - 3 H. 9- 3 H. 11 - 14 A. 3- 0 H. 9- 14 H. 18- 6 H. 6- 12 A. 0- 9 Points Played Won Lost Drawn For Against 21 10 11 0 262 220 22 THE PLAYERS DAI WILLIAMS (Full Back) Promoted to the 1st XV at the tender age of 15 years. Des- pite his age, however, he gave extremely competent perform- ances, and the future last line of defence looks safe in his hands for years to come. He has a tendency to appear casual at times. A prodigious place kicker, but he must develop a punt in his left as well as his right foot. BARRY GREENHALGH (Wing) Affectionately known as the tank . Despite a short supply of the ball, he still emerged as the top try scorer. An extremely powerful runner who prefers a direct line as opposed to a curve when going for the line — a method in which he has no equal. Barry has been a great inspiration to all the younger members, and they will miss his guidance next year. (We live in fear of the Old Boys game. ) PAT HUTCHINS (Centre) He never quite lived up to expectations in attack, but his defence was superb. His approach to centre play was, never direct enough, and consequently he ran his winger close to the touch line. Pat must play with more confidence in senior foot- ball. Suggest he might play a season on the wing. JAMIE MARTIN (Centre) Something of an enigma. Given to histrionics on the field, but nevertheless his effort and loyalty were never in question. His over anxiety on occasions cost points, and if he can control his passing and general handling of the ball he will make a first class centre — has no parallel in defence. Fire Away Jamie. We shall miss that cherubic countenance. BRUCE STRAYHORN (Wing, Centre, Full Back) Mr. Utility — capable of playing in any of the back field positions, but probably most competent on the wing. His great 23 assets were his running, handling of the ball under any condi- tions, and a very strong defence. Weakness was a tendency to jump to avoid tackles — a dangerous practice he must shake off. Received a very bad leg injury late in the season, which upset the balance of the side. RICK ROLLINS (Wing) Played toward the latter part of the season and gave great value despite his inexperience at this level. Not the speediest of wingmen, but had a delightfully deceptive inside outside swerve that fooled many opponents. A few extra lbs. and more pace, will make him a force to be contended with. TERRY KIRBY (Outside Half, Centre) This year ' s Captain who performed an excellent task with a difficult crew. Terry is an extremely gifted footballer, but lacks the basic speed for a half back. A change later in the season to inside centre was a success; he must persevere with this role, for much responsibility rests on his shoulders next year. A fearless tackier, who set a fine example in all aspects of Captaincy. MALCOLM GRAHAM (Outside Half) Succeeded Kirby at this position in the 1st XV. He justi- fied the faith placed in him as his play went from strength to strength. Malcolm created many fine openings, and it is this feature that could make or break the back division next year. Punting under pressure was a weakness, and will need attention before October. TERRY COOKE (Inside Half) Terry was a tower of strength at the base of the scrum, and was a lifesaver on many occasions. His service was long and fast, but he had a tendency to take steps before passing. If he can rectify this and learn to break more often from the set plays, he will undoubtedly gain honours in senior football. Another fearless tackier. MARK CLARKE (Second Row, Prop) Pack leader who had probably the hardest task of all. Mark found the transition from tight to mobile forward play extreme- ly difficult, but never once shirked in his responsibility to the pack. A great enthusiast who must shed a few lbs. and spend much of his pre-season training in track shoes. CLINT CRIPPS (Prop) Probably the most improved player of the season. The baby of the forwards but nevertheless an industrious and rugged 24 individual, who did a tremendous job of holding boys very much his senior. Mobile and intelligent forward. ERIC DONALD (Hooker) Very much the specialist who could guarantee at least 50% of the ball. Lacking only in speed, but a feature he must work on if he is to succeed next year. Eric has given great service to Brentwood, and we will miss his technical advice in the tight play. HARRY RAGSDALE (Prop, Second Row) After a rather indifferent start to the season he developed into a very versatile forward. Prop is probably his best position where his industrious approach is most beneficial. Outstanding in the loose play, but should concentrate on line-out work, par- ticularly as a shield jumper. ARNE DAHL (Second Row) Won promotion to the team as a line-out specialist. In his first season at the game, he developed not only as a line-out player, but also as a tireless grafter in the loose and tight. With more experience and support he could be the backbone of the pack next year. DALE BERRY (Wing Forward) An aggressive player who set a fine example during the lean periods of the season. He must concentrate his energies more on the ball and not on the man; he will be far more effec- tive. A ferocious tackier who will cause concern among opposi- tion half backs. RORY MORAHAN (Wing Forward) Lacked the speed for an open side, but hounded most backs despite this deficiency. Has the wing forward ' s failing for getting off-side, but was good in the loose. Another player who has a tendency to play the man and not the ball. In future years he might try the blind side of the scrum. ROGER FULLER (No. 8) The best in this player has yet to be seen. Played in several positions before finding his spot at No. 8. Still inexperienced in this role, but has the necessary physical qualities for the modern No. 8. His main weakness was in failing to get away from the set plays quickly enough, and consequently expended much energy pushing when the ball was lost. The fastest forward, a strong defence. A ™ 25 2nd XV Because of the responsibility to supply the 1st XV with players at any time, the task of maintaining consistency and re- cording a successful season is always a difficult one with this team. However, this year has proved rather exceptional, for not only did they fulfill their commitment to the senior side but also finished with an impressive playing record. Much of the credit for this must go to Karl Fischer, Captain, and Jim Crowe, pack leader, who between them demanded team effort, and main- tained a high standard of performance. The morale of the team was always at a high point, and had the desired effect of making the 1st XV play to the maxi- mum, or alternatively be demoted. Dahl, Rollins, Graham, Cripps, and Berry were all products of the 2nd XV. Several other players were called upon to fill gaps through injury, and all gave creditable performances. It would be difficult to single out individuals for mention, for they were very much a team — this spirit will undoubtedly serve the school well next year. Congratulations to all who repre- sented the 2nd XV as follows: — Cooper, Scott-Moncrieff, I., Morkill, Mitchell, Harkema, Dobson, Fischer, Crowe, Aikins, Stone, M., Ohman, King, Garbutt, Moss, Arnoldi, Stothert, Feigl, Marlin, Stewart, Hobbs, Gregg. PERFORMANCE Opposition For Against Cowichan H.S 19 0 Shawnigan L.S 6 11 Qualicum S 9 0 North Shore 3 3 University S 13 3 Shawnigan L.S 14 6 St. George ' s 3 0 University S 6 13 Qualicum S 5 5 St. George ' s 5 8 Victoria H.S 11 3 Shawnigan L.S 3 11 University S 19 3 Cowichan R.F.C 5 15 Oak Bay H.S 5 0 Cowichan H.S 9 8 26 Port Alberni H.S Oak Bay H.S Lake Cowichan H.S. 19 14 9 3 3 6 Played 19 Won 12 Drawn 2 Lost 5 179 For 3rd XV The Third XV won only one of their games, but their con- tribution to the school Rugby was considerable. Several mem- bers of the team had, by the end of the season, gained promotion to the 1st and 2nd XV ' s, including some who had not played Rugby before coming to Brentwood. A school as small as ours suffers at the 3rd XV level when playing opponents who have greater resources, but even in defeat the team played with great spirit. The Captain in most of the games was Robert McVicar. As befits a converted No. 8 he was very active in the loose play, but was not always happy with his new position of hooker. He led a very strong pack of forwards, several of whom should be fighting for places in the 1st XV next year. Pybus, Wolfe-Milner, Smith, Conklin and Wade Cripps all gave sterling displays in the set scrums and line-outs. In the back row Milne, Ohman, and Calverly were destructive and quite mobile. Miles Dobson played scrum-half until his promotion to ' A ' group when he was replaced by White. Both played well, but were unable to find a successful partner at outside half. Whiffln and Ohman were tried in this position, but neither looked at ease. De Roos and Mark Stone played centre but showed a ten- dency to leave their opposite numbers too much room in which to move. Mitchell, Hayes and John Earnshaw on the wings made the most of limited chances. At fullback Dai Williams was al- ways cool, and his place-kicking a study in concentration. Others who played were Collison, Cullen, Haddrell, Magnuson, O ' Brien, Dave Stone and Tansley. Shawnigan L 24-0 N. Saanich L 5-0 Oak Bay W 39-0 Shawnigan L 21-0 N. Shore L 8-5 I. R. Ford 27 COLTS XV This was a disappointing season for the team. With a fair share of talent available, the team generally failed to make the most of it, and lost most of their games as a result. Against the other independent schools they usually began by playing well, and then later allowed themselves to lapse. However, twice they showed their best form: once against University School, at home, when they almost won a game which finally went 5 - 3 against them; and against St. George ' s, also at home, when they won 6-5. In the other games, the team lacked cohesion; one day the forwards would play well, the next the backs would. This in- consistency, coupled with often half-hearted tackling, did much to produce their poor showing in points for and against. The backs were often too slow to the ball or ball-carrier, and many tries were scored against them. They saw the ball moved quickly and dangerously from man to man, but they did not learn quickly enough from their defeats. Those joining the heavier teams next season must take heed of this year ' s lessons in ball-handling and tackling, and try to apply them. Bryan Scott-Moncrieff proved an able captain, and Masson showed greater spirit and fire after his transfer to the back-row of the pack, where he led it well. E. J. Dally JUNIOR COLTS The Junior Colts had a very lean season but by the end of it were coming to terms with the opposition. Their principal weaknesses were in lack of determination to gain and keep pos- session of the ball, incisiveness and, of course, experience. The forwards often played well together and gave a good account of themselves against heavier packs; there was certainly a fair share of the ball from tight scrums. But outside, apart from Mc- Martin there was very little punch, except for the spasmodic solo effort. This points to another common fault, no backing up; with correction of the latter and a sense of urgency in going for the loose ball the balance could have been tipped in our favour in the last two games of the season. It is to be hoped that with the change of rule, allowing anybody under 15, whatever weight, to play, and with several members of the side remaining next year, the team will emerge from the doldrums. The following played for the team: McMartin, Stewart, T., Pinch, Pocock, Boulton, D., Mutter, Maxam, Winter, Boyd, Grundy, Arnoldi, P., Williams, G., Liggett, Angus, MacLennan, Peter, Wilkinson, R., Pite, Wallick, Barnsley. B. K. Clark 29 TRACK AND FIELD Senior The standards of Senior Track and Field were considerably better than in previous seasons. This was due in part to the fol- lowing reasons. The nucleus of last year ' s Junior team had now moved up a division, and there were still a few senior mem- bers from the previous year. In addition the school now had a recognised track and good pits, which gave them facilities needed for an organised training programme. The season opened with a short tour to Seattle in the last week in April, the school competing against Lakeside School and King ' s Garden School. The team acquitted themselves well winning comfortably against Lakeside, and losing by 1 point to Ki ngs. Outstanding individual performances were given by Barry Greenhalgh who recorded sprint doubles; Roddy Garbutt who recorded 19 ' 10 in the Broad Jump; David Owen who won the 2 Miles at his first attempt over this distance; Kirby who won the Javelin, and Pat Hutchins who won the 180 yds Low Hurdles. On resumption after the Easter holidays, matches were won against Cowichan H.S. and Shawnigan L.S. in a convincing manner, but the team failed against University School in Vic- toria. Despite this loss they travelled to St. George ' s School, Van- 30 couver, to compete in the Independent Schools Championship. Brentwood finished second, again having to concede first place to a very strong University side. This result was a great improve- ment on the previous year where the school finished last. The final meet was in the Mid-Island Championships held in Duncan, and the team gained a fitting reward for their dedication over the year by winning the Senior Boys Aggregate Trophy. This com- pleted a successful season which had seen most of the school records broken. Barry Greenhalgh was the outstanding performer recording sprint doubles at both Championships and breaking both the 100 yds and 220 yds records in the Mid-Island with times of 10.3 and 23.5 seconds respectively. Arne Dahl won the Javelin in Vancouver with an excellent throw of 155 ' 9 ; Jim O ' Donnell won the Mile at the same meeting and was closely followed by Derek Harkema in second place. The friendly duels between these boys has been an exciting feature of the season, with vic- tory in the first few matches going to Harkema and the final victories to O ' Donnell — both recorded under 4:50.0 for this event. Harry Ragsdale was a much improved pole vaulter who slowly got to terms with the fibre glass pole, and will no doubt record over IT next year. The field event representatives were disappointing particularly in the Shot and Discuss, although the transition from Junior to Senior is probably more difficult in these events. Roddy Garbutt was again the decathlon athlete who was invaluable to the team. Ian Scott-Moncrieff was handi- capped at the start of the season with a shoulder injury, but worked hard to record many respectable times. Rick Rollins was disappointing in view of his excellent performances as a Junior, but his dedication is such that he will surely record a sub 2 mins. for the 880 yds. next year. George Sisley was the most con- sistent High Jumper and probably the most improved performer. David Lamb equalled the school record in this event, but never fulfilled his earlier promise, although with more experience he is capable of 5 ' 9 or more. Jim Crowe arrived on the scene having never competed in Track Field before, and proceeded to confound everyone, in- cluding himself, with some very respectable sprint times. Tom Whiffen and Jamie Martin were loyal relay men who were as responsible as any for team success. Pat Hutchins and Bruce Spankie deserve special mention for their performances in the Hurdles. Having to train with 4 home made hurdles was ex- 31 tremely difficult, but despite this, they were never disgraced in any of the meets. To the Juniors who assisted during the year we offer our thanks; your efforts were very much appreciated. SENIOR RECORDS Event Name Time Dist. Year 100 B. Greenhalgh 10.3 1965 220 B. Greenhalgh 23.05 1965 440 B. Pottschmidt 52.6 1964 880 G. Killy 2:02.6 1964 Mile J. O ' Donnell 4:45.0 1965 2 Miles D. Owen 11:03.7 1965 120 (Hdls) B. Spankie 17.4 1965 180 (Hdls) P. Hutchins 23.3 1965 Discuss B. Carlson 134 ' 6 1964 onOt K. Uarbutt 1710 1 51 t V2 B. Jump R. Garbutt 19 ' 10 1965 Tr. Jump R. Garbutt 39 ' 7 1965 H. Jump B. Martin 5 ' 8 1964 D. Lamb 5 ' 8 1965 P. Vault H. Ragsdale 10 ' 2 1965 4x110 Relay 45.5 1965 4x440 Relay 3:32.8 1964 A. Rees 32 JUNIOR We had few really outstanding Juniors this year, but never- theless we managed to perform very creditably because of our teamwork. Typical of the enthusiasm and willingness to ' have a go ' was the offer of a shot putter to run in a quarter mile relay team, . . .I ' ll run Sir, how far ' s a quarter? ' It was very pleasant to see this attitude revealed by the majority of the team in a sport where the temperamental athlete is so often seen. We won our fixtures against Cowichan 60-32 and Shawni- gan 98-82. We lost narrowly to Nanaimo A.C. 90-84, and were second to the magnificent Woodlands team in the Mid-Island Championship. Our outstanding all-round athlete was Dai Williams, only just out of the Midget class, who gained 2nd place in the Junior Individual aggregate in the Mid-Island Championship. He was 2nd in the 440 yards, the High Jump, the Triple Jump, and the Broad Jump. He also ran legs in the 440 yards and mile relays. Another all-rounder was the Junior Captain, Malcolm Graham, who performed in the 100 yards, 220 yards, 440 yards, and Dis- cus, and the Triple Jump. Miles Dobson was an outstanding Pole-Vaulter, although suffering, for an athlete so young, an unusual experience — the snapping of his fibre-glass pole. Our shot-putters, Haddrell and Pybus both easily beat the existing school record, and their close rivalvry eventually resulted in a putt from Pybus of 47 ' 5 . JUNIOR RECORDS 100 yds R. Craig 10.5 1964 220 yds R. Craig 24.4 1964 440 yds Harkema 55.6 1964 880 yds Rollins 2:08.8 1964 Mile Owen 4:57.2 1965 Discus M. Graham 1 1 5 ft. 1965 Shot Pybus 47 ft. 5 in. 1965 Javelin Arnoldi 1 1 3 ft. 6 in. 1 964 Broad Jump Craig 1 8 ft. 7 in. 1 964 High Jump Williams 5ft. 5 in. 1965 Triple Jump Williams 37 ft 8 in. 1965 Pole Vault M. Dobson 10 ft. 3 in. 1965 4 by 110 yds relay 48.4 1965 4 by 440 yds Relay 3:47.2 1964 I. R. Ford 33 TENNIS The 1965 season has been a full, exciting and progressive one. Two new hard courts have been added, new players have emerged, fixtures have become wider and more competitive, titles have been challenged and in many cases have changed hands, and, most encouraging of all, more students than ever, from all grade levels, have been taking part in this most popular sport. Match play has revealed that our ground strokes are relatively efficient, in some cases subtle and varied, but serious weakness lies in service, volley, and overhead work in general. All team members tend to be somewhat ' polite ' , perhaps even casual, in their match performances. Downright aggression is rarely seen on the courtsalas! In early matches, particularly in the opening away fixture against Central Junior High School, Ken Milne played some in- spired tennis, which gained the recognition of colours in mid-season. His performances later in the season were erratic, to say the least. His partner, John Collison, played handsome ' picture-book ' tennis throughout the season, but as yet shows no sign of producing those sparkling ' winners ' which bring gasps 34 from the sidelines. In retrospect, I feel this first pair combination may not have been the most wise one. Tennis became too com- fortable! Next season Collison would do well to double with a more adventurous player, one who really strikes the ball; a ' power-house ' . Karl Fischer and Terry Kirby have been a most useful second pair, improving steadily throughout the season. There was a little more bravura here, but unfortunately they could never be held up as exemplary, for their performances often de- scended to complete carelessness. Third couple Doug Stewart and D ' Arcy Boulton have hand- some baseline games, with excellently controlled ground shots on either hand. Stewart has developed considerable power over- head and in service, but ironically his partner seemed unable to tighten these very areas of his game. This should be a most prom- ising pair for the 1966 season however, provided that they bring a little more speed, tenacity and determination to their match play. Occasional team players Tom Cooper, Grant Weaver, Mike Ohman, Terry Cooke, John Mitchell, and Ralph Dale provided a variable but reliable fourth couple whenever required. Of the seven matches played against Central Junior High School, Uni- versity School, St. George ' s, and Cowichan Men ' s Tennis Club, 3 were lost, 3 won, and 1 drawn. Social results of games with (not against!) Strathcona Lodge Girl ' s School will naturally not be recorded. Tournament entries were numerous, and the finals saw a new champion reign in each division. Senior Singles holder Hamish Thorns, now a 1st year student at the University of Vic- toria, was unfortunately not present to see his title go to John Collison, a worthy successor who defeated an unseeded team- mate Tom Cooper 6:2 6:0 in the final. Collison then teamed with Milne to take the Senior Doubles title by defeating Weaver and Cooke 6:3 6:1. These results provide the interesting situa- tion of Collison, holder of both senior titles, being with us to defend them next year. In the junior division, as was expected, D ' Arcy Boulton stroked his way to two titles. He took the singles by defeating Eric Anthony 6:1 6:5, then, with his partner John Mitchell, claimed the doubles title from the holders, Randy Masson and Randy Howarth with a 6:2 4:6 6:2 victory. 3 In addition to match play, four afternoon coaching sessions have been given each week throughout the summer term to some 37 players at all stages in the game. Only by the addition of two new courts has such a wide programme been possible: indeed, most afternoons have still seen four courts and a backboard crowded with players. To those players leaving us may we offer our congratula- tions and the wish for many happy sets in the future. Players with us in the Fall Term should be prepared for an extension of our Summer Term programme as long as the weather remains kind. T. G. Bunch 36 ROWING During the summer term our first and second crews record- ed wins against Clermont, Seattle, Shawnigan Lake and St. George ' s. In the final analysis however, in the Schoolboy Cham- pionships, we were found wanting, the first crew being beaten in their first heat and the second in their final. The most pleasing aspect of this regatta was the style of the second crew in winning an exciting first heat. During the past year boys from grades nine, ten, eleven, and twelve rowed. This, together with the fact that only four of our club members were in grade twelve, assures us of a solid nucleus for next year ' s club. With this eager group of boys and the pros- pect of new equipment, next year could be a big rowing year for Brentwood. First crew: White, Aikins, Thompson, Morahan, Landale (Cox). Second crew: McVicar, King, Calverly, Clint Cripps, Lehu (Cox). T. J. Browne 37 SAILING Twenty boys, junior and senior, during the Fall and Sum- mer terms attempted to master the tricky art of sailing the fast, light and temperamental Flying (Dutchman) Junior. Brentwood has five of these internationally-popular racing sailboats, and the twenty met with varying degrees of success. The Flying Junior is essentially a planing boat, and the tricky winds and unscheduled gusts which ply Saanich Inlet and the waters of Mill Bay call for a skipper of extraordinary ability, if he is to hold one of these 14-footers in a plane for any significant time. De Roos and Acheson, both helped by extensive Vancouver racing experience, shared the honor of being Brentwood ' s top sailors during the season. They each scored a first in the annual meet against Shawnigan Lake School for the Brentwood ' s Cup. The meet was held at Shawnigan Lake this year, and was decided on a best two out of three basis. Their two wins were admirably backed up with decisive second-places by Lionel Dobson and Malcolm Graham. With these two races well in hand, and the Cup therefore already won by Brentwood, our two final skippers, O ' Brien and Morahan both went down to rather ignominious defeats which seemed largely caused by overconfidence. The four skippers are to be congratulated for returning the Cup to its right- 38 ful resting-place, but next year ' s team may rest assured that Shawnigan will be out to get the Cup with a vengeance! The best junior skipper was Bunn, who earned fine show- ings in a two-day Summer Term racing series against Glenlyon School. A racing novice, he earned praise from Glenlyon skip- pers and coach both for his excellent defensive sailing against a better team, and for his calm demeanour on the water when faced with rather distressing pressures from opponents and, un- fortunately, his crew. Glenlyon won the first day ' s racing, held in Cadboro Bay using Royal Victoria Yacht Club facilities, by a score of 23 points to 19. During second day, held at Brentwood, the two schools split the first two races one win apiece. The third and deciding race was truly spectacular, with both schools ahead twice each during the final run to the finish line. Glenlyon won the race and the day by beating Bunn with less than a yard to spare. Maxam also sailed well in this series, and put in many hours of hard practice work. McRae, Earnshaw and Charles Martin were other junior skippers in the series. Liggett was an enthusiastic junior captain who deserves credit for setting a fine example of both spirit, and of willingness to work hard at some of the more onerous jobs which always accompany sailboat racing. A clean hull, finely-tuned rigging and perfectly set, wrinkle-free sails do not just happen that way! J. Fraser 39 BASKETBALL There can be very little doubt that the Basketball team was the Team of the Year . Despite the fact that the game is not re- garded as a major one at Brentwood, a small band of enthusiasts managed to sweep the board at the Independent Schools Cham- pionships held in Victoria. This fact became even more incredible when one considers that it was won with a team of 7 boys, and that only 5 could be used in the final! As very much the underdogs, they not only won the Cham- pionship, but one of their number, Arne Dahl, was voted the most valuable player, and both he and Bill Hobbs were placed on the All Star Team. Nothing but the highest praise should be accorded them, for they received little time to train, very little coaching, and to return with this cove ted trophy was due entirely to their fighting spirit. With the exception of Bill Hobbs, all the boys will be re- turning next year, and we look forward with optimism to that time. 40 THE PLAYERS BILLHOBBS (Forward) 6 ' 1 Captain. An exceptionally fast player on court, who covers a great deal of ground. Reads the play well and is very composed. Shoots well from any part of the court, and was an excellent general. ARNE DAHL (Centre) 6 ' 5 Outstanding player of the tournament, plus the leading points scorer. Crack shot from any part of the court and also an effective rebound player. MIKE OHMAN (Guard) 6 ' A very versatile ball handler, with a flare for setting up plays with the forwards. His set shot from outside the key proved most effective. MILES DOBSON (Guard) 5 ' 8 A fast aggressive player, with a tremendous talent for steal- ing the ball. Passing was exceptional — thinks the game well. DAVID LAMB (Forward) 6 ' SVi A most improved player. Proved a constant threat particu- larly under the basket. Snooting and rebounding were strong features of his play. SKIP STOTHERT (Guard) 5 ' 10 Determined and aggressive player. Famous for his set shot from centre court. Great nuisance value to his opponents. BRAD HADDRELL (Forward) 5 ' 11 An industrious player who was invaluable to the team. Competent in all departments of the game. A. Rees 41 CROSS-COUNTRY Cross-country proved to be the most suitable sport for the first part of the Spring Term, and also a popular, successful one. It is true that this success depended largely on the efforts of our six top runners: Harkema, O ' Donnell, Owen, Rollins, Whiffin, and Rick Graham, but there was good backing up in the rest of the team and school. After an initial winter defeat at Shawnigan Lake when our team lost its way, in ' 65 it was all wins in the Independent Schools events with two victories over Shawnigan; one at home and one away. In the invitational run with the Victoria High Schools Harkema had a very good race to come seventh out of 180 runners and the team came sixth out of four- teen B.C. teams in a meet at Royal Roads. The culminating point of the season came when the Brentwood team took 1st (Har- kema) 2nd (O ' Donnell) 4th (Owen) 11th (Whiffin) places to win the Independent Schools Championship and cup. Points in this match were 1st, Brentwood 18, 2nd, Shawnigan 27, 3rd, University 33, 4th St. George ' s 77. (reverse scoring). The following represented the first team: Harkema, O ' Donnell, Owen, Rollins, Whiffin, Rick Graham, Gordie Wilkinson, Washington, Acheson. Colours were awarded to Harkema and O ' Donnell. B. K. Clark 42 SCHOOL ACTIVITIES DRAMA Two Exhilarating Examples Point Up Moral Dedicated Youth Models for Elder! School Play Makes History 4 ,s. MfflGONE. In a move so far as I can ascertain unprecedented tn B.C., a private boys ' school play Is being; brought to a commercial theatre. Brent- Wood College ' s Antigone will be produced at the McPher- son on Friday, April 23. Gil Bunch, inspired director of Antigone, is head of the English department at Brent- wood. He has tak material of teen-age boys and girls, most of whom have never acted before, and fashioned a magnificent piece of theatre. I have seen some of his work. Last year I saw his staging of O ' Neill ' s In the Zone. The cast was 16 and 17-year-old schoolboys conveying emotions and experiences they can never have known. IN A TRANCE The audience sat in a trance, there was not a sound in that village hall as O ' Neill ' s sailoi savagely tormented until they had laid bare i oi soul. I don ' t mind admitting. before the curtain fell 7 4 moved to tears. Afc. 1 ' This Is theatre. 1 ttf acting. This Is what j 6 ? y ' costumes and expenj e ty ' 4, lng and concomila achieve alone. Tb j . And this Is wb V ' e J; can do with his ' (■ ,, what he has d °f q, Antigone, -- ' ' ' lucky enoug! see in Vict ' THE CASTW J-o -b Hamish % e 4 n - ' In AntigoneV ' ' - Brentwood ar. CI student at t, 3 Victoria. Creon is Ba from Duncan, a of Brentwood ai previous experie. is a Strathcona Lo Vancouver, Barba She is only just tur has never acted bel The nurse is Mil. also from Strathcona. had a little experience SOME SCHEDULE With these young peoi- Bunch has created a tri But have you heard of rehearsal schedule? For and a half months EV1 night from 8:45 to midiu they practised. And this isn ' t all. They woi everything they could lay hand on, for the only building avail- able was a community Jiall totally unheated and snow lay deep on the ground for three months up-Island. This Is dedication. And hasn ' t the result proved the worth of It? Furthermore they are returning early from their Easter vacations to rehearse again so that Antigone may be as perfect as possible. Would that some of our Vic- toria groups would practise long enough at least to know their lines! We can all learn from youth. Mm ovei- Hunch P ' -.-SSS F- Anita 006 ' Batbat  - ..i.vve  d . c0 fee BecW r diivvna ' one HMES, WED., APrjl 2j of ™ t- ory a tion« - but ifcet P r fill ' day one of the 0 month, an in- Bu neh, to brj u, ector . Gi rms. is , ws 44 KF0 RM4NCE ! ° t e imerp director and cast 1 to that i, hfj considerable brf, gamut of „_ . language f the ' - m f 0 :;: ' stage and whicf sIi • - sei -ei-al levels e is kM repeatec Playhouse Packed Antigone Enthrallin JOAN MASON HURLEY An entliralled audience packed the McPherson last night to see Rren I w o o d College Drama Club ' s presentation of .lean Anoui lh ' s Antigone. On any level of criticism, this was a brilliant production, cer- tainly one of the most outstand- ing evenings we have had at the theatre, and all due honor and acclaim must go to the presid- ing genius of the director, Gil : Bunch. The curtain opened on a mag- nificent grouping of the charac- ters of the play, all dressed in black, white or grey, and placed THE DAILY COLONIST April 24th, 1965 upon a free-form set of different levels. The Chorus w a s superbly played by Hamish Thorns. This young man had the most won- derful delivery, diction and an intimate confiding manner as he told us of the tragedy to come. Antigone, played by Barbara Becher, had dignity, serenity and a great power to move the audience. She went from strength to strength as the tragedy rose to its climax. Watching her, as the story unfolded in her contact with the other citizens of Thebes, it was quite impossible to re- member that all the actors were students. In a play of so much emo- tion, subtlety and impact, the humor supplied by the first guard, most vividly and amus- ingly played by John Feigel, was most welcome. Creon was effectively played by Barry Greenhalgh. Par- ticularly moving was his scene with his son, Haemon, played by Rory Morahan. Millie Sellor portrayed the nurse. I Wish that it had been con- sidered possible to allow an intermission, for one thing so that the audience could have had a chance to digest and discuss the play, but more par- ticularly so that the great cen- tral scene between Creon and Antigone could have been played more slowly to allow Anouilh ' s poetry of language and philosophy, expressed through Creon ' s arguments with Antigone, to be more fully assimilated. 45 Millie Sellar Barbara Becher Our revels now are ended. These our actors, As I foretold you, were all spirits, and Are melted into air, into thin air; And, like the baseless fabric of this vision. The cloud-capp ' d towers, the gorgeous palaces, The solemn temples, the great globe itself, Yea, all which it inherit, shall dissolve, And, like this insubstantial pageant faded, Leave not a rack behind (The Tempest, Act iv, Scene i). The Brentwood College Drama Club sincerely thanks a most co-operative neighbour school, Strathcona Lodge, and a more than generous theatre-going public for the support and en- couragement shown to its 1965 production of Jean AnouiJh ' s Antigone. At the same time, and with more than a little trepidation, notice is given that auditions will be held in October for the 1966 show. T. G. Bunch 46 ANNUAL CONCERT Sunday, 14 February 1965 BRENTWOOD COLLEGE. MILL BAY. DEAR MOM AND DAD. I AM FINE. PLEASE SEND FOOD. This was our annual school concert weekend, so I ' ll add a note to my usual weekly letter, telling you a bit about it. XB ' s began with a calm and dignified interpretation of Swan Lake by Tshakouchsky or however you spell it. Staging was music and a tumbling mat, to which they glided gently after each graceful aerial swan song. The Grade VIIFs were next, at least I ' ll take Mr. Ford ' s word that it was the Grade VIII ' s, because being the youngest form in the school they were shy and all the lights were out. You could hardly hear it except when Charkow walked across the stage, and then you couldn ' t hear anything else. Frantz was the best reader. Pinch then played a beautiful trumpet piece, and the audi- ence kept laughing at all the wrong times. But it was OK because drummer Crazy Cruickshank took the blame. Then Satchmo Barnsley joined Hot Lips Pinch, and the next day Magnuson told Charlie Fisher that true culture had finally blossomed at Brent- wood. The masters were next, dressed like IXA kids. They just acted normally, chatting about which one of us boys they would like to use for a common room dart board, etc., but then the Headmaster came in. I guess he had been showing the First XV how they used to win rugby in the Scottish Highlands, because his back looked that way. The only thing which wasn ' t true to life was a speck of dirt on Mr. Bunch ' s left trouser cuff . Mr. Bur- rows was the spitting image of Dillingham! Then Ed Sullivan was on stage, doing a big sell for Mr. Pearson ( who was also there) and for the XA ' s and for Honda motorcycles. When the machine wouldn ' t start they talked about the latest scandals and how many dollars each B.C. tree is worth cut down. Leaf should go tell Sullivan he needs him. At one point a trio demonstrated the beautiful tones of the classical guitar — quiet, soft, nostalgic. The peaceful mood was accentuated by the haunting riple of kettledrums in the far back- 47 ground. The notes were so pure and gentle that the window between Privett and the gymnasium almost broke from the silence. Between each act, Mr. Ford c ame on stage and said a few words while he scrutinized the back rows for evidence of any young Brentonian having taken a similarly young member of a visiting school for a View from the Terrace. For about ten minutes, a group in P.E. kit put on a sus- pense show; not on stage, but on floor. This was so none of the flying somersaulters would have so far to fall. Somehow, none did. Strayhorn was really good. Between some of the acts, a group came on doing live com- mercials. But then one of the group was shot and killed on stage, and when the body turned out to be one of the XIB ' s, then the commercials were stopped because none of the sponsors wanted a smelly image. The XIA ' s had a show built around Harry Taylor. The others had some excuse about being members of a German band or something like that, but he had been told to just be himself, and that was the show. Most kids agreed they had the best skit of the evening; they had just the right balance between serious- ness and laughing at themselves. Clarke, O ' Donnell and Lamb showed how innocent the wee small boys of XIC are when they get their regular ration, and the Grade XIFs showed what Romeo and Juliet will look like if the Hell ' s Angels ever take over Bryn Mawr. The second half of the show consisted of Androcles and the Lion, the Junior Drama Club ' s play about what happens when a Roman gladiator called Clarke, a lion called Dale, and a cockney lad with an accent like Peter ' s, all get together and say, You know, Mr. Shaw, a funny thing happened to us on the way from the jungle to the Forum! Various other gladiators came and went, Mr. Shaw kept mentioning Christianity, Mr. Ford played the piano, and Statham showed that fat, decadent rulers are not all dead. The concert was put on Friday and Saturday nights, and the seats were filled both times. Mr. Rees organized the concert, and everyone thought it was a great success, I ' ll write again, when the cake runs out. Yours truly, Alphonse 48 GYMNASTIC CLUB The club entered its second year with a nucleus of boys who had experienced Display Gymnastics, but none who had per- formed in Competitive Gymnastics. It was our intention to con- centrate on this aspect, but found fixtures hard to find, and experienced certain frustrations with cancellations of those scheduled. However, we did break through with a match against University School which we narrowly lost 214-209 but were compensated with the individual victory going to Strayhorn. Three of the team travelled to Shawnigan for the Independent School Championships and although failing to place as indi- viduals, they gave sound performances and gained valuable experience. Displays were given at Glenlyon School Victoria, and also at the school concert. On both occasions, Strayhorn (Capt.) set a fine example in his performances and also as team leader — his enthusiasm and desire to attempt the more difficult movements were an inspiration to all. Landale continued to improve, and lived up to earlier predictions that he was a natural gymnast. McMartin appeared to lose control of some of his movements at one stage of the year, but returned later to perform with all his old confidence. Moss, Stothert and Calverly all came under one category — they were not physically suited for the delicacies of most movements, but with their great determination and courage they were able to master these problems. Many anxious moments were experienced by those who witnessed their execu- tion of the front summersault at the annual concert; however, they have survived and will no doubt cause further anxiety next year. Howarth is still suffering from pre-display nerves, but man- ages to perform good Gymnastics. Tansley was a newcomer to this sport and earlier in the year showed signs of becoming the number one performer. However, his promise did not materialise fully and we look to next year for such fulfilment — inexperience was probably his downfall. The final member of the team was Wilkinson, the midget in the group. What he lacked in inches he made up for with great enthusiasm and an aggressive if not particularly aesthetic approach to all his movements. Congratulations to all these boys, for this sport requires more mental and physical coordination than most, and holds more dangers than even the gymnasts are prepared to concede. A. Rees 50 DUKE OF EDINBURGH SCHEME During the past year Brentwood became part of this scheme, which has been in operation in England and the Commonwealth since 1957. The principal convictions which led to the original forma- tion of the Scheme were 1 ) that ' modern ' living is basically un- natural to the proper development of young people 2) young people must be helped to develop in every possible way. The Scheme founders believed that young people, particu- larly those living in towns and cities, were so provided with pas- sive and readymade pastimes, such as television, films, that they developed almost no powers of concentration, application and creativity. Also, the advent of the family car and increasing use of luxury foods had led to a gradual worsening in the physical condition of the population in general. The Duke of Edinburgh Scheme is divided into four sec- tions, and there are three levels of award according to age. The bronze is available to boys in the 14 - 16 age group, silver to boys 14 - 18, and gold for boys between 18 and 21. To obtain a given award, a boy must attain standards set in each of the four sec- tions. Once he has obtained one award, he may move on to the next. The four sections are Expedition, which develops physical endurance, ingenuity, courage and the ability to co-operate with others; Pursuits and Projects, which develops creativity, perse- verance and craftsmanship through hobbies (during the past year at Brentwood this included model-building, radio, photog- raphy, gymnastics and drama); Public Service, which gives a boy a skill, often first aid; and Physical Fitness, which makes a boy develop certain standards in track and field, walking, swim- ming and calisthenics. The over-all idea is not ' trophy collection ' but self-development through continual challenge. This year we began with fourteen boys, mainly in Grades VIII and IX. All were successful in Pursuits and Public Service sections, and Physical Fitness fitted ideally into the school sports program. Unfortunately, only one expedition took place, but more are planned for early Fall. Several bronze awards should be earned next term. W. J. Burrows 51 CAREERS NIGHT On Friday evening, 23rd April 1965, a Careers Night was held for the first time in the School. We were extremely fortunate in having as our guests twenty well qualified men representing sixteen professions. The evening was divided into three forty-five minute ses- sions and Grades X, XI and XII (120 in total) had the oppor- tunity of meeting a minimum of three gentlemen in these ses- sions. Between the second and third sessions a coffee break for all was held in the Dining Room where more informal discus- sions were carried on between our guests and the boys. Everyone was most enthusiastic about the evening and stimulated by the meetings. Many of the boys were given much food for thought about a possible profession. Because of its undoubted success it is hoped that such an evening will become i a permanent part of the School activities. Our thanks are due to Mrs. I. L. Mitchell of the Duncan National Employment Service who made the initial contacts with our guests, and of course to the gentlemen who gave so freely of their time, too many to give by name in this brief report. We hope that they will visit us again. P. C. Clarke CHESS CLUB Formed in the first term of this year as an extra-curricular activity, the chess club never became more. In its rather short existence it has played Shawnigan, losing to them 4 games to 2, and Cliff side twice: in the first meeting the match resulted in a tie, 3 games all, the second ended in a victory for Brentwood, 5 games to nil. After this, inter-independent schools ' matches ended, but matches have been played against several local play- ers in Mill Bay. In these games the team has met with moderate success. Next year the Club will continue, but probably not on competition level since the game is not so widely played in Brent- wood as it is at Shawnigan and Cliffside. We hope that more people in school will become interested, particularly junior boys, so that matches may become a regular feature of school life. Edwin Landale 52 54 LITERARY ALLEY CAT Alley Cat with heart of hell Roaming Paris sidewalks. Alley Cat with a story to tell Waiting to start the night-stalks. Looking for food in the dead of night Inside a cafe dust-bin. Hoping perhaps for a quarrel or fight Amid the city of night-sin. Bistros, metros, palace and slums You have seen them all. Artists, writers, rich men and bums Have heard your wailing call. Full three feet long from tail to head With muscles of steel and wire. Your fur as black as the Devil ' s bed And eyes of green witch-fire. Veteran of a thousand fights Each one perhaps your last. Raked by claw or torn by bites These scars have shown your past. Alley Cat with heart of hell Roaming Paris sidewalks. Alley Cat with a story to tell Waiting to start the night-stalks. Christopher Statham, Grade x 55 THREE SEAGULLS Three seagulls swam in the hoary light And screamed to the moon that shone so bright, And screamed to the West to the fresh set sun . . . Three seagulls. Three seagulls flew o ' er the glimmering sea Riding the winds that made them free, And screamed to the West to the fresh set sun . . . Three seagulls. Three seagulls lay dead on the rocky shore And gazed through blank eyes that saw no more, And gaped to the West to the fresh set sun . . . Three seagulls. A child walked out in the morning light And looked at the gulls that had died in the night And looked to the East to the blood red sun . . . Three seagulls. Robin Thom, Grade x INDIAN VILLAGE IN A RAINSTORM I stumbled and fell. Weary but content, I struggled still holding my laden pack secure. That once distant hill was no longer an aim, but an under-foot reality, firm, wet. I was pleased. Just over this ridge on which I stood, and it was dripping wet as I was, lay a small village. It was Shawnee — a welcome sight! Under the shadow of pelting sheets of rain it stood dwarfed by the background of ogre hills. Its double line of teepees stretched away towards a nearby river which now hurried to lose itself in the darkness of the forest. Around camp groups of horses wandered freely, feeding aimlessly on the lush grass or nosing beneath first one tree and then another in search of shelter. Dead pencils of smoke rose from hissing fires, looped through trees and horses, and came to my hill top. Like a soldier home from war I walked in a trance, closer . . . closer . . . step . . . step. Suddenly, flaps opened, bright faces shone, and the rain ceased. Karl Fischer, Grade xii 56 THE SHARK In the deep, dark, waters, The shark, the vicious prowler, Most dangerous denizen of the abysmal sea, Slashes and slides, gracefully glides In search of food in the shadowy depths. But, behold, swimming stealthily, Making solemn anemones Stir in his wake, The shark espies With blood-red eyes, The twisted form Of a conger eel. But the wily eel Now spots the shark And slithers now away, But fate has deigned that at this time A killing should be made. The eel doth slither, the shark doth follow, The mad chase doth begin. The shark edges closer, now falls behind, Again creeps up, and again loses ground, Then catches up for the very last time; The eel goes under in billows of blood, Other sharks rush in to ravage the prey, For fate had deigned that at that time A killing should be made. Peter McFarland, Grade viii 57 TO DAVID I know how David felt When he climbed his mountain, And when he was on top of his world with No cities beneath, but ragged screes And snow-fields with names. Suspended from the sun on his whistling rock. Little puddles the colour of her eyes in shimmering Fields of muted, star-spangled banners, The Heather, I mean. Poor David — now: He is dead, but I am not. I eat my raisins And sardines behind a cairn, and look, All is green to light brown. I am the hub Of my world that stretches beyond that peak: To cities — they have their place in my life — But not now. Now I am half-way to Heaven Or whatever is up there is up there — not God — The Sun. There is a dryness in my throat and An aching in my arms because cities are Far away. There is no filth here — I am above The smog of the port. I am brown with white Teeth and bleached hair and freckles and A strong back — I am Youth with a loin cloth on. Sidney Tupper, Grade xii 58 Up again, and down again, Thus the process goes; Now into the dashing, mashing, crashing, Seething, swirling, boiling trough. Now up once more, and a glance at the sky, The stormy, cloudy, restless sky; Up o ' er the wave ' s crest, then into the mess Impatiently waiting below. What surge! What power! O happy hour, In the midst of the flying spray; I dare the sea sprites to come out of the night And brave the tumultuous sea. Peter McFarland, Grade viii TIME What is it? A rising and setting of the sun, A non-stop circling of Old Ben, An old man ambling along a forest path, A newborn, be it child, fawn, fry or bud, A tear, a smile, a death? This commitment waits for no one; The sands of time know not death. With life they do not sympathize, Nor change the pace. In the eyes of bird and beast and man, On land, in air, or on the sea, This Time, like God, is eternity. Karl Fischer, Grade xii 59 DOGS When some amateur Darwin, self-assured, States that Man is God ' s gift to the world, The final product of evolution, embodying all the noble virtues of all ' lower ' animals, Set him straight; Dogs are. Man has alienated nearly all the animals of this world: The wild animals of the forests destroy him, When he ventures unprotected into their domain. Tame animals, beasts of burden, household pets, All desert him to his fate when the chips are down. The birds of the air, the fish in the sea, and even the insects and vermin, All pick his bones. Except dogs. A dog will willingly give his life for his master, Recalling the words of St. Paul, Greater love . . . Say not, A dog is Man ' s best friend. But rather, A dog is Man ' s only friend. Robert McVicar, Grade xi 60 Had I known what vicious fate Lay beyond the rim of island dear, I would have sat in sunshine, Played with pebbles on the beach, Seen, smelt, enjoyed and worked Among sheltering forest green, there to wait For Spring, for Fall, for Winter ' s final gait. But now I am cast upon another shore. The forests are not friendly, The land does not protect. Charles Thompson, Grade xii To be, is to love mountains In Ominipotent splendour, or to See soft snows Pouring on a vulnerable earth. To watch A syncopated Nature in sweet sorrow. O, again to see birds Sailing in wild ecstasy, high above the craggy cliffs Of a lonely shore. Or, alone, to see Leaves falling upon a blanketed moor. To thrill at the starry face of a lonely sky, Baring her full bosom to a sleeping earth. Or, even to sail, Silent upon a silver sea, soft waves lapping Against my rough boards. Grant Weaver, Grade xii 61 I am a dog — I am the fat one, I lie low on the ground — I am laughed at, Spat at. I am a dachshund. Humans are to blame for me — My fate they decided, In my shape delighted. They mated freaks — I only received their passion While I was in fashion. And now I am out. Some laugh and say — Look at the fat dog; The flat dog. Some look and turn away — ' Meek beast! ' Treak beast! ' ' I pity you! ' Now I am dead — Unseen from afar By a fast-moving car I lie on the ground — Dead by another human invention Like me, devoid of cruel intention. I am the dachshund — The happy one, The dead one. Eric Anthony, Grade x 62 When I see Man I see a speck Of dust, a part Of Infinity. And yet, when I See beauty, like Towering trees Casting shifting Shadows on earth ' s Cover, I see Dominance, I See true life and A reach for truth. Man is the death Of Man. Man kills Man, Man kills all. But where is God Who promised to Save us and who Vowed to keep us, His liken, safe Dust blows with the Wind, each speck the Same, blowing the Same, acting the Same, being the same. Not one resists, Though few admit it. Each his own Nonconformist. Each the rebel Rebelling nothing. Each sings his song Rut millinnc cincr BAWIEW BUILDERS ' SUPPLY LIMITED PHONE 743-2112 COMPLETE HOME BUILDERS ' SERVICE FREE DELIVERY Hardware - Paints - Lumber - Plywoods Read the News of Cowichan Valley in its WEEKLY NEWSPAPER Phone 746-4471 Duncan, B.C. A Printing House with Pride in its Product Silver Bridge lee DUNCAN, B.C. 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