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

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impressive one, but without some extraordinary injuries to key players during the year it might have looked even better. Clarke, Fuller and W. Gripps were lost to us at Christmas, and Dahl, Stothert, Dobson and White were lost at crucial stages after this time. However, capable deputies were found which is an indication of the standard in the senior school. Our old rivals Shawnigan were beaten on two of the three we met this season; University School were also beaten twice during the year, but St . George ' s School appear to be our nemesis — we lost on both occasions. The Mid-Island was won this year, and it is hoped we can go on to gain the Island Championship. The team is very much a dry day one, and in this respect the elements have been against us. However, open rugby has been our target and to this end we have succeeded. To those who leave us this year, we wish you every success — may you soon enjoy the social benefits of rugby. don tansley — Probably the most improved player in A group — promoted late in the season. Good hands, brilliant tackier, and has learned quickly to make the extra man. Must work on his positional play, and cultivate a left-footed kick. rick rollins — Top try scorer. Creative in all that he attempts — has a delightful swerve that has made him a match winner on many occasions. Defence needs attention. terry kirby — An excellent Captain, and a fine player. Good in all aspects of the game. Had a lean period after Christmas, but is now playing better than ever. Drop kick specialist. Suggest he try full back or No. 8 next season. malcolm graham — Fine turn of speed — illusive runner. Scores many tries but has problems with his balance. Suggest that with his speed, he might break more on the outside rather than always infield. derek harkema — Late promotion to the team. Unfortunate shoulder injury caused certain lack of confidence. Capable of some brilliant determined running. dai williams — Successful move from full back to outside half. Has mastered most of the skills of the game. An intelligent foot- baller — lacks confidence to break at the moment. Fine place kicker although inconsistent of late — must decide to tackle his opposite number. 30

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had a good year, and many of these players will be challenging for a place in the first XV next season. For the first time in the history of the new Brentwood, a school team has gone through the season undefeated — this honour belongs to the 2nd XV. In any class of rugby this is an achievement, more so this year because many of their original number were moved up — this is not only a reflection on the ability of the remaining boys, but also on the depth of rugby in the lower teams. The 1st XV, despite heavy casualties has also had its best season. A tour of Great Britain at Christmas was not a success on paper, but it would be in no way a rationalization to say that every single boy profited from his experiences both on and off the field. Many of these boys will be returning next season, and along with several very promising players moving up the school, we all look to next year with considerable optimism. Our thanks to Mr. Crookston and his staff for their tolerance over the past season, and also to Mrs. Hallett and staff for their kindness and understanding not only to Brentwood but also our guests. Finally our thanks to the many parents who gave us their loyal support. School Playing Record P W L D For Against 80 53 22 5 99i 489 P W L D For Against 1st XV 18 13 4 1 249 9i Tour 5 0 5 0 15 72 2nd XV 14 0 0 238 37 3rd XV 12 7 5 0 161 85 4th XV 6 2 3 1 161 8 Colts 12 9 2 165 34 Junior Colts 13 8 3 2 1 14 65 n.b. A fitting climax to the season saw Terry Kirby score the 1,000th point in a Staff v. School game. •x- 1st XV Without question, the 1st XV this year has been the strongest side at Brentwood since its inception. Their record on paper is an 29

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david white — An excellent season. Service from the scrum is long and quick. Made such rapid strides this season that the best of his play has yet to be seen. Must learn to kick for his forwards, and run a little more with the ball. Unfortunate break to his ankle late in season. mark stone - — A very good utility player. Safe hands and a very strong defence — must increase his speed if he is to remain in the backs. Feel he may end up as a wing forward. skip stothert — Promoted to pack leader after Christmas — has done a remarkable job always leading by example. A very rugged prop, but prone to injury — terrier in the loose but must gain a few pounds for the tight. clint cripps — A tireless worker who has been hampered by injury this season. Fast, industrious, but again lacking in pounds. An excellent team member. roddy garbutt — Hooker, a new position this year — has had great success not only in striking, but also as a loose forward. Probably the fastest player in the side. Gordon pybus — Has made rapid strides this season — our heaviest forward. Equally at home in the front row or the second row — good in the loose of late. Prop is probably his best position. Must protect the jumper more and also the S.H. from line outs. paul aikins — Very determined in all that he does; always in the thick of things. A little light for the second row but compensates with his covering. Should jump more in the line-outs. arne dahl — Potentially the finest forward ever at Brentwood. A line-out specialist who is extremely mobile — has all the physical qualities necessary to become a great forward, but so often lacks devil in his play. Must stop tapping and learn the tricks of his trade ( in the air ) . bard haddrell — Won late promotion to 1st XV — has shown amazing improvement. Follows the ball, and is deadly close to the line scoring tries. His protection at the back of the line leaves much to be desired. mike ohman — Very good back row player who executes many fine plays from No. 8. Fine hands, strong in defence, covering is excellent. More speed would help his play, and more push would help the hooker. 31