Gordon Bell High School - Purple and Gold Yearbook (Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada)

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GORDON BELL HIGH SCHOOL Curling O N FEBRUARY the eighteenth, Gordon Bell carried off the highest honors in the annual Inter-High Bonspiel. The main and consolation events were won by the rinks skipped by Les. Cohen and Claude Brereton re¬ spectively. After surviving a grueling schedule both these rinks found them¬ selves billed to meet two St. John’s rinks in the finals. They came through with flying colors, and by so doing brought to Gordon Bell her first Inter-High championship. Special mention should also be made of the other two Gordon Bell rinks skipped by Norm. Christie and Glen Allan, which entered the “Spiel” but were less fortunate than their club-mates. Inter-Room Curling During the past winter season the students of Gordon Bell have shown a keen interest in curling. Under the leadership of Mr. Gow a schedule consist¬ ing of six games each week for eleven weeks was arranged; all games to be played at the “Fort Garry Curling Club.” Mr. Jewitt with an able rink started well by winning the first four games, but was nosed out at the finish in a hard-fought game with Mr. Lamont. Taking into consideration the fact that the majority of those taking part in the school curling this year had never before curled, the brand of curling dis¬ played by the students of Gordon Bell was very high.

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32 GORDON BELL HIGH SCHOOL Hockey GORDON BELL Hockey aggregation set out in their initial year of f inter-high hockey competition under the capable coaching of Mr. D. S. Mc- Intyre. Their remarkable success was attained by their sportsmanship, indomitable courage and stamina, combined with their clever team-work and coaching. The schedule consisted of six games, and of these six the fighting “Bell-Boys” won four, tied one, and lost one. They accumulated a total of nine points out of twelve and thus finished in a deadlock for first place with St. John’s Tech. In the play-offs they gave everything they had before bowing to the strong St. John’s team. Altogether the boys proved themselves a team of which the Gordon Bell High School is extremely proud. The ability of the team was displayed by the following personnel: Bob Clarke (goalie and captain)—Bob’s sensational goal-tending provided countless thrills and he can be congratulated for his excellent leadership in the capacity of captain. Tom Kendall (defence)—Tom’s clever stick-handling and smooth skating figured to a great extent in the success of the team. Frank Syme (defence)—Frank’s body checking and powerful rushes were always a cause ' of excitement to the enthusiastic fans. Frank Rowell (centre)—Frank’s speed and style were a pleasure to watch and he proved himself a valuable help on many trying occasions. Bill Rutherford (centre)—Bill is a clever stick-handler and would be a welcome player on any team. Harry Badger (right wing)—Harry’s aggressiveness was a valuable asset to the team and a constant worry to the opponents. Bill Boivin (right wing)—Bill developed the science of netting re¬ bounds and was always in on the scoring. Maurice Montgomery (defence)— Morry’s powerful shots, courage and rugged checking were admired by all. Bill Houston (left wing)—Bill proved himself a clever wing-man but was handi¬ capped by an injured hip in the middle of the season. George Makarsky (left wing)—George’s solo rushes at many times put the team in a scoring position. Howard Deimage (right wing)—Howie displayed a fine style and should be a valuable player next year. John Ashton and Bill Edmondson showed up well when called upon. Swimming HE SWIMMING competitions, sponsored by the Canadian Amateur Swim- ■ ing Association, were cancelled this year, but the Mixed Swimming Team of Betty Cole, Doris Raven, Cecil Fenton and Harry Tucker, came a close second to the Daniel McIntyre squad. We hope next year that the proposed Inter-High Swimming Gala will be¬ come a reality, as Gordon Bell will have a strong contingent. The respective teams were managed by Miss Craven and Mr. Gow, and were coached by Harry Tucker.

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GORDON BELL HIGH SCHOOL Back Row (left to right)—H. Badger, F. Wood, Alexine McGarrol, C. McCallum, Olive Lalng, H. Del- Speed Skating GORDON BELL Speed Skaters are to be congratulated for their out- ■ standing success this year. They entered six teams and managed to win three championships, a close second, and a third. The championships were won by the Grade X Girls, the Grade XI Girls, and the Grade X Boys. A great deal of credit is coming to Mr. Lamonte whose efforts were largely responsible for the success of the teams. The Girls’ Grade IX team consisted of Alma Johnson, Audrey Dickie, Doris Laidler, and Marjory Brown. They fumbled the baton when in a position to win, but by hard work and some real skating by Alma Johnson they managed to win a third place. These girls will certainly show to good advantage next year. The Girls’ Grade X team was outstanding for a high school and met with little opposition in the meet. The rival high schools will have to snap out of it if they expect to out-skate these girls—Alexine McGarroll, Doris Laidler, Olive Laing and Grace McDowell. The Girls’ Grade XI team was without doubt the best in inter-high competi¬ tion and have set a mark for succeeding teams to aim at. The personnel of this speedy quartette was Alma Johnson, Grace Harling, Olive Laing and Alexine McGarroll. The Grade IX Boys’ team was represented by Teddy Cohen, Jack Bright, Fraser Eadie, and Wilton Wilkinson. They did not manage to win a place, but they certainly tried hard. The Grade X Boys’ team won their class with little opposition and certainly displayed plenty of speed. The members of this team were: Fred Wood, Glen Allan, Howard Deimage and Alf. Crookes. (Continued on page 37)