Shawnigan Lake School - Yearbook (Shawnigan Lake, British Columbia Canada)

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7 1st Rugby XV Back Row: J. P. Gaffney, W. N. H. Kingscote, T. F. Goodenough, P. W. Maclnnes, G. R. Wilson, D. Bellm, R. D. P. Ross, F. L. A. Elmaleh, T. M. Osvold, P. J. Wilson, S. C. Rohrback, T. A. London. Front Row: B. A. Coates, A. R. Casselman, P. E. Walker. rKuqbu t lotes A rather disappointing season, and yet in many ways, one that was thoroughly satisfactory. Except for one miserable showing when the team as a whole played like a collection of weak-kneed mudhens, they always gave a very good account of themselves. Every game was hard fought and very often a more even struggle than the score would suggest. Perhaps as a whole we flattered to deceive, generally outplaying our opposition in infield, but weak finishing or over-anxiousness, or both often caused failure at the vital moment. Taking into account the lightness and youth of the side, the team is to be congratu- lated upon its good spirit and fighting gualities. Our power lay in a good three-guarter line, but except in the first University game, they failed to click as a unit so it was often a very pleasant and unexpected surprise to find the forwards rising to the occasion and in this way taking up the slack. With several of this year ' s side available for duty next season, the prospects at the moment appear bright. CHARACTERS OF THE 1st XV D. BELLM (Captain). He had a disappointing season, never guite realizing the potential that we knew he possessed. However he was cool under pressure and his defensive kicking was sound. His running lacked thrust and he was apt to run across the field too much. His handling was excellent. G. R. WILSON (Vice-Captain). Played very courageously throughout the season with an injured back. He led the forwards extremely well and was always in the van himself. His defence was excellent and although somewhat of an opportunist, he still did his work in the set scrums. F. L. A. ELMALEH. A powerful hard-running wing who had few chances to shine. He must develop some guile if he wishes to do himself credit. The easiest way between two points is not always a straight line. Sound in defence, kicking still weak but improving. B. A. COATES — Forward. He developed very guickly into the workhorse of the pack and never really played a poor game. He is fast and aggressive and although sometimes thoughtless, has a sound knowledge of the essentials of forward play. P. W. MacINNES — Centre. A very fine centre. He was the spearhead of the attack, always dangerous and always likely to score. His defence was excellent, but he could well do to improve his kicking. W. N. H. KINGSCOTE — Forward. A very hard working honest forward and good hooker. He was always in the thick of the fray, and despite his light weight was remarkably durable. His tackling and falling were excellent, his kicking non-existent. Page Thirteen

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me House swam away with the Water Sports trophy. Ripley ' s was further distinguished on the day of prize giving by Obermarck II, Battle, Tressler and Woolf, who were top of their respective forms, and by Wilson I who won the Efficiency Cup for the Lent Term. The spirit and general feeling in the House throughout the year was, on the whole, good. In large measure the head of the House, Wilson I, was responsible. It is to be hoped that next year as high a standard of common sense and leadership will be shown by the head of the House. Appreciation is certainly due the House Matrons, Mrs. Nicholls, Mrs. Kattler and Mrs. Wacker, for their efforts during the past year, and we wish them luck wherever they may go. To those members of the House who are leaving we wish success in their endeavours. Good luck to the House in the future and may it uphold its traditions. cJLaRe ' s J4ouse If lot e 5 For Lake ' s House, the past year has seen progress and achievement in many fields of endeavour. Following a smashing victory in the Track and Field Sports, which saw Coates emerge as the High Aggregate winner, sportsmanship and good taste dictated that the less- blessed Houses should be permitted to carry off the honours in the other, minor, athletic contests. Mention might also be made, in all modesty, that Lake ' s contributed five members to the First XV and First XI, and four to the Colts. It is surely unnecessary to point out that our representatives undoubtedly formed the backbones of these teams. To refute any argu- ment against this highly reasonable claim, reference is made to the fact that the all-round Sportsmanship Trophy was won this year by Maclnnes. It would be as well, perhaps, to draw a discreet veil over the matter of academic achievement. Although Lake ' s has no Matriculant members this year, both Kyles and Janke won achievement prizes in their respective forms. For next year, the prospects are bright. The House membership is almost intact, and we can expect great things. It seems fitting, therefore, to close this account on a note of gentle sympathy for the other Houses who must realize that they face, by comparison, a rather dull and featureless 1952-53. Ljroves ' rtoude t otes It has not been merely the overhead thumpings and bumpings attendant upon bedtime and reveille that have made a place for Groves ' in the consciousness of the Houses ' down under. ' From the rarefied atmosphere of their lofty eyrie, Grove-ites have sallied forth to take effective parts in all aspects of School life, and have proved themselves conquerors in a goodly number of scholastic and physical contests. More than fifty-five percent of the membership of the Chapel Choir during the past year was drawn from the ranks of Groves ' . Two of the three Efficiency awards for the year went to one of its members — Patrick Gaffney. The Sixth Form and Fifth Form prizes were won by John Strathdee and Tarn London respectively, and a special Fourth Form award was made to John Madden. Although in the final tally in track events Groves ' took second place to Lake ' s, the House had the winner in the under fourteen class in the person of John Madden. The House was also second in water sports, but the best individual swimmer was Derek Brooks. The Cricket Cup was captured by Groves ' , and although no new colours were awarded to Groves ' House, ' old Colours ' in the House are D. Bellm and T. Goodenough, the former of whom won first place in the squash competition. Page Twelve

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T. F. GOODENOUGH — Centre. He combined well with Maclnnes and towards the end of the season became a most dangerous attacking player, through his ability to spot a gap in the defence. His tackling and kicking were good. T. M. OSVOLD — Scrum Half. A hot and cold player, who must learn to play hard all .he time. His service from the base of the scrum was erratic, but often excellent, likewise with his defence. Kicking was good, but too slow in getting it away. At his best he was a very useful member cf the team, but on an off- day he was a weak link in the defensive armour. R. P. D. ROSS — Forward. Except for one poor game, he always played hard and well. He made use of his height well in the lineouts and never let his lack of weight interfere with his plans. S. C. ROHRBACK — Forward. A very hard working forward who pushed well in the Bet scrums and was never far away from the ball. P. J. WILSON — Wing forward. Came along very rapidly at the end of the season when he showed that he well knew the duties of an attacking forward, but although his tackling was good, his defence was poor, due to thoughtlessness. He tired easily. P. E. WALKER — Forward. He learned the game rapidly and although often guilty of faux pas through inexperience, he played with a drive that was commendable in one so light. A. R. CASSELMAN — Wing. Although light, and somewhat lacking in pace, he alwavs played courageously and intelligently. His defence was sound, but he could well do to improve his kicking. J. P. GAFFNEY — Full-back. Rather weak. His positioning was fair, but he became flustered too easily and often kicked a very short touch when he could easily have had time to steady himself. His falling was good as was his tackling, although he displayed a peculiar weakness in missing runners who ran to his left side. If he could rid himself of his panic, he would be a very sound player. Also played: E. W. Obermarck, G. W. Banks, D. Brooks, B. Bick, P. F. Hartl and L. O. Louis. FIXTURE LIST 1st XV Oct. 17th Victoria High School Home Lost 3- 3 Oct. 31st Victoria High School Away Lost Nov. 7th Oak Bay High School Away Lost Nov. 11th Old Boys XV Home Lost Nov. 26th St. George ' s School Home Lost 1952 Feb. 9th University School Home Won Mar. 1st University School Away Lost COLTS XV Nov. 17th St. George ' s School Away Won 9- 6 1952 Feb. 9th University School Home Lost 6 - 9 Mar. 1st University School Away Draw 3- 3 There was no Rugby House matches played in the 1951-52 season. u • 3- ■ Z,0 ■ 11 3- •10 3- ■14 7- 3 3- ■14 adi minion Badminton was fairly popular throughout the School, as was evinced by the 31 entries in the competition. It is true that the majority of these players were beginners and that the general standard was not high, however keenness is the primary reguisite, skill will follow. Hunter proved to be the eventual winner and was only extended by Banks in the finals. Banks, on the other hand, only reached the finals after two close matches with Bellm and Svendsen I. Simson and Brooks show promise. Page Fourteen