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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Sep 27, 1971

Page

3

Randwick clinches season pennant in hard fought final

Randwick defeated Manly to seal the pennant as veteran 32 year old Ken Catchpole starred at full back and led the attack. Young prospect Russell Varigan showed promise while Manly’s Tony Miller and John Williams contributed. penalties and errors limited the final score and kept the result in doubt until the end.

Ken Catchpole Slo Australia Aessear Hin Iol Whlewis Manly Trannow Tony Miler Rix Euthon Ts Ware ST Vebrs Randwick Manly John Williams Iain Eatly Jim Rantiias Manly Qack Howher Peter Taba Bartax

Lyneham Avengers Draw 4 All in Second Round

In a muddled report from Southwell Park Lyneham Avengers played a second round match. The text references Lyneham and a school team earning a draw and mentions the North Canberra Softball AFL season with expectations of a successful run.

Southwell Park Lyneham Avengers Ob Girly Ant Lofehain High Sehoul Heeh Canberra Softhail Awe Beiconoen

Transfer Losmus Sunday and Local A Grade Wrap

AAD Transfer Losmus Sunday reports mixed results across the Belconnen Lyneham and Tyneham clubs with several nets and tight matches. North Ainslie and St Michael's posted wins as A Grade action highlights include Campbell edging Aindie and Macquarie TT amid a busy round.

Lyneham Belconnen Scotine Tyneham Cave Aindie Campbell North Ainslie St Michael's Macau Watson Hall Hiawins Macquarie

Canberra Racing Club Faces Late Entry Delays and Entries

Canberra Racing Club secretary Peter Huddy reports late entries for Sunday's Canberra race meeting due to a postal dispute. Chief steward Bill Wilson says mail delays resulted in exceptions for some entries, while horses like Karendi Lad and Hellbent face weight and nomination hurdles. Trainers and riders including Ron Quinton and Si Aitken may be consulted, with MYM entries pending post reception.

Canberra Racing Club Peter Huddy Canberra Warwick Farm John Eitzpersid Pal Shure Bill Wilson Smuihaco Lunae Tipu Motiare Cancerraa Sanday Fitzgerald Hellbent Chargeaway Smene Nomination Farm Epoch Fear Keen Cemiely Troyana Caneperra Shiney Ron Quinton Sta Cassidy John Wade Newcastle Tom McAloon Titcweh Maddy Singho Magic Saile Tondon Twiea Camerhry Canberre

Rain Halts Ill Fighting Tennis Round in Rainy Day Play

Rain halted the men's tennis rounds delaying results. Reid IH was a close contender to beat North Woven 1 after winning two singles rubbers. Kenny edged Alan Mona han 63 46 62 in a three set battle. McDonald extended his winning run 82 6 6 6. Walker defeated Sun 63 48 6. Mayra and DeWine won their matches 62 63. Manning won 6 4. Stewart beat Stokes 6 0. The match between Reid and Westen Th halted by rain with Turner’s teary PR growed late.

Reid Needa Aly North Woven Reid Mike Kenny Alan Monahan Winni Kenny Jong John McDonald Mick Mogg Terry Walker Bet Wonton Soundswess Fim George Sun Angles Ted Mayra Rett DeWine de Majuras Gerry McCfiskey Danin Manning Wade Mavura Mike. Stewart Barry Stokes

ACTSRA spring squash competition records 326 teams

The ACTSRA spring event opened with a record 326 teams from 42 clubs. The Woden teams and ANU squads led wins as 26 men’s grades and 1 women’s grade run over nine rounds with finals over two weeks, concluding December 2 with top players moving to higher positions. National Centre MK and Mt Conqueror squads impressed, while Dickson entered two teams in a growing field.

Actsra Moat Itrong Peade W1 Fraule Coyle Don Mourice Jock Haley Thie Woden Keane Basil Chit Diskton David’ Hessett ANU Squashhow Ide Mt National Centre MK Dickson Lee Mollett

Richards and Procter will miss Australia tour this summer

The text reports South African Test players Mike Procter and Marty Richards plan not to tour Australia this summer, with details about their contracts and possible alternatives. It notes other cricket administrative comments and regional reactions, including Rhodesian and Rhodesian-related perspectives, plus broader international cricket context. The report references shifts in team selection policy and remarks from cricket officials in several countries.

Salishury Sun Day Aap-Reuter Mike Procter Marty Richards

North Auckland Triumphs Over King Country 16-6 in Whangarei

In a Randfurly Shield semifinal style clash North Auckland defeated King Country 16-6 at Whangarei with an 11-0 halftime lead. Reports note a revived form and strong defense as the North Islanders press toward the shield.

Rugby Auckland North Auckland Fuehy Mien Tenen Shale Renge King Country Whangarei North Ted

NZ horses shine in main race at Cambridge

Two New Zealand runners with Australian plans impressed in the mile three furlongs handicap. Skint Dip edged Not Again by a neck in a fast time to look a Caulfield Cup prospect carrying 8 9. Not Again ran well though finished fourth favourite, Mighty Convarste disappointed in Melbourne Gum.

Cambridge Melbourne Onde Ian Hell Suit War Acratches J.C Hutton

Sporting Round-Up and Miscellany From Various Regions

A chaotic clipping compiles sports notes and brief items across soccer, swimming, and other events. It highlights teams like NSW Federation soccer entries, UK soccer references, and various athletes and venues with scattered names and scores.

Sheffield United Still Unbeaten in English Soccer

Newly promoted Sheffield United remained unbeaten after a 1-0 win over Chelsea, with Stewart Doullion scoring after 41 minutes. Manchester United drew 2-2 with Liverpool as Derby County stayed fourth, while Tottenham, Arsenal, and others posted varied results. Crystal Palace edged Everton as relegation-threatened sides faced mixed fortunes in a dense league report.

London Sheffield United Sewart Doullion Wineeset Chelsea Mideweek Steve Kember Sheffield Manchester Limited

Promising swims at capit amateur swimming meet

The Capit Amateur Swimming Club staged its winter championships on Friday night. Highlights included 12 year old Alivon Hollingword showing in the 1 metre backstroke and likely NSW title qualifier, with promising results from Christine Kearns, Hewn Siroka, Memard Galvin, and Sarah Howard in various under 12 and under 13 events.

Capit Althonughy Clb Alivon Hollingword Nsw Christine Kearns Hewn Siroka Memard Galvin Sarah Howard Ee Iece Tom

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