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Newspaper
Geelong Advertiser
Location
Geelong, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 13, 1925
Page
9
After the Port Melbourne vs Northcote match, a crowd rushed the ground as the game ended. Umpires were escorted to their room amid police protection and later dispersed the disorderly section without further incident.
Geelong won the toss and defended into a blustery wind at Routh Mel bowros ground. South Melbourne pressed in the second quarter, but Geelong’s defense led by Barac and Lawrence held firm while Beattie and Heale failed to add points. Geelong managed the better early scores with Jones and Marsh among the few clear forwards, as injuries disrupted play and both sides battled through a tense opening spell.
In Geelong on Saturday North Geelong defeated Chilwell 11 goals 1 behind to 2 goals 14 behinds, with brisk scoring and heavy wind favoring the North. Highlights included robust marking by Betherlen and standout drives from Craven and McKenurie, while Chilwell battled hard, mounting several attacks and saving a key moment when Thompean halted a North threat.
In a keen VFL style clash, Geelong trailed early but near the third quarter the game leveled, with North Geelong behind by 25 points at times and Chilwell pushing hard. North’s forward power, Walsh’s kicking, and Roache and Coles in defense kept Chilwell within reach as both sides traded scores and strong tackling.
In a recent game between Sheans Way and Geelong United, Albert Wark netted four goals leading Geelong to a 4 1 victory. The match featured strong attacking play and notable teamwork from Geelong.
Amateur athletics report describes a two mile handicap run at a Geelong South Melbourne match on a windy Saturday. Rod Muir pressed from behind to nearly catch Athol Wilkow, with Wilkow and Muir delivering a dramatic finish despite tough conditions.
The Geelong club's pennant matches drew strong interest with Geelong Melbourne and Metropolitan teams contesting. Melbourne led early with wins, while Metropolitan trailed, as final tallies showed Melbourne taking the pennant and Metropolitan runner up. details include individual scorers and a separate trophy match with only three rounds completed. The East Geelong club also reported on the second round and handicap results, noting leading scores and forthcoming championship rounds set for late October.
Hamberlaine coach notes occasional dose of Chamberlain's during winter to ward off bronchitis. Miller sidelined by a nasty chest boil but returned after rest. Kerasiek scores again as Milnett presses, securing the decisive fall after a tense six minutes. It was an exciting bunt.
Senator Guthrie announces Evans as one of the bantamweight division’s hardest hitters ahead of the Thursday night bout with Charlie Trice. Guthrie challenges Brive to match Evans’s weight and face him in Australia, while Evans remains highly confident in his system and game plan despite Trice’s reputation as a tough opponent.
A long list of entries outlines weights and runners for the Geelong Racing Club meeting scheduled for Wednesday. The document cites horses such as Haru Hurdle contenders and a wide field including many named horses and riders, with weights ranging from light to heavy across multiple events.
A Grand National Steeplechase report notes the Dundalk horse Piemirotor winning in wet conditions with a night shower. The finish saw notable performances from Dandelir and others as prime contenders crowded the field on a historic turf day.
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