Cricket

After breakfast the whole troop went on a day-trip around the island. Once again the weather was unsettled. Our first stop was at the famous Laxey Wheel, which was used to draw water from the nearby mines. A brief spell of sunshine coincided with our passage along the front at Douglas, and cameras clicked at the horse-trams. By lunch-time the rain had started again, so our packed lunch was eaten under cover in the wellpreserved medieval castle at Castletown. After exploring the castle we continued towards the south coast of the island and were dropped off at Cregneish to walk along the cliffs to be picked up at the Sound, the most southerly part of the island. We refreshed ourselves at the Café and left for Port Erin. Here the train enthusiasts made for the station and others for the small but interesting aquarium. On arrival back at camp at 5-30 p.m. it was found that Stags kitchen site was waterlogged, so this was moved to a drier position, almost, but not quite, in one piece.

FRIDAY.

A fine day at last. After inspection, the troop paid its first visit to the beach where varied activities, including swimming for those who could brave the Irish sea after use of heated baths, cliff-climbing and soccer, took place.

The beach was revisited in the afternoon with pioneering equipment. An aerial runway was erected from the cliff top to the beach and tested by our A.S.M. The first descent was not very successful, Bailey finishing the last part upside down and backwards, but later travellers were much more successful.

SATURDAY.

This day is usually set aside for visiting nearby towns and doing any necessary shopping. The majority went into Peel, but unfortunately the weather prevented them from trying their rowing and fishing skill in Peel Bay.

SUNDAY.

Traditionally a day of rest at camp. A party went to Holy Communion in the chapel of the Bishop of Soder and Man and remained to cook the evening meal whilst the rest of the troop went to Evensong. The Sunday joint was cooked by two patrols in the usual biscuit tin oven but the others tried the Maori "Hangi" method of underground cooking, but this, lacking Mr. Duncan's guiding hand, was not quite as successful as on Arran. Although the lunch was thus overdue it was finally a success. In the afternoon an inter-patrol football match between Hounds and Stags ended in a draw after three periods of extra time, several names being taken by the referee, who eventually got the sack or retired from the job.

MONDAY.

The trips to the top of Snaefell and Slieu Curn had to be postponed because of bad weather. This improved in the afternoon and various activities were soon organised to fill the time. A successful camp-fire, led by A. D. Bailey, was held in the evening. 41

TUESDAY.

Another good day and a small party went on the postponed walk to the top of Snaefell. Instead of returning to camp they continued across the Island to be picked up at Laxey by Mr. Craine. After a final visit to the beach we started to dismantle the camp.

WEDNESDAY.

We were up at 5-00 a.m. to complete the packing of tents, and clearing the camp-site. A fine drizzle soon started which slowly got worse and worse, so that by the time of our departure by bus, for Douglas, is was pouring down. We left the island at 9-00 a.m. and arrived in York at 5-00 p.m.

We would like to thank Mr. Craine and A. D. Bailey for their work in making a success of the camp, but were sorry that Mr. Allen was unable to attend.

THE AWARD SCHEME, 1964/5

There are now about 50 boys participating in the scheme.

Expeditions

Ten boys are taking the Gold Level Expedition at the beginning of the holidays. This is the first time anyone from this School has entered for this and we wish them well.

Their test is a severe one. With full kit, across rough, trackless country, they have to cover at least 50 miles in three days. They must be completely self-contained regarding equipment and rations, and must look after themselves en route efficiently and cheerfully. They have also to undertake some project during the expedition.

At the same time 22 boys are taking their Silver Level Expeditions, involving at least 30 miles across the Yorkshire Moors in two days.

Public Service

Earlier this year we were attending courses in Public Service, with the intention of actually serving the community through one of the Public Service organisations in York, to whom we are extremely grateful for giving up their time and their facilities, and making the courses worthwhile.

Physical Fitness

These tests are quite hard, especially at 14 and 15 years. Only determined and regular practice will ensure success for many. This year we introduced the javelin, discus and shot into the choice of tests, and a few did well at the first attempt. It is hoped that the rest of the School will make use of this apparatus and extend the range of field events.

Pursuits and Interests

Gold stage. It depends so much on each individual's initiative and endurance, and, who knows, may yet prove to be the most valuable part of the Scheme's programme.

The Scheme is progressing in its chief aims in providing opportunities for personal achievements and for service to the community.

It is with regret that we lose the excellent services of Mr Lanning, who has helped most ably and cheerfully in the Scheme since it was started in the School.

Any resemblance between the car abandoned at the foot of Rosedale Chimney and any car seen around School at any time is entirely coincidental.

CRICKET, 1965

RETROSPECT

The beginning of the season was marked by the completion of the earthworks overlooking the 1st XI field, or to coin another phrase—"the Burial of the Bay", including a much improved terraced walk and an extended grandstand view for many critical eyes. The general effect of this operation, so expertly undertaken by our hard-working head groundsman, Mr. Johnston, is not only pleasing to the eye, but the playing area has lost nothing by its creation.

This year's 1st XI was once again a very useful side. The fact that they did not achieve for themselves an unbeaten record was just one of those unpredictable quirks of which no other game but cricket knows better. For all that, the season has once again been very successful, all the more so perhaps without the burden of an unbeaten record. Early in May, Worksop College dramatically put paid to all thoughts of an unbeaten record; thereafter the 1st XI were never in danger of defeat in any of their remaining school matches.

The main honours undoubtedly go to skipper P. F. Nettleton and W. R. Pickersgill, but, if the occasion had demanded, many others would have been capable of a very much greater contribution to their team's success than at times seemed necessary. Nettleton's aggregate of runs (775) not only far surpasses his own total of 588 last year but eclipses D. H. Beachell's total of 677 achieved in 1952. Only Norman Yardley's record of 973 runs in 1933 remains unassailed. Nettleton's major contribution was his remarkable consistency in school matches. He was indeed a worthy representative of the School in the Public School Trial matches.

As much as Nettleton captured the batting honours, so Pickersgill won the bowling honours, with a total of 56 wickets, including the remarkable bowling feat of 10 wickets for 13 runs against ill-fated Giggleswick. Here again records make interesting comparison, but J. J. Youll's feat of 61 wickets in 1951 remains intact, as indeed do several others.

Thus the team, comprising no less than 10 old Colours, owed much of their success to these two outstanding performers, who seldom, if ever, failed to materially affect the course of the games. The team's fielding remained something of an enigma. A high standard is always expected, 43

indeed we were seldom outplayed in this department—but too many mistakes were made by good individuals for confidence to be instilled. As a result the award of the Fielding Cup was left to the combined vote of the team, which Pickersgill won by a narrow margin.

House matches, played on an over basis by Seniors, provided plenty of entertainment as well as making or marring certain reputations. Considerable onus is thrown on to captains, and nowhere is cricket knowledge more exposed than in these matches. The Grove achieved the double by winning both Senior and Junior competitions, at the same time winning the Yeomans Cup with 5.04 runs per over. The Manor won the Senior House League Burton Cup.

As one looks now to the future, no greater encouragement can be found than from this year's Colts results. If three of the eight opponents did survive being bowled out, not one approached anywhere near dismissing our Senior Colts team. Their record was indeed impressive. With the knowledge that a sound grounding has already been well rooted in these youngsters by Mr. Curry and others, including our Junior School, prospects for the immediate future must surely be encouraging.

Our account would be incomplete without a word of thanks to Mr. Wiseman, who has for so many years conducted affairs so astutely for the 2nd XI.

Our thanks also to storemen, scorers, searchers after balls, and all who contribute to the Club's success. Cricket at St. Peter's continues to flourish.

1st XI 2nd XI

t*F. F. Nettleton (Capt.), 1962-63-64-65 f*T. J. Haggie (Vice-Capt.), 1963-64-65 t*W. R. Pickersgill, 5964-65 t*G. W. Cloughton, 5962-63-64-65 *T. C. Mitchell, 5962-63-64-65 *J. A. Eatough, 1963-64-65 *R. D. Harding, 1963-64-65 *S. G. Lancaster, 5964-65 *D. M. Rawlings, 5964-65 *J. J. Vooght, 1963-64-65 *C. S. M. Dew, 1965 f—Cap *—Colours *P. F. A. Shearsmith (Capt.) *T. J. Newhouse *P. Abel *M. J. T. Carr *N. K. Wallace R. N. Beaumont D. J. Emsley A. J. Gill N. W. Graham J. R. W. Thirlwell R. D. S. Pilcher

Senior Colts XI (Under 16) *N. G. A. Morris (Capt.) *D. R. Waller *M. A. C. Reid *J. C. Richardson *J. E. Dickinson *W. J. Roebuck *P. V. Zissler J. G. Hoad E. M. Holgate H. G. Marks J. D. Rawlings *—Colours

Junior Colts XI (Under is) D. J. Moss (Capt.) R. F. Cawood H. J. Gration M. J. H. Fisher G. M. Watson M. A. Cantrell J. S. Place R. P. Morris L. N. Thomson R. M. Yule I. A. Blomfield

Date 8th May 12th May 15th May 22nd May 26th May 29th May 4th June 5th June 9th June 12th June 16th June 19th June 23rd June 30th June 3rd July 10th July 17th July 23rd July 24th July

SUMMARY OF RESULTS 1st XI

Opponents Clifton C.C. ... York C.C. ...

Ground Home Home

Result School Drawn 80 or 5 Drawn 146 or 7

Worksop College Giggleswick School Durham School

Leeds G.S. ...

A. Denstone College f

The Forty Club Ampleforth College M.C.C. ... Home Away Away Home

Away

Home

Away Home Lost 174 Won 38 for 0 Drawn 156 for 4 (dec.) Won 262 for 5 (dec.) Drawnf 193 1229 for 5 (dec.) Won 171 for 8

Won 192 Lost 165

Bradford G.S. ... Sedbergh School York Wanderers C.C.

Yorkshire Gentlemen C.C. Away Home

Home

Home Drawn 206 Drawn 163 for 4 (dec.) Lost 163 for 4 (dec.) Won 190 for 2

Craven Gentlemen C.C.

Bootham School ... }Old Peterites ... Home Home Home Won 68 for 3 Won 104 for 6 Lost f 203 for 8 1 (dec.) 165

Played 17, Won 7, Drawn 6, Lost 4.

2nd XI

Date 15th May 22nd May 26th May 29th May 12th June 19th June 17th July

Opponents Worksop College ... Giggleswick School ... Durham School ... Leeds G.S. ... ... Ampleforth College ... Bradford G.S. ... Ground Home Home Home Away Home Home

1 Bootham School ... Away

Under 16 Colts XI

Date 15th May 22nd May 26th May 9th June 12th June

19th June

Opponents Worksop College ... ... Giggleswick School ... Durham School ...

Manchester Boys XI Ampleforth College Bradford G.S. ... Ground Away Home

Away Home Home

Home

30th June 3rd July

Date 15th May 22nd May 26th May 29th May 12th June 23rd June 3rd July 17th July

Scarborough College Ashville College Home

Home

Under 15 Colts XI

Opponents Worksop College ... Bootham School Durham School Leeds G.S. ...

Ampleforth College Bootham School Ashville College Pocklington School Ground Away Away Home Away Away Home Home Result Lost Won Won Won Lost Won

Lost School 99 125 117 for 7 154 88 190 for 5 (dec.) 68

Result Drawn

Won

Won

Won Drawn

Won

Won School 176 for 5 (dec.) 128 for 2

185 for 4 (dec.) 74 for 6 136 or 5

159 for 6 (dec.) 189 for 3 (dec.)

Result Lost School 67

Lost Won Lost

82 47 for 4 73

Won

65 for 1 Cancelled Drawn 144 for 6 (dec.) 108 for 8 (dec.)

Opponents 89 170 for 9 (dec.) 185 37 128 for 8

115

163 83 for 5

168 for 9 (dec.) 138 233 for 7 (dec.) 90 for 9 123 for 7

165 for 7

187 for 5 (dec.) 64 102 244 for 4 (dec.) 186 for 3 (dec.)

Opponents 103 for 5 112 116 79 89 for 7 110

70 for 8

Opponents 121 for 8

127 for 4 (dec.) 33

71 149 for 6 (dec.) 47

67

Opponents 119 for 3 (dec.) 83 for 2 46 149 for 9 (dec.) 64

111 for 6