COMMEMORATION ROWING RESULTS Dronfield Senior 4 +: Rise J unior 4+: Wallhead/Cooper Open 2: Senior Sculls: T. A. Wellhead D. T. J. F. Clark J unior Sculls: The School beat the Old Peterites in both 80 and 40 races. BOAT CLUB AWARDS 1980 Holden, J. R. Andrew Sherris Cup for Coxing: Topham, K. D. Most Improved Oarsman Cup: Kettlewell, R. J. and Lee, J. A. S. Wentworth-Ping Oar (Best IVth Form Oarsman) BOAT CLUB OFFICERS, 1981 T. R. Wallhead. Captain: Vice-Captains: A. J. Dixon and A. M. Jewitt. J. R. Farrow. Secretary: S. R. A. Newby. Boatswain:
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The New Equipment The revolution in new materials has given industry a remarkable new tool in carbon fibre. Its application in "Carbocraft" racing shells, with their distinctive colour schemes and clean, uncluttered lines, has meant lightness and incredible strength. On a recent visit to the Carbocraft works we were most impressed with their skill and knowledge in this relatively new field. The boat is based on a glass-fibre sandwich construction reinforced with finely woven carbon fibres. It is also coxed from the bows with the cox lying down under the canvas, this should improve the stability of the boat and increase its potential speed. To complement the boat we have also six oars made of aluminium tubing with plastic spoons and wooden handles. These are the gift of a most generous parent and will be lighter, stiffer and have a longer life than wooden oars. M.D.
HOCKEY CLUB The season was one of the most enjoyable that I can remember. The spirit which was generated in both first and second elevens led both teams to make the very best of their talents. It meant that all players thought of the help which they could give to each other rather than of their own individual game. The first eleven played consistently well and their results show this. The losses for the main part were due to the greater experience of the opposition rather than the limitations of our own play. The attack was exciting to watch and whenever they got possession there was always the possibility of a goal. The defence in general was firm and inspired that confidence so necessary for a side to succeed. My memory of the season however is of the enjoyment which the players got from their games, and this was reflected in their play. The captain Andrew Precious stamped his authority on the side and led, not only by encouragement, but also by example. I congratulate and thank him for his efforts during the season. The second eleven, under the captaincy of Bob Bowles, was a blend of experience and youth. They had a successful season losing only two of their matches, both to club opposition. I hope that the experience gained by the younger players will stand them in good stead next year. The colts team was chosen from eighteen players and it was pleasing that so many players are of a standard to represent the School. The team had I a mixed season, but learnt the hard way that experience counts for a lot. hope that they will mature as players in the coming years. 113
