Wynberg Boys' Schools Magazine 1982 by Wynberg Boys' High School

ANNUAL MAGAZINE OF THE WYNBERG BOYS' HIGH AND JUNIOR SCHOOLS

DECEMBER 1982

Printed by LEXLINES PRESS 97 CECIL ROAD SALT RIVER 7925

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Pholograph.

DEDICATION To the memory

of the late Dr I 0 du Plessis -

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"The ArgUl"

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CONTENTS

SENIOR

Page

Editorial..................................................................................................................................................................................

List of Staff

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Staff Notes Prize List 1981

Department

Reports

Founder's Day...................................................................................................................................................................

Reports: PTA,

Prefects, S R C...........................................................................................................................

Contributions from the Classrooms..................................................................................................................

Cultural Activities, Clubs and Societies..

The Cadet Band and the Cadets........................................................................................................................

House Reports..................................................................................................................................................................

Sport

Acknowledgements

123

JUNIOR Headmaster's Report

126

Staff Notes

128

Staff List

129

Prize Giving 1981

131

Department

136

Outdoor

Reports

Education

141

Sport

149

Contributions Sub A - Std 5

163

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EDITORIAL This magazine has been dedicated to the memory of the late Dr I D du Plessis because we are proud to name him as a past pupil of our school and because his life and achievements are an example to us all. Isak David du Plessiswas born at Phillipstown in the Karoo in the year 1900. He attended Wynberg from 1913 to 1917 and then went on to the University of Cape Town where he graduated M A in 1921. Apart from achieving recognition as one of South Africa's leading Afrikaans poets, he was, during his life, teacher, university lecturer, sports editor of Die Burger, assistant editor of Die Huisgenoot, Secretary for Coloured Affairs, founder and life-president of the Cape Malay Choir Board and Chancellor of the University of the Western Cape. He was the recipient of two of South Africa's most prestigious literary awards, the Hertzog Prize and the Scheepers Prize. He served on countless boards and committees and he was awarded the University of Rome's Medal of Honour for his contributions to culture and for his "fostering of good race relations". Dr I D du Plessis was sensitive to the needs and aspirations of others and his tireless and dedicated efforts in the service of his fellow men earned him the deep respect and affection of all who knew him. He had a profound, yet clear-sighted understanding of his country's problems and the words from his Raamwerk vir Suid-Afrika: Credo op Rym epitomise, in their clarity and simplicity, so much of what he strove for: Ek het op Tafelberg gestaan, Gesien hoe onder in die stad Wit, Bruin en Swart se weĂŤ kruis, En het geweet dat meer en meer Ons saam die teuels sal moet hou. Wie nou nog soek na spreuk of leuse Moet weet: daar is geen ander keuse.

SENIOR SCHOOL STAFF Principal:

Deputy Principal:

Mr R P Connellan,

Heads of Department:

Mr J M Blom, B A, STD Mr JL Mathew, BSc, BEd, PT C Mr A J A Morris, B A, P H S

Teachers:

Mr E A Bester, H T D (M T), PT D Woodwork Mr A J Blackbeard, H D E (Commerce) Accountancy Mr J R Blacklaws, BSc, H D E Mathematics, Physical Science, Scripture Mr E J Blignaut, B Sc (Hons), S T D Physical Science Mr J L Bond, BA, B Ed Biology Scripture Mr D Bromberger, B A (Hons), BSc, B Ed Mathematics Mr N R Crawford, PT D, H P (phys Ed) Physical Education, Mathematics Mr P E Decker, B A, U E D English, Scripture Mrs L du Preez, B A, H T C Afrikaans, Scripture Mr G J Falck, BA, H E D English, Geography Mr E B Greenwood, BSc, S T D Physical Science, Scripture Mr R M Hewett, BA, BEd, S T D Geography, Mathematics Mr G J Hili, B A, S T D English, History Mr H J G Jonker, B Comm, BEd, H E D Accountancy, Afrikaans Mr P L Joseph, BSc, H D E Mathematics, Guidance Mr J F Koekemoer, B A (Hons), H D E English, History Mr C J Linder, B Sc (Hons), M Ed, H DE, A A A S Mathematics, ..........................................................................................................................Physical Science Mr PG Louw, B A, H ED Afrikaans, History, Scripture Mr J Glouw, H PT D, HP T C (M T) Metalwork Mr CH Merts, B A, H 0 D · Afrikaans Mr D Meyer, N D C, N TC Accountancy, Scripture Mr P R Midlane, B FA, H D E Art, Scripture Mr T O'Reilly, BA, S T D Latin, English Mr S V Polden, B A, H E D Afrikaans, Scripture Mr G R Povey, B A, BEd, H E D Geography Mr E N Pretorius, B Sc (Hons) (Ph ys Ed), STD Physical Education, .......................................................................Afrikaans, Mathematics, Physical Science Mr K G Pretorius, M Phys Ed, H D E Physical Edu~ation, History Mr D R Radloff, BSc, H E D Physical Science, Mathematics Mr A J Todd, B A, H E D English, Geography, Scripture Mr CPA Verwymeren, U P LM Music Miss M Wagener, THE D · ·· Biology Mr P Wessels, BA, H D E · · History

Teacher-Psycologist:

Mr D de la Mare,

Teacher-Librarian:

Mr K E lIiffe, B A, STD,

Instrumental

Music:

Mr N Edwards

Cricket Professional:

Mr M Stovold,

School Secretaries:

Mrs G M Joubert Mrs V Main

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Laboratory Assistant:

Miss S Brown

R Blackbeard,

B A, STD

BSc, B Ed, U E D

Physical Science Afrikaans, Scripture Biology, Scripture Geography, English

B A, PT C, CTS

Guidance,

Mathematics

H Dip Lib

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Cert Ed

School Building Maintenance: Janitor: Cleaning

Staff:

Mr P Bera Messrs M Forbes,

Grounds Supervisor:

Mr J Payne

Grounds

Messrs

Staff:

W Davids,

E Fortune,

G Harris, J Messias,

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N Veenendaal

. J Salomons,

P van

Rensburg,

J van

Rooi,

G van Wyk

LlTTLEWOOD HOUSE Superintendent:

Mr A J A Morris

Masters:

Messrs N R Crawford, G R Povey, P J Wessels

Matron:

Sister M de Klerk

Assistant Matrons:

Mesdames

Hostel Maids:

Mesdames M Henry, R Page, M Ramsen, M Sias, TMSwarts, M Waldeck, M E Witbooi, M M Zass

H Morris and P M Smith E Valentine,

Mr K Munnik

Gardener:

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SCHOOL COMMITTEE Chairman:

Mr P H Cawood

Vice Chairman:

Mr R Friedlander

Secretary:

Mr J H F Cawood

Committee

Members:

Messrs W A C Durandt,

H Fay, N D W Hattingh, N Riley, I A Wiltshire

PTA COMMITTEE Chairman:

Mr C A Lewis

Secretary:

Mr J L Mathew

Committee

Members:

Messrs R 81ackbeard (ex officio), DEEllis, R A Gadd, N D W Hattingh, A J A Morris, A R Peens, M von Bentheim . Mesdames J Bevan, J le Roux, P Marks, T Wynne ..

STAFF Back Row: E Blignaut, T O'Reilly, I Bond. D Radloff, D de la Mare, J Blacklaws, C linder, R Hewett. P Wessels, E Pretorius, E Bester 3rd Row: D Meyer. P Midlane, K llilfe. P Decker. V Polden. G Falck, Plouw, H lonker. B Greenwood. K Pretorius 2nd Row: G Povey. A Todd. J louw. P Joseph. C Mem. N Crawford, G Hili. 0 Bromberger. Edwards. K Verwymeren from Row; E Tasker, A Morris (Vice-Principal), Mrs V Main (Secretary). R Connellan (Deputy Headmaster), R Blackbeard (Headmaster), J Mathew (Vice-Principal. Mrs B Joubert (Secretary). K Blom (Vice-Principal). Mrs C Steyn

FROM THE HEADMASTER'S DESK

Looking back, 1982 has been a memorable year in the school's history. It has been a year not only of consolidation, but of innovation as well. It has seen the removal of the last of the pine forest which once covered the entire site of our playing fields and grounds, the cutting into the existing banks and the extension of the new "A" field, hopefully to provide a hockey and a rugby field, plus a full-sized cricket oval and an athletic track. Once the grass has been established and the drainage problem overcome, this should prove a tremendous asset to the school.

winning virtuallyall the trophies at the Western Province Command Cadet Competition and also winning the Inter Command Competition in Port Elizabeth. The first panel inspection in the new school was held in July. This involved a week's visit by a panel of six Inspectors plus a number of individual subject inspectors as well. This proved to be a very busy but also a most instructive and enjoyable week.

1982 also saw the election

of a new School Committee. Mr Stan Jones, who had been our Chairman for 9 years and had been associated with the school, Old Boys' Association and the Committee for the past 50 years, unfortunately did not stand for re-election. We should like to express our appreciation for all be has done for the school. We are pleased to welcome in his stead, Mr Henry Cawood as our new Chairman.

1982 has also seen the

completion of our magnificent new swimming bath complex with a full-size water polo pool, which replaces the old Memorial Swimming Bath. Our dramatic society, which has for a number of years been very active and which, under the direction of John Baxter, has had outstanding productions, this year made history when Gavin Povey came up with his idea of putting on "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat". It was an entirely new venture, combining music, singing and dancing, and caught the imagination of all who saw it in the Clegg Hall it went on from there to packed houses at the Baxter Theatre (the first school to be asked to play there) and finally made it to the Nico Malan - once again a first for an amateur society and a school. Again we played to packed houses and had invitations from a number of other theatres and country towns to perform there as well. Further publicity came in the form of a short programme on TV 1. As usual

our

Cadet

Band

have excelled

Another outstanding Gavin Povey production in conjunction with the Girls' School, Festival '82, once again drew packed houses, and the 1982 Matric Farewell Dance, with its theme "Paris by Night" and its Eiffel Tower reaching to the ceiling, will long be remembered by all who attended. In conclusion, we at Wynberg are deeply indebted to the late Mr William Clegg (Principal from 1919-1947) and the late Mrs Lucy Clegg who have left the magnificent sum of nearly R100 000 to be invested to provide bursaries for present and past pupils of our school. All in all, 1982 has been a very full and successful year.

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STAFF NOTES At the beginning of this year we welcomed Messrs G J Falck, G J Hili, C J linder, PG louw, E Pretorius, D R Radlof( and P Wessels to our staffroom. Unfortunately Mr linder leaves us at the end of this year. We will be sorry to lose him as he has proved himself to be an extremely competent teacher. We trust that the others will have a long and happy stay with us. Once again we have to thank Mr Eric Tasker for helping us out. He was with us for the first two terms of this year. His place was taken by Mr J Koekemoer at the beginning of the third term. Joe Koekemoer has returned to Wynberg after a spell with CAPAB and we are pleased to welcome him back.

Mrs l du Preez (Afrikaans classes) and Miss M Wagener (Biology classes) occupied temporary posts during the third and fourth terms. We are grateful to them for their contributions to the school over the second half of this year.

We bade farewell to Mrs Chri to Steyn at the end of the second term. She leaves us with our best wishes and our thanks for her services to Wynberg. Mr P Bera, our Janitor, was on leave during May. We trust that he enjoyed a pleasant break.

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It is with pleasure that we record the following additions to staf( families this year: a daughter to Des and Danielle de la Mare, a son lo Tom and Theresa O'Reilly, a son to Tony and Myra Blackbeard and a daughter to Roy and Meryl Hewett. Our congratulations to all these proud parents.

We thank Mr l C Smith for filling the post of Teacher-librarian while Mr K Iliffe was overseas on study leave during the third term. We trust that Keith lIiffe enjoyed his stay in Europe. Mr John Bond took up a promotion post in Kimberley at the end of the second term. We wish lo record our gratitude to John for all that he did at Wynberg during his time here. We remember, in particular, his contribulions to the teaching of Biology, his coaching of the first fifteen and the great deal of time he gave to our cadet band. We wish him every success in his new sphere.

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Congratulations go to Mrs Margaret Bromberger, wife of Mr David Bromberger, on graduating Ph D at Stellenbosch University in December last year. Rumour has it that Messrs Blignaut and Merts are now proud owners of bull terriers, that Mr Errol Pretorius does not need a bull terrier to deter would-be burglars and that the thirty-two points kicked by Mr Vincent Polden in one rugby game have not gone unnoticed by the provincial selectors. The army needs us!

Finally, our thanks are due to the ladies who send up sandwiches from the tuckshop every tea break, to MacDonald Forbes for many pots of staffroom tea and to the school cleaners for their services over the past year.

Messrs Crawford, Decker, Hewett and Merts were re-elected to the Staff Association Committee this year, while Mr Errol Pretorius made

PRIZE LIST -

OCTOBER 1981

STANDARD SIX

.................................................................. A Jacobsz, 7A .................M Olivier, 7A H Zauber, 7A ................................................................. C Sowden, 7A Class Prize B van der Poll, 7B Metalwork Prize J Doig, 7B Class Prize, Art Prize R Townsend, 7C Merit Prize N Pinder, 7C Class Prize, Woodwork Prize M Hoyle, 7D

Standard Prize, Class Prize, English Prize, Social Studies Prize, Accountancy Prize D Seeliger, 6B General Science Prize, Latin Prize, Merit Prize C Smallman, 6A Class Prize P van der Riet, 6A Mathematics Prize M Douglas, 6A Afrikaans Prize L Schel hase, 6A Art Prize B Bell-Roberts, 6C Merit Prize K Inglis, 6A Merit Prizes A Bas, 6B ..................................................................... R Webb, 6B Class Prize B Mclaughlin, 6C Class Prize G Budge, 6D Class Prize ..·· C Beyleveldt, 6E

STANDARD EIGHT Standard Prize, Class Prize, Science Prize, History Prize, Biology Prize N Wiltshire, 8A Merit Prize, Afrikaans Prize R Zauber, 8A Latin Prize, Merit Prize M Abbott, 8A Merit Prizes M Heimboid, 8A ........................................................................ 5 Read, 8A ............................................................... G Gatzanis, 8A ............................................................ J Dunwoody, 8A ..................................................................... P Bester, 8A .................................................................. GEngiish, 8A .............................................................. P Campbell, 8A .................................................... K von Bentheim, 8A .................................................................. C Simons, 8A ..................................................................... D Breed, 8A ····..·..······· ..·····..·..···..· G Hammond, 8A ................................................................ N Peacock, 8A Class Prize, Mathematics Prize, Metalwork Prize A Donno, 8B Merit Prizes D Fyfe, 8B ............................................................. R Beyleveldt, 8B

STANDARD SEVEN Standard Prize, Class Prize, Afrikaans Prize, General Science Prize, Mathematics Prize, History and Geography Prize, Latin Prize K Levey, Accountancy Prize B Andrew, English Prize, Merit Prize B Keylock, Merit Prizes A Meeding, .................................................................... S Calder, ········ ..········· ..······.· ..··.·· A Doidge, ..................................................................... J Loxton, ............................................................... '" P le Roux, ................................................................... K Wilson,

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PRIZE-GIVING -

1981

ACADEMIC AWARDS BdCk Row: K Levey. C Smallman, 2nd Row: A Helmbold. Front Row' A Donna,

M Sutherland,

S Read.

A Meeding,

M Abbott,S Mr

Davidowitz Prize for English, Class Prize, Geography Prize, Accountancy Prize D Ridgard, Merit Prizes J Sharpe, ......................................................................5 Inglis, Class Prize, Art Prize M Sutherland, STANDARD NINE Standard Prize (Presented by the Standard Bank), Class Prize, Science Prize, Mathematics Prize J Hattingh, English Prize, Merit Prize .0 Muir, Afrikaans Prize, Foundation for Education Science and Technology Prize, Merit Prize M Schiifer, Geography Prize Lewis, Biology Prize, Merit Prize P Coulthard, Merit Prize C Meyer, Class Prize, History Prize C Marks, Class Prize M Gray, Merit Prizes H Morey, ....................................................................H Taylor,

D Ridgard;

Calder.

R Blackbeard

P Bester,

P van der Riet

D Seeliger, J Doig

(Headmaster).

J Hattingh,

N Wiltshire,

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STANDARD TEN Standard Prize, Class Prize, W E Bowden Mathematics Prize, Maskew Miller Prize for History, Accountancy Prize 1 Katz, lOB Class Prize, Biology Prize C West, lOA English Prize ·..· · A Feinstein, lOA D F Marais Prize for Afrikaans, Merit Prize, H Arguile Prize for Latin H Badenhorst, lOA Merit Prizes ·..· · A Breed, lOA ...............................................................M White, lOA Metalwork Prize A Waiters, lOB Merit Prize D Law, lOB Class Prize, F G Thorpe Science Prize G England, lOC G~ography Prize, Merit Prize D Schrauwen, lOC Merit Prizes T Browne, lOC ..·· · ·..· · R Ellwood, lOC

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SPECIAL AWARDS School's Clubs and Societies Award (SR C Cup) for Standard 9 PupiL. A Morris, 9A Prefeds' Cup for the Most Outstanding Prefed other than Head or Deputy Head Prefed R Ellwood, lOC .............................................................. G England, lOC Gary Bricknell Cricket Bat for the Most Promising Spin Bowler L Gilowey, 10D Sportsman of the Year Award, for the Best All Rounder (Casper Cup) J Joubert, lOC ................................................................... L Hirsch, lOC Old Boys' Award for Outstanding Performance in Sport W Schluter, lOB David Levitt Memorial Award, for Standard B Pupil who has done most for the School. M Abbott, BA Abelsohn Cup for the Standard 10 Pupil who has done most for his School during 19B1 A Feinstein, lOA Life Membership of the Old Boys' Union, Presented by the School A Feinstein, lOA Honours Award, awarded to Pupil or Pupils who brought recognition to the School N Teppler, lOC A Fine Bursary J Joubert, lOC F G Thorpe Bursary D Law, lOB Old Boys' Bursary awarded to the Top Pupil in Standard 10 1 Katz, lOB Friedlander Shield awarded to the Winning House for 1981 Rhodes House

Edward Wise Bursaries for the Two Best Standard Eight Pupils N Wiltshire, BA ................................................................... R Zauber, BA Templeton Music Prize The Brass Band Bevan Prize for English Reading A Feinstein, lOA Best Speakers Debate Prize (Senior) A Feinstein, lOA Best Speakers Debate Prize (Junior) D Ridgard, BC Lions Head Command Floating Trophy (Best NCO in Cadet Detachment) B Baker, 9D Special Award for Dedication and Service to the Cadet Detachment - Presented by Southern Life Assurance Co J Harris, lOB Cadet Band Award (Fay Cup) for Loyalty, Dedication and Service W Anderson, lOA Caxton Prize for Outstanding Effort V Thackwray, 10D Friedlander Memorial Award for Diligence and Service to the School. ........W Schluter, lOB School's Clubs and Societies Award (Heath Cup) for the Standard 10 Pupil who has done most for the School Clubs and Societies A Feinstein, lOA Brown Cup - Best Ador A Feinstein, lOA Luman Cup - Contribution to Drama D Mc amara, lOA .................................................................. J Wynne, lOB

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couraged. In addition it provides an opportunity to have any problems, encountered during their private revision, to be sorted out and solved. We hope to make this a regular date on our calendar and we urge parents to encourage their sons to attend.

THE ACCOUNTANCY DEPARTMENT Subject Head: Mr D Meyer

N C D, N T D C

Staff: Mr JH G Jonker Mr A J Blackbeard

8 Com, B Ed H CTD

AFRIKAANS-DEPARTEMENT

Accountancy is an optional subject at Wynberg, the option being exercised at the end of the first six months in Std 6 (the A class only), at the end of Std 6 or at the end of Std 7. The numbers taking the subject this year are: Standard 6 116 Standard 7 75 Standard 8 SO Standard 9 49 Standard 10 30 - of whom 19 are taking the subject on the Higher Grade and 11 on the Standard Grade. Although these numbers represent just under half the pupils in the school, only a third of those introduced to the subject in Std 6 end up writing it in the Matric examination. The main reasons for pupils opting out seem to be that they cannot cope, find it boring and repetitive, or that they simply prefer some other subject.

Vakhoof: J M Blom

Personeel: C H Merts S V Polden HJ G Jonker P Louw E Pretorius Mev. L du Preez

B A, HOD B A, HOD B Com, B Ed BA, HOD BSc, HOD, L 0 (Hons) B A, HOD

Mev. Christa Steyn het ons gedurende die jaar verlaat. Ons is baie jammer daaroor, maar waar sy nou die onderwys vaarwel gesë het, wil ons haar alles van die beste toewens en langs hierdie weg vir haar gewaardeerde werk bedank. Gelukkig kon haar plek deur 'n ewe-bekwame mev. L du Preez geneem word. Nog nuwelinge in ons departement is mnre. P Louw en E Pretorius wat reeds getoon het waartoe hulle in staat is.

Some teachers of the subject feel that it should be compulsory - at least up to Std 8 - as a knowledge of Accountancy is required in whatever career one may choose in later life. Added to this, the general aims of the subject, to promote neatness, orderliness, thoroughness and accuracy, can only stand them in good stead later on.

Vir die bogemiddelde leerling word Afrikaans as eerste taal aangebied. Eintlik het dit nou 'n aparte departement geword met mnr. Mens as vakhoof. Hy word in die junior klasse deur mev. Du Preez bygestaan. Die probleem wat natuurlik nou ontstaan, is dat die moontlike A-kandidate in die tweede taal die eerste taal neem, en gevolglik verlaag dit die gemiddeldes in matriek en word dit vir die onderwyser onmoontlik om 'n A-simbool in die tweede taal te lewer.

In the teaching of Accountancy we ~ndeavour to equip pupils with knowledge of the procedures of Accountancy and fundamental theories which are the basic requirements for the better understanding of business methods and administration which form the basis of present day business practice. We try to cultivate an understanding and appreciation of the value and importance of accountancy for private purposes, as a preparation for a career and as an incentive to continue their studies.

Verlede jaar het ons 'n besondere poging aangewend om ons matrieks se punte te verbeter en om die noodsaaklikheid van goeie prestasie te beklemtoon. Die vrugte daarvan is in die eindeksamen gepluk toe ons baie bevredigende uitslae behaal het. Dit is nog te vroeg om kommentaar te lewer oor die pas afgelope paneelinspeksie aangesien die inspeksieverslae nog nie ontvang is nie. Daar kan egter gesë word dat die algemene kommentaar gunstig was.

In the final examination, (as is the case with Latin and Art) we unfortunately have our candidates writing Accountancy right at the end of the examinations, with the result that it is more than a month after leaving our class, that they tackle the final test. Last year we sought to counteract this by holding an 'Accountancy Revision Day' just prior to the examïnation. This proved very popular and enabled the boys who attended to sit the examination freshly inspired and en

Die Afrikaans-onderwyser dra 'n groot verantwoordelikheid en 'n nog groter werklas. Gelukkig heers daar 'n goeie gees in die departement en ek is baie dankbaar vir die uitstekende samewerking wat ek van elke kollega kry.

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classroom what is discussed in the syllabus. The hatching of frogs eggs has been started. We hope for better success than we had with last year's fowl eggs.

THE ART DEPARTMENT Subject Head: P R Midlane

B F A, H D E

In Standard Seven many small experiments involving osmosĂŠs, digestion, respiration and heart

The Art Department has had a successful year with much good work being produced, as illustrated by the examples printed in this magazine. Our struggles for blacking-out facilities and pin boards in the corridor have at last born fruit and we are now a very well-equipped department. Exhibitions of work have continued in both the library and the staff room and these have drawn both positive and negative comments from members of staff and boys. The number of boys doing art has increased considerably over the past year, and I hope that this trend will continue. We can look back on a successful panel inspection and a successful1982. PR M

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beats have been set up so that the pupils may obtain an insight into the principles of biology. The Standard Eights are more orientated towards microscope work with onion cells, blood slides, insect collections and crawfish mouthparts. The botanical detail of tissues is being studied at the momemt and once more we are confronted with the perfection of the Creator's handiwork. We have concentrated on Essay work in the Standard Nines this year in an endeavour to broaden their concepts of biology, especially in bacterial warfare against disease and comparisons between phyla and divisions. The Matrics have little time to apply themselves to anything other than their syllabus and prescribed work. The Science Club caters for our Biologists who, from time to time, present illustrated lecturettes and have demonstrations that are greatly appreciated by the junior pupils. Our three keen biologists are still fascinated by insects and the tortoises and by the tropical fish cultures that they are studying.

THE BIOLOGY DEPARTMENT Subject Head: JL Mathew

B Sc, B Ed

We were sad to lose the services of Mr John Bond on promotion to Kimberley. We wish him every success in his new sphere of influence and hope he is able to persevere with the enthusiasm and keeness he engendered in his pupils here at Wynberg. We also welcome Miss Mariette Wagener who has joined our department. JL M

Staff: J L Bond (1st and 2nd Terms) BA, BEd Miss M Wagener THE D The Standard Sixes have germinated seeds and collected flowers, seeds, leaves and insects this year. The educational idea behind these exercises is to help the pupils to appreciate outside the

English at Cambridge and Fellow of Christ's College, puts it this way: "Literary scholarship and original critical insight are not affairs for everyone or even for many; they are a matter of special taste and talent and usually maturity as well.".

THE ENGLISH DEPARTMENT Subject Head: P E Oecker

B A, U ED

Staff: GJFalck G J Hill J F Koekemoer A J A Morris T O'Reilly AJTodd

BA,HOE B A, STD B A (Hons), HOE B A, P H C B A, STD BA,HED

The introduction of Higher and Standard Grades to English would help to solve the problem. A relatively high standard of literary appreciation could then be expected of that small number of pupils with an above-average language ability. The rest would not simply drop literature. On the contrary, they could be exposed to more of it. But the emphasis for them should be on enjoyment of books rather than on the learning of books for the setwork examinations. One would hope that our future scientists, accountants and technicians would then leave our schools with a love of reading rather than a dislike of prescribed works. Perhaps the promised and much-discussed changes on our educational horizon will deal with this problem.

We were joined by Mr G Hili and Mr G Falck at the beginning of this year. Both of these teachers have proved to be a great asset to our English Department and we sincerely hope that their association with Wynberg will be a long and pleasant one. Our thanks go to Mr Eric Tasker for helping us during the first and second terms. His post was taken over in the 3rd term by Mr J Koekemoer, who makes a welcome return to Wynberg. We are indeed pleased to see him back with us again.

In conclusion, I wish to record my thanks to the teachers in the Wynberg English Department for their co-operation and sustained efforts over this past year.

This year we entered another group of boys in the English Olympiad and we congratulate two of them, Jeremy Hattingh and Grant Ward, on being placed among the top 100 candidates.

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In spite of large classes and the above-average marking load, the morale of Wynberg's English teachers has remained high. The department continues to meet at regular intervals to ensure co-ordination and the sharing of ideas.

THE GEOGRAPHY DEPARTMENT Subject Head:

A number of teachers have been experimenting with various writing programmes and the results have been promising. Consideration has also been given to a team teaching approach to setwork teaching in Standard 10 next year. However, this remains to be finalised.

Mr A J 0 Morris

BA, P H C

Staff: Mr Mr Mr Mr

While other school subjects cater for various levels of interest and ability through the Higher and Standard Grades, this is still not done in the case of English. Why differentiation has not been introduced into the English First Language syllabus in our state schools remains a mystery. One has only to look at the problems encountered in the teaching of prescribed works to be convinced of the need for Higher and Standard Grade English.

R M Hewett G R Povey A J Todd G Falck

B A, BEd,S TO B A, BEd, H E 0 B A, H E 0 B A, HOE

It was a pleasure to welcome Mr Falck to the School and to the Geography Department this year. We hope he has been and will continue to be happy as a member of the school and of this department. As knowledge, we are told, doubles itself every ten years, so syllabuses must change. In our old syllabus, continental drift was merely mentioned. It was never tested, perhaps for fear of outraging some people's feelings. Nowadays the topic comes up for full discussion and for examination. So, with our present increase in knowledge of geology, historical geology and nabontology, stratigraphic sections and their fossil contents, we can expect that we shall find the evolution of life included in the new syllabus. This will be another welcome and important step forward.

All pupils in Standards 8, 9 and 10 are expected to demonstrate in their prescribed work examinations that they are capable of a mature standard of literary criticism. They are, for example, required to comment intelligentlyon matters such as tone, feeling, imagery and style. This, I feel, is expecting too much of many pupils in our schools. Graham Hough, University Lecturer in

However, for the present, Geography continues to make great demands on pupils. There is much to remember, much to understand and much to apply. Geogr~phy now gives the pupil a very wide field to think about and to learn about. It is felt that this multifaceted subjed gives any pupil with an open mind much that will help him step from his protedive life at school to the demanding, competitive live of adulthood. AM

However, for The 'jackdaw' system of projed work continues to prove rewarding, and a large amount of lesearch has been carried out. Use has been made of many sources beyond the school library and the high standard set in previous years should be maintained. History is too vast a subjed to be confined to the classroom. Accordingly a number of excursions were arranged during the year. A group of Matrics visited Parliament where they witnessed the Honourable Minister of Transport, Mr H Schoeman, delivering his budget speech. Several standard six classes visited Rhodes's cottage at St James.

THE HISTORY DEPARTMENT Subject Head: P J Wessels StaH: GHill J Koekemoer. K Pretorius E Tasker

One hopes that ideas started this year will continue to develop in the future. PJ W

B A, H D E BA,STD B A (Hons), H D E M of Phys Ed, H D E (2nd Term) BA, H D E

LATIN DEPARTMENT Subject Head:

The History department was unfortunate in losing Mr Baxter to Camps Bay at the end of last year. With his departure the History Staff took on a new look this year. New to the department were Messrs G Hili and P Wessels, while Mr J Koekemoer rejoined the staff at the start of the third term. The new team soon settled down and I would like to thank them for their cooperation, hard work and support throughout the year. A special word of thanks should be given to Mr E Tasker who assisted us so ably during the second term.

T O'Reilly

B A, STD

Once the standard sixes had been sorted out into their respedive choices the Latin Department was left with about 54 members. This is a goodly number considering the lack of knowledge that exists as regards the value of the Classies. Thirteen boys in Matriculation, five in standard nine, nine in standard eight, nineteen in standard seven and ten in standard six, follow the road paved by the historians and philosophers of the past. Those that study Latin have opted to do so. It is indeed delightful to have a class that is willing to face the grind of the classies because it is a good thing to do. Some may in later years follow a law course and become the pillars of society on which will stand the civilisation of tomorrow.

The Standard Sixes have made an extensive study of American History, focusing on the American War of Independence and the Civil War. The Standard Sevens studied several prominent charaders during the inter-war years. The Standard Eights made a detailed study of the Diamond Field dispute while the Standard Nines concentrated on the 19th Century. As usual the Standard Tens have been restrided by the syllabus, but one hopes that they have been able to gain a greater understanding of 20th Century problems, both at home and internationally. The teaching of History is frequently reviewed. As in the case of many other subjeds the use of audio-visual presentations is becoming increasingly important. In this respect an attempt has been made to run a film programme in conjundion with the work covered in the classroom. Mr Johan Louw presented a most stimulating slide-tape presentation on South African involvement in the First World War. The department has undertaken a programme to improve the colledion of slide material in the media centre as a means of enhancing the lessons.

Others will enter the disciplined mind that of the school years. richer world than the

field of economics with a shunned the easy options Others again, will build a one they knew.

In standard eight this year nine boys follow a course that is designed to test the mettle of each one of them. At the time of writing they have met Catullus and handled him very successfully. They have been in combat with the intricacies of purpose, indirect command and absolute ablative clauses and have come away unscathed: the result - a mind abler to cope with ideas and the expression thereof. The Matrics have settled down well, have finished their setworks and have done battle with Trajan and his predecessors. I wish them, one and all, good cheer and careful translation. Malhs is a problem ...

There are some very keen minds in the standard sevens - the grafting has been done, the results are awaited.

for his subject teacher.

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What we have been doing increasingly this year to dispel fear and build up confidence is: wherever possible identify the smallest possible units of teaching and then in anyone period 1. teach these very few ideas thoroughly (for say 5 minutes) 2. do examples illustrating the ideas (5 minutes) 3. issue roneoed notes as a record of teaching and examples, 4. set the pupils very carefully chosen and simple examples (usually teacher-designed) to do in class, and correct these immediately with the boys' help, (lO minutes) 5. test the pupils, using similar easy examples, and get them to mark these themselves (lO minutes) 6. set examples for homework which could be started in class (5 minutes).

THE MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT Subject Head: D Bromberger

B A Hons, BSc, BEd, STD

Staff: J R Blacklaws N R Crawford D de la Mare R M Hewett P l J Joseph CJ linder E Pretorius R Radloff

BSc, H D E P T D, H P (Phys Ed) B A, PT C, CTS C B A, BEd, STD B Sc, H DE B Sc Hons, M Ed, H D E B Sc Hons, (phys Ed), STD B Sc, H DE

Quite fittingly, a department of considerable importance has a staff of quite considerable size, and there are in fact as many as nine teachers of Mathematics in the school.

The essence of the technique outlined above is the selection of very narrowareas of work to concentrate on at a time; the careful selection of suitable examples, starting with the very easiest and active learning under supervision.

But quality ranks above quantity and we have been more fortunate than usual this year in having a capable and dedicated team of Mathematics masters at Wynberg. It is therefore a matter of very great regret to me that two of our team will probably be leaving at the end of the year or not long after, and we thank one and all for the great contribution they have made in the education of their pupils. Mathematics, it seems, more than any other subject, is either loved or feared, and to deal with the fear that some feel

The only problem with the technique is that it requires an extraordinary amount of effort on the part of the teacher who has to analyse the skills used in each mathematical operation, write and roneo notes to explain these skills, and set most of these examples himself. However, we find the method is definitely starting to produce results in a number of senior classes and hopefully it will do so increasingly in the future.

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available to stimulate those who are really outstanding. Good Maths pupils are also permitted to tak~ Computer Science as a seventh school subject. Beyond the above there is the Old Boys' Maths Prize for which a special exam is written, and there will soon also be substantial bursaries available to Wynberg pupils from the very large bequest made to the school by Mrs Lucy Clegg, wife of a past headmaster.

THE METALWORK DEPARTMENT A set of squares?

Subject Head: J G Louw

A major problem facing the Standard Eight, Nine and Ten pupils and their parents is whether to take Mathematics on the Higher or Standard Grade. The confidence issue comes sharply into focus here again.

HP T D, H PT C (M T)

"Drawing, representation, construction and decorative work are educational processes as real as reading and writing; they touch as nearly the springs of all that is best in human character. They may have results as valuable and as farreaching." - Sir Joshua Fitch.

If a pupil is obtaining 30% (120 out of 400) on the Higher Grade, he is struggling badly, feels defeated, tends to react against the subject, therefore puts in less and less effort, and gets caught up in a downward spiral whose effects are very hard to get rid of later.

F Handel Thompson, B A, Inspector of Schools, Johannesburg (1913): "By means of a distinct and definite course of 'manual' work we find ourselves able to train and develop certain special talents and aptitudes for which no other subject of the ordinary school course adequately provides. We are enabled to supply a course of exercises which will provide food for thought, and while interesting the child in its actual occupation, affords a valuable course of training in accuracy, carefulness, and in ordinary sequence".

On the other hand, if the pupil changes to Standard Grade before it is too late, he will find he may immediately obtain say 50% (lSO out of 3(0), feel more on top of his work, react favourably to the subject, therefore put in more and more effort and very possibly get caught up in an upward spiral of confidence that can lead to a B or C symbol.

J G Louw, Metalwork Teacher (1982): liThe Discipline of Metalwork, in which the producing of fine work pieces is incidental, the training of self-reliance, initiative and co-operation in achieving a minimum standard of quality is the ultimate goal".

It can therefore sometimes be very counterproductive for a pupil to stick to Higher Grade Maths when he is not really coping with the subject. Moreover, for many purposes even a D symbol on Standard Grade is acceptable at U CT so long as the pupil has certain other points in his favour. It is therefore not necessary for a boy going to University to feel he has to keep to Maths Higher Grade, though he should of course take extra lessons so as to stay on the Higher Grade.

S H Glenister, Principal Lecturer in Craft, Trent Par~ College of Education: "From the way in which some of the progressives talk today it would ~eem that. there is something inherently wrong In the desire for standards, but this form of discipline is, I am convinced, a healthy state to attain physically, mentally, morally. If more of our children were encouraged, both in their ~chools and in their homes, to achieve standards In co~duct and work of which they were proud the figures for juvenile deliquency would probably show a marked decline".

Finally, what encouragement can the school give to the more outstanding Mathematics pupil? We are working towards the possibility of an Advanced (or Additional) Maths class for the Standard Nines, where grouping 9 A's and 9 C's together has already resulted in a higher Higher Grade group emerging. We also have a few copies of UNISA Maths Course I Lecture Notes

Bearing in mind the above comments, the craft of metalwork in Wynberg Boys' High is active

and well. We have achieved satisfactory results in both practical and mental skills and produced not only good work but also disciplined characters.

THE PHYSICAL SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

The pupils are allowed to take up the craft of metalwork because they have, or want to prove that they can master the skills and surmount the problems that such a complex subject will pose. They will become proficient at drawing, learn to express themselves logically and clearly when discussion technology and master some practical skills. They will achieve self-discipline. JGL

SENIOR SCIENCE (Std 8, 9 and 10) Subject Head: Mr R P Connellan Staff: Mr E Blignaut... Mr B Greenwood Mr R Radloff

StaH: E N Pretorius K J Pretorius

PTO,

B Sc (Hons), STD BSc, STD B Sc, STD

JUNIOR SCIENCE (Std 6 and 7) Subject Head: Mr B Greenwood

THE PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT Subject Head: N R Crawford

B Sc, B Ed

Staff: Mr J Blacklaws Mr C Linder Mr E Pretorius

H P (Phys Ed)

BSc, STD B Sc, STD B Sc (Hons), M Ed, H E D B Sc (Phys Ed) (Hons), H E D

1982 has been a year of steady progress in both the senior and junior departments. We are extremely fortunate in having fully qualified teachers. Being able to tie together certain classes in Standards 9 and 10 and then to stream sets has greater facilitated the teaching of science at Wynberg.

B Sc (Hons) (phys Ed), STD M Phys Ed, H D E

It has been very pleasing and most encouraging to note that Physical Education has become more meaningful and more important in the eyes of pupils and parents during the past few years. I should like to thank all Parents for their support - your involvement and encouragement are very important to your son. 1983 has been named the year of Family Fitness and we look forward to a healthy involvement where we all become participators and not merely spectators. It is our policy to encourage a Wynberg boy to play at least one Winter and one Summer sport and to enjoy them to the full. The Physical Education Department has encouraged healthy attitudes and habits during 1982 and by having the opportunity to participate in various projects, the boys have become more aware of their physical well-being. Qualities such as selfdiscipline, team work and perseverance are acquired in the gym and it is encouraging to note how the classes look forward to their Physical Education periods. It is here that class spirit develops.

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Despite the fact that Science is a compulsory subject, the tieing of classes has resulted in classes averaging about 18 in Standards 9 and 10, each containing boys of roughly the same ability.

We welcomed Mr Errol Pretorius to our Department at the beginning of the year and are very happy to have a team of three controlling the Physical Education at Wynberg. We thank the Headmaster for his unfailing support as well as our enthusiastic inspector, Mr McEwan, for his interest in Wynberg. N C

The Std 10 results at the end of 1981 were satisfactory without being outstanding. 41 boys wrote on the Higher Grade of which four, G England, D Schrauwen, C West and I Katz

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obtained A's, six obtained B's, six C's, seventeen D's and eight E's giving an average of 61% compared to the Provincial Average of 52,8%.

teaching of Scripture employ a variety of methods, but all seem to attain the common goal of condu.cting interesting and challenging classes.

64 wrote on the Standard Grade of whom lance Stringer obtained an A. There were also four B's, eleven C's, fifteen D's, eighteen E's, twelve F's and three close failures (2 FF's and 1 G) to give an average of 52% compared to the Provincial Average of 53%.

A most profitable refresher course for teachers of Standards 8 and 9 was held during the third term. The members of our staff who attended came away inspired and with a great many new ideas for next year. May we take this opportunity of once again emphasizing that Scripture teaching is broadly Christian and that no exclusive teaching or dogma of a particular denomination is the basis or bias. The emphasis is consistent ly on the accepted fundamental truths of Scripture. Due consideration is given to both the thematic and chronological approaches to the Bible.

1982 has seen the introduction of a laboratory assistant. Miss Susan Brown is proving a great asset and is receiving a thorough training from Mr Blignaut. She assists in the setting up of experiments, the control and repair of apparatus, the keeping of inventories, the preparation of solutions and in numerous other ways. We welcome this long overdue step for the department.

Although Scripture is not an examination subject and no compulsory homework is set, it is fundamental to the education of the child. Care must be taken to ensure that the subject takes its proper place in the curriculum. Self-activity is encouraged both in class and in the pupils' studies at home. The pupil is guided to apply his knowledge of the Bible to his personal life and needs, so that in his daily living he may realise the meaning and power of the Christian faith.

Twenty-six boys wrote the Science Olympiad earlier in the year. The Science Olympiad is open to all pupils in South Africa and some 3000 write annually. Jeremy Hattingh was placed in the top 100, while Wiltshire, P Coulthard, P Bester, G Ward, J Rainbird, M Abbot, G Gatzanis and KeIlerman were placed in the top 300. It is still a source of great satisfaction to our department to see how many of our boys are doing well at University in Physics and particularly Chemistry. We feel that the department is healthy and is doing well.

THE TEACHER-PSYCHOLOGIST

I would like to thank my colleagues for their willing co-operation and for their dedication to the education of their pupils. RPC

Teacher-Psychologist:

Mr 0 de la Mare

The guidance department attempts to render help in three spheres: 1. Social guidance - here most social problems are dealt with. In standards 6 to 8 it is done by means of discussions in the classroom followed by personal interviews with any pupil from standards 6 to 10. 2. Educational guidance - problems dealt with in this area are aspects such as, subject choice, higher or standard grade, whether it is wise to change a subject or its grade, ete. Educational guidance leads directly to 3. Vocational guidance - where through questionaires and discussion we hope to lead the pupil to making a realistic assessment of himself and to decide which direction is suited to him in the world of work.

THE SCRIPTURE DEPARTMENT Subject Head:

MrDMeyer

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o fewer than 15 members of Staff are involved in the teaching of Scripture this year. It is grand to see so many staff involved in the teaching of Scripture, but it does create administrative problems of the department! During a recent visit our Subject Adviser, Mr R l Bardin, suggested that we delegate control of each standard to a member of the department. Accordingly the following have agreed to be responsible for a standard: Mr Bromberger - Standard 6 Mr Todd - Standard 7 Mr Blom - Standard 8 Mr Blacklaws - Standard 9 Mr Mathew - Standard 10 The individual

teachers

responsible

for

B A, PT C, CTS C

It is surprising that a number of parents are still unaware that this service exists at school. Many a problem or potential problem has been solved through a mere telephone call or a short interview. D de la M

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SCHOOL LIBRARY REPORT

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During the Y P periods on Fridays the Woodwork interest group make things which are needed by the school, such as screens for overhead projectors and notice boards. At the moment they are busy with the woodwork sedion of an eledronic score box for our cricket and rugby matches. The eledronic part of it will be built by the science department.

B A, STD, H Dip Lib (3rd Term) B A (Hons)

It was argued in last year's magazine that the library should have a much larger role than the mere issuing of books. The past year has seen the slow but steady growth of the library as a media centre.

As far as the pradical work is concerned, there should be some very attradive models at the end of the year. All the Standard Seven pupils are making coffee tables, some of which have already been completed. The Standard Eight pupils are making bedside cabinets. Although the Standard Nine and Ten pupils have a free choice, their models must conform to a certain standard. Incorporated in the Standard 10 work must be such things as doors, drawers and lathe work. The lathe work may be part of the model or they may turn out articles like bowls with lids, lamp stands and dishes.

The subjed catalogue is now fairly comprehensive and includes references to book encyclopaedias, pamphlet boxes, newspaper cuttings, tapes and film strips. Pupils are taught in Standards 6 and 7 to use the library as a resource centre. They are taught how to find information. Thus they are able to approach project work with greater confidence and are able to gather and collate information on the topic which they have chosen. A fund raising event was held at the Three Arts Theatre in the 2nd Term. It was well supported and the monies collected have been used to acquire a Betamax video recorder and a TV set.

This year's Standard 9 and 10 models cover a very wide range of furniture. There is a Welsh Dresser, a side board, some desks, a TV table, a wall unit, a few bar counters, some chess tables, a rocking chair, a server, a snooker table and a round dining-room table.

It will now be possible to hire tapes of interest and to tape programmes for our own records. We hope in time to build a comprehensive library of taped material covering school subjeds. Matters of general interest, sporting topics and school adivities.

The Woodwork Department wishes all the matrics good luck with their final examination at Wynberg. EA B

This year the library was visited by our panel inspedor Mr P du Toit. His helpful comments are appreciated. Finally, I would like to thank the following library and audio-visual assistants whose help has ensured the continued smooth functioning of the library: Karl Robert-Shaw, Brent Bartiett, Ancho Marks, Shaun Randall, Jonathan Marks, Simon Grantham and Andrew Godlonton.

YOUTH PREPAREDNESS Master-in-charge:

Mr J l Mathew

This asped of our school's programme has become a speciality. Since Mr Keith Richardson's excellent Focus Week organisation at the end of 1979 we have modelled our programme along the same lines. Each boy is allowed to have four preferences. As far as is humanly possible we have arranged a programme in which he can participate with interest.

THE WOODWORK DEPARTMENT Subject Head: E A Bester

We all appreciate

We now have fourteen of these interest groups, the Cadet Band and the Cadet Marching Group. Films of topical interest and lectures are frequently arranged.

H T D (M T), PT D

At the moment the boys are working hard on their models in a very well-equipped woodwork room, surely one of the best in the Cape P,ovince. The pradical room is almost completely fitted now. All the tools have been hung up or are on their shelves in the cupboards.

The more progressive groups involve Eledronics, Computer Science, Photography, Play Produdion and Xhosa. I would like to thank the Staff for their cooperation and enthusiasm in making this department fundional and effedive. JL M

Our thanks go to all the parents who contributed towards the fund-raising last year. In a very short time we had more money than we needed to

FOUNDERS DAY - 141st YEAR 15 September 1982 PROGRAMME 1. WELCOME: Mr R M Friedlander: Vice Chairman School Committee

2. THE

ATIONAL ANTHEM

3. HYMN: "0 God, Our Help In Ages Past" 4. THE LESSON Vice Head Prefed: Clark Ellis Ecclesiasticus 44, verses 1 to 15 5. PRAYERS: By the Headmaster (a) For the School (b) For those from the School who laid down their lives in the World Wars, 1914 -1918 and 1939 -1945, and in the present conflict on our borders. (c) For our Country (d) The Lord's Prayer 6. READI G OF INSCRIPTION OMEMORIALS Head Prefect: Anthony Morris 7. TH E LAST POST THE REVEILLE 8. INTRODUCTION OF GUEST SPEAKER Mr J H F Cawood: Secretary School Committee 9. THE ADDRESS Mr SF Jones CA 10. VOTE OF THANKS Vice Head Prefect: Dirk Muir 11. HYMN:

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With Me"

12. THE MARCH PAST AND SALUTE TO THE MEMORIAL

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A large number of parents, Old Boys and friends attended the 1982 Founders Day Ceremony at the school. Before the start of the service the visitors were entertained in the Clegg Hall to a lively performance by our Brass Band. Mr Stanley Jones, past Chairman of our School Committee, addressed the assembly this year. It was a fitting choice of guest speaker as Mr Jones has been a member of the Wynberg Boys' High School Committee for the past 33 years. In his address Mr Jones called upon all associated with Wynberg to dedicate themselves to the service of the school by upholding the heritage of the past and by taking advantage of the opportunities offered in the future. A march-past by the cadet corps, a performance by the cadet band and the traditional hockey and rugby matches against the Old Boys took place after the ceremony. PfD

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THE PARENT-TEACHERS ASSOCIATION President: Mr Chairman:

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lised a healthy profit thanks to the hard work of Mr Lewis's team and some of our matric pupils.

Mr C A Lewis

Vice-Chairman:

Mr 0 E Ellis

The third fund-raising will be run by Mr September is the day tion. It has been well be a highly successful

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PREFECTS' REPORT The year opened with our Prefeds' Leadership Camp, held at Silverhurst during the last days of the December Holidays. Here we were given a very thorough grounding on which to base our efforts during the year ahead.

full support and loyalty. Each and everyone unquestioningly made the necessary social sacrifices required of Wynberg prefeds, while exerting their authority with confidence and courage.

As Head Prefed, I faced the task of leading 13 prefects in their combined effort to achieve the seven objedives which we decided on at the camp. On refledion, I feel that, although we did not completely achieve all seven, there was a definite awareness of these objectives amongst the prefeds.

It distresses me, however, to have to report that despite a plea made by last year's Head Prefed, Andrew Feinstein, the "Curse of the Badge" still exists within our ranks al Wynberg; much lo the detriment of our efforts 10 improve communication between prefed and pupil. Mention must be made of Ihe enrhusiaslic approach shown by Prefeds during the organisation of the 24-hour Relay. The phenomenal success of this event is mostly due 101heir efforts.

Culturally, we had a good year and the high standards of discipline at Wynberg were maintained and improved upon. Although involvement in school activities improved, there are still those pupils who lack the motivalion to contribute something to their school. Only when these boys realise how much their school has to offer and only when they begin to participate, can Wynberg lake its place among South Africa's leading High Schools.

In conclusion, I thank Messrs Connellan and Hewitt for guiding us through the year and for their unfailing support and encouragement. I also thank Clark and Dirk for their dedicated support. Finally, to the prefeds, who have given so much during the past 12 months, may you reap Ihe benefits of the effort you have pUI mto this year. I hope you have enjoyed the experience as much as I have. AM

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keys and souvenirs. Substitutes are available for all whale products. Cost is not an important factor and more substitutes are being developed. Japanese fishermen kill dolphins as they claim that dolphins eat "their" fish.

His son stood mesmerized, awestruck with fear. Screams clawed the shanty and climbed the black sky to the twinkling, white stars. "Leave him!"

What I found extremely strange was the South African government's refusal to support the International Whaling Commission's ban on commercial whaling. Fortunately South Africa's abstention had no effect on the outcome of the moratorium. We no longer hunt whales ourselves. However, this was the perfect opportunity to demonstrate that we support conservation on an international scale. A spokesman for the Department of Foreign Affairs said that South Africa's abstention was determined by "scientific evidence and conservation attitudes". Under these circumstances, this statement is meaningless. Scientific evidence already points to the fact that certain species are nearing extinction. (A few cetologists believe that the number of Minke whales has dwindled to 8(0) Conservation attitudes were in favour of the ban.

They left her, a black woman and child, nations of sadness, watching them drag her husband away to the waiting van. The white stars blinked. D Prinsloo, Std 10

SOMETHING I HAVE WANTED TO SAY FOR A LONG TIME "The hunting of dolphins is immoral." So wrote Oppian about the year 200 AD. At that time the teachings of the Christians were spreading through the Mediterranean countries. Among the early Christian Churches the dolphin was held up as a symbol of swiftness, diligence and love. Since then we have passed through successive dark ages. We have done, and still do, many things to our own kind and to other creatures which future, more enlightened generations will find extremely difficult to believe.

The actual method of killing whales is extremely cruel. There are no efficient and reliable methods for "humane" whaling. If the Humane Slaughter Law of every country was applied to whaling, it would make it illegal. Dr Harry Lillie, a former surgeon with the British whaling fleet has said, "What an outcry there would be if horses were shot with explosive barbed harpoons and forced to drag a heavy cart 'till they collapsed and died".

I am a staunch believer in the idea of complete freedom for all cetaceans. Whales, dolphins and porpoises are highly intelligent and sensitive creatures. The brain of the sperm whale is probably the most complex brain ever evolved on earth. There is no doubt that tl:lese complicated brains are used for intelligent, complex communications. Most cetaceans are gentle and playful, both among themselves and around man.

Commercial whalers use harpoon guns firing a 55 kilogram explosive iron head that releases barbs inside the whale. In 1979 over 9000 whales were killed by the notorious cold harpoon. This non-explosive harpoon is used to conserve meat for human consumption. A recent Japanese report on 52 Minke whales killed using the cold harpoon stated that the average time taken for the whales to die was 5 minutes. The maximum time was 28 minutes. A orwegian report on 56

Japan is the country most responsible for whaling and the killing of large numbers of dolphins. As food value, whale meat constitutes only 0,5% of the nutritional intake of the average diet in Japan. The main uses of whale products range from cosmetics, adhesives, hormones, vitamins, medicines and fertilizers to tooth ivory for piano

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thus depicted as being bad and irresponsible; environmentalists, as a collection of idealists. The result is that the public has become utterly confused and large~scale action against pollution has been made virtually impossible.

Minke whales stated an average death time of 12 minutes. The maximum time was 52 minutes! We can only hope together with Olivia Newton John when she sings: "Let us hope it's nottoo late And that we can amend All this pain we have suffered on a friend". J Koning_ Std 9

Another view of pollution, stated by the naturalist, David Attenborough, is that "it is the inevitable price we must pay for growth and a high standard of living". The trouble with this view is that it is extremely selfish because it disregards the question of who will ultimately pay the penalty of our negligence. I think that doing something about the situation, however hopeless it may seem, is better than doing nothing at all. We can't just ignore pollution and try and qismiss it as an "inevitable" part of our life. Furthermore, it is vitally important for us to understand that an enormous growth in the world's human population lies at the root of the problem of pollution. Over the past few centuries, the number of human beings in the world has increased greatly. We have overrun the earth and carelessly devastated vast areas of its surface. Whereas once the wastes from our homes and factories were easily swept away by tides and winds to be recycled by nature, now there are so many of us that the seas and the sky are not big enough to cope with our waste. The yearly increase in population shows no sign of slackening, but it cannot continue indefinitely without ending in disaster. "If present trends continue we face a sharp decline in environmental standards and a devastating rearrangement of natural ecological systems before the end of this century." Thus by destroying nature man is indirectly destroying himself. A united effort is needed to save mankind, and many sacrifices will have to be made to prevent human beings from being the first species on earth to destroy themselves. R Zauber, Std 9

M Moran, 5rd 9C

POLLUTION Pollution is a controversial subject. It is by no means easy to agree on what constitutes pollution, for different people in different circumstances see the problem from different vantage points. Changing social standards play a large part in determining to what extent pollution is accepted. Since the industrial revolution smoking chimneys and black rivers were welcomed as signs of prosperity and it is only recently that we have come to realize the disaster we are bringing on ourselves. But have we realized too late? In war, it has been said, the first casualty is the truth, and what has been happening in the environmental debate is that information itself has been polluted. This is the opinion put forward by lan Breach, a devoted environmentalist. As I understand this statement, industrialists and environmental critics alike are distorting facts to protect their own interests. Industry is

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to drink the water he is floating on. For hundreds of years it was believed that salt-water led to madness, if not dehydration. An event of great importance came in the mid-fifties, when Alain Bombard crossed the Atlantic in a dinghy, in an attempt to prove that a castaway could live off the sea. He had previously calculated that by drinking a specific amount of sea-water a day, he could lessen his dependence on fresh-water. Although the experiment worked, later castaways preferred to take their chances and wait for rain, instead of risking the consequences of drinking salt-water. Food presents yet another problem to the survivor. If he is fortunate enough to be adrift in a region where sea-life is abundant, he can subsist by catching turtles, various fish, assorted sea-birds, squid plankton and even sharks. Turtles provide both eggs and 'steaks', and some survivors I have read about, have even resorted to cutting the creature's throat and drinking the blood that comes gushing out. Fish are, of course, expected in the sea, and provided one has the necessary hooks, various species can be caught. In their book "117 Days Adrift", the Baileys described how they used a spare watercontainer with a hole cut in the bottom, as a fish-trap. Sea-birds come so close that it is possible to knock them dead with any available item, possibly even your arm. Plankton is of great nutritional value, while squid and shark add a certain amount of variety to a survivor's menu.

J Adams. Sed 7 SURVIVAL AT SEA It has been said that man's greatest instinct is to survive; to continue living despite the conditions and circumstances. At sea, where man is not in his natural element, the circumstances a survivor may find himself in, are no less difficult to overcome. On 4th March 1973, a great survival story began. When the mast of the "Auralyn" had disappeared beneath the waves of the Pacific, Maurice and Maralyn Bailey were to spend 118 days drifting aimlessly a(ound in an inflatable life raft, to be rescued nearly four months later by a Korean fishing vessel.

The only thing the castaway has no control over are the elements. If it rains frequently he is at an advantage, and at times a sunny-spell is very welcome. In certain seas, the cold, stormy and windy conditions seem impossible to bear, but one must always remember that with a storm comes rain. The modern life raft is virtually unsinkable, regardless of the size of the waves, and the ferocity of the storm. The canopy that covers the whole raft is vital in providing some protection from the rain and heat that prevail in the temperate, tropical and inter-tropical seas. Of all the elements, heat is probably the most dangerous, causing sunburn and dehydration. Exposure is one of the main problems a survivor has to face, and is often the cause of death.

The typical castaway's greatest necessity is his life raft. Without it, he has no hope of lasting the time it may take to be rescued. It provides him with protection from the heat, the cold, the storms and the potentially dangerous seacreatures such as sharks. Most of the modern life rafts found in use today have been built to make life for the survivor as bearable as possible. The importance of the raft was clearly demonstrated when the twenty survivors of the ill-fated Taiwanese fishing vessel died, in August 1982, as a result of their malfunctioning raft. This incident has brought an increase in the awareness of seagoers in general, and should go to show that, had the raft been properly serviced, many lives could have been saved. The greatest temptation

In his book "The Bombard Story", Alain Bombard states: "When his (a survivor's) ship goes down, a man's whole universe goes with it. Because he no longer has a deck under his feet, his courage and reason abandon him.". He is convinced that

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many of the castaways through the ages have been killed, not by the sea, not by hunger or thirst, but by their own terror, and that most of them had died long before the physical and physiological conditions had become fatal. It is clear that despair and fear can threaten a man's survival, while hope and optimism can increase his chances. When one considers the plight of the Baileys, what could have caused more despair than the passing of seven ships, all within a mile?

THE UNWANTED

Thelma stood on the windy station. The train was late. She checked once more that all her pay was there. It was. The train arrived and she was washed aboard in a surge of black bodies dressed in brightly-coloured clothes. There was no room to sit. That day she had worked hard. She had dusted and washed and ironed ... "1 wonder eef I should rather have told thee Missis about her dress. Eet was not my fault. Eet was thee Missis. She ees always leaving her keys behind. Always reenging the doorbell like that. So eem-payshunt-lee. Me, I forget thee iron ees hot. I always run to open thee door for Missis. I fofget thee iron when Missis reengs. Oy-y贸-y贸. And when Missis finds out ... "

Thus when a castaway is faced with an endless expanse of water and an incredible silence, he is left, to a certain extent, at the mercy of the sea, and whether he survives or not, depends on the situation. But it is certain that hope, optimism, ingenuity and tenacity will help in his fight to survive at sea. S Coe, Std 9

The train screamed to a halt at her station and she was washed back off the train by the eager crowd. She checked her pay again and began her long walk home. She had come from the Transkei about a month before, to look for her husband. She had found him married to another girl. She could not return to the Transkei as she had been starving there, and she had no pass or job. Nobody wanted her as a sleep-in maid. Besides, she had children. The job she eventually got was at the home of a wealthy white family who did not care if she had no pass or home. So she lived as a squatter. The camp was almost hidden amid the wattles and Port Jacksons. There was filth all over among the twisted tin shanties that were homes for the community. The smell and flies were almost unbearable. A pack of scrawny, parasite-infested dogs scrounged for food or leapt at the legs of skinny, half-naked children. Thelma's daughter, Iris, greeted her with her baby brother, Temba, in her arms. That night Thelma hid her pay in the rusty tin beneath the bed. She was happy. She had received two Rand extra that month. She washed her hands to make supper. Her dark skin still looked dirty, but she didn't think so. Supper consisted of a slice of bread - brown and unbuttered - and a cup of cheap, black coffee. As a special treat, because it was her birthday and it was pay-day, they celebrated with a smear of jam on their bread. She had bought a new tin on the way home.

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They had just eaten when it happened. A roar, screams, crashing. The authorities. She flung

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open the door. A bull-dozer had just flattened the opposite shanty and was bearing down on hersl She scooped up the screaming Temba and she and Iris fled. Moments later their home was demolished.

DIT WAS DEFINITIEF DIE MOEITE WERD Dit is bitter koud. Ek lê in ons tent en kyk na bo. Die tent se kante beweeg in en uit asof dit asemhaal. Ek hoor die gesuis van die wind in die dennebome rondom ons en naby ons kan ek die klein stroompie hoor kabbel soos dit na die vallei afdaal.

When the destruction and confusion were over, she managed to recover a few things from the twisted wreckage and eluded the authorities to escape into the darkness. All she had were the clothes on her back and those she had salvaged together with the dented jam tin, still full, and a few R2 notes. She was dazed and confused.

Ek dink aan die klimtog waarmee ons oor'n paar ure sal begin. Dit gaan moeilik wees, en dit is waaroor ek my bekommer. Ek is redelik fiks en sal dit maklik kan doen, maar wat van die ander drie lede van die groep? Ek is seker Martin en Roy sal dit ook maklik kan takel, maar wat van Irene? Irene is my meisie en sy het aangedring om saam met ons Drakensberge toe te kom. Sy is ook redelik fiks, maar twee dae gelede het sy haar been beseer terwyl ons die Eastern Triplet van Injasuti geklim het. Sy het oor en oor gesê dat alles reg was, maar dit was erg geswel en gekneus. Ek kyk na haar. Sy slaap rustig. Dit is goed, want ons gaan vandag die Rockeries aanpak.

What harm had she done by living there? Why must she live in Transkei where she had starved without work or hope? And the authorities wouldn't let her leave there. She didn't hate the authorities, she just didn't understand them. Morning found her at Missis, with Temba in her arms and Iris carrying their few possessions. As she rang the doorbell, the door burst open and Missis stormed out. 'So you dare to come back, eh? Aher burning my best dress, and not telling me?"

Ek kyk na die ingang van die tent en merk dat dit lig begin word. Ek lê lank en kyk. Die vaal pienk word stadig rooier en dan 'n diep oranje waarteen die berge in die verte gesilhoeëtteer is. Ek gryp my kamera en neem 'n foto. Die klik van die kamera maak Irene wakker en sy kyk nou saam. Die son klim skielik uit bo 'n berg en sy flou straaltjies dryf die koue weg.

"But Missis, I ... " "I don't care. Get off my property ... and don't you come back. You Blacks are so unreliable and stupid!" The door slammed. Thelma turned property.

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Temba began to cry.

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Ons pak nou ons middagete in en nadat die rugsakke almal gemaklik pas begin ons die klim. Ons loop eers oor 'n wye vlakte. Aan ons linkerkant kan ons ander berge in die verte uitmaak. Vlak by ons val die vlakte weg in 'n diep vallei en in die vroeë oggendwindjie dryf toutjies mis uit die vallei uit asof iets daarbinne kook. Aan ons regterkant seil die wit winter-geklede pieke van die Drakensberge uit tot hoog in die blou lug. Voor ons lê die Rockeries soos die ruggraat van 'n massiewe slapende draak. Daar is sewe pieke in die Rockeries maar ons klim net die sewende een wat bekend staan as G. Die klim begin met 'n redelik maklike rotswal wat ons tot in 'n diep skeur lei. Nou word die klim moeilik. Die skeur loop boontoe teen 'n ongelooflike 70° en word al hoe nouer hoe verder ons klim omdat die vloer met ys bedek is. Ons sukkel baie stadig en versigtig voort, want een verkeerde tree en ons gly af na 'n sekere dood. Ons bereik die sneeugrens en neem 'n ruskansie. Ons haal ons stofies uit en brou 'n blik

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supposedly promised to the Jews by Cod, and according to the Bible they wandered through the desert for 40 years before they reached the Promised Land. Thus they too have a claim to the Land of Israel.

warm sjokolade. Ek vat 'n stomende koppie daarvan en gee dit vir Irene en is geskok om te sien hoe moeg sy lyk. Ek besluit gou-gou. Ons gaan vir 'n uur hier rus. Ek sit my arm om Irene en sommer gou lê sy vas aan die slaap teen my. Die ander van ons sit nou en praat oor die klim sover. Ek raai dat ons nou amper bo is, maar daar is nog 'n dwarswal en 'n laaste rotswal voor ons. Ek sou sê dat ons nog 'n uur sal moet klim.

Palestine was divided into two segments by the British in 1921. These segments - Transjordan and Palestine - were eventually to be handed to the Arabs and Jews respectively. This happened under the supervision of the UNO and Palestine was renamed Israel by the Jews, while Transjordan became the Arab State of Jordan.

Alhoewel ons almal dik geklee is word dit vreeslik koud as ons net sit, en na die uur maak ek Irene wakker en almal is gretig om weg te wees. Ons klim weer voort en kort voor lank kom ons op die dwarswal. Ons maak ons almal aan 'n tou vas en ek lei almal uit tot op die rotslys waarop ons moet loop. Dit was 'n nare ondervinding. Alhoewel daar net 'n bries onder op die vlakte was, waai die wind sterk hierbo. Dit pluk aan ons en dit is asof dit ons van die rotslys wil afgooi tot in die vreeslike dieptes onder ons. Ek kyk af tussen my bene en sien net vars lug. Dit is angswekkend. Ons moet soos vier gekleurde vlieë, wat teen 'n muur loop, lyk. Na 'n ewigheid is ons oor en ons takel die laaste rotswal sommer maklik.

Nevertheless, the Arabs were determined that no Jewish State should be allowed to survive and a series of dramatic wars followed the declaration of independence. When these failed the PLO was formed to destroy Israel. The PLO receives military support from the USSR, which at present is using the Middle East as a testing-ground for its most sophisticated weapons. So the PLO is no longer merely fighting for the Arabs, but for Russia, since she now supplies arms to them. The USA is therefore compelled to support Israel as she too is a "Western" country; thus the dilemma has become an "East-West" conflict.

Skielik is ons bo. ons staan op 'n klein torinkie en reg om ons val die wêreld net weg. Langs ons kan ons die ander Rockeriespieke sien en sover as wat die oog kan sien is daar net sneeubedekte berge. Ons sit met oophangende monde en staar. Dit was definitief die moeite werd!

The recent attack on Beirut began in June of this year when the PLO attempted to assassinate the Israeli ambassador to Britain. Israel declared her intention to drive the Palestine guerrillas out of artillery range of her border towns.

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Israeli forces invaded by land, sea and air, pushed aside UN peace-keeping troops, and captured the main Palestinian advance base in Southern Lebanon, which guerrillas had long used as a launch pad for rocket and artillery attacks on Israel. The Israeli army attacked along three main lines and when they crossed the Litani river it proved that they intended to strike more fiercely than in 1978, when they attacked but did not cross the river. They also bombed Hamana, site of Lebanese barracks and moved more motorised columns into Southern Lebanon. This brought their task force to over 120000 men. At this time the UNO called for a resolution to condemn Isr;o,,1 for her attack on Lebanon. However, bldel continued to move forward. Linking up with Lebanese Christian militia in the hills above Beirut they effectively cut off the nerve centre of the PLO from the outside world.

QUEST FOR SURVIVAL Since Israel declared independence on 14 May 1948 she has fought many major battles with the Arabs, but none so barbaric as the present "Battle of Beirut". It was the leader of the Palestine Liberation Organisation (PLO), Yasser Arafat, who, when he was asked to comment on the future of Beirut, declared - "We will make this the Stalingrad of the Arabs". But who actually has the right to claim Israel as theirs? The Arabs believe that all the land in Northern Africa is rightfully their territory, since they have lived there for over 2000 years. Israel is therefore situated in the middle of Arab territory. The PLO is a terrorist organisation dedicated to the removal of the Jewish State of Israel. The Jews were scattered throughout the world in 70AD after Jerusalem was reduced to ruins by the Romans. However, Palestine was the land

The United States sent them strongly worded protests, the UNO has condemned them, Syria

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has fought them tooth and nail and there have been angry rumblings from the USSR, but undeterred and uninfluenced, Israel has remained where she is, and will continue to do so until she is satisfied.

moet dankbaar wees dat jy so min verantwoordelikhede in die lewe het. Geniet die jeug," het hulle gesê. "Is ek dan regtig nog so jonk?" het ek myself gevra. "Nie as verantwoordelikhede iets met die saak te doen het nie," was die besliste antwoord wat ek gevind het. Nie as ek dink aan al die skoolwerk wat ek moet doen nie, of dat ek binnekort 'n motor gaan bestuur nie, of dat ek volgende jaar die stemreg gaan ontvang nie. "Het die haarkapper my probeer kul deur my vier rand te vra vir my haarsny of het hy regtig gedink ek is 'n volwassene en nie meer 'n skolier nie?" het die vraag deur my gedagtes geflits.

As the situation stands at the moment, Israel is in complete control. The PLO are being marched out of Beirut and all of Israel's dead and wounded have been returned. The Israelis are the victors - but what of tomorrow? It was truly a wise man who said - "Peace if it comes - will not come through the fear of war, but through the love for peace". Ridgard, Std 9

Nou die dag het my oupa vir die soveelste keer gevra, (die man word 'n bietjie kort van geheue), watter kursus ek op universiteit gaan neem. Ek het op my beurt vir die soveelste keer dieselfde antwoord gegee: "Ek het nog nie besluit nie". Ek het die saak altyd beskou as iets wat ek nog lank het om oor te besluit, sien. Maar toe ek so op my verjaarsdag gesit en dink het, het ek met 'n skok besef dat ek glad nie meer so lank het om te besluit nie. 'n Mens moet mos vooruit bespreek om universiteit toe te gaan, en volgende jaar is my laaste jaar op skool, het ek besef.

NOU WORD EK GROOT! My verjaarsdag is onlangs verby en ek het 'n jaar ouer geword. Dit klink eenvoudig; logies. Maar saam met die jaar wat verby is, het baie dinge verander. Dit het ek besef toe ek op dié einste dag ernstig aan die dink geraak het. Nuwe ondervindings is beleef en ek het nuwe idees oor baie aspekte van die lewe in dié jaar gevorm. Ek is verstandiger as 'n jaar gelede en ek het sekerlik wyser geword. Ek het ook meer verpligtinge om na te kom, en het my ouers nie altyd ouderdom direk vergelyk met die verantwoordelikhede wat ek moes dra nie? "Jy weet nie hoe gelukkig jy is nie," het hulle gesê." Jy

En toe my gedagtes eers op loop geraak het, was daar geen keer nie. Waarom het my tante onlangs opgemerk dat ek anders lyk, dat ek baie

gevaar. Hierdie skepe kan verder suid verbygaan en sodoende die gevaar voorkom.

gegroei het sedert haar troue toe sy my laas gesien het? Ek het gou 'n ou rugby-spanfoto teen die muur vir 'n antwoord geraadpleeg en besef dat ek wél verander het, dat ek meer volwasse gelyk het as op die foto.

Daar is nie net mense wat die see besoedel nie, maar ook dié wat heeltemal te veel uit die see neem. 'n Mens kan byvoorbeeld aan die treilers en kreefbote dink wat baie meer as hulle kwotas vang.

"Ja, ek is besig om 'n volwassene te word - en ek word nog soos 'n kind behandel. Ek gaan wegbreek," het ek besluit. "Ek wil onafhanklik wees, my eie besluite neem, vir 'n slag doen wat ék wil en nie wat ander dink ek behoort te doen nie."

As ons almal saamwerk om ons natuurlike omgewing te bewaar, kan ons nog die situasie red. 'n Mens kan net hoop dat dit nie te laat is nie ...

A He/mbo/d, Std 9

En toe dink ek 'n tweede keer, en ek redeneer so: "Ek word wél groot; miskien 'n bietjie té groot - vir my skoene."

WAGTER

Anoniem, Std 9

Wagter is 'n Duitse Skaaphond. Hy is die hond van mnr. en mev. Danieis. Hy is 'n goeie sterk hond en is baie lief vir kinders. Hy en sy baas is baie lief vir mekaar en die hond sal enigiets vir sy baas doen. Mnr. en mev. Daniels woon op 'n plaas in die Transvaal. Dikwels werk hulle altwee in die landerye naby die huis. Hulle laat die hond by die huis agterbly om die baba op te pas. Eendag, terwyl hulle daar werk, hoor hulle die hond blaf. Hulle kyk op en sien dat die huis aan die brand is. Shirley, hulle klein dogtertjie, is in haar bed vas aan die slaap. Hulle hardloop vinning na die brandende huis. Mnr. Daniels maak die deur oop, maar die hitte dryf hom terug. Die hitte is ondraaglik. Toe mnr. Daniels die hond sien, skree hy: "Wagter! Gaan haal haar, Wagter!"

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Die hond spring deur die vlamme. Hy kruip uitdagend rond tussen die brandende meubels. 'n Deel van die dak agter hom val in. Sy dapperheid dryf hom voort. Hy kom by die bedjie aan en sleep die baba na die verste venster toe. Mnr. Daniels kom na die venster en gryp die baba by die hond. Wagter se werk is voltooi. Nou moet hy vir homself sorg.

BESOEDELING EN BEWARING Dink 'n bietjie terug aan die laaste vakansie wat jy in die natuur deurgebring het. Het die plek net so skoon en pragtig gelyk toe jy huis toe gegaan het? Miskien kan jy 'n paar bier- en kosblikke wat hier en daar rondgelê het, onthou. Die meeste mense gee vandag net eenvoudig nie om dat hulle ons pragtige land besoedel nie. Hierdie groep mense is so selfsugtig, want hulle dink nie aan die volgende geslag mense wat ook ons pragtige land wil sien nie.

Hy spring vinning by die venster uit - sy hele lyf nou aan die brand. Hulle gooi water oor die hond, maar dit is te laat. Hy krul van die pyn. Sy oë soek om hulp. Dan gee hy 'n sug en blaas sy laaste asem uit.

Daar is wel 'n klein groepie mense, die bewaarders, wat ons natuurlike omgewing wil bewaar. Baie mense kry die idee van "mal bewaarders" as hulle aan bewaarders dink. Hulle besef nie hoe waardevol hierdie mense is nie, want dit is die moeite werd om die pragtige natuur in ons land te bewaar.

K D'A/ton, Std 8 DOUBLE STANDARDS Inside the house was laughter. Outside' a man entered through the bedroom window. In less than twenty minutes he was out again, clutching a heavy bag. He slipped into the night and ran to where his car was parked. It had gone. "Hell!" he muttered. "You can't trust anyone anymore.

Ons het een van die pragtigste kusstroke ter wêreld, maar daagliks word daar tonne riolering in ons see ingepomp. Die tenskskepe wat so naby aan ons kus verbygaan, veroorsaak 'n groot

B Andrew, Std 8

As they came to the gate, where two sentries were standing, to young Cliff's surprise the man drove the car right up to the gates. As he stopped the car a sentry came across to the driver's side where the man had rolled down his window. The young sentry bent over and saw the man sitting before him in the car. "Ah, good evening, Brigadier. Did you have a nice trip?" A Meeding, Std 8

THE LIFT

His father had driven him to a Ride Safe sign on the national road outside Cape Town. From here he would have to hitch a lift to Kimberley. His wait was short-lived for after a few minutes a blue BMW pulled up beside him. Cliff quickly straightened his uniform before opening the passenger door of the car. "Good morning. Can you give me a lift? I'm making for Kimberley."

DIE SPOOK VAN GROENVALLEI

"Now isn't that a coincidence?" said the middle aged man who was sitting in the driver's seat. "That's just where I'm going. Jump in."

Dit het hard greën op daardie Maandagaand. Dit was Kersfees en almal was by die Groenewalts se huis. Net Jan Oberholzer het by die huis gebly. Hy was 'n snaakse ou man met vuil, lang hare en puisies orals op sy gesig. Niemand het hom ooit na 'n partytjie toe genooi nie, want hy was altyd besig om snaakse eksperimente uit te voer.

"Thank you." For a long time after that Cliff and the man said nothing. Then suddenly he started asking Cliff questions. "By the way, how do you like doing army training?"

Hy het naby 'n moeras gebly en soms het mense gesê dat hy 'n ou monster is, met lang, grys arms en 'n groot mond met tande daarin, maar dit was net die ou huisvrouens wat so oor hom geskinder het. Daar was 'n baie ou legende dat daar 'n monster in Groenvallei was, maar niemand het hom ooit gesien nie. Na die Groenewalts se partytjie het mevrou Mooibeen huis toe gestap. Die weer was guur, dit het hard gereën en die wind was yskoud. Sy het met 'n ou paadjie deur die bosse gestap. Toe mnr. Groenewalt buitentoe gegaan het om tot siens te sê vir een van sy gaste, het hy 'n geskreeu gehoor. Hy het in die rigting van die bosse gehardloop en raai wie was daar? 'n Monster met vuil, lang hare en sand orals op sy gesig en lyf.

"I don't like it one bit. Being a rifleman isn't very much." "Why?" "Weil I just think that spending two years of your life doing army training is a waste of time. The things that you do in two years could be done in two months. I'd much rather spend the other twenty-two months sitting on the beach with my pals than doing every ruddy thing those officers order you to do. All they do all day is bloomin' give orders which we, as riflemen, must obey without question." "Why do you want to get out of the army so quickly?" "Mainly because I don't like it, and secondly because you hardly get any money. You do so much work each day. You nearly break your back doing work, and all you get for it is a hard bed and a few rand."

Die monster was meneer Oberholzer. Hy het 'n soort drank ontwikkel en dit gedrink. Die drank het hom in 'n monster verander. Die drank wat hy gedrink het, het hy Monster Lager genoem. Dit verander jou in 'n monster en vyf minute later is jy weer normaal. Snaakse man, hierdie Oberholzer. K Carateus, Std 6

"But are you not doing most of this work for your country?" "I couldn't care about all that; I just simply don't want to do it. I wish I could tell the officers exactly what I think of them and army training without being bust for it." "You never know, you might get the chance one day." As the car drew nearer to Kimberley Cliff said: "Would you just drop me in the main road of Kimberley, please?" "No, it's all right. I can drop you right at the gate of your camp." "Are you sure? It's no problem for me to walk." "No, I am going that way." "Okay, thanks."

Four generations al Wynberg' Mr N R 81ackbeard laughl Mr R P Connellan al Selborne College. Mr Conneflan, In turn, laughr Mr A} 8lackbeard, son of our headmasrer, al Wynberg. Mr A } 8/ackbeard is reaching Howard Connellan, son of Mr R P Conne/fan, al Wynberg rhis year.

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CULTURAL ACTIVITIES, CLUBS AND SOCIETIES THE BRASS BAND Musical Director: Norman Clarinet: P Kitlo AllO Sax: R Sissons Trumpet: A Versveld, I S Granier and A Main Tenor Horn: B Wilkinson Ephonium: T Glaum and Tuba: M T Schafer Percussion: B Heydenrych

However, the success of the Band must also be attributed to the talent of the players. Rehearsal time is extremely limited as the majority of the members have commitments in the Cadet Band as well. Trevor Glaum deserves special mention. Originally a trombonist, he learnt to play the Trumpet in the Cadet Band, and when the need arose in the Brass Band, offered to play Euphonium. ext year he will probably play Tuba. There are others in similar situations.

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1982 has seen the Brass Band fairly active with performances on Founders Day, at Prize giving, in Festival '82 and, whenever possible, playing accompaniment at morning assemblies. Some members have been even more active. Mark Schafer (Tuba); Brian Wilkinson (Trumpet) and Trevor Glaum (Trombone), formed part of the "Joseph" theatre orchestra, played with the Drakensberg Boys' Choir and took part in a Hymn Festival. MTS

Every year the Brass Band seems to play more often to more people, presenting a greater variety of musical items. This can largely be attributed to the Musical Director, Mr orman Edwards. His orchestrations and arrangements have resulted in the change from a "Founders Day only" Band to an entertainment ensemble, discarding the traditional Brass Band pieces for more demanding theatrical numbers thanks to Mr Edward's dedication and guidance that we have achieved such a high standard.

BRASS BAND P Sharpe, B Heydenrych, K Dickson, S Granier 2nd Row; A Mam, G Elder, A Versveld, A icklin, P KIItO, I Anderson Franc Row' B WiII.mson. Mr N Edwards (Musical Director), M T Scharer, Mr R Blackbeard (Headmaster) Absenl R SIssans Back Row

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BIBLE WEEK During the week commencing the 14th June, a programme entitled "Bible Week" was held at Wynberg Boys' High School. The aims were to encourage the reading of the Bible by explaining: i) its relevance to young people today ii) its authenticityand reliability as an historic document iii) its inspirational value.

Mr Norman

Scripture Union provided a team of speakers led by Mike Cameron which included Marcus SavilleDeane, Rachel Sadier, Christine Meiring and James Thomas. David Cook, the Minister of Christ Church Kenilworth, assisted the team. Special Scripture lessons were prepared for every class.These included film strips, discussions, tapes and music. In addition to these classes, voluntary lunch time meetings were held daily. Some of the highlights at these meetings were the drama presentations illustrating the Gospel, and the musical concert provided by guitarist/ singer Pete Carlson, a young man who has appeared widelyon overseas television broadcasts. These voluntary meetings were extremely well attended, sometimes drawing up to 200

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calligraphy and everything asociated with this art. Our club at Wynberg Boys' High School accepts the challenge, fully aware that this is no ordinary pen-ta-paper exercise, but rather one that has its roots in antiquity; and one, of course, that has stood the test of time.

boys. Every day began with devotions conducted at Assembly by a team member. There was a bookstall in the quad and a special display of Christian literature in the library. It became evident during the course of the Bible Week that many boys have questions regarding the Bible and the Christian Faith which they would like to have answered. It was gratifying to see how the boys made use of the opportunity to involve themselves in the discussions and to fire questions at the team members, who, incidentally, are to be complimented on the sensitive and yet enthusiastic way in which they broached the Scripture lessons.

lan Wilkinson, John Sharpe, Stephen Clapham and Gary Gold follow the course this year. They have been introduced to the Foundational Hand - Edward Johnston's script. This hand has been pretty well mastered by the pupils; they meet for a short time each week to compare notes, are given an exercise, and then, have their errors pointed out.

Evidently the Bible Week was successful in most respects and it is to be hoped that similar ventures will find their place in the School calendar in future years. J B

This is followed by an introduction to versa Is and illumination. The course refers to Roman plates as well as Kells and Lindisfarne. The copying of some of the work of the ancient masters presents a challenge that is generally well met.

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That this group is very select stands to reason; that the lads learn to appreciate handwork as opposed to the plastic-age productions gives a new insight in our 20th Century.

"Whence did the won'rous mystic art arise, Of painting speech, and speaking to the eyes? That we by tracing magic lines are taught, How to embody, and to colour thought?" The lines above summarise the entire world

The objective is to learn to insinuate oneself into the love which the ancients poured into their work, when a man's whole life might be spent in copying the Gospels or translating the same from Grek in such glowing colours, such magnificent workmanship that today, with all our modern methods, we are not able to make a precise copy of a capital from Kells.

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CHESS CLUB Most of our chess players are drawn from the school's junior classes, so we were naturally at a disadvantage when competing against schools with more experienced players. However, our teams should grow progressively stronger in the years ahead. In the second term the Southern Peninsula was divided into three regions: North, Central and South. Wynberg played in the Central region and came fourth out of a total of eight schools. In the third term the Southern Peninsula was divided into two leagues. Wynberg managed to make the super league, that is eighth position out of a total of nineteen schools. Our A and B teams were formed by Brett Mclaughlin (captain), Chris Whelan, Theo Wellens, Clint Small man, Kevin Robertson, Mark J Sharpe (Srd 9) SPONSORED

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The Inter-house Debates also took place in the second term and these proved to be extremely successful. The results were: Littlewood - 5th, Van Riebeeck - 4th, Rhodes - 3rd, Wellington 2nd and De Waal - 1st. The individual placings were: A Morris (W) third, D Ridgard (OW) second and J Dunwoody (OW) first. Also during this term a round of just-a-minute debates took place involving various staff members. These were extremely humorous and pradically the entire school attended these debates. In the third term the Inter-class debates were contested and it became apparent that we have several promising Junior Debators at Wynberg. However, the highlight of the term was the Inter-schools' Forum Discussion. Wynberg's team of J Hattingh (Chairman), A Morris, G Horne, J Dunwoody and D Ridgard were runners-up to Bergvliet in a round held at Wynberg. However, we too were asked to attend the Finals at Pinelands. In the finals we managed third place and Greg Horne was adjudged Best Speaker. FIRST CHESS TEAM Sack Row: T Wellens,

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The Debating calender has not been completed for we hope to hold at least two more external debates this term and several internal debates.

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I would like to thank the committee - Jonathan Dunwoody, Bryan Collings, Shaun Read and Karl von Bentheim for their hard work and support. Above all, I would like to thank Mr Crawford for his unfailing encouragement and enthusiasm for without his help it would have been a much harder 19821

Douglas, lan Lockhart, Aldred Coetzee, Glenn McMeeking and Steven Vale. The teams enjoyed their pradices and looked forward to the matches. As mentioned above, we are looking forward to improved chess next year.

DEBATING SOCIETY 1982 has been a successful year for the Society. The Debating year got off to a slow start as many boys were involved in "Joseph" in the first term. However, we did manage to hold our external Debate, and this was against Wynberg Girls' High. Our Standard 8 team debated the topic, UA Girls' school can achieve more than a Boys' school", while our Standard 9 team debated the topic, "Men are the leaders of the world ... ". Our Senior team were the vidors in their debate. In April the Cape Town Eisteddfod took place and Wynberg entered four senior boys. Jeremy Hattingh won a Merit Award for a Dramatic Extrad, Jonathan Dunwoody won a merit for Modern Poetry, Greg Horne won Honours for Modern Poet ry and Derek Ridgard won High Honours for Modern Poetry. Derek also won High Honours for a Prepared and Unprepared Speech. He also won the Alderman Bloomberg Award for Public Speaking and he was asked to perform at the Prize Winners' Concen.

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DRAMA "JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAr' for the orchestra from all over Cape Town, who, under his leadership, provided the excellent backing to the show. Forbes Smith once again stepped in to play a major pan in the training of the singers and he was a great help at rehearsals. We do appreciate all he does for our school. Pauline Lewis trained the Girls' School Choir and acted as rehearsal pianist. Trish Rogers and Joe Koekemoer were invaluable aids as choreographers of the show, and Gregg Horne was a great help behind the scenes. He was in charge of set design and construction, lighting design and general backstage administration. I cenainly appreciate all the time, interest and effort he devoted to "Joseph" and he was an invaluable assistant to me.

When I first announced that I intended directing "Joseph" as this year's major production, my decision was met with much scepticism, especially since no musical had been done at Wynberg for many years. I wanted to do a musIcal, not only because I am interested in this sphere of entertainment, but because I also realised after directing "The Festival '81" last year, that Wynberg did have the talent necessary for such a venture. Furthermore, the task was challenging as I had to maintain the high standard of production that had become the norm over the past few years. "Joseph" was obviously the correct choice. The pupils immediately identified with the trendy music and generalliveliness of the show. (It was originally written for a school production.) Auditions began early in the fourth term last year so that we could begin rehearsals on the first day of this year.

The costumes were made by Iris von Bentheim and Louise Atherstone, who spent many hours measuring, sewing, sticking on sequins and ironing and repairing costumes backstage between scenes. I would also like to thank Michael Abbott for his help in the lighting depanment, Sue Cohen and Paula Broomfjeld for the make-

I think the main reason for the success of the show was the expen advice and assistance I received from various friends and colleagues. orman Edwards managed to obtain members

up design, David Broomfield for his efficient stage-management, and all those members of the cast, the orchestra, and the backstage departments who helped make "Joseph" so enjoyable and such a success. Finally, I must thank Mrs B Joubert, Mrs V Main and Mr eil Crawford for the help with booking arrangements, and Mr Blackbeard and Miss Urie for all their interest and support.

given the opportunity to appear on SATV, where the "behind the scenes" filming was found to be exhausting, yet fascinating. There is so much more I could say about the show, but I shallieave it to the various newspaper critics who saw the show at its various venues to comment further on the production. Their comments are induded below. GP

The cast were all exceptionally talented. I think especially of Jeremy Hattingh, the arrator, who with his easy casual manner held the show together superbly. What a pity he isn't going to make show business his career! Greg Horne made a magnificent Pharoah while Anthony icklin and Robert Sissansdid weil alternating in the title role. Although I had my doubts about the group of brothers initially, especially after their first dancing lesson, I was thrilled to see them gain in confidence and really enjoy the singing and dancing. The choir from the Girls' School added a touch of glamour to the show, and the dancers were truly professional.

AMAZING JOSEPH! I must confess I was dragged kicking and screaming to the opening night of Wynberg Boys' High School's production of Joseph And His Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Memories of a seat numbed by angular, spartan chairs while dutifully watching a bunch of awkward children struggle through productions beyond their capabilities did not dispose me to look forward to what I was gloomily convinced would be another valiant mismatch. Having come to scoff, I remained to praise. It was quite simply a slick, most entertaining show, mounted with an expertise that would have done credit to many a so-called pro, played with a healthy dose of pizzazz.

The cast, I think, were all overwhelmed at being given the chance not only to appear in every local newspaper and perform in two of South Africa's premier theatres but also to have been

I never managed to see PACT's production during its many peregrinations to the Cape and, frankly, I'm glad. I would without doubt have lacked that disarming, ingenuous spontaneity and fresh-picked wholesomeness of this WBHS production. From the moment one entered the beautiful new hall, one realised this show, compared with others of is juvenile ilk, was a whole new ballgame. A dozen or so competent-looking musicians were chatting in a relaxed way - no frantic boning up on the score, no jitters. At this point it seems appropriate to pay tribute to the orchestra. Under the genially firm baton of orman Edwards, they kept the story moving at a bright pace, never dominating the young, untrained voices. The decor and costumes were a joy. Bright, inventive, bits and bobs whisked on and off the stage and the cast's bodies smoothly, never distracting or slowing proceedings. Which brings us to the cast. What a talented bunch of youngsters! At first, I was puzzled: how had the producer and choreographer broken through the selfconsciousness barrier? The answer, I think, lies in the show itself. It is bright and contemporary, filled with music to which the young folk could relate; it has about it the up-tempo, jazzy glitter

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of the Disco Age; the songs are tuneful and, above all, singable - well within the scope of any bathroom baritone or soprano.

ANOTHER COUP FOR SCHOOLS' (JOSEPH' The Wynberg Boys' and Girls' High Schools' production of Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat ha scored another coup - it opens in the ico Malan Theatre on July 6.

In taking this stance, I do not mean to detract in any way from the work of Gavin Povey, orman Edwards, Forbes Smith, Pauline Lewis, Trish Rogers and Joe Koekemoer. 'Joseph' was an ambitious undertaking, and they pulled it off brilliantly.

It will also be the first time a production that has been staged at the Baxter will be staged at the ico Malan.

In as much as there were stars, Jeremy Hattingh as the arrator, Anthony icklin in the title role and Greg Horne as Pharaoh all shone brightly, which is as it should be - the show is written that way. I regret not having seen Robert Sissans interpreting Joseph as well.

The success story of this production of "Joseph" is phenomenal for a school production. Gavin Povey's production of the Tim Rice/Andrew Lloyd-Webber musical was well-received and highly praised by critics when staged at Wynberg Boys' High School.

But everyone shone. The delightfully 'butch' bunch of brothers, the winsome young dancers, all the smaller parts and the unobtrusively excellent choir - each added to making the whole show a golden example of ensemble playing.

Baxter general manager John Sleman found himself with an open slot, and oHered the slot to Wynberg's "Joseph". The show ran in the Baxter Concert Hall for four sell-out performances last month. ow it has become the first production to be staged at Cape Town's two major theatre complexes. A coup indeed. Tony Jackman - "The Argus"

Hats off to you, WBHS - you brought oH a winnerl Don Hay-Whitton - "The Argus"

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SLICK, SPARKLING 'JOSEPH' IS MAGICAL ENTERTAINMENT Joseph And His Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat by Webber and Rice, presented by Wynberg High Schools'. With Jeremy Hattingh, Robert Sissons, Greg Horne, Antony Morris and a large cast. Directed by Gavin Povey. Musical director orman Edwards. At the Baxter concert hall.

The astonishingly-strong cast sported two outstanding individuals. Jeremy Hatting as the narrator, never for a second faltered. Blessed with a pleasing singing voice, an expressive face, a relaxed and easy stage manner, he could have been Richard Loring's double. Now Ihere's a real pro in the making.

A magical evening! That's the only way to describe the Wynberg High Schools' slick, wellcostumed, sparkling and humorous production of the Webber-Rice musical Joseph, being presented at the Baxter Concert Hall this week.

Greg Horne as Pharoah was a knock out. Outrageously clad in enough gold and glitter to delight Midas, he produced all the necessary swagger, gyrations and strutting for this super rol.e - plus a very convincing Elvis-type gravel vOICe.

This polished show would be a credit to any professional company, and the sheer joy and youthful freshness of the cast, made them irresistible.

He is also credited in the programme for the set d~ign, programme and poster design and being assIstant to the producer.

Transferring a big musical like Joseph to the confines of the curtainless Baxter Concert Hall, clearly required director Gavin Povey and his team to re-choreograph the action.

The role of Joseph shared by Anthony icklin and Robert Sissons, was taken by Robert on Wednesday, whose pleasant dark haired looks contrasted well with his 11 dominantly-blond siblings. But initially he was too impassive particularly when sold into slavery and in the

It says much for his stagecraft that he succeeded even within considerable space restrictions to maintain pleasing visual groupings throughout. And it was also an inspired touch to place half

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poignant Close Every Door to Me sung from his prison cell.

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Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd-Webber. Produced for Wynberg Boys' High School by Gavin Povey. With pupils of Wynberg Boys' and Girls' High Schools'. ( ico Malan Theatre)

However in the second half he was vocally more confident and animated and rose splendidly to the occasion in the great finale Any Dream Will Do.

It is a thought-provoking irony that a school's theatrical produdion has been the first to play in both of the city's major theatres, the Baxter and the ico Malan.

His brothers, also a little bit too dead pan for the thoroughly mean bunch they are meant to be, improved as the evening went on. Smaller roles well done were Antony Morris as the hobbling, beaming Jacob, Warren Marks as the pompous Potiphar; and andi Hilbert as his wife. She was particularly noticeable in all the dancing sequences where the seven girls revealed not only considerable modern danCing expertise, but radiated an "oomph" way above their school years.

And get standing ovations on openng night. And enjoy sell-out runs. It is also ironic that when the first run of the production, at WBHS itself, was imminent, the school asked us not to review it! But a parent, bless her, telephoned and urged us to see it. Her confidence wa well-founded. The rest is history. Well, almost. The present run ends on Saturday.

The girls' chorus was vocally assured, lovely to listen to and gave invaluable backing to the whole musical produdion, handled with aplomb by condudor orman Edwards.

But the irony doesn't end there. Further irony is that Plumstead High chool is also mounting a produdion of Joseph, also an extension from July 29 to 31. PHS also had full houses and standing ovations for lts produdion at the school last month. Hopefully PHS will draw turned-away patrons from this final WBHS run.

Povey's produdion IS full of jaunty flashes of humour - such as the MGM lion, the perky goat and the grand jalopy. It must be staged again at some future point. Schools are always trying to fund expansion programmes. With a hit on their hands like this, there is a ready-made source of income to launch the Joseph Memorial Drama Complex ... Fiona ChIsholm - "Cape Times"

A monstrous irony, though, is SABC-TV'S lastminute televising of the produdion. The corporation could have televised it In the first run at WBHS or, more importantly after its rave take-off

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at the Baxter. ow it has been left until this final run. The produdion will be over by the time it is telecast; on Video 2, I believe. I wonder if PHS will get a look-in to boost their production - in advance.

The youthful performers are mostly pleasing. The produdion doesn't reach really sparkling zeniths, nor does it plunge to a nadir. It just bubbles along nicely at a constant level of performance.

The WBHS productiQn is a joyous effort. Like the Alan Parker film. Fame, it is a celebration of youth. This particular musical with its Biblical base easily adapts to youthful exuberance. Tim Rice and Andrew-lloyd Webber subtly helping out in the wonky bits. Them and the superbly effective orchestra conducted by orman Edwards.

It might not be desirable to single out specific performers in a school produdion but the leads do deserve mention. Jeremy Hatting is a generally pleasing arrator. He has just the right personable touch. His singing is a little nasal at times, and it is important for him to remember he opens the show and should have a big voice ready and not build it with his opening.

Joseph, of course, is the tale of the favoured son whose father gave him that amazing Technicolor dreamcoat and whose jealous brothers sold him into slavery and made their old dad sad. Diligent Joseph, after falling foul of his cuckolded benefador. Potiphar, was slung into prison, However, his ability to interpret dreams got him out - and into the service of Pharaoh under whose patronage he became powerful. one day getting the opportunity to punish his brothers and compassionately forgive them,

Anthony icklin, as Joseph, is appealingly youthful and has quite a voice. However, it is Cregg Horne, as Pharaoh, who is most impressive. He has a discernible presence, looks good, and sings well. All this aside from the fact that his big number is written to be something of a show-stopper. In fact, his entrance would be just a little more eledric if the swinground of his mummy and his emergence were done with a little more alacrity.

audience. The performance appealed to the young of all ages, but especially to present teenagers, as it was contemporary, 'their thing', the medium of jazz, rock, the calypso and the Disco. There was an instant empathy between the authors, the producers, the cast and the audience - a flying-start in the realm of entertainment. All this, having been said, it must nevertheless be realised that the general devastatingly joyous effect could not have been achieved without careful, painstaking, arduou , expert technical know-how.

ThHorne, who, I'm told, is destined for drama school (it figures), also designed the attractive though largely derivative set. The WBGH dancers also deserve praise as befits a school offering its pupils ballet. Producer Gavin Povey must be congratulated for the general smoothness of the proceedings, and Forbes Smith and Pauline Lewis for coaching the choir. This production is not only a superb vehicle for inculcating a love of theatre at scholastic level but, going by its success, it has probably also brought a whole new audience to the theatre. Let's hope they stay. Derek Wilson - "The Argus"

A show stands or falls by the merits or demerits of its producer. In thiS "Joseph" the unfailingly sensitive and expert touch of Gavin Povey pervaded the entire production. Seemingly simple, both in music and action, it is far from easy to achieve the effect of bubbling spontaneity on the stage. This does not ju t happen. And in this respect Gavin's co-producers more than deserve their need of credit. Without orman Edward's relaxed but highly skilled control of the orchestra (the players in which cannot be overpraised) the production could not have succeeded as effectively as it did. Simple and tuneful though the songs and music were, the tempo

Finally, some comments from Eric Tasker who has written critiques for so many Wynberg Boys' High School stage productions: Gavin Povey and all those associated with him are to be congratulated on an outstanding success. The entire cast succeeded in exuding a vital, spontaneous enthusiasm that became infectious, totally capturing a willing and fascinated

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Greg Horne was magnificent as Pharaoh; he certainly has stage presence and deserved the tumultuous applause he received each night. Antony Morris played the ailing Jacob with just that touch of lightness and humour required in musical comedy, while Warren Marks gained deserved laughs as Potiphar, the Egyptian tycoon. Sandi Hilbert, both as Potiphar's wife and as a member of the dancing troupe, glided through the evening with a graceful vivacity and sparkle. She has exceptional talent.

and beat were deftly handled by orman in such a way that their effervescent best was brought out of the young singers and dancers. The work of Forbes Smith and Pauline Lewis markedly bore fruit in the excellence of the chorus work. The choreography of Trish Rogers and Joe Koekemoer was imaginative, and the dancers performed with an entrancing, delicious, unselfconscious verve which even professionals with all their experience struggle to attain. Greg Horne and Michael Abbott are to be congratulated on their Set Design; the decor was completely in tune with the conception and spirit of this musical and provided the exact setting needed.

The Brothers, individually and en masse, were very good indeed, squeezing the last milligram of fun out of their respective parts. The Ishmaelites and Tailors earned the laughs endemic in their parts. Sandra O'Connor was a most attentive wife to the aged Jacob. In the jail scene Janene Loxton's rendering of the haunting melody, "Could we start again, please?" was most effective.

Of the performers, all of whom attained a particularly high standard, Jeremy Hattingh was of surpassing excellence. This musical hinges on two characters, the arrator and Joseph, but important as the latter role is, the arrator has the responsibility of co-ordinating and synthesising the entire play. He had the professional touch without the professional experience; a rare quality indeed.

The Dancers made an essential contribution to the explosive enjoyment of the evening; their dance sequences were both lithe and alluring with a sophistication well in advance of their years. The Girls' Chorus provided a backing and a background of melody and song which skilfully interwove with the action.

Joseph, the name part, was taken by two performers of individual merit, Anthony icklin and Robert Sissons. Anthony supplied the naive freshness of the character; his voice was tuneful and his diction clear. Robert was the better actor, but his voice was not the equal of Anthony's. Both these young players were most successful, each in his own way, in their portrayal of Joseph.

It is an inviduous task to comment on the of those behind the scenes; their work essential to the success of those on the Our very w?rm thanks is extended to all of

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PLAY FESTIVAL

This year it was decided to hold the play festival during school hours so that more pupils would have the chance of seeing the plays, and hence create a greater awareness of the amount of work that is put into their production by certain senior pupils. The plays this year were, on the whole, disappointing and except for the De Waal and littlewood entries, tended to be underrehearsed and lacking in variety. It seems far too many producers did last minute "rush jobs".

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FESTIVAL '82 This year's show was a far more extravagant undertaking than last year's show, and also contained a much larger cast, especially from the Girls' School. The show was, once more, extremely successful and played to packed houses on three nights of the last term.

Burn-Up produced by Derek Ridgard of De Waal, was the eventual winner of the Festival. It was excellently staged and certainly deserved all the awards and praise it received. The welldrilled cast, effective lighting and costumes and use of props, and general atmosphere indicated that the producer had certainly "done his homework" in creating a show which had the necessary pace and tension. Good performances were given by Peter van der Riet and John Mills.

It was decided to include numbers from some of Broadway's more recent musical hits amongst the usual contemporary music and comedy items. Short sequences from "Cats", "Evita", "Annie", "They're Playing Our Song" and "Chorus line" were presented. One of the highlights of the show was surely the sequence from "The Rocky Horror Picture Show", featuring Greg Horne, Craig Simons and the dancers. This item was choreographed by Michelle Reid. Another highlight was the visually stunning "The Wars of the World" dance sequence choreographed by Trish Rogers, who also choreographed spectacular opening and closing numbers which featured twenty dancers from the Girls' school.

littlewood's production, The Ants, ran a very close second to the De Waal entry. The play, produced by Warren Marks, was also well-staged and deservedly won the award for the best set. Although it is a difficult play, it succeeded in obtaining the desired interpretation. Sensitive performances were given by Stephen Armstrong, who won the Best Actor Award, lan Anderson, JosĂŠ da Fonseca and Gregory Stevens. Van Riebeeck chose a very difficult play, Zoo Story, and although Paul Lamont and van Zyl tried hard, the performance became static and the pace too slow for it to maintain interest of the restless audience. The play produced by Michael Austin.

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School for Witches, the Rhodes entry, was produced by Gary Rowan, and consisted of a predominantly young cast. An amusing performance was given by Wayne Gordon as the old witch. The final play, Dog ACCIdent, Greg Horne of Wellington. really succeed and the actors their lines. Jock Adamo won his performance.

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weil. Janene Loxton, the star of last year's festival, was once again very well received, as were the other singers who included Camilla du Preez, Michelle Croome, Linda Cockinis, Carol and Jane Sage, Jeremy Hattingh, Greg Horne, Anthony icklin, Margaret Gribble, Birgit Helft, Claire Hoyle, Caroline Jones and Jane van der Riet.

The band, under Barry Heydenrych's leadership and consisting of Robert and Richard Sissons, John Rainbird and Russel de Villiers, once again maintained a highly professional standard. Their rendition of "Spaceoddity" was in particular, greatly acclaimed. We shall miss these Festival stalwarts next year. Andrew Feinstein made a welcome return to host the show. This he did in his usual relaxed, competent manner. The hostess this year was Catherine Thompson, who managed extremely

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The comedy items were also most enjoyable, especially the hilarious pas de deux performed by Dirk Muir and Michael Herbig. Follies from Littlewood House presented a vibrant Can-Can, while Barbara Greeff, Heshem Motan and Dimitri Vervitsiotis, as Turkish Belly-Dancers were most amusing. Vicky Morris and Chantal Bosman as the Adoring Sisters also added to the humour in the show. We were once again extremely lucky to obtain the best of Wynberg Girls' High dancers, who in the numerous dance sequences amazed the audience with their dance-ability. Joyce Atherstone, Patricia Cox, Lisa Doyle, Lyndsay Herbert, Sandi Hilbert, Andrea Hurworth, Sandi O'Connor, Lourenzo Pereira, Theresa Smuts and Dominique Watkins are to be congratulated for presenting items of such high standard. Joyce Atherstone and Lisa Doyle's version of Mungojerry and Rumpleteaser from "Cats" was also most enjoyable.

and J~nene LOXlon

The sets and lighting were designed by Greg Horne and were most effedive in all cases. This talented pupil will surely be missed in next year's dramatic presentations. He was assisted by Michael Abbott and Marcus Perry. I wish to thank Trish Rogers and Michelle Reid for the choreography of the girls' items, Gail Mulder for the choreography of the Can-Can, and Louise Atherstone for designing and making all the constumes. Also to all those who assisted backstage, or who helped in any way toward making the show the success it was, I am extremely grateful. GP

GEOGRAPHICAL

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Masters: Messrs Hewett, Povey and Morris. Chairman: Lewis. Committee Members: M Gray, J Rainbird PEckles.

TRANSKEI TRIP Under the auspices of the Geographical Society and with the aid and support of Messrs Greenwood, Falk and E Pretorius a most enjoyable trip to the Transkei Wild Coast was undertaken during the mid-year holidays. Ports of call were Jeffrey's Bay, East London, Port St Johns, Coffee Bay and the Dwesa ature Reserve in

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The Geographical Society has been very successful this past year, thanks to good work by most of its members. Many meetings were held during the year. David Eckles again started the year off with an excellent talk on Underground Caving. To complement this he gave an excellent slide show. Mike Gray has done a remarkable job in organising films every week. A large variety of good films was seen, ranging from geographical cartoons to silent movies. During the June-July holidays, Mr Hewett took a group of boys up the Wild Coast. This trip was a great success and was enjoyed by all who went along. During the third term the society held few meetings. This was due to the fad that its committee members were concentrating on their coming exams. We the -

plan to have a number of meetings before end of this year. Still to be arranged are: a trip to the Koeberg Power Station a talk and slide show on the Etosha Pan a talk on field mapping and compass bearing a trip to the Trig Survey office.

The year has been a full one and I would like to thank all those who helped in making the society a great success. I would also like to wish the committee for next year the best of luck in keeping the society one of the best in the school. Our thanks go to all those boys in the school who attended our meetings. L

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society from continuing. We obtained films from the Provincial Libraries. The "German Holocaust", the "Vietnamese War", "Stalin, the dictator" and "South Africa's role in the first World War" were films of good quality and were particularly informative. The society sent out drculars to schools in our region (Norman Henshilwood, SACS, Rondebosch, Bergvliet, Zwaanswyk, Voortrekker, Sans Souci and Herschel) in an attempt to obtain better co-operation between the schools and to organise "mass meetings". We received responses from two schools. Three of our boys, John Gribble, Shaun Read and Bryan Collings attended an inter-school history quiz at Pinelands High School. It was great fun and we plan to do the same thing towards the end of this year. The society has also planned to show some more history films held over a four day period. We have also invited one or two more guest speakers who will speak to us during evening meetings. Mr Vic Pearce will speak on his experiences during the first World War.

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what was a combined and relaxing holiday.

camping,

hiking, surfing

From a geographical point of view the trip was very rich indeed - the Wild Coast must be a nature lover's dream. Many keen photographers from among our ranks took the opportunity to take some very good slides and photographs and Barry Greenwood captured some stirring sights and adion shots on his dne-camera. Who can forget the Blowhole, Execution Rock, dolphins surfing in clear waves, Hole-in-the-Wall, rolling Transkei hills and tyre blowouts on Transkei roads? This is a part of Southern worth visiting.

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The highlight of the Historical Society's year is the bi-annual overseas tour. During the 1981/1982 December holiday a group of about twenty-five boys and the same number of girls, from the girls' school, visited Spain, Italy, Holland, Austria, England and France. They were accompanied by Mr Baxter, Mr Povey, Mr Hewitt and Mrs Hewitt and Mrs de Wet from the girls' school. At the end of this year Mr Wessels and Mr Koekemoer are taking another tour overseas and I am sure it will be as interesting and beneficial.

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Master-in-charge: Mr P Wessels Chairman: Bryan Collings Committee: J Dunwoody, M Abbott, B Baker.

Finally, I would like to thank Mr Wessels for his help, guidance and encouragement throughout the year, the committee and all those pupils who supported the society. I hope it will continue to receive as much support in the future.

S Read and

When the committee was formed, at the beginning of the second term, we planned to hold evening meetings with guest speakers. Owing to a very full school calendar in the second term this was unfortunately not possible, although Mr A Fischgund from the Zionist Organisation was able to speak to us during a long break on the German Holocaust. Also, in the first term, about fifteen boys visited Parliament to hear Mr Schoeman's Transport Budget.

INTERACT CLUB This year has been a fairly adive one for the Club, with the emphasis being the Cape Town to Johannesburg Cycle Marathon for the South African ational Tuberculosis Association. At the close of last year large numbers of Interaders and ex-Interaders played an integral role in the running of the Rotors Club of

However, we did not hold out the absence of guest speakers as an excuse to prevent the SPO

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Wynberg's annual Christmas parties, which are held over a period of 22 days at Silverhurst Farm in Constantia. A great time was had by all and the funds allocated to our club from Christmas parties served to provide the basis for financing the cycle marathon.

addition to this over R1000 was raised for SA TA. The members of the club have since become more involved with SANTA and are assisting with the annual street colledion as well as making up of Christmas hampers for the families of tuberculosis sufferers.

The new year brought with it a change in committee with Stephen Speck taking over as President. The first projed was Community Carnival. This involved not only the manning of stalls at the Rotary Showboat, but also help given during the weeks prior to the event. Many Inleraders also assisted the Rotors Club of Wynberg with their Ghost Train, both in its operation and preparation.

More smaller projeds are still in the pipeline and next year Wynberg Interad Club will endeavour to continue with its proud tradition of service to the community. SS and DM

MOUNTAIN

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Tempting the gods, we planned a trip to the Cedarberg in July of this year and our gamble paid off. Except for a single thunder storm on the third night, when we were safely inside Boointjieskloof hut, we enjoyed splendid weather in this mountain range.

The annual Interad Conference was held at Wynberg Girls' High School and was well attended by Wynberg Interaders. A most informative and pleasant two days were had by all the delegates and icola Oenlé from Wynberg Girls was eleded as the Distrid 935 Distrid Representative. The program was wide-ranging and provided the opportunity for the Interaders from the 9 Peninsula clubs to meet and exchange views and get to know each other. Representatives from Johannesburg and Kimberley were also in attendance, as well as several Rotary Exchange students.

This trip was the second of 1982 and the third will take place in September. This will be the longest hike yet and eighteen boys will spend six days within the boundaries of the Mountains of Cedarwood. In addition we have a 5 day excursion planned for December this year when we will travelto the Ruêns to hike the Swellendam Trail.

The main project for the year was indeed a mammoth one - this was the 9-day, 1400 km Cycle Marathon to Johannesburg. A total of 11 Interaders took part, including two Interaders from Wynberg Girls' High School ( icola Oettlé and Jeanette Flint). They were accompanied by Mr Danny Meyer and David Mc amara, a member of Wynberg Rotors.

Besides our external hiking, which has been fairly adive this year, the Mountain Club has not hiked much locallyand thus Junior members have not had as much time to settle down and become accustomed to the numerous climbs and walks on Table Mountain. We 'crawled' through the Boomslang caves in April, and this proved very popular with the boys. We also climbed Lions Head one memorable Friday evening and viewed the Sunset from 650m. This also proved extremely enjoyable.

The cyclists showed great determination and arrived in Johannesburg on schedule. The reception along the way was really overwhelming and in Vidoria West the cyclists were accompanied into town by a convoy of about 20 cars. In Kimberley the team stayed with local Interaders and were able to get to know them a bit better. This was also the case in Johannesburg, where the team were hosted and shown around by the members of locallnterad Clubs.

In the early months of winter we spent a night in the MCSA hut on Table Mountain and on the following day we climbed Grootkop. We also became involved in a campaign to remove alien vegetation from the mountain, and pulled up 448 and 1001 trees on the two pine pulls. I would like to thank Mr Morris for his enthusiasm and support during 1982 and I wish the club well for 1983.

The marathon generated a large amount of publicity for SA TA's ational Tuberculosis Year, including numerous newspaper articles, television coverage and extensive radio coverage. In

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CEDARBERG: SEPTEMBER '82 Both buses travelled to Pakhuis Passwhere the journey proper was to begin. After 12 km of hiking in the blistering heat on a jeep track without much water many of the hikers arrived at Heuningvlei feeling as merry as a funeral bell. The next day was spent scaling a mountain named "Krakadouw", which is 1 700 m above sea level. As this is not an easy climb, many "breathers" were taken going up as well as coming down. That night was extremely warm and a number of us slept under the stars.

On (he summll of Krakadouw

arrived there at supper time September.

With a hike of 8 km ahead of us, we started early the next morning. Once again the weather was perfect, too hot perhaps, but a refreshing swim at Boointjieskloof was most appreciated at the end of the day. The hardest section of our trip lay before us. Yet again we were caught in the heat of the day with little water and Crystal Pool proved to be a very welcome sight when we

During our tramp the next day, we passed a group of Voortrekkers (no ox-wagons - the modern variety) going in the opposite direction. That evening, in the eerie darkness, ghost stories and tales of horror were related which terrified some of our younger mates. On our journey down into Algeria we passed a very tempting waterfall, but, as this provided the forest station with its drinking water, we were forbidden to immerse our hot and dirty bodies into it.

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After a very enjoyable and comparatively trou blefree journey, which, we hope was enjoyed by all, we prepared to re-enter civilazation ...

We should like to thank Mr Morris and Mr Falck for their time and interest. Without them this trip could not have taken place. Our thanks are also due to Mr and Mrs Ridgard who ferried the buses from Pakhuis Passto Algeria to await our return from the mountains of cedarwood. OF and 0 R

MUSIC CLUB The Music Club was formed last year but only got off the ground at the beginning of this year. Demonstrations are given in the hall at breaks and the attendance has been very good. Barry Heydenrych set the bali rolling with a demonstration of different styles and techniques for the electric guitar. The next performance was by the Sissons brothers, Rob and Richard, who played some popular songs and spoke about their instruments.

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After 3 days in Madrid we were off to Rome, and here we visited well-known tourist traps such as the ruins of the Collosseum and the Forum (for which we had to pay, much to the general disgust of the tour party-moan). These were most impressive for the sheer aura of antiquity that they exuded. But what was even more Impressive, was the sheer size of St Peter's Cathedral in the atican. When inside this colossal bUilding we lost all sense of size, because of the enormous, unfamiliar proportions that were involved. "'ear the end of our stay in Rome we visited the ruins of Pompeii and caught a glimpse of Sorrento and rather the dirty Mediterranean.

RusseIl de Villiers gave a talk on the excellent heavy metal group, "Judas Priest". He brought his music system to school and played some of the group's better numbers. RusselIlater gave a demonstration on his drum kit. He gave example of many different beats and ended off with a drum solo. The most popular event so far has been a performance by a group of five pupils. The band consisted of two drummers, RusseIl de Villiers and John Ramblrd, Richard Sissons on Saxaphone, Rob issons on rhythm guitar and vocals and Barry Heydenrych on lead guitar. The band played numbers such as "Locomotive Breath" and "Hotel California" as well as "Jamming" a bit. ("Jamming" is playing spontaneously.) At time of wrinng future plans include demonstrations by the younger members of the school as well as more group performances.

OVERSEAS TOUR 1981-1982 This time round the tour leaders, Mr Baxter, Mr Povey, Mr and Mrs Hewett and Mrs de Wet from the girls' school had the unenviable task of controlling some 50 scholars and e -matrics from the two schools. Our flight via Iberian Airways to Madrid left Jan Smuts airport at 7 pm on the 12th of December 1981.

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ext port of call was the beautiful cit of Florence. ot a single skyscraper was to be een in this quaint town, with its sea of tiled mudbrown rooftops. Here we popped in at the l;ffizi Gallery and caught a glimpse of the statue of David in the Academica. Florence was not without its nightlife and the whole crowd invaded the local discotheque, complete with laser light how, video displays and piranha fish tank bar. On the wa back to Pisa Airport we stopp d by at the Leaning Tower (and couldn't help noticing the millions upon millions of little towers that lined the entrance of the multitude of street hops!).

We arrived at Madrid airport the following morning at 7 am after 12 hours of relatively uneventful flying aboard the DC10. On driving into the city centre most of us were truck by the general starkness of the area and we were informed that these somber tones were characteristic of the Mediterranean countries. In contrast to their surroundings, however, were the people of Madrid. The city i alive, even at 11 pm on Sunday night!

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We then spent 18 hours waiting in Pisa for a flight to Munich, because the latter had been "snowed-in". When we finally got there, there was general pandemonium for most of us were experiencing snow for the first time. We were then taken by our regular form of transport luxury bus, to the little Austrian town of Wattens The utter beauty of the area astounded us as we readied ourselves for the white slopes. Four glorious days of skiing were had by all and we were sad to say farewell to this lovely country, where our hosts had made us feel so at home.

For the first time in High School a Y formed. This meant things photographic inspected and new

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the history of Wynberg Boys' P Photographic Group was that for 60 minutes per week could be discussed, prints ideas shared.

It was possible to discuss lens aberations, camera types, shutters, film types, composition, pitfalls and technique.

The absence of snow in Amsterdam was a bit of a let-down after the pure whiteness of Austria, but nevertheless we enjoyed the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh museum, as well as the house of Anne Frank. A boat trip on the canals was regrettably impossible because they were all iced up; however the lively night-life compensated for this. Paris was somewhat warmer, and in this city full of strange wonders we visited the world-famous Louvre, as well as making our aquaintance with the efficient Metro, or underground railway. During our 5-day stay we toured the palace of Versailles, Sacre-Coeur, Montmartre (a famous artists' area) and otre Dame. On Old Year's ight the entire party were treated to dinner and then proceeded to waltz 'en masse' down the Champs de Elysees, much to the surprise of the locals. London is the perfect place to end off a tour. Here those of us two had previously been spendthrift "splashed out" at the multitude of shops in Oxford street, Petticoat Lane and Carnaby street. During the 10 day stop-over we did not forget the historical aspect of London however, and we patronized the Tower of London, (home of the breathtaking crown jewels), Greenwich Village (via the Thames) and Westminster Abbey. A most popular attraction was Madam Tussauds' waxworks while the popular musical "Cats" was surely a highlight.

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Sld 9)

Towards the laller half of the year some of the members showed slides of places to which they had travelled. During the screening of these remarks were passed concerning improving slides as far as angle and composition are concerned.

One morning we awoke to the sight of snow on the streets of London little knowing that we were caught in one of the city's worst winters in recent times. Nevertheless, it was a strangely pleasant feeling for us (not the Londoners, though, who were most displeased with the weather). On the 12th January we returned home, all experiencing the pleasant depression that results from having to end an unforgettable tour. Once again, our thanks to those who made the tour become reality.

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(C JohnSIOn, Sld 9)

"Shapes" (8 Dame/s, Srd 9)

On the darkroom side of photography there was always the money angle to be considered. Special sessions were held to acquaint new members with developing and printing. One criticism needs to be made. Once a week is far too frequent for such club meetings. There is no time to digest and the meetings become somewhat of an endurance rather than a cultural uplift. I would suggest that once per month is ample for any club to function well. In this way the boys have time to bring back their photographs to show to one another. I am afraid there are too many people who think that good photography consists of the number of gadgets one possesses. Indeed it is sad to see some

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members with a battery of weaponry, but rarely a picture. Full marks to Craig Johnston who iniated so many new members this year and who, in general, is a very good club member. TO'R

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trying to make money out of this to finance his st.udies), the present attempt involves an entirely d~f(ere~t ~etho? pr~posed by Paul. Also racking his brains IS ell Wiltshire, who has for several months been trying, without much success to find formulations which will turn desert sa~ds into productive soil. If at first you don't succeed, then ... "Joseph" swiped the entire active core of the eledronics club in Jeremy Hattingh, Grant Ward and Michael Abbott, both for on and backstage purposes! Hebot ("Herbert" as RB calls him), the club eledronic robot, thus lies in a display cabinet waiting for someone to donate another two or three hundred rands to develop its remaining modules ... However, the above are involved, along with Tony Donno, Karl Robertshawand Patrick Maile in the construction of the 2 metres x 0,5 metre eledronic scoreboard, now nearing completion.

SCIENCE CLUB Although the club may be termed large for one of this nature (me~bership being around 50), the number of adlve members is very small. However, there has been an increase in interest s~own by junior members - always a healthy Sign.

The Biology Club "wing" of the club has had an uphill battle to keep itself afloat in terms of members, particularly adive ones, where the loss of John Rainbird (a keen ornithologist!) will severely hole the boat. Sadly, the club bids farewell to other old stalwarts in Jeremy, Grant and Paul, who have contributed immensely since joining in Std 6. Paul, in particular, has virtually nursed the other active members with their projeds all year. He has also painstakingly coerced others into participating in leduredemonstrations while still finding time to condud his own sophisticated experiments. His most recent success has been the fermentation of paper and wood 10 produce fuel alcohol. The grin on "Coollie's" face when the first bubbles of gas came of( after a few months was a sight to behold! We wish Tony Donno success in following Paul's big footsteps as chairman next year.

Most of the adivities have centred around smallgroup projects, with the boys spending most of their breaks on these, as well as the odd hour after school. The science club has been an adive participant in the Chamber of Mines "phoenix Projects" since their inception in 1974. Two of these projeds are in prog re s at present, these being the recovery of silver from X-ray plates by Paul Coulthard, Michael Gadd and Michael Hattingh, and the production of alum (potassium aluminium sulphate) from oordhoek, kaolin by our youngest members, Michael Morris and Jimmy de Kock. Although the silver project has been done before (one of the original participants is now

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STUDENTS' CHRISTIAN UNION Chairman: Ged Steeie CommiClee members: C Johnson, A Heimboid, L Steele, BDaniels and M Delmar. Masrer-in-charge: Mr J Blacklaws Masrers involved: Messrs 0 Meyer, J Mathew, B Greenwood, 0 Bromberger and P Wessels. 1982 has been a year full of new ideas and outof-the-ordinary events. We have seen steady progress, the climax being "Bible Week", to

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This year, for the second year running. we did not have a camp with the Girls' School. but held our own camp at Sain's Kloof. This camp was also attended by Mr and Mrs Blacklaws and Mr and Mrs Greenwood. The camp guest speaker was Doug Johnson. We look forward to camps as successful as this one in the near future.

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As in previous years, the Students' Christian Union took part in the annual"Big Dipper" and our swimmers are to be congratulated on an outstanding effort. Wynberg Boys' High School still holds the record for this event.

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Our meetings have taken the form of a Bible study and prayer meeting each fortnight of the term. The main meetings have been very successful. the panel discussion and the films being the most popular.

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As I have already mentioned. the "Bible Week" formed the climax of our year's events. This was a huge success and our sincere thanks go to the Scripture Union team for all their hard work. Lastly, my sincere thanks to Mr and Mrs Blacklaws. members of the staff and the committee for their interest, dedication and invaluable work in the Students' Christian Union this year. I wish Craig Johnson and his new committee weil in 1983.

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THE TEN CLUB Ten Club meetings are always lively and enjoyable and those held during 1982 were no exception.

tion Systems of the United Germany", and comparisons our own national systems.

Under discussion this year was, amongst others, the traumatic phenomena of "Abortion" and "Child Abuse", with subject maner compiled by Jonathan Dunwoody and Mark Schilfer respectively.

Other topics discussed included one on "Capitalism" by Michael Abbott, in which the power of the cartels was hotly disputed by a". Even the old favourite "Religion" was brought up by Michael Kassei, and a "Faith Versus Reason" argument ensued.

Derek Ridgard delivered an excellent account of the "Lebanese Crisis" and the validity of terrorist organisations was discussed at length.

Remaining items on the agenda this year include the appearance of our Guest Speaker, John con, a journalist for the "Cape Times", as we" as the annual Ten Club dinner to be held during the fourth term.

Brian Collings revealed some disturbing facts In his address on "The Plight of Dolphins and Whales", which are fast approaching extinction, and the club discussed the possible solutions to this critical situation. (We hope, for the sake of the Japanese peasant fisherman that Brian never visits Japanese shores!)

A" In all, 1982's Ten Club has been a great success, and I feel certain that a" the members enjoyed, and gained from the meetings.

Jonathan Bing gave an enlightening lecture on "Epilepsy" and how it affects the life of the individual. Many misconceptions were effectively eradicated. Anthony

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layout and designed the cover for us. Thank you all for helping 10 put out a magazine worthy of Wynberg.

THE WYNBERG.AN Master-in-charge: Mr P E Decker Editor: Derek Ridgard Committee: Bryan Collings, Jonathan Dunwoody, Craig Simons, Shaun Read, Paul Bester, eil Wiltshire and Karl von Bentheim.

CADET DETACHMENT 36 This year 300 boys were given cadet training on Friday afternoon. We managed to expand our usual progr.amme and included map reading, a demonstration of the R1 and AK 47 rifles and a film for the senior cadets on national service.

The Wynbergian, our school newspaper, was started in 1979 and since then it has been improved upon by every editor. Owing to the generosity of certain companies in Cape Town, who sponsored us during 1982, we were able to produce a magazine of high quality.

A lot of emphasis was put on marching because the Founders' Day parade is indeed difficult. Fortunately, the boys gave a good account of themselves on this historic occasion. 2/Lt A J Blackbeard and e.o. S V Polden took charge of the training for the parade.

Our second edition, which was published in June, became the first copy ever to be completely sold-out and this was greatly encouraging for the Standard 9 committee. We featured many articles this year and these varied in theme from famous Quotations to the Lebanese conflict. We were lucky that so much happened at school this year, and therefore we always had a surplus of material.

We also entered a Junior Platoon in the regional competition. The platoon ended fourth and WO II Craig Simons obtained third place in the drill instructors section. As a result of our platoon's participation, Wynberg Boys' High School could walk away with the Sanlam Cadet Trophy once again.

I would like to thank the committee for the high standard of work they produced during 1982, for their numerous original ideas and for their support. I would also like to thank Mr Decker for his help and enthusiasm, and especially Mr O'Reilly for his help. In his own time, he developed all photographs which appeared in Volume IV, prepared the entire photographic

I should like to thank WO I Brett Baker for the way in which he led his N.e.O.'s and a special word of thanks goes to 2/L! Blackbeard and e.o. Polden for all their help and support. Lt C H Merts -

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A-Class Band; Best Drum Major; Best ide Drummers; Best Trumpeters; Best Buglers; Best Ba s and Tenor Drummers.

Musical Director. Mr Edwards Band Ma:.ter: lt E Pretorius Drum Major. B Wilkinson

At the annual Western Province Competition held at Goodwood we agam excelled. The end of the day saw us the winners of the following awards: Best A-Class Band; Best Musical Rendition; Best Drum Major (B Wilkinson); Best Side Drummer (P harpe); Best Trumpeter (G Horne); Best Tenor Drummers (P Kruger and B Thomas); Best Bass Drummer (0 Liebenberg). 0 Gibbons gained a second place in the bugle competition.

1982 has seen the band excel yet again. Each year seems to see an Improvement and this year has been no exception. We started off with an extremely young, inexperienced band and midway through the year we bade farewell to Mr John Bond, who left on a promotion post to Kimberley. The band owes much of its success to the contribution made by Mr Bond.

During the September holidays Wynberg Cadet Band travelled to Port Elizabeth to represent Western Province at the Cape Province InterCommand Cadet Competition. The competition was keenly contested and m what was undoubtedly the be t performance of the year we were Judged to be the best A-Class Band in the Cape Province. Individual placings were judged as follows: Best Bugler (0 Gibbons); Side Drummer (2nd place - P Sharpe); Trumpeter (2nd place - A ersfeld); Drum Major (3rd place - B Wilkinson). For the record - Wynberg have represented Western Province Command at this competition for 14 consecutive years and

Through many hours of practice the band rapidly developed mto a polished unit. The quality of the music played was exceptional and the marchmg was of a very high standard. The band was invited to play at various fĂŠtes and functions this year, the UCT Rag and the Intervarsity being but two. The old adage: "what ye sow so shall ye reap" perhaps best sums up the band's achievements for 1982. A classy performance at the regional competition held at Voortrekker HoĂŤrskool saw Wynberg win 6 out of a possible 7 trophies: Best

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HOUSE REPORTS DE WAAL HOUSE This year De Waal was rather culturally inclined, with the result that we did not do very weil on the sporting scene. We started off bad ly on Sports Day by coming in last. After that we recovered somewhat to come fourth in squash and waterpolo. At table tennis and tennis we improved again to come third in both. One of the highlights of our sporting adivities was badminton, in which Erik Stender led our team to a sparkling victory. In shooting Erik Stender and Anthony Seale won the competition for De Waal. Chris Sieger brought honour to De Waal and the school by being chosen to run for Western Province. Nick Pattenden also received an Honours Award for hockey.

The Cadet Band as usual won a large number of trophies at the various competitions. Brian Wilkinson, the drum major, led his band superbly and duly received an Honours Award. Academicaly a third of the academic awards went to De Waal boys. These included Van der Riet (Top Boy in Standard 7) and Neil Wiltshire (Top Boy in Standard 9).

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Once again this year Littlewood has proved to be the backbone of the school. One only had to look at the support at the first XV rugby matches to notice that the majority of the supporters were boarders. Littlewood House is very fortunate in having three hostel masters like Mr Crawford, Mr Povey and Mr Wessels. They were always keen and

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willing to help in all aspects of hostel life. We are proud of the fact that Mr Povey, the producer of the outstanding school production "Joseph and His Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat", is a littIewood man.

Prefects: This year we had the two vice-heads, Dirk Muir and Clark Ellis. Mike Gray and Howard Connellan were also in Rhodes. Swimming: Although the eliminations and gala have not yet taken place, we are confident of a good place. Here we must congratulate Philip van Niekerk and Quintan Baker on making the Western Province Colts Team.

Our thanks go to Sister de Klerk and Matron Smith for keeping the "men" happy. This is by no means an easy task. Also to Kathy Morris for giving up much of her valuable time in organising the linen and the laundry. It made changing sheets on Tuesday mornings so much more enjoyable. We would also like to thank Mr Morris for his unfailing support throughout the year. Last, but not least, we thank Mr Jock Schoeman and Mr Alistair Turvey for leading us in devotions every Sunday evening.

Waterpolo: With not polo players we won tion. Congratulations Philip van iekerk for

very many regular waterthe inter-house competito Andrew MacTavish and making Western Province.

Cricket: Rhodes did well to get a third place in the inter-house competition. Congratulations to Clark Ellis for making Western Province uffield.

Littiewood fared well on the sports field, obtaining third place on Sports Day, second place in the rugby, third position in cricket and sqt;ash and first positions in the hockey and table tennis. Something which was pleasing to see was that where talent was lacking it was replaced by spirit, keenness and dedication.

Athletics and Cross Country: Definitely the highlight of the year for Rhodes. We were the winners on Sports Day for the fourth year running. Weil done, Howard Connellan, for being Victor Ludorum. In the cross-country field, Stuart Kain is to be congratulated on being awarded Western Province Colours.

Littiewood was extremely well represented on the sports field. During the year we had as many as nine representatives in the first XV: Howard Taylor, Nick Kellermann, Jonny Bing, Brian Peach, Andrew Hardy, Warren Marks, Craig Smith, Trevor Tyldesley and Wayne Col borne; six in the first hockey team: Andrew Stofberg, leonard Eglington, JosĂŠ da Fonseca, Steve Armstrong, lan Szablowski and "Smurf" Stewart; six in the first XI: Howard Taylor, Patrick Maile, eil Lewis, Jonny Bing, Jeremy Stewart and Wayne Col borne; and two in the first squash team: Steve Armstrong and Howard Taylor.

Rugby: Rugby was yet another inter-house competition which we won easily. Chris Gregory led the Under 19 A team who didn't lose a match. Clark Ellis made Western Province Rugby. Chris Gregory, Malcolm Gregory, Howard Connellan, Trevor Knott and Andrew MacTavish also represented 1st XV. Hockey: Rhodes surprised the other houses by winning the inter-house competition. Mark Crosby-Emery has been representing the 1st XI this year. Squash: Darren Breed, Graham English and Howard Connellan played squash for the 1st team. We won the inter-house competition as well. Darren Breed (Western Province Under 19 A), Graham English (Western Province Under 19 B), Gary Wilson and Tim Connellan (Western Province Under 15 B) were the provincial representatives of the house. Darren Breed made South African Schools B Team.

All in all, Littlewood had a successful year. Unfortunately we have yet to meet a "Day Bug" house which can match us in spirit and enthusiasm. In closing, I would like to thank all the masters once again for the splendid job of work they did for Littlewood this year.

Tennis: Jason Czikk, Michael Delmar and Andrew Grendan played first team tennis and we again did very well in the inter-house competiiton.

RHODES HOUSE Master-in-charge: M J Louw Housemasters: K Pretorius, A Blackbeard, A Todd and V Polden. House Captain: Clark Ellis House Committee: M Louw, C Gregory, B Collings, SKain, 0 Breed, 0 Bienz, R Sissans and GEngiish.

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house could have done as well as it has without him. The spirit of the house has been good and the general keenness of the pupils has led to its successes.

Swimming and Water Polo: This year three of our swimmers represented the school swimming team - R Kropp, A Buchanan and L Slabbert. During last year's gala, Lance Slabbert received the Senior Swimming Cup. L Slabbert and A Buchanan were awarded Blues, while R Kropp received Honours.

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Four of our boys represented the 1st Water Polo team - J Prinsloo, L Slabbert, R Kropp and A Buchanan. A Buchanan was chosen for the Western Province Colts side and L Slabbert for the Western Province A side.

Master-in-charge: R M Hewett Housemasters: Messrs J Blom, D de la Mare, H Jonker, C Merts, D Meyer and P Midlane. House Captain: J Burnell House Commillee: D Meeser, L Slabbert, J Stewart, J Lamont, W Haylett, M Kassei, J Koning.

Although we were favourites for the inter-house competition, we unfortunately settled for third place.

Van Riebeeck can be proud of a very good year all round. There was a tremendous spirit, largely due to the masters' and cheerleaders' encouragement.

Ten Club: J Hattingh, M Kassei, M Schafer and M Abbott were members of this club.

Prefects: J Hattingh, M Schater and J Burnell were prefeds this year.

Inter-House Play: Zoo Story was produced by M Austin. Taking part were P Lamont and J van Zyl.

Tennis: J Koning and A Helmbold were our representatives in the first team. We won the inter-house competition. J Koning was unlucky not to have been seleded for Western Province.

A large thank you must go to the masters and especially to Mr Hewett for all his organisation and encouragement. The committee and members of the house showed true Van Riebeeck spirit. Finally, a special thanks to our cheerleaders - B Baker, J Powell, R Keet, J Hendrikse and M Perry, who always kept our chaps cheering enthusiastically.

Cricket: We had 6 players in the 1st XI, i.e. Ver burg, M Cawood, J Lamon!, M Kassei, J Burnell and B Andrew. We also won the interhouse competition.

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Rugby: Once again we had 6 members in the 1st XV. These were J Dahl, N Verburg, M Cawood, J Schenck, J Hattingh and D Meeser.

WELLINGTON HOUSE Master-in-charge: Mr G Hili House Captain: A Morris Commiltee: G Horne, I Noble, J Kruger, K von Bentheim and S Read.

Cadets: B Baker was WO I. Squash: S O'Connell was our sole member of the first team. He was also seleded for the Western Province B side. We came third in the inter-house competition.

Although we did not achieve all of our objectives this year, Wellington enjoyed a year of increased participation and vastly improved spirit. The year got off to a great start with Sports Day - this being the first Inter-house Competition. Wellington did well to secure second place, losing by only 6 points to Rhodes. Messrs Bond and Hili are thanked for the part they played so keenly in the running of Wellington this year.

Hockey: J Stewart and D Wilmot represented the first XI and both played for the school 7-a-side team. Shooting: A van de Merwe and M Halstead represented the first team and the latter came second in the Peninsula competition. Pillddle-surfing and Surfing: At the inter-schools competition held at Sunrise Beach, J Hattingh represented Van Riebeeck. The following represented the school for surfing: A Cook, D Wilson, G van Zyl, A Buchanan, R Kevitt and M Hattingh, who was seleded for the Western Province schools team.

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We began this year's athletics season with a tour to Oudtshoorn. We left early on the aturday morning and returned on the Sunday evening. Mr Crawford and Mr Pretorius led this tour and we hope it will become an annual event. We stayed at the Holiday Inn for the night and the facilities available to us were enjoyed by all. ome of the more promising results were as follows: Howard Connellan came 2nd in the BOOm; Stuart Kain came 4th in the 3 DOOm; ick Pattenden came 2nd in the discus and Leonard Eglington came 2nd in the pole vault. ThiS even! is new to athletics at Wynberg, and I doubt whether we will see it again for quite some time, as we lack the facilities for training.

We would like to thank Messrs Pretorius, Blacklaws, Hill and Merts for their coaching during the past season. For the first time we combined with the Girls' School and took part in a co-ed meeting this year. This idea proved to be very satisfadory and Wynberg won, beating Bergvliet and Plumstead quite comfortably. At the Peninsula Schools' Trials we were represented by a large number of athletes. Patrick Hunt, Warren Zeeman, Anton Lundey, Warren Marks, Stuart Kain and ick Pauenden were chosen for the orth Peninsula team. Anton Lundy set a new Western Province Schools high jump record of 1,49m and has the potential to go a long way if he trains hard.

The annual Sports Day this year saw spirited competition between the houses, with a result that many records were broken. The most promment of these were the 100m, in which Peter Siebert set an out tanding record of 11,2 seconds. Warren Marks broke the shot put record with a distance of 13,17m while Clark ElliS increased his high jump record from last year, which now stands at 1,BOm. Anton Lundy, also a high jumper, has great potential and this year

In the standards meeting this year our Under 15 team came first, while our Under 19 team came second. This was because we did not use the strongest athletes available to us.

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broke the Under 13 record setting it at the new height of 1,46m. Howard Connellan won the Victor Ludorum, with Clark Ellis as a close contender. Howard won the 1 SOOm; SOOm; 4oom; and the 400m hurdles. The overall house positions this year were very close with only a difference of 7 points between the houses placed first and third. The final positions were as follows: 1 Rhodes; 2 Wellington; 3 Littlewood; 4 Van Riebeeck and S De Waal. There was keen rivalry between the houses. Athletics at Wynberg could go far if the people who have the potential train and heed the advice of their coaches. The number of people who take part in athletics is a poor reflection of the talent which is available, although there have been some outstanding achievements. Awards this year went to Peter Siebert and Stuart Kain (Colours) while Howard Connellan, Clark Ellis and Warren Marks were awarded Blues.

AS UNDER 15 STANDARDS CUP WI NERS Back Row' 0 Vaughan. C Sleger. SHunt. G Stiles Front Row' Mr K Pretorius. Mr Zeeman (Captain). 'VIrN R Blackbeard (Headmaster)

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CROSS-COUNTRY In a time when jogging and other forms of road running seem to be growing in South Africa, Wynberg Boys' High School is truly in step with the growing interest in cross-country. 1 he season started on a high note with Christian Sieger winning the 1st League Junior race at the Rondebosch Common. Stuart Kain showed great promise of things to come by finishing 3rd in the Under 19 race. This form was maintained by these two athletes throughout the season. Other juniors who were always within the first 10 at the League races were Andrew Grendon, Andrew Scorey and Scott McDonald. These boys dominated this age-group by winning the League team competition. Other boys who improved tremendously throughout the season were Chris Whelan and Jacques Bartie. Our seniors disappointed this season by only finishing 5th overall but Derick George, Jason Czikk and Anton Helmbold show great promise for next year. In this age-group Paul Coulthard and Alan Cook always did very well, regularly finishing within first fifteen. The highlight

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Peninsula Schools to be chosen for the Western Province team for the South African Championships. He achieved a 2nd place at Western Province Championships.

Queenstown to take part in the first Cape Schools Cross-Country Week. The team, consisting of Stuart Kain, Christian Sieger, Andrew Grendon, Scott McDonald, Andrew Scorey and Dean Seeliger had an enjoyable time and learnt much.

Our School Championship once again brought a lot of surprises with various boys doing far better than expeoed.

In our second annual Quadrangular against SACS, Bishops and RBHS we proved to be the top school in cross-country by winning the Under 15 A and B races and finishing 2nd in the Under 19 Brace.

The various houses finished as follows: 1st Rhodes; 2nd - littlewood; 3rd - Van Riebeeck; 4th - De Waal; and 5th - Wellington. In the junior race the first three boys, Christian Sieger, Andrew Grendon and Andrew Scorey all broke Graham Sichel's record. Stuart Kain came within 17 seconds of eville Teppler's record by beating his nearest rivals, Howard Connellan and Paul Coulthard, by more than 90 seconds.

Another show of our dominance in crosscountry was at the Peninsula Schools' Championships where we achieved the following results: Under 15 1st - C Sieger; 2nd - A Scorey; 5th - S McDonald; 8th - A Grendon and Under 17 2nd - SKain.

Awards for Cross Country were the following:

At the beginning of the season Stuart Kain and Cristian Sieger were chosen for the Western Province team to take part in the inter-provincial against S.W.D. and E.P. at George. later in the year Christian Sieger was the only boy from the

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BADMINTON A most successful season! Our first team lost only one match and finished second in the first league, and our second team went through the whole season without a single defeat. Unfortunately, the third team suffered many changes and just could not settle down into a winning combination, while the fourth team were more often than not matched against the second or third teams of other schools and were not able to win many games in these matches. We feel, however, that they gained a tremendous amount of experience against these stronger players. They can only improve when the leagues are re-organised next season. Colours were awarded to Erik Stender, George Hendrikse and lan Higley. Mark de Jongh was selected as captain of the Western Province Junior team and was awarded Blues. Our congratulations to Old Boy Chris Merrington, who was chosen for the Western Province Senior team. He also represented his province in the Kerr Cup Inter-Provincial Tournament as a member of the team which brought the cup to Western Province for the first time in 23 years. Well done, Chris!

1ST BADMINTON TEAM Back Row: M de Jongh, J Higley, G Hendrikse Front Row: Mr N R Blackbeard (Headmaster), E Stender (Captain), Mr D Meyer (Master-in-Charge)

Finallyour sincere thanks to Mrs du Preez, Miss Wagener and Messrs Bester and Meyer for their assistance in making the season successful and enjoyable for us all. E5

INTER-SCHOOLS BOARDSAILING COMPETITION As usual this event took place at Zeekoevlei. The team included Bruce Gold, Paul Day, Mark Deary, Michael Slade and Michael Herbig. At the beginning there was hardly a breath of wind, giving the light-weights a valuable lead. However, the trusty old South-Easter came howling through later and the race began with a rather scattered fleet. Michael Slate did well to come first in the light-weight division. In the heavy-weight division we unfortunately did not do so well. The result was that Wynberg was placed third overall. SACS won the competition. It was a day enjoyed by all who participated. MH

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The Club, established in June 1976, is still going strong. More and more enthusiastic fathers and Old Boys have realised the importance of a healthy body and mind and have arrived in the school gym in all shapes and sizes. 0 qualifications for membership are required - a positive attitude and the desire to improve one's physical standards are our aims. The membership during 1982 has been most encouraging and we have been pleased to welcome new members.

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to Garth and Fred Cuthbertson on being members of the winning Cape Town Cricket Club last season. To Alan, on being selected for England, we offer our sincere congratulations. The sad news now is Ihe passing of our wellliked professional, Tom Reddick. To his family and closest friends we eXlend our sympathy and thanks for what Tom did for Cricket at Wynberg.

We are grateful to three of our members for introducing a very interesting Club T-shirt. I have always appreciated the dedication, loyalty and friendship of each and every 'crock'. We are delighted to hear that 1983 has been named "Family Fitness" year and look forward lO a new awareness among the families associated with Wynberg Boys' High School.

In our school cricket Clark Ellis took over the captaincy of the first eleven from Fred Cuthbertson. Clark was our only Western Province uffield representative. He has, besides being our star bowler, become one of the match winning batsmen as weil. Wayne Col borne, the vice-captain, has produced some outstanding feats of concentration and endurance. He has matured into a really sound and reliable opening batsman. Personally, I would select him as a Western Province uffield prospect without hesitation.

Our motto? "Everything in life revolves around the abdominals." One hears grunts and groans during these sessions as one and all are put through their paces. The inner satisfaction that follows, however, makes everything so worthwhile. NC

The move of the school to the new Hawthorndene site has brought with it certain advantages. A new wicket, new site screens, the facilities at Silverhurst and the new tuck shop complex.

CRICKET (1981/1982) FIRST XI CRICKET "Mentally, cricket develops the ability to think, to reason out a problem, and to act quickly," wrote Donald Bradman. Our two star old boys Garth le Roux and Alan lamb have achieved this ability with outstanding success. Congratulations

Old traditions die and with them the memories of the old school and the sloping slice of bullied turf. Mr Jack Payne and Mr Jack Manning have been very helpful in establishing our new

wickets. All hope of obtaining bulli sods from our old school pitch have been shattered by bulldozers and earthworks. The enlargement of the field in the hollow means that a full-sized cricket ground can now be arranged in the space now available for the summer game.

14 D XI Alf Morris. The school in indeed grateful for the time, patience and concern these gentlemen expend on behalf of the club. They add considerably to the enjoyment and standard of the type of cricket played by our boys. On the social side we are indebted to the ladies, led by Mrs June Ellis, for their continuing help with lunches, teas and refreshment provided weekly with a cheery smile and a no-trouble-atall attitude.

The two newcomers to the team this year who have succeeded are iels Verburg and Michael Kassei(brother of Roy). Both fellows are bowlers of excellent calibre. Niels is a fast seam and swing bowler whilst Michael has been able to confine the best of the opposition batsmen to the minimum of runs with his accurate off-spin bowling. Of these four candidates that I have mentioned, we should possibly have two selected for the uffield week next year.

My apologies must be extended to Mr Len van Oudtshoorn for not mentioning his assistance with umpiring last year. Once again this year he and Rex Howell have willingly stood in matches at home and away. We are indeed grateful to them.

Martin Stovold of Gloucestshire was our coach again this year and we look forward to a further season with his enthusiastic advice and encouragement.

Thanks go to Mr and Mrs Ray Connellan f贸r allowing us to use the facilities at Silverhurst for our lunches. Now that the tuckshop is so well equipped, the ladies prefer to use their own premises and our thanks are extended to Mr and Mrs Blackbeard for their contribution in this way towards the success of our cricket.

The masters who have so ably coached our teams include for 1st XI: Martin Stovold; 2nd XI: John Bond and Johann Louw; 3rd XI: Vincent Polden; 4th XI: Tom O'Reilly; Under 15 A: Ed Blignaut; Under 15 B XI: Peter Wessels; Under 14 A XI: Dave Bromberger; Under 14 B XI: Errol Pretorius; Under 14 C XI: Hendrik Jonker; Under

Finally, I must thank Vincent Polden and his kit stewards who so courteously and efficiently dealt with the allocation of cricket kit to teams each week. JL M

FIRST CRICKET TEAM Back Row: J Lamont, J Bing, M Kassei, N Lewis 2nd Row: H Taylor. M Cawood, N Ver burg, P Maile, J Burnell Front Row: Mr M Stovold (Coach), C Ellis (Captain), Mr N R Blackbeard (Headmaster),

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NATAL SCHOOLS' CRICKET WEEK HELD IN PIETERMARITZBURG

vs Maritzburg College Maritzburg College 206/7 - Ellis 3-37, Maile 3-43 WBHS 104/4 - Ellis 40 not out Draw

The week was held in sweltering heat. Twelve teams participated, playing four matches each, though Wynberg played five. Of the 25 matches played, 16 were drawn, Wynberg Boys' High School drawing 4 and losing 1.

vs Durban High School WBHS 181/4 - Ellis 100 not out, Upton 42 Durban High School 182/7 - Verburg 3-43 Lost by 3 wickets

It was a feature of the week that no single team stood out above the rest. Durban High School beat Wynberg by 3 wickets off the last bali of the day in the most exciting match of the week. Clark Ellis had the highest batting average of the week (104).

vs Glenwood Glenwood 212/7 - Colborne 2-30, Cawood 2-42 WBHS 98/9 - Ellis SS not out Draw Our thanks to Mr Mathew for his organization of the tour and congratulations to the 1st XI on their superb behaviour and excellent spirit.

Results: vs Alexandra Alexandra 186/8 - Ellis 5-46, Cawood 2-24 WBHS 161/7 - Cawood 70, Col borne 54 Draw

RESULTS WBHS vs Grey Wynberg 158 for 8 Cuthbertson 33, Cawood 36 not out, Bing 34 Grey 120 for 3 Ellis 3 for 38 Match drawn.

vs Hilton WBHS 211/9 - Col borne 73, Upton 44, Cawood 28, Keet 28 Hilton 128/3 - Verburg 2-31 Draw SPO

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WBHS vs Queens Wynberg 189 for 10 Cuthbertson SO,Burnell 33, Kassei 53 Queens 130 for 9 Kassei 5 for 32, Ellis 3 for 40 Match drawn.

WBHS vs President (Clicks) President 88 for 10 Colborne 4 (or 11, Verburg 3 for 19 Wynberg 89 for 3 Taylor 20 not out, Ellis 46 Won by 7 wickets.

WBHS vs Dale College Wynberg 219 for 6 Breed 22, Cuthbertson 26, Burnell 45, Cawood 21, Joubert 42, Kassei 25 Dale 139 for 5 Breed 3 for 24 Match drawn.

WBHS vs Bergvliet Bergvliet 155 for 10 Ellis 3 for 24, Verburg 4 for 30, Colbourne 3 for 47 Wynberg 158 for 9 Colborne 21, Ellis 48, lewis 22, Maile 20 not oul Won by 1 wicket.

WBHS vs Kimberley Wynberg 128 for 10 Col borne 27, Burnell 31, Kassei 34 Kimberley 30 for 10 Ellis 7 for 17 Won by 98 runs.

WBHS vs Strand (Clicks) Strand 116 for 9 Maile 3 for 12 Wynberg 118 for 2 Col borne 32, Taylor 43 nol out, Ellis 22 not out Won by 8 wickets.

WBHS vs Rondebosch Wynberg 220 for 10 Cuthbertson 75, Ellis 61, Jones 31 Rondebosch 194 for 8 Jones 3 for 46 Match drawn.

WBHS vs Bishops Bishops 145 for 10 Ellis 3 for SO,Verburg 6 for 21 Wynberg 127 for 8 Colborne 24, Cawood 38 Match drawn.

WBHS vs SACS SACS 174 for 9 Jones 3 for 57 Wynberg 164 for 10 Cuthbertson 87, Joubert 22 lost by 10 runs.

WBHS vs Bellville (Clicks) Wynberg 132 for 6 Colborne 29, Ellis 50 Bellville 125 for 10 Verburg 3 for 22 Won by 7 runs.

WBHS vs Settlers Settlers 120 for 10 Kassei 5 for 32, Ellis 4 for 21 Wynberg 121 for 4 Colborne 31, Cawood 26, Burnell 25 not out Won by 6 wickets.

WBHS vs Tygerberg Tygerberg 131 for 10 Ellis 3 for 43, lamonl 4 for 27 Wynberg 132 for 4 Col borne 50, Taylor 29 Won by 6 wickets.

WBHS vs Mobil XI Mobil XI 125 for 8 Ellis 2 for 21, Cuthbertson 4 for 36 Wynberg 109 Cawood 21, Ellis 30, Ryan 21 lost by 18 runs.

WBHS vs U C T Colts Wynberg 157 for 10 Cawood 38, Ellis 72 not out Colts 158 for 4 lamonl 3 for 49 lost by 6 wickets.

WBHS vs Plumstead Plumstead 181 for 7 Jones 4 for 46 Wynberg 112 for 7 Bing 20, Ryan 28 not out Match drawn.

WBHS vs Rondebosch Wynberg 98 for 7 Ellis 22, Bing 20 Rondebosch 99 for 3 lost by 7 wickets.

WBHS vs Fish Hoek Wynberg 124 for 10 Col borne 30, Burnell 34 Fish Hoek 100 for 10 Maile 4 for 28 Won by 24 runs.

WBHS vs Rondebosch Wynberg 168 for 9 Col borne 52 Rondebosch 124 for 8 Ellis 6 for 56 Match drawn.

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WBHS vs SACS

years I have enjoyed the spirit and keenness of the third XI and the competition and talent of the Cape Schools Cricket week with 1st XI.

SACS 170 for 8 Lamont 3 for 49 Wynberg 122 for 10 Colborne 38, Ellis 39 Lost by 48 runs.

The 2nd XI in contrast seem to exist in a limbo in between these two. They are a Cinderella team in that no-one is keen to manage them for they play matches on Saturday afternoons and have none of the glamour of the 1st XI. They are a test-bed of players for the 1st XI and many talented boys play in the side. But they have been a side without spirit and a determination to win. Their record of matches drawn and lost speaks for itself. Some of these have been a long yawn - notably the match against Sea Point, which produced the most negative cricket.

WBHS vs Old Boys Wynberg 178 for 10 Taylor 26, Andrew 52, Lamont 45 Old Boys 179 for 6 Kassei 4 for 31 Lost by 4 wickets.

CRICKET AWARDS 1982 Honours:

F Cuthbertson

and C Ellis.

Colours: J Burnell, A Jones, R Kassei, W Col borne and A Breed.

SECOND XI CRICKET Mr J Bond and I shared the umpiring duties for this team during the first term. It is the first time that I have been involved with 2nd XI; for many

With the talent available, this team could become a good cricketing side but they do not yet have the self-discipline and motivation. The players of the 2nd XI will have to work at achieving a team-spirit that will carry them through the season to play positive and winning cricket. JG L

M OlivIer, LGilowey, J Stewart, C Ellis J Hattingh, R Keet franc Row. Mr J Louw (Coach), M Gray, Mr R 81ackbeard (He~dmasler), A Hardy, Mr J Bond (Coach) Sack Row

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FOURTH XI CRICKET

Coach: Mr V Pol den Captain: A Coomer

athan Browne captained this side that enjoyed every game played. Pitted at times against teams in a higher league, the 4th's fared well. Keenness at all times was evident and bowlers such as Einarsen and Browne improved very much. Batting was not strong, but the spirit in which the batsmen took their stance and presented a brave front to the opposition was reward enough for any coach.

We have been enjoying a very pleasant season of cricket in which we have only suffered one defeat to date. The spirit of the team was of a high standard and this is reflected in the pleasing results. The practice turnouts were good, but there is still room for improvement. In Collins and Alexander we have a good opening pair who build up a sound batting foundation for the rest of the team. Other batsmen who can be credited with good batting are Burnell and Coomer. Honours for bowling go to Alexander, Collins and Burnell. The fielding in the side was good, but there are stilllapses of concentration. The team was well captained by Coomer.

Mr P Louw and Mr T O'Reilly were in charge of this team and umpired all our matches.

TO'R UNDER 15 A CRICKET The first term proved to be one of mixed fortunes for this well-balanced, promising cricket side, in that they won two, drew three and lost three matches.

There were, however, players that did not live up to their full potential, namely O'Donoghue, Verny and Schafer. We hope to see an improvement in their play next season.

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UNDER 15A CRICKÂŁT TEAM 0 Vaughan, 0 van v.y~, P Lamont

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RESERVE CRICKET

lack of concentration in the 30's and 40's where a number of players found themselves on several occasions. Examples include Chris Upton (28,32, 44, 39, 25), Bruce Andrew (44, 28, 51) and captain Grant Pettitt (25, 32, 40). One feels that they are bound to do well very soon, as should opener "Dawie" van Wyk, who has been threatening a "fifty" for some time.

Three teams, made up of boys not playing in any of the school teams, played in the reserve league. The teams were captained by Sean larkin, Robert Godlonton and Dean Seeliger and played against one another on a league basis in which points were awarded for wickets taken, runs scored and winning. Every boy had to bat and to bowl in each innings, and the winning team, the batsman who scored most runs and the bowler who took the most wickets were all awarded cake and cooldrink at the end of the season. The league proved to be very popular, each team ending up with 14 to 15 players by the end of the season.

Amongst the bowlers, Kevin KendalI could be relied on to extract at least three batsmen with his leg spinners each match, though opening bowlers Pettitt and Andrew aften managed the same. Both Martin Stovold (coach) and I were sure that the bowling had tightened up considerably by the end of the term, though loose balls in the last over cost us the match on two occasions.

Competition was keen and hopefully a lasting interest in cricket has been stimulated in some of the boys. larkin's team were winners of the league.

Perhaps the most exciting game of the season was against Bishops, who batted first to score a handsome 189/6 (Andrew 3/31). Solid batting by Wynberg left us 30 to score in the last two avers, which looked like a draw. Bruce Andrew decided differently, however, and three 6's and two 4's later left us with two to win on the last ball, the result being a tie. (On the Q T, Rondebosch scored 69/1 to beat us by 9 wickets in the least talked-about gamel). Many thanks support.

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RPC UNDER 14 A CRICKET The Under 14 A's were a good side which, however lacked perseverance and which relaxed too soon when things seemed to be going their way. In the first match against Bishops they were whittled for 58, but fought back to take five wickets before their total was reached.

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They beat Fairmant and Fairbairn by large margins, but then allowed Fish Hoek to beat them when they failed to set Fish Hoek a large enough target.

UNDER 158 CRICKET The Under 15B cricketers did not enjoy the most successful of seasons. The team often suffered through weak batting and fielding. David van Druten and Paullamont (until promoted to the A team) formed an effective opening attack, and were ably assisted by Simon Negus, who bowled off-spinners. Andrew Meeching (the captain) proved to be the most consistent batsman. Van Druten, Julian KidsweIl and Steven Ayers all showed moments of promise with the bat, and one expects them to develop during the last quarter. The most exciting match of the term was against Plumstead, when we scored the winning runs in the last over with only one wicket to spare.

Victory was at hand against SACS when our bowlers commendably took 8 of their wickets for 131, but then the collapse of the last several batsmen left us 30 short of their total. Victory also should have certainly been ours against Rondebosch when we skittled them out for a mere 62. But we relaxed so completelyand ran so poorly between wickets that we only reached their total to achieve a dramatic tie. The last match, against Bishops, started well and our batsmen applied themselves a lot better than in the earlier match to obtain a totalof 126, but we simply could not remove enough of their batsmen to avoid defeat.

The team would like to thank the parents, especially Mr KidweIl and Mr Peens, for the transport they provided throughout the season. PW

Tim Connellan captained the side well but could have moved fielders or changed bowlers more quickly when the situation required it.

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U DER 14A CRICKET TEAM Back Row. G Mitchell, A Roseveare, P Gabb, D Mdls 2nd Row: G Hasktn, G Budge, M Power, P van Schalkwyk, G Mulder, C van Rensburg Front Row' Mr M Stovold (Coach), T Connellan (Captain), Mr R Blackbeard (Headmaster), PUpton (Vice-Captain), Mr D Bromberger (Coach)

Upton, Haskin and Connellan are excellent batsmen, and Upton particularly, could go far if he kept a tighter rein on himself when he begins to open up.

vs Fairbairn: Wynberg 126/9 (Haskin 49, Mills 17 not out) Fairbairn 25 (Mulder 7-8, Van Schalkwyk 3-9) Won by lOl runs

vs Fish Hoek:

Mulder's bowling was good, as was that of Van Schalkwyk and Mitchell, but other bowlers might perhaps have come to the fore had they been experimented with. The fielding was generally very good, but it was in the batting chiefly that improvement could be shown.

Wynberg 82 (Mulder Fish Hoek 83/2 lost by 8 wickets

vs SACS: SACS 13l/8 (Mills 3-17) Wynberg 101 (Upion 38) lost by 30 runs

RECORD OF MATCHES

vs Bishops: Wynberg 58 (Budge 18, Connellan Bishops 59/5 lost by 5 wickets

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vs Rondebosch:

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Rondebosch 62 (Mulder 5-20) Wynberg 62 (Connellan 21) Draw

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UNDER 14C CRICKET

The Under 14B's proved to be a very keen and dedicated group of players who fared reasonably well, winning four of the seven matches played.

The first two matches were easy to win, but the third match against Oude Molen proved to be a difficult one. However, accurate bowling must have eventually triumphed. Marais took 5/22 and Wilson took 4/32. Wilson also made 66 runs, which assured him a place in the B team.

The team spirit was good which augurs well for the latter half of the season. It can be expected that a number of boys should mature into good players.

The match against Rondebosch tested the team to the utmost. The bowlers of both sides had a formidable task. The match ended in a tie.

The most decisive win was achieved against CBe. They batted first, scoring only 30 runs before being dismissed. Mitchell had an excellent spell of bowling and in 9 overs took 6 wickets for a mere 12 runs. In reply, Wynberg scored 31 runs without loss, winning the match by 10 wickets.

The match against Bishops Under 14C was not much competition for the team. We are confident though that our opponents will return in full strength in the fourth term. Unfortunately two matches could not be played as these were cancelled by our opponents.

Stanford Boster frequently excelled asan opening batsman and the side were invariably assured of a sound foundation on which to build an innings. Warren Oldroyd and Trevor Smith also had two or three good knocks. In the bowling, Mitchell, Welsh and Gabb took the lion's share of the wickets.

Wynberg Boys' High School Fish Hoek:

Wynberg 61-5 (Cowan 17); Fish Hoek 51-10. Won by 5 wickets.

hirmont: Wynberg 58-1 (Wilson 23, Keylock 4/17); Fairmant 51-9. Won by 9 wickets.

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Fifteen cycli ts from Wynberg entered this race but due to variou problems. mainl connected with transport to the distant venue, only 9 boys and 1 staff member adually started.

Oude Molen: Wynberg 133-6 (Marais 5/22, Wilson 4/32. 66): Oude Molen 106-10. Won by 27 runs.

Rondebosch: Wynberg 70-10 (Keylock 4/19, Mills 3/9. Cole 18, Keylock 16); Rondebosch 70-10. A tie.

The race is run over 120 km of stiff mountainous terrain, but also through ome of the most beautiful scenery in the Western Cape.

Bishops: Wynberg 69-1 (Tibbs 32, Wilson 25, Wilson 3/12, King 3/18); Bishops 68-10. Won by 9 wickets.

André Kohne returned the best Wynbergian time, only 6 minute behind the overall winner, Springbok Hennie Wentzel.

The unregistered sed Ion was won by Wynberg Old Boy, Mark Pinder In 3 hrs 9 m, and Vernon Davis returning the ame time in 3rd place beaten only in the sprint. Julian Simpson also finished in an excellent lime: 3 hrs 45 m.

UNDER 14 D CRICKET This team has had a relatively successful season. Although we lost the fir t match to Marist Under 14 A, we gained confidence and spirit and did well in the rest of our matches. Possibly one of the rea ons for this succe s, was the fad that two B team players came down to the D as they could not play their matches on Saturdays. The Under 14 D played all its matches during the week and often finished its matches as late as six o'clock.

The full Wynberg Boy' High chool results are: Regi lered: André Kohne 10th (3 hrs 08 m) Unregisl ered' Mark Pinder .. .. 1st (3 hrs 09 m) Vernon Davi 3rd (3 hrs 09 m) Julian Simpson . (3 hrs 45 m) Paul van der Wel _........ (4 hrs 19 m) Craig Meyer (4 hrs 22 m) lan Higley . . .(4 hrs 23 m) Mr D Meyer . . (4 hrs 31 m) Steven ale. (4 hrs 46 ml Cliff Dominy (5 hrs 06 m) Jonathan Doig..... (5 hrs 16 m) (Suffered cramp, then had a puncture, and lill finished - well done!) Sean il on .. (5 hrs 18 m)

The highest individual scores came from Byrne (63), Finneran (39) and Dreyer (21). We ended the season on a high note by beating Bergvliet by 68 runs. Many players in this team have a lot of talent and if they work at it and try hard they can look forward to playing for higher teams in the future.

CYCLING Cyclists from Wynberg Boys' High chool have been tremendously successful as individuals in events held these past few years and our hope is that now we will be able to enter teams in forthcoming tours and races. Vernon Davis and André Kohne have been very successful during the last few months. ernon has won every one of the last ten races he entered except one, the Paarl "round the mountain" race, in which he finished 2nd! He won the Western Province Time Trial championships, was seleded to represent Western Province at the South African championships in Port Elizabeth where he finished a very creditable fourth! He has been awarded Western Pro ince colours for cycling. Five of our cyclists, Julian Simpson, Jonathan Doig, Paul Dalton, Shaun Essen and Craig Meyer, added their weight to the Interad Club's cycle marathon from Cape Town to Johannesburg during the June vacation.

HOCKEY

say, unless the player is fit all the above count (or nothing.

1st XI HOCKEY

Towards the end of the season our 1st XI began achieving all these objeoives and as only four players will be leaving at the end of this year, we should be off to a very good start in 1983.

The 1982 Hockey season opened with a tournament at Pinelands where Wynberg played Bergvliet, Rondebosch, Milnerton and a touring side from the atal, Hilton College. We won 2, drew 1 and lost one, giving us a reasonable start to the season.

NP COACH'S REPORT

1982 has been a season of mixed fortunes. We won 5 games (Rondebosch, Camps Bay, Plumstead, Bergvliet and Paul Roos), drew 5 (Paul Roos, SACS, Pinelands, Bishops and Fish Hoek) and lost 3 (Fairmont, Bishops and SACS).

ick Pauenden: Our only representative in the Western Province Schools side this year. Leadership qualities, sound stickwork - an extremely critical captain who does not mind being criticised himself. An indispensable player.

Hockey is not an easy game to play. It requires many skills. A high degree of team spirit is necessary as goals can only be scored by a team effort. Skills come with pradice, anticipation and positional play grow out of experience, and discipline develops with maturity. eedless to

Andrew Stofberg: Unlucky not to be chosen for Western Province Schools Team. Play improved tremendously this season, but must learn to keep his cool. A good all-round player who has also devoted time to coaching our junior players. Has been a reliable vice-captain.

fiRST HOCKEY TEAM 8..ck Row' H Blind, P Besier. S ArmsIrong. B WilkInson 3rd Row J Slewm. M Crosby-Emery. l Eghngton. 0 Willmol 2nd Row' Mr R WIllmOl (COiIchl. Pallenden (C..plaln). Mr R Blackbeard (HeadmaSler). A Stolberg (Vice-Ciptaln). Mr J Malhew (Manager) In Front J da Fonseca

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Mark Cro by-Emery: One of the most reliable backs ever to play for Wynberg. Stopping and clearance ha e improved this season.

team). Promises to be a first class centre forward. A little out of his depth in the first team, but next season should see him at full strength.

Hubert Bland: Possesses a sound hitting ability. Must learn to apply this when under pressure. A sound half back with much promise. Unlucky to have been injured.

Paul Bester: Plays in the difficult left wing position. Will have to learn more ball control and improve decisive action. Positional play is good. An excellent opportunist goal scorer. Must cure tendency to top the ball when hitting.

Brian Wilkinson: A reliable back. Had a few outstanding games this season. Must concentrate on improving his positional play. Tackles well.

Leonard Eg/ington: An excellent player in the loose but lacks reliable ball control. Breaks well, a great opportunist who plays hard and never misses a chance to attack. Much improved this season. Must try to eliminate faults.

Steve Armsrrong: A solid centre half, capable of converting defence into attack. Good ball sense. Generally an accurate strategic player. Must learn to mark his man more constantly.

Jeremy Stewart: A much improved player. Runs well. Has a tendency to use one hand. Must concentrate more on finishing a movement with the ball in the back of the net. He has combined well with wings. Has far more potential than he realises.

Darren Wil/mot: Improved rapidly this season. His quick follow-up and flick have resulted in goals. Anticipation good, but must improve. More confidence will improve his hockey. His speed on the wing an asset to the side. One of the most improved players this sea on.

Summary: The 1982 First Team developed into a team which has been a pleasure to coach. We have had remarkable sportsmanship, good manners and team spirit this year. The importance of winning has always been there, as well as the lessons we learnt in defeat. Enjoyed their hockey to the full.

Jo e da Fonseca: A plucky player with a quick eye and style. A goalkeeper who has much to learn but who has done remarkably well in the short time he has played the game. Brian Alexander: A player who must hold the goal scoring record of the season (for the second

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last half of the season and proved invaluable as the left inner. S Horsburgh played well as centre forward and played consistently.

SECO D XI HOCKEY This season was a very successful one for the Second Hockey team. We lost one match and drew two. The high score for the first match set a trend for the rest of the season.

Halves: Elverson as centre-half played too defensively but was solid except for a few attempts to hit the ball out of the ground. The right half position swung between Munro and Slabolowski. Munro was less conscientious, but Slabolowski erred by poor stopping of the ball. Smit, playing on the left, combined well with his Corwards and strengthened an already strong left side.

Our attack was in general better than our defence. It is notable that two newcomers to the game, B Alexander and J Gadd, were the first and second highest scorers Cor the team. Alexander played left wing and Gadd played right inner.

Backs: Although often careless, the backs managed to keep out most of the opposition. However, the nature of the play caused them to see little of the ball in most matches. Both Watson and Sutherland played well and swopped roles during the season.

Team play was not as good as individual play and, at times, was a drawback. Team spirit can be attrributed to the fad that the team was seldom changed. Our best results were against Milnerton (8-0); Herzlia (frO) and Paul Roos (frO). We also managed to break Brackenfell's 1st's unbroken record by beating them 3-0.

Goal Keeper: P Allen showed a great improvement over the season and saved the team on many occasions. It was good to know that there was a reliable player in the goals.

Forwards: Alexander was deadlyon the wing and often fooled the opposition with strong play on the left. K levey on the right wing was not fed much of the ball during games but used, what he received, well. Sutherland, as left inner, found his legs when moved to back. Gadd was let down n many cases by his stickwork. evertheless, this has continued to improve during the season. Watson was brought up from the defence In the

Others who played for the team were Wiid, who suffered an injury which put him out for the rest of the season, Marks and livesy Cram the 3rd team and Bester from the 1st team.

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3rd XI HOCKEY The 3rd XI almost did not come into existence during 1982 because of a shortage of players. However, a team was put together and from all accounts had a most enjoyable season. The team showed a marked impro ement through the season and, in fact, only lost one game during the third term. The 3rd team members can boast of the fine spirit and enthusiasm with which they tackled each game they played. CF UNDER 15 A HOCKEY Though success was not the keynote of Under 15 A hockey this year, the players saw to it that they enjoyed the game and played an attractive style ol hockey. Star players were Porter in the goals and Haskin at left half who both played outstandingly and showed great promise for the future. They are both quick on the ball and sure In controlling it.

UNDER lSA HOCKEY TEAM BJck Ro .... M Douglas. D 'l.iurph}-Clarke. E Badl'nhor~1 Jrd Row G~' Ilson. P ,an der Rle, D \ aughan. K Pnce. 'VI Gadd 1m! Row G HaskIn lVice-Cap,aln) '-tr D Brom berger (Coachl. ~ Robinson ICap'aln' 'ir ....R BI.Jckbe.Jrd IHeadmasler . F '-1acGllIl\f d~ In front B Pont'r fGoalkeepcr)

Other players deserving mention are Price at back who with speed and good anticipation helped to save many a goal; McCillivray at centre-half who distributed the ball intelligently, if not always speedily enough; and aughan and Wilson as inners/centre forwards who are both great players and have fine stick control but do not pass soon enough or well enough.

Riet, Robinson (captain) and Douglas were lorwards who did their best but were neither given sufficient chances to use their talents, nor made sufficient use of their talents to generate opportunIties for themselves.

Further stalwarts of the team were Badenhorst and Clark who both laid into the ball with great gusto when it came within their reach. an der

Toohey showed some promise

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in the two or

three games he played for the A's, but at times waited for chances instead of creating them. However, he and Gadd, who also only had a few games, have a great deal of potential and we look to their future in hockey with great anticipation. Basically the side consisted of useful players, but players who never mastered sufficiently the arts of stopping the ball and hitting it crisply to a team mate. Insufficient use was made of the cross ball ("switching") and the forwards were seldom able to penetrate because they never learnt to work together in any significant way. DB UNDER 15 B HOCKEY

The team enjoyed a fair degree of success and it was noticeable that several players improved markedly in the course of the season. The goals were ably defended by De Klerk or Grantham, captain for the second part of the season, who took turns in occupying the hot seat. The next line of defence consi ted of Scott and Smallman who had many excellent games for the ide, while the halves, Grantham, De Klerk, Still and Richards did a fair job in the midfield. The forwards were good at times but did not seem to be able to find the back of the net very often. Gadd, captain for the first part of the season, showed some real ability at inner, as did Catto and Large on occasions in the same position. Centre forward Read made infrequent forays into the goal area, while Clapham and Murray-Brown did whatever damage they could on the wings. Others who played occasionally were Batty, Toohey and D'Arcy. The Under 15 B's were a happy team and it was a pleasure to coach them. But the basic skills of stopping and accurately passing the ball will have to be learnt more thoroughly if they are to achieve a greater degree of success in the future. DB UNDER 14 A HOCKEY

As a whole the Under 14 A's had a very successful season, winning every match except the one against Herzlia, which they drew 0-0. Early in the season they beat Fish Hoek 13-0, Fairmant 5-0 and Cape Town 10-0. They later played Herzlia and won 4-0. The team spirit was good - one of the main reasons for the success of the team. They narrowly beat Paul Roos 3-2 and their last match against Westerford was won 1-0. Our most successful match was when we beat Plumstead 18-0.

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UNDER 14 8 HOCKEY

Like the Under 14 A team, the Under 14 B group also had a very successful season. The spirit in the team was good and the games were enjoyed by all. Although they lost a few matches early in the season they improved later and beat Plumstead and Herzlia. W Bland, A Tregurthar and T Fulford proved to be very promising players. PL HOCKEY AWARDS 1982 Colours: D Willmot, B Wilkinson, S Armstrong, H Bland, P Bester and J Stewart. Blues:

J de Fonseca and LEglington.

Honours:

Patten den and A Stoffberg.

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year. In a sport which is rapidly growing in popularity our team of Grant Ward, Jeremy Hattingh, Andrew MacTavish and Paul Briant surfed consistently well throughout the day to win the team competition. Grant Ward (3rd) and Jeremy Hattingh (6th) were good enough to make it through to the finals in what was a most enjoyable and well organised competition.

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ROWING Coach: Mr A Todd Captain: Grant Schenck Vice Captains: lan able and Brett Baker Our oarsmen achieved some remarkable successes during their first season of rowing. The dub membership hovered around 20 adive oarsmen. Because of transport problems, we have to be rather seledive in the number of oarsmen we can accomodate. We have two second-hand fours of our own, but we intend raising money to purchase new equipment as soon as possible.

JUDO TEAM

Back Row W Gordon. C Glazer. Rohrs. W Sleeie fronr Row A 8a\. Mr N R 81ackbeard (Headmaster). K Hubbard

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A Wynberg contingent of thirteen oarsmen travelled to East london in February to compete in the Selborne and Buffalo Regattas, which were held on consecutive days. We were hosted by Selborne parents and we had a full weekend's rowing. We entered one Under 15 four, two third fours, one Under 15 sculler and a first pair. Our oarsmen did not fare as well in the shorter sprints of the el borne Regatta but in the Buffalo Regatta the longer distances were preferred by our crews. Our third four (stroked by Grant Schenck) won their Senior 0 heat easily, beating two university crews. They ended third in the final. The Under 15 four (stroked by Danny Gut) also won their heat and finished third in the final. The biggest successof the weekend was achieved by Danny Gut who won the Under 15 Sculls event. This was an excellent achievement.

This year our Judo team is smaller. This is because most members of last year's team were matries who have since left the school. Our present team consists mainly of standard sixes and sevens with little or no experience. However, in a year or two our team should improve considerably. In the most recent competition, our team won the Senior light weight team competition. Also, Warren Steele, Christopher GlaLer and Alan Bas were seleded for the Western Province Judo Team. I hope that in the future more boys will take part in Judo and that our team will grow in strength. AB Alan Ba wa awarded the Wesrern Province Junror Cup for the mo t progres ive and scienrific judo.

We ended our season by competing in the Western Province Autumn Regatta at Zeekoevlei and, once again, we achieved some good wins and places. Grant Schenck's four won the Senior fours event while the Crew stroked by Danny Gut finished second. The ovice Four, stroked by Conrad Bos, also won their event, while Danny Gut finished second in the Senior B sculls

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must go to Grant Schenck, lan oble and Danny Gut for achieving this honour. I feel that we have gained valuable experience from our first season's rowing and I look forward to the rowing club's expansion in the future.

event. (The Alfreds sculler who won this event won the Senior A sculls as well. So Danny did weil for an Under 15 sculler!) As far as I know, Wynberg boys have never received rowing colours. This year three of our oarsmen were awarded these. Congratulations

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Sandringham from the and Bellville. A narrow Gym team saw the side steady deterioration et extremely inept rugby Week.

In last year's is ue of the School Magazine mention wa~ made of disappointing results. This year there was further deterioration. In 1976 Wynberg did not lo e any A team games against Rondebosch or Bishops and won 75'\, of all games played. In 1982 very few games were won agam t the e two schools. In order to e tabli ha rugby renai sance we will have to do much thinking, self e\aluJtmg and then make every effort 10 improve our game.

Transvaal, Rondebosch loss to the strong Paarl at their peak but then a m, culminating in some al the Cape Schools'

A change of coach in midstream wilh Mr Connellan takmg over from Mr John Bond (who left on promotion) wa certainly a contributory factor to the poor mid-season performances. All coaches have slightly different methods and it took a little time for the team to adjust.

Again, because of far too few fields, players had to play mall:"hes and pradi e on borrowed fields at Brookside, Constantia and Plumstead. Our sincere thanks go to Mr Lmnegar and Mr J Horne and the committee of the illagers and the False Ba) Clubs for allowing u to use their fine facilities, without which we would indeed have been in trouble.

An outstandmg Win over a strong Old Boys' team proved a sati fying end to an, at times, difficult but, nevertheless, enjoyable season. Wa ne Col borne was a great strength to the leam as captain. and always gave of hi very best. My personal thanks to him and to Clarke Ellis, the vice-captain, who supported him well at all times.

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Mr Hewett was an outstanding 2nd XV coach, who had the best Interests of both his team and the 1st team at heart and the very good spirit which existed between the 1sts and 2nds in the third term was largely due to him and to the 2nd

The 1st XV 011982 had one of the least successful records for a number of years losing no fewer than 9 of their 18 games. The team started the season extremely well with good wms over

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team captain, lan oble. Mr Bond, a most knowledgeable and dedicated coach, will be missed by Wynberg, but he is a man who deserves to rise in the teaching profession and his promotion to vice-principal of the Kimberley Tech was well merited. Finally, my thanks to Mr Morris, our hardworking rugbyorganiser.

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AWARDS fOR 1982

High (21-6): A good start to the

season against opponents from the Transvaal. With 10 new, caps mistakes were made in the beginning, but the team settled down to give a good account of themselves.

C Ellis, E Dorman, H Taylor, C Gregory, M Gregory, W Col borne, B Peach, J Bing, T Glaum, D Meeser, G Schenck, KeIlerman, A Hardy and H Connellan. Blues: W Colborne, C Ellis, E Oorman and o Meeser. Honours: W Col borne and C Ellis. Craven Week: C Ellis. Colours:

vs Rondebosch (22-18): Wynberg were on top for most of the game and deserved to win by more. Outstanding form by the Rondebosch kicker saw the score reasonably close. vs Be/lvi/le High (35-19): Some outstanding play, interspersed with lapses in concentration, saw Wynberg win comfortably in the end. vs Paarl Gym (Newlands) (0-6): Wynberg acquit-

ted themselves exceptionally well to lose by 2 penalties. A dogged defence and great spirit saw them in the game right up to the very end. vs Paarl Boys High (6-22): Displaying nowhere

near the form of the previous game, Wynberg were well beaten. vs SACS (4-12): A very poor performance. Good pressure by SACS saw Wynberg become rattled. A tendency to play the man rather than the ball led to a deserved defeat. vs D F Malan (23-12): A rather patchy performance. Started poorly but finished well. vs Plumstead (6-7): Wynberg deservedly

lost a game in which their play steadily deteriorated. Cape Schools' Week: vs Dale (7-21): Dale scored all their points in the

last 12 minutes, after which Wynberg threw away two tries owing to bad handling. Two goals were handed to Dale when balls were passed directly to Dale players. Despite being badly beaten in the set pieces, a game in which Wynberg beat themselves. (9-27): Very inept display in which Wynberg had no answer to intensive support and superior handling. Lucky to lose by only 18 points. vs Queen's

v Grey High (6-9): Improved on the Queen's display, but stillieaving a lot to be desired.

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Errol Oorman路 (Centre) Talented player with a fine defence and an ability to cut the line. Hard trainer. Occasionally allowed himself to become rattled and then tried to do too much on his own. Chri Gregory: (Flyhalf and Wing) Talented player with a good turn of speed. Unfortunately did not play in his best position, centre. Did not always fulfil his potential, but an excellent player when on form. Wayne Co/borne: (Scrumhalf) trong and uncompromising. Always leads by exam~le. Incline? to be a little impetuous. eeds to tmprove hiS ability to read the game. Brian Peach: (Prop) Strong and mobile. Could have a big future if he is prepared to learn and to train hard.

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Third Term: vs SACS (9-3): A sound performance. improved on the first game.

Clarke EIIi: (Flyhalf and Fullback) The most talented player in the team. Has the ability to rise to the big occasion. Excellent hands, fast over a short distance, elusive runner, sound defence. Could go far in rugby. A most capable place kicker. Unfortunately, does not always get touch and lacks stamina.

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vs Fish Hoek (9-9): After being put under immense pressure in the first 20 minutes and playing against a strong wind Wynberg got m?re and more into the game. At 9-3 up and pressing hard, they seemed to have the game sewn up. A charged-down kick enabled Fish Hoek to score a rather fortunate goal.

John Bing: (Hooker) ot a great scrum mager, but fast and fiery in the loose. Sometimes a little lazy in training. eeds to work hard in the off season. Could become a very good player.

vs Rondebosch (3-7): A game which Wynberg could have won, but the tendency to make mistakes at the crucial point cost them dearly. evertheless a reasonably satisfadory performance. vs Durbanville (72-9): against a strong team.

A good

Trevor G/aum: (Prop) Tries hard and usually held his own fairly well. Has a fair way to go both in technique and strength to fulfil his obvious potential. Dave Mee er: (Flank) A hard player, quick around the field. Has an excellent defence. Came into his own in the latler part of the season. Rather light at present.

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vs Bi hops (6-25): Well outplayed by a very good Bishops team. The Wynberg team tried very hard and there were striking displays by our loose forwards in particular. But crucial tackling lapses allowed the score to be rather bigger than deserved. vs Plum lead (72-12): on the first Plumstead territorial advantage Wynberg were a little vs Old Boys strong Old vidory. The forwards, in

Granl chenck: (lock) A player who uncomplainingly gave of his best. Despite a lack of ball sense, he strengthens a pack by his determination and attitude. ieJs Verburg: (lock) Tall and strong. A good ball player. Could go far, but may be handicapped by his back problem.

A much improved display game. Enjoying a marked and scoring 3 tries to 1, unlucky to draw.

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(72-B): A very good display against a Boys team sawa rather surprising defence was well organized and the particular, played like tigers.

Critique of 1st XV Players: Howard Tay/or: (Fullback and Centre) A good team man who always tried his best. afe hands but occasionally missed important tackles. Malcolm Gregory路 (Centre and Wing) light and a little lacking in speed. A very good attitude to the game.

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Back Row: ) Hattingh, P Maile, R larsen, A Beveridge, M Schafer 2nd Row M Gray, D Tyler, l du Preez, D Scheil. B Collings. K Phyfer, K Robertson fron! Row T Tyldesley. V de Villiers (Vice-Captain), Mr R Hewett (Coach), I oble (Captain), Mr R Blackbeard (Headmaster), , Dahl, N lewis

Trevor KnOlt.路 (Loek) A mobile,

hard player who was limited in his first team appearances by injury.

results. However, we performed our main task as a pool which provided players to fill vacancies in the 1st XV. I found it a pleasure to work with lan Noble's boys.

Hardy: (8th Man) Big and strong. At his best in driving play. Could have a good future if he develops his ball sense.

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J Bing, T Tyldesley, J Dahl, R larsen, T Glaum and H Connellan.

(Flank) Hard and tough and got through an enormous amount of work. Without a great deal of ball sense, but always gave of his best. Must control his temperament. ick KeIlerman:

Captain: I oble Vice-Captain: V de Villiers Results: P W L D 14 5 7 2

Howard Connellan: (8th Man and Flank) Very light, but fast. Has a good feel for loose forward play. A much improved player over the season who worked hard at his game.

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Outstanding team spirit, very good leadership from lan oble and consistently good play by the forwards were the hallmarks of a very happy 2nd XV this year. Some unfortunate and somewhat unlucky losses detract from what could have been a more successful season in terms of

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matches were close ones, but the team lacked the spirit to drive in and win their games. At the beginning of the third term we acquired Warren Marks and it was his leadership qualities which spurred his team on to greater efforts and we started playing with more fire and determination. Our best game of the season was the last one, against Paarl Boys' High (an unbeaten side at that stage). We won 6-4 and it was our determination and tackling which kept the hard running Paarl backs from penetrating our defence. We enjoyed a marked territorial advantage during the game, but their defence was also tight. Our points came from two penalties goaled by Gary Woof. This game was really a high note on which to end the season. Probably the most reliable and consistent players of the thirds was scrumhalf Grant Thorburn. His elusiveness and good breaks made many a try and he was always prepared to go in for a low tackle. The success story of the season was backline player, Dieter Kellermann, who started as a reserve for fourths and ended up as a valuable member of the thirds. He even had a few practices for seconds to his credit. He was always keen to do his bit and never complained when things were rough. Congratulations to Warren Marks and his thirds for their progress during the season. AT

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Our most consistent try scorer of the season was Chris Daly while Karl von Bentheim was often seen in a horizontal position, suspended in midair, diving towards the line. The side was extremely weil led by Brett Baker whose bison-like roars of encouragement motivated many a lethargic fourth-teamer. Craig Simons, vice captain and scrumhalf, was always in the thick of things and we should like to congratulate him on surviving the season. He was often given insufficient protection by our forwards and his subsequent disappearance under a heap of studshod forwards was often looked upon by the local medic with alarm and concern. His reappearance with a nifty touch kick was typical of the spirit of the fourths. My thanks go all players for their high spirits and enthusiasm. AT

UNDER 19D RUGBY Coach: Mr Ray Connellan (2nd Term) Mark Louw and Mr A Todd (3rd Term)

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The fourth team was very fortunate in having the experience and enthusiasm of Mr Connellan during the first half of the season and he provided the team with a good grounding. During the second half of the season, Mark Louw joined the fourths as assistant coach and his help and enthusiasm was well received. The spirit of the fourths was always high and all games were played with determination and gusto. Most scores were very close and we were unlucky to lose against Paarl Gym (16-10) early on during the season. Our best game was against Abbotts B side, whom we beat 16-14. This was a very hard match and all players gave of their best. Good, strong running was a feature of the game while James Lamont, making a comeback to rugby, scored 12 of our 16 points. SPO

The Under 19E rugby team is not really a team, but rather a reserve tank to be tapped by the teams above it when emergencies arise. evertheless, matches are arranged against various schools in the Southern Suburbs. There has, however, emerged a disturbing feature among the boys who do not make the first four teams in the Under 19 age division. Their players lack a sense of committment. They attend practices with reluctance and give the impression that they are not particularly interested in rugby. This is a pity, because many of these boys would find a great deal of fun in this game if only they were prepared to adopt a more positive approach. PE 0

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T Malan, J Cheminais, C Ellis, J Foox, EMaritz, P Verny, M Olivier, M Blight

D Fyle, Mr A Blackbeard (Coach). M Rlxon (Captain), Mr R 81ackbeard (Headmaster), M Searle (Vice-Captaon). Mr V Polden (Coach), G Gatzanis

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Looking back upon this rugby season I (eel like Charlie Brown at the end of the baseball season. The A side never really got of( the ground, but they did have two very good games in the first hal( of the season when they drew with Paarl Gym and went down to a good Bishops team.

It was a very disappointing season in which this team managed to win only 2 out of their 12 games. Reasons (or this poor performance are not difficult to find: The team was captained by 4 captains during the season, 37 players were used, the team lacked motivation, there was poor attendance at pradices and there was no depth in the Under 16 division.

Why the team did not succeed in their other games worried us and we could not put our finger on the problem. We lost Brian Peach a~d eil Verburg to the (irst team, but that was still no excuse for the poor performance of the side as a whole.

Congratulations go to P Day and R O'Donoghue who were the only two members of the B-side who played in all the games, O'Donoghue was also the top scorer in the B-team.

All the players excelled at one time or another, although never consistently. However, the play of "Guppy" Gatzanis and Dirk Fyfe was not only consistent but o( a very high standard. Amongst the backs Michael Rixon at full back was sound and Adriaan Dix's performance in the Bishops game will always be remembered.

I sincerely hope that the B-team players will have greater success next year.

VP UNDER 16C and D RUGBY A disappointing feature which proved very important towards the end of the season was the limited number of boys playing rugby in the Under 16 division. As the season progressed fewer and fewer players were available. This was

I hope everything works out for this team in their Under 19 season because they deserved better results this past season. A B

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remarkable hesitancy to tackle. One is reminded of Shakespeare's: "Fear and be slain I".

due to injury and loss of players to the B team. The result was a pradically non-existent D team and frequent difficulties in raising a eteam.

Special thanks to Michael Einarsen and Sean Abbott who led by example throughout a difficult season. Thanks also to those keen and dedicated players who made up the back-bone of the side.

The e team had the further disadvantage of being a very small side and, in addition, a number of matches were played against the B teams of other schools.

Rugby must not be regarded as a simple game. It is an intricate game full of crises and climaxes. These intricacies are to be met as a challenge, if the game is to be enjoyed.

On the other hand, lack of interest, commitment and "guts" contributed greatly to the side's poor performances. Movem~nts so often broke down because of an inner fear of pending misfortune, and the majority of the players showed a

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Back Row' C Bos. I Sutherland. 2nd Row. G Stiles. CUpton, Front Row: D Godden.

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player, captain and leader and he was faithfully and most ably supported by his team. In this leam, which is full of potential, it is very difficult to single out any players. However, Warren Zeeman was the top scorer and Dean Seeliger was the find of the season.

UNDER 15A RUGBY I have nothing but praise for the spirit and attitude shown by this team during practices and matches. Their enthusiasm made coaching such a pleasure. Initially this team was extremely unlucky in losing narrowly to RBHS (8-12), SACS (8-10) and Paarl Boys' High (0-6). After these losses the team was on the winning side for six matches until they were defeated by RBHS (4-15) in their worst display of the season. Although playing good rugby throughout the season, this team still suffered two heavy defeats Paarl Gym (19-6) and Bishops (24-4). On three occasions this team showed their true playing potential with integrated and dominating rugby against ACS (124), FHHS (24-0) and Plumstead (27-0).

This leam ended the season off by winning our Under 15 7-a-side tournament. Here Dean Godden, lan Sutherland, Bruce Andrew and Jimmy Loxton proved to be players of much promise and flair. KJP

UNDER 15B RUGBY I wish to congratulate this team on the fine spirit and attitude they displayed during matches and practices, They co-operated well and formed a sound unit which, I think, enjoyed playing together. Certainly the absence of bickering was heartening.

During this year Mark Wiederkehr carried lhe responsibility of a caplain. He was a fine rugby PO

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UNDER 15C AND D RUGBY We started the season with only enough players for four paper sides. Injuries soon put paid to any hopes of fielding a 0 side and after a few disastrous efforts to match our O's against superior opponents, the 0 side was disbanded.

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Their willingness to experiment and take the initiative led to some good play that was characterized by some rousing forward rushes led by Helders, Schenck and Bos. They had good wins over Paarl Boys' High, Bellville, SACS and 0 F Malan. Members of this team included Mitchell, Gatzanis, Lamont, Gut, Hawkins, Wilson, Gottgens, Heldess, Schenck, Muller, Bos (captain), Gibbs, Gorrie and Le Roux. GJ H We'cJ beller

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The team spirit and loyalty shown by the remaining twenty players was a heartwarming experience. There have been cases of boys standing down for some games so that others may play and at most matches we had 16-17 players ready to take the fjeld. For a side that won only two matches this season, they have no feelings of inferiority. The team played some good, hard, attradive games, notably against Bishops and Paarl Gym, against whom we suffered narrow defeats after putting up a magnificent effort. We thank willingness

Mr O'Reilly for his assistance and to take up the whistle on Saturdays. J GL

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14A RUGBY TEAM

J Lud,k, PUpion, C Hammond, P van Lilsenborgh, G Har!

H Duddy, G W,ndo, D Lardner-Burke,

S Hunl, M Power, M Keylock

G BatrslOw, Mr NR Crawford (Coach), P van Schalkwyk (Caplain), Mr N R Blackbeard (Headmasler), T Connellan (Vice-Caplatn), Mr P Wessels, T Smilh

hesitant on defence. Henry Duddy was excellent on defence, although he was inclined to break too often and tended to drift across the field. He is a strong runner.

UNDER 14 A RUGBY Congratulations to this dedicated side which made coaching such an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Fitness and motivation were key fadors in making our season successful and enjoyable. A great spirit existed amongst the players and I sincerely appreciate the support and encouragement received from parents at all times.

Jo Ludik proved to be a competent player - he distributed the ball well, although he was a little slow. He must concentrate on his game. Grant Bariston developed into a most enthusiastic, aggressive and determined scrumhalf. He has a useful, pass although he is stili a little slow.

Peter van Schalkwyk proved an outstanding captain. His positional play is excellent and he has proved to be a very good tackler and kicker. He has the ability to think under pressure. Tim Connellan, a sound vice-captain, proved an excellent tadician. He thinks all the time on the rugby field, exercising outstanding positional play and kicking extremely well. Although a little slow, Paddy Upton at fullback has safe hands, a good boot and is a fearless tackler. Trevor Smith proved a light, but determined and darting ferret, while Peter van litsenborgh was an incredibly fast wing. He was, however, a little SPo

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Our engine room, comprising Miles Keylock, Gary Hart and Gary Winslo proved a fairly light front row, which lacked strength. Keylock was a solid, land-marking prop, while Winslo will probably do better as a loose forward once he develops strength. Hart proved to be a most useful hooker with an effective strike. Although he has a size disadvantage, he gave of his best at all times. As flanks, Darryl Lardner-Burke improved as the season progressed, while Mark Power proved to

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be a magnificent, aggressive and pacy loose forward. Our Locks: Colin Hammond contributed greatly to the success of the team. He also initiated many forward drives. Spencer Hunt proved to be a great line-out jumper. He was a little slow around the field and at times showed a reluctance to get "stuck-in". N C

This was not a particularly successful season from a statistical point of view. evertheless, the team seemed to enjoy the season and, on occasions, played some attractive rugby. The strength of side lay in the forwards, where AndrĂŠ Kotze, Jason Crowe and Shaun Leibowitz often turned in sterling performances. On the whole, the back play was weak, and there was an obvious reluctance to tackle. Anton Doyle could develop into a useful scrumhalf, while John Slyper might still become a penetrating centre. Gary Mulder proved to be a capable captain and more than useful flyhalf. I shall follow the fortunes of this team with interest, as they have not as yet really played to their true potential. PW Here ;r comes!

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UNDER 14C RUGBY TEAM Back Row' G Budge, K Oates, K Enzlln, RIlbrahamse,

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UNDER I)A RUGBY TEAM Back Row. S Boster, SStoddan,

R Verburg, R Templeton, R Felst 2nd Row' J MaraIs II Kets, C van Rensburg, Verney, P Opie, W Frelmond, II Pearse Fron! Row

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UNDER 14C AND D RUGBY It is always rewarding to coach rugby teams that enjoy their rugby and turn out to pradices in full strength and do their best at all times. Such was the case with the Under 14C and D teams of 1982. Team spirit was very good, especially in the C team. The boys were always keen to play their matches and to do well. It was the spirit in which they played their games which, to my mind, made them such a successful team this season. The C team lost two of their matches, but they could easily have won them all. However, this was not to be. evertheless, the joy of it all was that the results of the matches played were never as important to the boys as the enjoyment they found in their rugby. 0 de la M

Our last match was on the Saturday and we were drawn against orthern Transvaal. In another very close game we lost 12-11 in the closing minutes. Craven Week 1982 was a most enjoyable experience for us all. Clark Ellis 1st XV RUGBY TOUR The members of the first rugby team travelled to Queenstown during the June holidays to participate in a Cape Schools' Rugby Week. Four Western Cape schools, Rondebosch, Wynberg, Plumstead and SACS played against some Eastern Cape schools, namely Muir, Dale, Queens and Grey. Queens College were the hosts and all the teams stayed in two hostels. Our hosts were very hospitable and friendly. During our stay in Queenstown the Wynberg and Queens rugby sides were invited to one of the farms in the Cathcart Distrid where we were shown around the farm and treated to a braai. We went later to see some Bushman paintings in Transkei.

UNDER 13 A and B RUGBY Our A team fared slightly better than the B's this season, winning six, losing five and drawing once, the B's winning three matches. Most heartening in both teams was the marked improvement shown by the backs, with Anton Lundy captaining the A's and Andrew Kets the B's. Among the often caught attack, while was a delight. runner, and try-scorers.

Unfortunately, our 1st XV lost the three matches they played against Queens, Dale and Grey. Our team had two close matches against Dale and Grey where we lost by only a few points.

A backs Stanford Boster, though in possession, proved elusive on PaulOpey's rapid improvement For the B's, Jason Tibbs, a forceful speedy Dino Bienz were chief E Band R R

The members of the Wynberg touring party were fine ambassadors for the school. Ties with the Eastern Cape schools were strengthened. ew friendships were also established between the Wynberg and Rondebosch pupils while travelling to and from Queenstown in the same bus. HT

CRAVEN WEEK 1982 This year the Craven Week Tournament was held in the dry, but beautiful capitalof South West Africa, Windhoek. As the South Westers love their rugby, this was an ideal venue for the Week.

THANKS Mr Blackbeard is again thanked for his continued interest and support which are much appreciated. The following coaches are all thanked for what they gave to rugby during the 1982 season: Messrs Connellan and Bond (1st XV); Hewett (2nd XV): Todd (3rd and 4th); Decker (the 5th's who played speciallyarranged matches); A Blackbeard and Polden (Under 16 A and B); E Pretorius (Under 16 C); K Pretorius and G Hili (Under 15 A and B); Louw (Under 15 c); O'Reilly (Under 15 D); Crawford and Wessels (Under 14 A and B); De la Mare (Under 14 C and D); Merts (Under 14 E); Blignaut and Radloff (Under 13 A and B).

The Western Province XV flew up to Windhoek and were welcomed by a crowd of rugby fans. We were taken by bus to our hostel accommodation. Our first game was on a Tuesday so we had Monday to get to know each other. We won first game against Western Transvaal, 22-6. the Wednesday we held a pradice and then some sight-seeing.

the our On did

Our next match was against South Eastern Transvaal, the team who eventually went through to win the tournament. We lost 13-9 in a very close, hard game. SPO

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The ladies who serve at the tuck shop from Mondays to Saturdays are thanked for all they do for the boys at the school and for rugby and hockey players and spectators on Saturday mornings. Their kindness and cheerfulness are much appreciated. Mr Payne's care of the fields appreciated.

RUGBY TROPHIES FOR 1982 The Brian Steyl Trophy for the Most Improved Rugby Player (Under 19) D KeIlerman The P de Villiers Wahl Cup for the Most Improved Rugby Player (Under 15/16) P Verney The Azriel Fine Award for the Most Improved Rugby Player (Under 13/14) G Byrne The Denis Fagan Junior Cup for the Under 13/14/15 Team with the best points for/against record Under 14 C Team The Eric Tasker Cup for the Winners of the InterHouse Rugby Competition Rhodes House

is also greatly

A sincere thank you goes to Mr Tony Blackbeard and his helpers for their very efficient control of the rugby balls. The referees who controlled matches on Saturdays are: Messrs Boonzaier, Brown, Botha, J and P Edwards, Greenblatt, Dr Ger, Smith, Snowball, McEwan, Hopwood, Levy, Louw, Joffe, Hammond, Luman, Green, De Waal and Cross. They are all thanked for their help.

SHOOTING 1982 has been a rather lean year for shooting. There were no "Superstars" like the Van Diggeles, De Beers or Englands of the previous years, but just a group of very keen and very hardworking boys who spent many hours at the shooting butts.

L Schel hase, B Hudson and D BowmakerFalconer are thanked for their work as press attachĂŠs for 1982. AM

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Back Row: E Slender, T Knou, I Szablowski, A \Ian der Merwe Front Row: Mr ) M Blom (Coach), M HalsIead. Mr

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in the D league and 3rd and 4th in the E league as well as two Junior School teams who achieved 4th place in the D league and 5th in the E league. These results bear testimony to the enthusiasm and dedication of the players as well as the overwhelming grassroots support which the game is now enjoying. The Wynberg Silverhurst team consisted of: Steven Armstrong (captain), Greg Hammond, Howard Taylor and Allan Lawrence. This team came 3rd on the ladder, only 1 point behind Camps Bay Green in 2nd place and was unaltered throughout the season - an excellent record of consistency. The Wynberg Constantia team was made up of: Darren Breed (captain), Sean O'Connell, Graham English and Howard Connellan. Darren played consistently to win 10 of his 13 matches and thereby assisted his team to 4th place on the ladder.

Taking aim

We were not entirely without success. Although we were not placed among the first three in the Western Province Command Competition, we obtained excellent results in the Regional Cadet Competition, winning three of the four trophies. Our Juniors won their section, while the Seniors attained a second position. We were placed first in the Combined Junior and Senior Team Competition. Jeremy Edgar won the cup for the Best Junior Shottist, and he was closely followed by Anthony Seale, who was second. In the Senior section Martin Halstead and Andrew du Plessis were second and third, respectively. If we stick to our guns and continue with our practice program, we could have a very good team for 1983. No bull! JM B

Darren

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SQUASH 1982 has been another Wynberg Squash.

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Two teams were entered in the Superleague: Wynberg Silverhurst and Wynberg Constantia. Wynberg and Camps Bay High completely dominated the Superleague with the two Camps Bay teams coming first and second on the ladder with Silverhurst in 3rd position and Constantia 4th. We had another eight league teams which came fourth in the A league, second in the B leagl,;e, 6th and 7th in the C league, 3rd and 7th SPo

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SUPER UAGUE SQUASH TEAMS (CO STA TlA A 0 SllVERHURST SIDES) Back Row' GEngiish,S

O'Connell, H Connellan, A lawrence, H Taylor, G Hammond F'onc Row. Mr P Joseph, D Breed (Constantia Team Captain) Mr R Blackbeard (Headmasler), S Armslrong (Silverhurs! Team Caplaln!. Mr B Greenwood

Three of Ihe Superleague players will be matriculating this year (Connellan, Taylor and Lawrence) and we thank them for their contribution. However, there are a number of up and coming players (D O'Connell, T Connellan and R Beyleveldt) who will ensure that our Superleague teams maintain the high standards of skill and sportsmanship to which we have become accustomed.

on a round robin basis. In Standard lO Howard Taylor won the cup.

The top five Superleague players combined in the Inter-School Knockout Competition where they beat Bishops 4- 1 in the semi-finals and in an extremely close contest, where each player played an opponent seeded above them in the Western Province teams, we lost 1-4 to Camps Bay.

In the Standard 7 championship ean O'Connell had little opposition so he won the cup.

In the Standard 9 championships Darren Breed beat Hammond, English and Beyleveldt to win the cup. In the Standard 8 championship Steven Armstrong played some token matches but had no opposition to prevent him winning the cup.

The House championships were played at the start of the second term. The result was a clear win for Rhodes. The school Under 15 and Open championships started after the May exams. The Under 15 championship was won by Tim Connellan. The

The First term standard championships were run

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Open tournament was run on a knock-out basis with Darren Breed beating teven Armstrong in the final.

Boy led by Jeff Sternslow and the Maintenance Staff led by Mr Payne. The season has run smoothly with the aid of parents, providing transport. Messrs Joseph, Iliffe, Smith, Blacklaws. Midlane and Greenwood are to be thanked for managing and transporting teams throughout the Peninsula. BG

The Western Province Schools Squash teams were chosen after the A cot Championships played at Green Point during April. Darren Breed reached the Under 19 Finals while Steven Armstrong lost to the eventual winner in the semi-finals. Darren and teven were selected with Sean O'Connell for the Western Province Under 19A team. Graham English lost a marathon plate semi-final match that earned him a place in the We tern Province Under 19B team with Greg Hammond.

STOP PRESS: Congratulations to Darren Breed and Steven Armstrong, who were chosen to pla in the very successful Western Province Mens C Team to play in the Jarvis Cup Competition in Port Elizabeth during the July holidays. Steven Armstrong was also chosen for the outh African Under 16 quash team which :oured Britain during the second term.

Tim Connellan reached the Under 15 plate final by beating Gary Wilson in the semi-final and they were both seleded with Gary Mulder for the Western Province Under 15B team.

SURFING

John van Oordt and Brian O'Connell both reached the Under 13112semi-finals, but lost to more fancied players. Brian was seleded for the Western Province Under 131/2team and John was joined by David Mills in the Under 13V2Bteam.

The 1982 Western Province Interschools' urfing Contest lasted two days. The first day saw contestants battling for points in extremely poor surf condition at Long Beach. However. the surf improved con Iderabl the following day and the conte t was shifted to Witsands and held in two-metre surf.

At the Protea Championships run during August, Darren Breed reached the Under 19 Finals. Sean O'Connell reached the semi-finals and Greg Hammond lost in the quarter finals. In the Under 16 Championships, Steven Armstrong reached the finals and Greg and Sean both reached the semi-finals. The Under 14 championships were affeded by school matches and Brian O'Connell and Gary Wilson reached the quarter finals. while in the Under 12 championships Brian O'Connell beat John van Oordt (both from the Junior School) in the Finals.

The Wynberg Junior teams surfed well and finished 2nd and 3rd overall. Hattingh of the Junior A team surfed through to the final, in which he took 3rd place. He has been included in the Western Province chools' Team which surfs against the rest of the country at Jeffre s Bay later in the year. CF

1982 AWARDS

SWIMMING

Colours: Steven Armstrong. Howard Taylor, Alan Lawrence and Howard Connellan. Re-awarded to Breed, Hammond. O'Connell and English.

Wynberg Boys' High chool seems to be right on top again and, with all the promising juniors and the dedication of the team as a whole, we should be able to tay there for the next few years. We were ery fortunate in being asked out to the opening gala in Hottentots-Holland High School's new swimming pool on the 10th March 1982. Here the team were able to show their talent and won nearly all of their events.

Blue: Steven Armstrong, Sean O'Connell, Greg Hammond and Graham English. Re-awarded to Darren Breed. Honours:

Darren Breed.

Squash Bowl for Darren Breed.

Oul tanding

Achievement:

The day before this we had had a most successful gala at Rondebosch Boys' High chool, where we managed to achieve first place overall and Win the tevens Shield. At this gala the team really distinguished themselves by claiming

As we come to the end of another outstanding season we would like to thank the Old Boys for their support and encouragement. Much work has been done on the courts. especially in painting and waterproofing by both the Old PO

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twelve first places and establishing records.

INTER-HOUSE SWIMMING GALA RESULTS Thursday 15 October 1981

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We also had a number of swimmers representing the Western Province Senior Schools Team: Gavin Rix (Under 19), Philip van iekerk and Marc Wiederkehr (Under 16). and Glen Hignett (Under 14). These boys took part in the South African Senior Schools' Championships at the Beach Baths in Durban and they all did very well. Gavin Rix and Philip van iekerk were also chosen to swim for the Western Province Currie Cup Team which competed in Pretoria in March of this year.

Under 14 - Individual Medley (4 x 1 length) 1st: M Wiederkehr (W), 2nd: M Daly (W), 3rd: B Steven (L/W). Time: 1:14,0 Record: A Cape (1:12,7) 1976 Under 16 - Individual Medley (4 x 1 length) 1st: G Rix (D/W), wnd: P van iekerk (R), 3rd: M Steven (L/W). Record Time: 1:06,0 Under 19 - Individual Medley (4 x 1 length) 1st: C Prinsloo (V/R), 2nd: L Slabbert (V/R), 3rd: A MacTavish (R). Time: 1:09,4 Record: C Buchanan (1:08,0) 1979

This year Honours were awarded to Gavin Rix and Philip van iekerk. Blues went to Craig Smith (re-award), Andrew Buchanan, Robert Kropp (re-award), Marc Stevens, Marc Wiederkehr and Glen Hignett. Colours went to Craig Smith (Junior) and Karl Bertenshaw. Pvan N

Under 14 - House Medley Relay (4 x 1 length) 1st: Wellington, 2nd: Littlewood, 3rd: De Waal. Record Time: 1:06,5

Philip van iekerk was awarded a new trophy for the Swimmer bringing most recognition to Wynberg Boys' High School. He secured no fewer than six Western Province records.

Under 16 - House Medley Relay (4 x 1 length) 1st: Rhodes, 2nd: Littlewood, 3rd: De Waal. Record Time: 1:00,40 Under 19 - House Medley Relay (4 x 1 length) 1st: Van Riebeeck, 2nd: Littlewood,3rd: Rhodes. Record Time: 59,5

Thanks again to those parents who gave us their loyal and enthusiastic support.

SWIMMING

TEAM

Back Row C Smith. " Bertenshaw, C Hammond, A Pearce 2nd Row M Steven, G Hlgnen (W~tf'rn Province Schools), A Burnanan, C Smith, R Kropp, B Steven, M Oaly Fronc RoW' G Rlx ' ....estern Province Senior Team and choolsl. Mr N R Crawford (Master-In-Charge). L Slabben (Captain), Mr " R 81ackbeard (Headmaster), M Wlederkehr (W~tern Province Schools) ~b.sent P van "le erk 1V\~tern Province Senior Team and Schools)

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Under 1st: M 3rd: Time:

19 - 100 m Breaststroke Seale (D/W), 2nd: G Walsh (l/W), lewis (l/W). 1:23,4 Record: A Cape (1:15,0) 1979

Open - 400 m Freestyle 1st: P van iekerk (R), 2nd: G Rix (D/W), 3rd: M Wiederkehr (W). Time: 4:32,85 Record: C Buchanan (4:24,2) 1979 Under 14 - 100 m Backstroke 1st: M Wiederkehr (W), 2nd: M Daly (W), 3rd: I Wilkinson (D/W). Time: 1:17,4 Record: C Buchanan (1:15,2) 1976 Under 16 -lOOm Backstroke 1st: G Rix (D/W), 2nd: I Prinsloo (VIR), 3rd: Q Baker (R). Time: 1:11,4 Record: C Buchanan (1:10,0) 1977 Under 19 - 100 m Backstroke 1st: C Prinsloo (VIR), 2nd: M McTavish (R), 3rd: S O'Dowd (W). Time: 1:16,4 Record: C Buchanan (1 :06,7) 1979

Under 16 - 50 m BuHerfly (2 lengths) 1st: C Smith (l/W), 2nd: A du Plessis(W), 3rd: R Kropp (VIR). Time: 32,0 Record: I Melliar (31,7) 1976

On h,s way!

Under 14 - 100 m Freestyle 1st: M Wiederkehr (W), 2nd: BKriel (R), 3rd: M Daly (W). Record Time: 1:02,3 Under 16 - 100 m Freestyle 1,1: P van iekerk (R), 2nd: M Steven (L/W), 3rd: A du Plessis(W). Record Time: 58,9 Under 19 - 100 m Freestyle 1st: l Slabbert (VIR), 2nd: C Prinsloo (VIR), 3rd: S Searle (R). Time: 1:01,68 Record: P Roseveare (SB,7) 1977 Under 14 - 100 m Breaststroke 1st: B Steven (L/W), 2nd: S Mizen (l/W), 3rd: I Wilkinson (D/W). Time: 1:28,3 Record: A Cape (1:19,3) 1976 Under 16 - 100 m Bre;utstroke lsl: G Rix (D/W), 2nd: M Steven (l/W), 3rd: ASeale (D/W). Time: 1:18,9 Record: A Cape (1:14,3) 1977 SPO

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Under 19 - 100 m BuHerfly 1st: R ford (VIR), 2nd: S Searle (R), 3rd: I Joubert (l/W). Time: 1:15,3 Record: I Melliar (1:05,7) 1977 Under 14 - 25 m BuHerfly (1 length) 1st: 0 Vaughan (l/W), 2nd: E Heyns (R), 3rd: P le Roux (W). Time 16,57 Record: A du Plessis (14,7) 1979 Under 16 - 200 m Freestyle 1st: P van iekerk (R), 2nd: R Kropp (VIR), 3rd: B Vernon (R). Time: 2:09,3 Record: C Buchanan (2:09,2) 1977 Under 19 - 200 m Freestyle 1st: L Slabbert (VIR), 2nd: R ford (VIR), 3rd: M Myerson (UW). Time: 2:18,8 Record: K Perry (2:08,4) 1974 Under 14 - 1 Length Sprint 1st: S Mizen (L/W), 2nd: 0 Gibbs (R), 3rd: 0 Vaughan (l/W). Time: 14,37 Record: A du Plessis (13,5) 1979 Under 16 - 200 m 1st: ASeale (D/W), 3rd: K Robertshaw Time: 3:13,15

Breaststroke 2nd: K Bertenshaw (DIW), (D/W). Record: A Cape (2:42,3) 1977 FIRST TABlf

Under 19 - 200 m Breaststroke 1st: M Seale (DIW), 2nd: 0 Rheeder (UW). 3rd: J Swanepoel (DIW). Time: 3:08,1 Record: A Cape (2:35,5) 1979

IS TEAM

Back Row: B QUlnlon. B Keylock.

Pinder

F,onl Row' Mr C Unde, (Masler,'n.Charge).

G Johnson (Captain). Mr R Blackbea,d (Headmasler) Ab ent. P van der RIel

Under 14 - House Relay (4 x 1 length) 1st: Wellington, 2nd: Littlewood, 3rd: Rhodes. Record TIme: 57,1

Dunwoody ( enior B), C MacCillivray (Under 15A) and S Read (Under 15B), displayed exceptionalleadership, both at matches and coaching sessions.

Under 16 - House Relay (4 x 2 lengths) 1st: Rhodes, 2nd: De Waal, 3rd: Litllewood. Record Time: 1:59,68

J Dunwoody's team had outstanding success, winning 10 out of their 12 matches, and were only narrowly defeated in the two matches which they lost.

Under 19 - House Relay (4 x 2 lengths) 1st: Rhodes, 2nd: Littlewood, 3rd: Van Riebeeck. Record Time: 1:56,58 FINAL HOUSE POINTS 1st: Littiewood 2nd: Rhodes 3rd: Wellington 4th: De Waal.. 5th: Van Riebeeck

TEN

1981 140 Points 121 Points 107 Points 102 Points l0l Points

Since most of our team members were involved in playing other major sports as well, our biggest problem was to fit suitable coaching sessions into an already busy timetable. Many of our best players are not in Matric and thus the future of our Table Tennis team is extremelyexciting.

TABLE TENNIS

CJ L

This year we had four solid teams, two in the Senior Division and two in the Under 15 Division of the league. All players showed an enormous amount of enthusiasm and optimism, even though we could not effedively compete against all the strongest teams in the league.

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Senior team. Van Riebeeck won the competition with 47 points, only 2 points ahead of Rhodes.

Our league teams did reasonably well in the first term. The first team won four and lost four matches in the Super League - particularly strong this year. Coming fourth in this league is a very fine achievement for our young side. They have gone from strength to strength and should do even better In the coming season.

At the end of the season we were happy to have a team of eight players down from Union High School, Graaff Reniet. Wynberg won the match fairly comfortably. We all then enjoyed a sumptuous braai, together with the girls' team which had just played our girls' school. We were urged by our visitors to bring a team up to their area and we hope to take up this invitation next year. We would urge our younger and less experienced players to take everyopportunity to play, learn and practise. Don't hesitate to challenge for a position in a team - in this way our standard is kept high. Finally, our sincere thanks to Messrs Meyer, Hewett, Midlane, Bester and Povey for their as istance and encouragement. CM

WATER POLO 1st WATER POLO TEAM (1981/82 SEASON) We started this season with only five experienced first team players. Thus our side was very young (made up mainly of players who had Just left the Under 15 division), but as their experience and confidence grew, so did the performance and spirit of the side.

Back Row

Our game against Rondebosch and two encounters with SACS were our only unsuccessful encounters of the season. But as the season progressed our performance improved, so that we can confidently state that we are now the top school side in the Cape.

FIRST TEN IS TEAM J CZlkk.1 Koning. A Helmbold

A Grendon.

Fron! Row Mr N R Blackbt>ald (Headmaster). C Vleyer (CaptaIn). VIr R Hewett (Coach)

One of the highlights of the season must surely have been our game against SACS at ewlands. Played in front of a large crowd the pace was extremely fast. Provincial water polo officials who were present, commented that it was the best schoolboys game they had seen for a long time. After leading 5-2 at the end of the second chukka we were narrowly defeated 10-9.

The second team seemed to take some time to settle down and did not fare toO well in the early matches of the season. Once our new first team is selected for next season we hope to see the seconds settle down and form a good team. The other four teams also did well, with the third and fourth teams losing only one match each during the season. Well done!

Other highlights of the season were our two revenge victories over Rondebosch and a good win against Cape Town High.

In all we have a well-balanced contingent of league teams with a number of young players challenging for a place in one of the lower teams.

The Western Province Water Polo side was selected at the end of the first term. Our players performed very well and Lance Slabbert, Andrew acTavish and Leon Oosthuizen were chosen to represent the Western Pro ince Under 19 A side

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WATERPOLO TOURING TEAM 1982 J Prinsloo. A Buchanan, L OosthuIzen, A MacTavlsh (Vice-Captain), R Crawford (Coach), M Peach, L Slabbert (Captain), P van iekerk, Q Baker, R Kropp In Front. G Rix Absent A Seale

while Gavin Rix (captain), Philip van iekerk, Mike Peach, Anthony Seale, Quentin Baker and Andrew Buchanan were chosen to represent the Under 19 Colts side. We toured atal during the September holidays (separate report) and played in a round robin tournament at the beginning of the first term. In the round robin we were the only unbeaten side, defeating Cape Town High 7-1, Camps Bay 5-0, Rondebosch 5-2 and SACS 3-1. We are now preparing for the Mazinter Cup which we hope to return to Wynberg. LCS

A sincere word of Ihanks lo Ihose parenIs who supported and encouraged us, and 10 Messrs Decker, Blackbeard, De la Mare, Falck, Linder and Blacklaws for Ihe lime Ihey have devoled 10 Ihe game.

Markmg

A special word of Ihanks lo Mr Peler Melliar for donaling a fine set of goals to Wynberg Boys' High School - we are extremely graleful for his kindness and continued interest in our school. RC

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NATAL WATER POLO TOUR (SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 1982) It was decided during the first term that, to gain valuable experience and to prepare ourselves for the forthcoming season, we would tour atal during our September vacation. A most pleasing feature of the team was their keenness to start training immediately. Our departure on the 30th September was preceded by three freezing training sessions in our new pool and everyone was soon dreaming of the warm waters of Durban. On arrival at louis Botha Airport we were met by Mr Eddie Hili from Mansfield High, our hosts until the Sunday morning. On Saturday, after relaxing on Thursday and Friday, we started our Water Polo games. Our first game was against Queens College from the Eastern Cape. Under strid orders from Mr Connellan we defeated them 9-2. Forty minutes later we again entered the water, this time against our ho ts, Mansfield. We defeated them

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II wa a greal pleasure laking Ihis fine group of players on [our. They gave of Iheir very besl al all limes and crealed a fine imp res ion.

RC UNDER 15 WATER POLO In spite of being without our pool during the first term, the Under 15 Water Polo group continued 10 display the enthusiasm of former seasons. The absence of proper training facilities did affeo the standard of play and it came as no surprise to see the improved water polo from this group during the short time that the new pool was available to us. We look forward to making full use of the extra training time and better facilities that the new pool will offer us. The A team, with the exception of Mark Wiederkehr, lacked swimmers of real speed. This was particularly noticeable against schools such as Rondebosch and SACS. evertheless, they played with admirable spirit and chalked up a number of impressive vioories. The B, C and D teams also acquitted themselves well this season and continue to enjoy their water polo. D de la M, G F and P E 0 \ 1 Oml hUILf'"

11-3 Immediately after lunch we re umed our games, this time against Durban High chool. We lost thiS game 4-8. That e~ening we changed venue to the Durban Beach Baths. The fatigue from the 3 morning games was clearly visible and we went down 5-1 to Glenwood. Our last game was on the unday morning. Westville was a fairly strong side and we started off slowly. Our play improved in the last two chukkas, but it was too late and we went down 7-3. That afternoon we left our hosts and moved to the Holiday Inn. V\ie spent the remainder of Sunday relaxing at the beach. On the 'vIonday morning we rose early and travelled through to Pietermaritzburg to support our cricket side which was playing against Durban High School.

UNDER tSA WATER POLO TEAM

That afternoon and Tuesday we relaxed at the beach. Surfrng, sun tanning and body surfing kept us occupied.

Bdd< Row

Features of the tour were: an excellent team Spirit, outstanding play by certain individuals and the enjoyable time everyone had. A word of thanks to Mr Crawford parents who made thiS tour possible.

B Knel

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Fronr Ro ... M Daly Mr PE Decker (Coach), M ....'ederkehr Captain,. 'vir R Blackbt'drd IHeadmd-,er). P le Roux

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OBITUARIES DOCOTTON It is a privilege to write this tribute to Do Cotton, whom I met in 1971 when I joined the staff of Wynberg Boys' High School as assistant secretary. Do retired in 1973. She had been associated with the Wynberg Schools for seventeen years, during which time she was secretary to both the High and Junior Schools until the Junior School enrolment warranted the appointment of a secretary. Do was a most capable and efficient person with a great capacity to accomplish a myriad of tasks effectively in her quiet, unassuming manner. She will be remembered, by all who knew her, for her helpfulness and patience in dealing with their problems. I kept in touch with Do after she left Wynberg and spent many a happy afternoon with her. She had a delightful sense of humour, and though she did not enjoy the best of health, she never complained. She retained a keen interest in the activities of the School, and was always eager for me to relay the latest news whenever we met.

MRSGILMORE Mr 5 Gilmore started his teaching career as School Principal in Port St Johns in 1934. He served in the South African Air Force from 1939 to 1946 in Egypt and Italy. In 1946, after his discharge he came to teach at Wynberg where inter alia he was responsible for the book room and text book distribution. He was the secretary of the Parent Teacher Association and was a keen and competent cricket coach. He was asked to serve as a member of the advisory board which drew up the then new Geography syllabus. Mr Gilmore became Vice-Principal in 1966.

Do was an inspiration to me - a gentle and sincere soul. I miss her presence and will always hold her in high regard and remember her with much affection. Our sympathies to her son Geoff and his family, and to her sister.

ValSu!cliffe

Mr Gilmore had a fine sense of humour and a quick wit and often amused staff and boys with his witty comments and humorous stories. It is as a teacher that we chiefly remember "Boy" Gilmore. Many hundreds of matriculants passing through his hands derived much benefit from his forceful, vital and objective approach. They worked hard at their Geography because he established a high standard of work, they laughed at his jokes, passed their final examinations easily and were able to look back on their association with him with pleasure and appreciation. When he retired from teaching at the end of 1972 he and Mrs Gilmore went to live at Arniston so that they could enjoy peace, the proximity to the sea and so that he could fish. After several years, however, his health began to decline and it was with great sadness that we heard of his passing. Our sincere sympathy goes to Mrs Gilmore and her sans. AM

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Middle-aged Old Boys, especially if they were boarders, will remember Freddy. He came into Lucy Clegg's menage as teenager in the early 1920's. She trained and taught him until he was the perfect assistant. There was never a mistress and servant relationship between them, just a bond of loyalty and trust, and he served her faithfully then and later after her retirement, up to her death. Loyalty is a most precious virtue, and Freddy had it in abundance. Our appreciation goes out to him for what he has contributed to "Madame" and the School, and our sympathy for his loss, which is ours as well, of a true and invaluable friend. Freddy will also live long in our thoughts.

MRS LUCY CLEGG Lucy's rare achievement was that she became a legend within her life-time. She came to Wynberg Boys' High School in 1919 with her husband, William Clegg who had just been appointed Headmaster. She remained there until 1947, when both sought a well earned retirement. During the intervening twenty-eight years she looked after hundreds of boarders, of varying ages, with a warm affection and efficiency. She provided them with a wealth of comforting and happy memories during their sojourn at Wynberg. ot having a family of her own, and perhaps because of it, she became a mother to the boys, providing that bond of sensitive, intuitive understanding which gave so manyamoral background on which they subsequently built their lives. ever in the almost fifty years since I have known Lucy Clegg, have I heard one word of criticism or recrimination from the boys she looked after.

ET MR HARRY WOOD It was with sadness that Wynberg Boys' High chool learnt of the death of Mr Harry Wood in March of this year. Harry was, for sixteen years, the head cleaner of the school. His popularity with both staff and boys was indicative of the affection we felt for him. He served Wynberg faithfully and well and we extend our deepest sympathies to his family.

She put her entire being into her work, which to her was a golden opportunity to give to others, especially the young ones, that maternal care which was so necessary but often missing. She was a burning bush that never ceased burning. She will not be forgotten.

MRS HANNAH

MATHEW

Hannah Mathew (neĂŠ Lanz) was wife of the late JA Mathew, school captain in 1908 and staff member from 1925 to 1932. Hannah was a tower of strength to her husband and her children Agnes, James and Hugh. A woman of sterling character and firm principle, she was devoted to her church. Born on Robben Island in 1895, she passed away peacefully at the age of 87 years at the Avondrust Old Ladies' Home on Monday 28 June 1982. Our deepest sympathies are extended to her family.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS I wish to express my thanks to the following: Mr Alf Morris, who was responsible tising and distribution.

for adver-

Messrs O'Reilly, Crawford, linder, many Wynberg Boys' High School their photographs.

Falck and pupils for

The Headmaster, Staff and Pupils of Wynberg Boys' High School for their co-operation and assistance.

Mr Wiese and Lexlines Press for their help and advice. The advertisers for their support.

PE Decker Editor

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