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WIMMERA LEAGUE HISTORY The lea1gue was formed under the 10.00 a.m. SCHOOLBOYS pooling of gates system and has . pros­ (Continued from Page 13) pered since then. WAGGA & DISTRICT RI VERINA order of the day and these men had The president of the newly formed (Red & White) ( Navy & White) the effect of drawing big crowds. league was the late Mr. P. J. Toohey, W. PRESTON And so 1the ieague continued on its of Warracknaibeal and Mr. H. G . 1 D. CONOON STOCK, STATION AND 1 s. RUSSELL prosperous way until the depression Cram, of Murtoa, was secretary. 2 C. STEWART REAL ESTATE AGENT 2 R. SN.ITH years came around. The league went 'into recess in the 3 B. McPHERSON SHElil... GAS HEATING & 3 P. KIRK COOKING APPLIANCES middle of 1940 and did not function 4 D. JONES 4 B. MITCHELL A!fter the 1931 season concluded a again until 1946 when Rupanyup re­ major split occured in the league and 5 W. GALVIN For all Your Farming 5 B. HOWITT turned to the league to make it a Requirements four clubs, Stawell, Ararat, Horsibam 10 te am competition. 6 S. CRAPP 6 s. HICKS and carried on. It remained so until the end of the 7 M. BARBER PHONE ARIAH PARK 7 c. HILL · The other clubs, , , JOm Horsham District · Football 841154 or 841158 PEIPER 1980 season when Rupanyup left to 9 G. COX 8 s. Murtoa, and Rupanyup later League. 10 V. CROUCH 9 s. BUCHANAN fonn:ed a Mid~Wimmera League LEAGUE OFF1CIA!LS 11 K. WYATT 10 P. LONGLEY whioh still later aiso took in Jeparit. Since its reformation in 1937 tlh e 12 G. KING 11 B. TYACK Wimrnera League has had a series of Geier's Jewellen GET TOGETHER MOVE officials who have 'served it with dis­ 13 D. McCLIN'l'OCK 12 D. FLAGG The four clubs in the Wimmera 14 G. Hoa>ER Extensive range of Clocks, 13 R. CLEMSON tinction. 14 · M . WILLIAMS Lea:guc eventually joined in with Bal­ 15 P. HINDMARSH Watches, Jewellery & Gifts larat but the interest was not the Those who have held the position 15 A. NOLL 16 M. STANCOMBE Specialists in Repairs, In­ same as when the Wimmera compe­ of president are Messrs. P. J. Toohey cluding antiques. Builders 16 I. DAVIS 1937-40, 17 GUNN tition was in full swing. J. J. Jones 1946-50, H. G . 6- & Designers of ciocks. 17 A. CORBETT Cram 1951-58, H . R. Strauss 1959-62, 18 O'BRl.EN A get together move was brought 18 S. BRIGGS Diamond rings made to order C. J. E. Merrett 19.63-76, B. W. Mo;ony 19 G. EVANS about and after much discussion most 19 G. THOMPSON 12 BAYLIS STREET WAGGA 1977-81 and M. R. Woodward 1982. 20 G. S·HEPPARD 20 C. HARPER of whiott centred around the pooling Phone . 21 3233 21 C. COOK of gales the league formed up again, The position of secretary during 176 HOSKINS ST., TEMORA 21 I. BLOOMFIELD this time has been held by Messrs 22 J. DENTON Phone 82 1121 22 K. RAMSAY this time as tihe Wimmera League, 23 D. ELPHICK '23 A. WAKEMAN in 1937. H. G. Cram 1937-50, A. E. Neil 1951- 76 and N . Bourcihier 1977 onwards. Nine clubs were in this move, Ara­ SCORE CARD rat, Stawe.11, Horsham, Warrackna­ In fact only two other persons have beal, Murtoa, Minyip, Jeparh, Dim­ acted as secretary since 1902 being booia and Nhill. Mr. Wilson and Mr. Freeland. ht Qr. l1st Qr. 2nd Qr. GMH Holden Commodore l2nd Qr. Like to train at Koaringal Gemini - Isuzu Trucks 3rd Qr. l3rd Qr. Sports & Fitness Centre and Light Vehicles THEY'VE GOT HOLDEN UTES - JACKAROO 4th Qr. 14th · Qr. AND' RODEO 4 WHEEL DRIVE • Great Program. • Friendly Staff HONDA - CIVIC AND ACCO~ TOTAL !TOTAL • Terrific Facilities and their Testing procedure is second to none. WAGGA MOTORS APART FROM ALL THAT, I LIKE WHEN THOSE BEAUT DISC-E R-CISE GIRLS ARE THERE BLUNTS HOMES PHONE 226644 Leeton Display Open 7 Days

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WIMMERA LEAGUE PLAYERS PETER ALBR.ECH.T (Nhill): 19. 5ft. IOins. 11.07. In only his second WIMMERA FOOTBALL LEAGUE PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE (Continued from Page 11) season with Nhill, Peter !has been his previous foowall has been as a de­ playing very well in defence this year Today is an historic occasion for the Wimmera Football lfender where his great spring and after playing most of last year as a League as it is the first time we have played an inter-league strong play has been invaluable. Rep­ rover. A very good mark and kick he game outside . plays very close to his opponent and resented the VCFL in Canberra last I• is also the first game between the Riverina and Wim­ ye'ar and has had VF1L ex:perience. co-operates well with the other play­ ers around him. Represented the mera Leagues and as the centres of our leagu.es are some 650 DARYL BASTWELL (Horsham): Wimmera in Country Chamipionsbiips km apart, this . is understandable. 191, 5ft. Sins. 12.00. Another of the last year. The Wimmera League is proud of it's record in cham· Horsham younger brigade he !has been PHILLIP BUNN (Horsham): 22, pionship matches and I am certain coach Wes Richardson and his giving his team tremendous drive team will ,be determined to achieve success today. from the wing where his pace and 6ft. 12.07. A high flying, long kicking ~ accurate disposal are seen to advan­ and strong marking player, Phillip has l would like to thank our coach and selectors, our players, trainers and of­ the ability to play anywhere on the tag~. ficials for the contribution they have\ made and I hope their efforts will be relwa r.ded forwarci line. Returned to Horslham with a victory today. PET£ R KR£LLE (Minyip): 23 , 6ft. midway through last season after a 12.0S. A utility type player who has season and a half with Melbourne May I thank the Riverina League for their hospi~ality and we know they wlJI been giving Minyip very good service iR.eserves. Has only just recovered be a strong opponent. on the half 'back line. A strong mark from injury received in eariy part feel sure we will see a great exhibition of football and may the best team win. and good kick he plays close to his of the season but is now showing opponent but is not afraid to leave good form. his man and baok his judgment when M. R. W~ARD, the occasion warrants it. TONY W.IlNSALL (Warracknabeal): Presi

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12 II MEET THE PLAYERS - RIVERINA FOOTBALL LEAGUE DAVID JOHNSON: 19. 6ft. 4ins. ROD DA:NIHER: 20. 5ft. 1.lins. 13.7. Former ROAE (CRiL) player. 12.0. Elusiv.e ru•ok rover with a ton of ••• anyho~ have a Winfield 25~s :Presently starring with Turvey Park. ability and football skills. Tap ruckman. Good strong mark. NEIL ~LEMING: 21, 5ft. lOins. MARK FRASER: 23, 5ft. l lins. J 2.0. A name well recognised in Riv­ 112.7. Returns to the IRiverina after erina football for many years. A play­ a successfui stint with South Mel­ er with relentless determination and bourne. Dedicated player who will un­ plenty of ability with youth on his WHO GETS THE CASH dou!btedly leave his "ma rk" on the side. local scene. DISTRIBUTION OF PRIZE MONIES JOHN GANNON: 26. 6ft. 11.7. ALLAN HAYES: 32. 6ft. 12.4.' One Former State and Farrer rep. Brili­ Zone Matches: 1982 1981 of the Riverina's greatest ambassa­ iant ball player with inspirational Winners $1,600 x 8 $12,980 $12,800 ' dors of the code ·with tremendous club da~hes that compliment excellent dis­ and former rep. record. Stylish and posal. Losers $1, 150 x 8 $ 9,200 $ 9,200 dedicated footballer. STEPHEN Md~HON : 19. 6ft. 4 RAY O'CONNOR: 28. 5ft. lOins. ins. 14.7. Product of the Leeton Club. Zone: Final 12.0. Not the bi•ggest but . a heart Young, strong ruckman. Not short of equal ito the besl Former Brunswick stamina. 100 minutes contributor. Winners $1,600 x 4 $ 6.400 $ 6,400 and Subiaco player. NSW captain in Losers $1, 150 x 4 $ 4,600 $ 4,600 19·80. Brilliant rover. BARRY OUGH: 24. 6ft. 4ins. 15.0. Ardlethan coach. Former VCFL rep. MIKE WALSH: 19. 6ft. lin. 13.0 · Strong mark First appearance as Riv­ Semi-Finals: Young player wifu the best to come. eritia rep. Strong mark, fast, terrifict future. Winners $1,800 x 2 $ 3,600 $ 3,600

WAYNE £V~NS : 23. 5ft. lOins. MICHAEL FLANAGA:N: io. 5.ft. Losers $1,200 x 2 $ 2,400 $ 2,400 12.0. Narrandera coach with South llins. 10.7. A brilliant young running Meibourne experience. Tireless, in­ player who maintains perfect balance $pirational player who gives his all. to assist good disposal of the ball at Grand Final: all times. Winners $6,000 $ 6,000 VICTOR HUGO: 27. 6ft. 2ins. $ 6,000 14.0. Another player wrth South Mel­ NEVIIJLE LYONS: 23 . 6ft. 11 Losers $3,000 $ 3,000 $ 3,000 tx>ume expeqience. Brilliant, high ins. 14.0. Vast top football experience. mark, strong runner, long kick. .Presently coach of EWK. Robust, fast and safe mark. $48,000 $48,000 GRANT DUHRS: 24. 6ft. 2ins. MARK HULL: 19, 6ft. 2ins., 13.7. 13.0. Product of the club of which he Has played all previous football with is presently coach. Cassy centreman East Wagga. One of the bright Hghts Grand Final Winner will receive $11,000 $11,000 Possesses all 11he ingredients the :po­ on the football horizon. Great future sition demands. Last year's Gammage in the game. ·Grand Final Runners-up will receive $ 8,000 $ 8,000 Medal winner: LEO LUCAS: 23. 6-ft. 2ins. A Semi-finalists will receive $ 4,450 $ 4,450 JI.AMIE GOR!DON: 23 . 6ft. 3ins. mean fullback who hates· to concede 13.8. Like his younger brother a pro­ his opponent a kick. Strong player, First Round Winners will receive $ 2,750 $ 2,750 duct of APM's Juniors. Strong mo­ solid mal'k, .Jong kick First class fox bile 1backman who never retreats. hunter in spare time. First Round Losers will receive $ l, 150 $ 1, 150 IAN GOR!DON: 19. 6ft. 2ins. 13.8. GERIALD PIEPER: 24, 6ft. tin. Club centre half 'back. Top modern 13 .0. 1iger's coach. A true product day footballer, excells in the running 1 of the Riverina who gives his -all on game. every" occasion. Has represented State WALLIS MARINE GARRY COLVIN: 26. 6fit. 13.0. with distinction. Great high mark. Un­ WAGGA'S OUTDOOR' LEISURE CENTRE Strong, determined p1ayer with abil­ canny ball handling aibility. • Jhhn,son Outboards • Hains Hunter, Flightcraft Qulntrex etc Boats ity that hais resulted in many previous ROSS MoKENZrE: 25, 6ft. 11.9. • Camping Equipmerlt & Fishing Tackle • Jayco Camper Vans & ~. rep. and State performances with dis­ Caravans DOBNEY AVENUE, WAGGA PHONE 254392 tinction. (Con.llnued on page 15) 1··-