The Willows v King’s High School (Dunedin) 1st XI on 11 November 2011

Season 2011/12

Head-to-head

The Willows first played against King’s High School (Dunedin) 1st XI in the 2006/07 season.

Clive Geary Trophy

Clive Geary was a foundation pupil at King’s High School in Dunedin from 1936 to 1940. His exceptional sportsmanship and leadership were evident as he excelled as Head Boy in 1940, held the position of Regimental Sergeant Major in the Cadet Corps, and captained the 1st XV rugby and 1st XI cricket teams. Clive’s sporting prowess was exceptional, including a remarkable 167 not out and a hat-trick in interschool cricket. He was a vital part of an undefeated King’s rugby team and won the Challenge Cup for tennis. After serving in the RNZAF during World War II, Clive’s rugby and cricket talents continued to shine in England and France. He became a dedicated educator, earning his BA degree in 1951 before joining King’s as a teacher, coach and administrator. He retired in 1982, leaving an indelible mark on the institution.

Played	18
Won	11
Lost	6
No Result	1

v King’s High School (Dunedin) 1st XI

Friday, 11 November 2011Report by Andrew Nuttall

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The Willows 248/7

D Kelly 101 ret, P Harris 75, J Nuttall 26

King’s High School 143

T Dixon 56

The Willows
won by 105 runs

Once again we were blessed with some wonderful weather at The Willows and shirt sleeves were the norm for the day. The Willows won the toss and elected to bat and after 50 overs were 248 for 7 thanks to a fine century by Dave Kelly and a strong contribution from Phil Harris with 75. Together their partnership produced 151 runs. A steady bowling attack from the King’s High School team was backed by enthusiastic fielding.

In reply King’s faced a steady Willows bowling attack which made use of eight bowlers. A standout contribution from King’s High School came from the captain, Tom Dixon, who followed up last year’s 98 with 56 well compiled runs. The King’s team was well supported by an enthusiastic group of parents, family members and grandparents and we all look forward to a return match in 2012.

Umpires: E Brownlee & T McLisky