Valete

Philip D. Rutherford. 1963-67. U.VI. "A" Level (Chemistry, Maths for Science,

Physics, U. of E.). "0" Level (9) 3rd XV. Treasurer Senior Science Society,

House Rep. Film Society. Sgt. z i.c. R.A.F. House Monitor, Rugger, Cricket,

Cross-Country, Athletics. To U.K.A.E.A., then University, Physics. 15

Windmill Lane, Hull Road, York.

HOUSE NOTES

DRONFIELD HOUSE

The House welcomed Mr. Pullen as Assistant Housemaster at the beginning of term. He is the fifth master to 'fill the post in three years, somewhat of a record in the School's history. Also joining the House were Lewis McKeon from America, staying for one year, and twelve juniors. A junior pupil from Thailand, Vorapote Utamote.

The House has had considerable success on the games field, the emphasis, at all levels, being on effort. In the ill-fated School House matches we were drawn against Queen's who after defending very well for 50 minutes, succumbed to our superior fitness, allowing us to score 11 points without reply. The semi-final with Temple was played in poor conditions, and the House's lack of finesse led to a pointless draw even after extra time had been played. Adverse weather conditions prevented any further play in the competition. The glory of the term must go to the Senior House League Team, who with only eight players to choose from, played some sparkling 'Rugger. Indeed, their record of played 5; won 6; points for 210; against 14; shows their prowess. The entire house deserves some credit for their success as the support of some of the games gave Bumper Castle III a Twickenham air, and quite flabbergasted some opponents: For their magnificent displays of the finer arts of the game the House awarded the team the "Dawood Plate".

Determination has not been confined to the senior part of the House. The Junior Team, ably led by R. P. Taylor, put up a good fight against a strong Queen's team, the eventual cup-winners, to lose 11-3. In the league the Junior team scored some memorable victories. N. L. Brockbank deserves credit for his centre play and captaining of the side. Once again the House supported the team whenever possible. In connection with supporting House events, special mention must be made of the Seniors, who after a flowery start to the term did many commendable things.

The House Chess had one game against Temple and were defeated 3-1.

Mention must be made of the carol-singing held in the hall on the last Saturday night of term. Organised by T. M. Day, it met with considerable success and was supported by the majority of the House.

Finally, we must bid farewell to three members of the House, I. R. D. McGrath, P. R. H. Macarthey and E. M. Holgate, and thank them for all they have done in the past. We congratulate them on their successes in gaining University places and wish them every success in the future. We should particularly like to thank McGrath for the vigorous and sympathetic lead he has given as Head of House.

At the beginning of the year, unfortunately Mr. Harding's last in the Grove, we welcomed Mr. Hirst as Assistant Housemaster and we hope he has a happy and successful stay with us. Eleven Monitors were appointed under Richardson as Head of House and thirteen Juniors, four of them day-boarders, joined us.

On the games field the term has been most successful despite no addition to the cups on the already crowded shelf. Both Senior and Junior rugger teams reached the final but were foiled by the weather and a strong Queen's Junior team respectively. A mention must be made of the enthusiastic leadership of Scott who has spent much of his time with both teams.

The House was well represented in the successful school play. The complicated and well-constructed set was largely the work of Robinson, in his second year as stage manager, and on the acting side Bleach and Stansfield performed commendably. Next term it is hoped to produce a House play and to maintain the high standard of past Grove plays.

Unfortunately the standard of tidiness in the House has slipped this term and more effort must be made in the future to lead a less disorganised existence. Work, especially among junior members of the House, also needs to improve.

Finally we say goodbye to Waller and Robinson, thank them for all they have done for the House and wish them well in the future.

THE MANOR

At the beginning of the term A. G. Bird was appointed Head of House and D. R. Ballinger a School Monitor, K. Morris and B. D. Pugh joined P. R. H. Blackford and C. A. Les as House Monitors. J. W. P. Fairclough and G. A. W. Stewart also joined the latter at half term.

The House fielded two promising teams in the House Rugger competitions but both were narrowly beaten by the Grove in the semi-fmals.

The Senior team, captained by P. R. H. Blackford, convincingly beat School House in the first round, but succumbed in the semi-final to the Grove, in a good match. A. G. Bird, M. J. H. Fisher, K. Morris and G. A. W. Stewart were awarded House Colours for this- and services in other fields.

The Junior team, captained by P. Holmes, recorded a good win over the Rise, but were beaten by the Grove in the semi-final. After this match J. A. L. Whittaker and R. L. Elsy were awarded Junior House Colours.

The House Chess team, captained by R. F. Cawood beat the Rise in the first round and meet Temple in the semi-final next term.

The House was only represented behind the scenes in the School Play, but it is hoped to produce a House Play, fast becoming a tradition in the House, next term.

Finally A. G. Bird, D. R. Ballinger and J. M. Paterson leave us this term and we thank them and wish them all the best in the future.