Salient. Victoria University Student Newspaper. Volume. 34, Number 13. Somewhere-in-July. 1971
Soccer
Soccer
The first team's results appear to be following a similar pattern to last year's, with a few points gained being derived almost exclusively through draws. Although territorial equality is being achieved in many games, there is a tendency for opponents to score break-away goals against the run of play. This calls for a tightening up of mid-field tactics to counteract these sudden offensives.
In the lower grades, most teams are struggling to avoid the threat of relegation. However the 6th grade team performed creditably against Adriatic, losing 2-5 to the team that defeated our top eleven in the first round of the Chatham Cup.
Another reminder to players hoping to make the Tournament squad - contact a Management Committee member or leave your name with Alan Laidler as soon as possible.