From a shipping company source it was reported yesterday that the touring Islington Corinthians would arrive in Shanghai on April 3. This is an unexpected development as the crack English amateurs were expected to make Hongkong the first port of call of their Far Eastern tour and the matter of Shanghai matches was to have been the subject of financial rangements which earlier this season, were said to be beyond the range of the Shanghai Football Association, No official Statement on the visit could be gathered last night. three-quarter this season. His cutting in and swerving runs were only brought'off on two occasions yesterday, but both were good.
Rigg has yet to wear off the stiffness which hampers his play just now. He has not played rugger for two years and getting back into form is always difficult after a long absence from the game, but he should be an acquisition to the side. A. D. Sayle was the outstanding wing threequarter yesterday, bringing off two fine runs, and scoring two tries in consequence, His speed and hard running will stand him in good stead and should offset his small stature. He has yet to gain experience and needs a good inside three-quarter to bring out the best in him, as he has the natural advantages of good handling and speed. B For the losing team, Roe and Thornly, as insides, played well, the former running hard and tackling to good advantage, but handling movements seldom came their way, although Aucott and McGregor their halves were on the ball when given the opportunity.
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