March 20 1889
“Natives” winning run continues.
By beating York 4 -3 in a really close game the “Natives” won their seventh game in the row. This was their 71st game in Britain since October 3, a huge number, and to maintain winning form so late in their tour speaks volumes for the skill, determination and resilience of the team.
“MAORI FOOTBALLERS.
London, March 20. The Maori Football Team defeated the York Club by a goal and a try to a goal.”
“MATCH No. 71. – versus YORK, at YORK.
MARCH 20
Travelled from Manchester and put up at the Adelphi Hotel. Met a really good team.
Score: Natives – 1 goal, 1 try.
York – 1 goal.”
From “RUGBY FOOTBALL AND THE TOUR OF THE NATIVE TEAM”, compiled by T Eyton. Published 1896.P. 67.
