Historical information

Alexander McCook entered Ballarat College in 1889, peer year 1889.Son of Archibald McCook, Ercildoune.
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This cup is attached to a contemporary stand and was awarded during 1985 – 1998 to the champion boy athlete in the Middle School.

Significance

Significant indication of the place of athletics within the school program in the late 1800's.

Physical description

Small engraved silver cup

Inscriptions & markings

Inscription on cup face: BALLARAT College / The Gift of the / MASTERS / 1886
Inscription on cup verso: A SNELL / 1st Hurdle Race / 1st / Throwing Cricket Ball