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Coach Kibler merits unstinted recognition for the successful seasons enjoyed

by the Wilson yeams under his mentorship. He performs his functions quietly but the results that he achieves loudly procliam his skill.

The valuable assistance of Coach Wilde must also be mentioned. He is at all time a most helpful and willing contributor to the progress of the team.

"Bob" was a slendid captian of a splendid team. His own excellant playing was a constant challenge to every member of his squad to measure-up to the best, and not once did his interest center around himself.

And who knows but that the team of '29 may repeat? A winner of all State honors, for next year's captian may foretell another championship. Casey is a gridiron star swhose skill and understanding of the game should assure a wise and considerate direction of his team.

WILSON VS. SOUTH NORFOLK

UNDER the slogan, “They shall not score,” adopted by the 1927 President squad as an incentive to retain the uncrossed goal line bequeathed by the State Championship Eleven of 1926, the Orange and Blue successfully initiated activity this season by toppling South Norfolk’s “Tigers,” 6 to 0. Captain “Bob” Everett caught Casey’s 20-yard heave behind the visitor’s goal line to tally the only score of the game. Casey as halfback was decidedly the star of the match, plunging through all opposition to make all but two of nine Wilson first downs. The Presidents suffered from under- development, and had their hands full to hold the light but rampaging Countymen.

WILSON VS. LYNCHBURG

In Lynchburg the Wilson grid contingent defied superstition and achieved their thirteenth straight win without a rival tally, stopping the Lynchburg Hilltoppers, 7 to 0. The meteoric Casey was again responsible for the scoring, sprinting 75 yards through a broken field in the final period to plant the ball behind the Lynchburg last line, Rose drop-kicking the extra point. Nick Dillon was a mainstay of the President bulwarks, with Rose showing unusual form on the defensive.

WILSON VS. NEWPORT NEWS

In their third game the Presidents emerged as victors again, displaying championship calibre to overcome their ancient challengers, the Walter Reed High School of Newport News. Wilson’s touch- down was artistically fashioned by the admirable Casey in the first quarter, when the star halfback skirted right end for 35 yards and glory. Casey missed his placement kick for the extra point. Captain Everett, Purl Powell, and Buddy Owens showed commendable action in the tussle. A 6 to 0 count gave the victory to Wilson.

WILSON VS. SUFFOLK

Again our “Fighting Presidents” met and vanquished a foe without having the now almost sacred goal line crossed. Exhibiting a brand of teamwork that had not been equalled in any of the previous games, the Wilson Presidents trampled over the Suffolk Peanutmen in a fast one-sided contest, 19 to 0. Casey played his usual fine and spectacular game, with Rose, Owens and Capt. Bob Everett running him a close race for glory. Casey’s run of fifty yards for a touchdown was one of the prettiest ever made in our park.

WILSON VS. PETERSBURG

The trip of the Wilson men to Petersburg ended in an unpleasant surprise when the fighting Goobers held the mighty Presidents to a 0 to 0 tie. The Wilson steam-roller although showing plenty of fight throughout, lacked sufficient punch to drive the ball over when they had it on the Petersburg two- yard line. In the Wilson stone wall, Collier, center, and Starke at left tackle, played splendid games, proving themselves great assets in keeping the fighting Goobers halted in mid-field.

WILSON VS. ALEXANDRIA

Playing with renovated backfield the Presidents fought throughout a hectic game with the fighting Maroon eleven from Alexandria High. With Captain Bob Everett playing his first game in the backfield and carrying the brunt of the attack, the Presidents made first down after first down only to meet a de- termined Maroon line in sight of the goal. The Wilson aerial attack did not accomplish much in this game, despite the fact that Rose, who had been on the sick bench, played for a short time. Captain Everett played particularly brilliantly, while our old reliable Starke played a splendid game.

WILSON VS. WILLIAM AND MARY

Playing again like the team that crushed all before it to win the State championship last year, the Wilson Presidents ran rough-shod over a strong William and Mary Freshman team. The Four Horsemen—Captain Everett, Casey, Rose and Kirshon—rode fiercely against the heavy green-clad trosh line and smashed through it to a final 14 to 0 victory. For Wilson, Captain Everett made some beam4fiu]_njns, while Rose displayed his unsurpassed generalship already known on numerous occasions. In the line Starke, Morlino, Brown, Savage and Powell showed up splendidly.

WILSON VS. ROANOKE

The Wilson steamroller met and vanquished the Roanoke gridders for the first time in our football history, but even so the Magicians succeeded in accomplishing what others had tried to do unsuccessfully. They scored a touchdown and an extra point, to make the score 26 to 7. The Orange and Blue overshadowed their opponents in every quarter, but Roanoke opened an aerial attack that covered eighty yards for a touchdown, while the Vice-President backfield was in action. Captain Everett, Rose, Casey, Robinson and Kirshon showed splendid form in this game.

WILSON VS. MAURY

Accompanied by continuous roars and cheers of defiance and triumph, the Wilson Presidents rolled their steamroller up and down a victorious field, to grind the Maury Commodores in the dust of defeat. Wilson received the ball on the kickoff and with the Four Horsemen galloping through the line and around end, the team marched up the field to its first touchdown, executed by Captain Bob F.verett. Later, Robinson, who had been playing a brilliant game on end, received a bullet pass from Rose and made our second tally. In the final quarter Captain Everett made a beautiful thirty yard sprint to place the ball within twelve yards of the goal post, where Casey plowed through the line for the next marker, making the score 19 to 0. It was impossible to pick stars for this game. The line played as a single unit, with each man a bulwark of defense, while the backfield functioned beautifully, showing a drive and generalship that seemed unsurpassable.

massacre, Petersburg totaling 15. Parker Powell and Morlino, forward and guard, were conspicuous. The affair took place at Wilson. Traveling later to Petersburg, Wilson had another try at the Goobers and emerged on the long end of a 37 to 17 verdict. The Powell family arranged things neatly, abetted by Dolly Brown at guard. Sweringen, Petersburg for- ward, evinced indications of brilliance, but to no avail.

HAMPTON

Hampton’s scholastic court assembly were twice prey to the Wilson machine and the Kibler mechanics. The Presidents discovered some pithy opposition in the first game at Hampton, winning only after appreciable diffi- culty, 30 to 22. Johnson, Crabber forward, all but upset the Presidential cart, a last quarter

rally of proportions engineered by Captain

Powell and Mayo saving the contest. Hampton failed to trouble the Presidents on the latter’s court, however, Coach Kibler summoning both varsity and bench-varsity into service to smother the Crabbers 58 to 15.

ROANOKE

With the State Class A High School titles at stake, Wilson outclassed Roanoke in an inter-district playoff on the President court fol- lowing the close of the regular season. Roanoke, although initiating battle with fervor and science, failed to endure the pace set by Captain Purl Powell and his competent mates. The Western District champs were eliminated, 48 to 25. Wilson matched the Maroon efforts in the first quarter and had assumed a commanding lead at the half, which was retained and increased in the third and fourth periods. A capacity audience witnessed the Roanoke set-back and voiced a vociferous admiration of the Presidents’ astute application of the Kibler tactics. The conquest was a notable exhibition of Wilson superiority.

ALEXANDRIA

Although downed by Alexandria, 26 to 18, at Alexandria, in their first meeting, the Presi- dents definitely quelled this five 39 to 22 in a second engagement here. Alexandria, Class B State titleholders, visited the Wilson precincts to advocate their challenge of Wilson’s A Class supremacy. The Alexandrians, although well- drilled and playing in fine form, were unable to cope with the fierce President assault, which was combined with a stubborn defense. The tussle was rough and fast, with Smith of Alex- andria troubling the Champions to no trifling extent, and with Captain Purl Powell and Mayo the chief contributors to the Wilson margin. The victory settled all dispute as to Portsmouth superiority for the year in Old Dominion scholastic basketball.

SUFFOLK

Our Presidents performed in an unusually acceptable fashion in two showings against a feeble Suffolk combine. In the first match in the Peanut City, Parker Powell and Mayo, local forwards, were jointly eminent in the compiling of a 44 to 6 Wilson triumph. The Presi- dents again completely subdued Suffolk, achieving a 50 to 7 margin. Parker Powell and Rose featured Wilson scoring.

MAURY

Exhibition of the form which captured All- Virginia scholastic laurels marked the Presi- dents’ appearance against their traditionally deadliest rivals, the Maury Commodores. Portsmouth’s proudest did away with the Maury threat on both occasions, taking the first game at Norfolk, 29 to 16, and the second by a single point, 29 to 28, in the Wilson gym. The efficiency of Captain Purl Powell, center, and the accurate co-operation of Lem Mayo were the outstanding factors in Wilson’s earliei invasion of the Maury premises. Louis Morlino, guard, added to the impressiveness of the Presidents in action by capable defensive labors and occasional single-handed raids in Maury territory. Maury’s visit here, however, proved one of the major strifes of the season. Hysteria ruled the mob of spectators which jammed the Wilson gym as spectacular operations in the last minute gave Wilson the District Championship by no more than a lone count. Captain Powell’s generalship, with the cohesive support of the entire squad, won the day.

NEWPORT NEWS

The Newport News Shipbuilders amazed all concerned by defeating the Presidents 53 to 20 on the foreign court, the loss being the only league defeat suffered by the Presidents during the year. Wilson retaliated with a 40 to 30 decision over the Reed High delegates at Wilson some weeks later. The Kibler athletes appeared off form in their first demonstration against Newport News, and succumbed to the over- hand shots executed by one Price, opposing

toss-off man. Wilson defenses against this wizardry were woefully inadequate. The Presidents derived considerable consolation, however, in extinguishing the Shipbuilder fire in the subsequent hostilities in Portsmouth. The Powell brothers and the admirable Mayo maneuvered the invaders’ downfall, to the excessive rejoicing of Wilson supporters.

PETERSBURG

A pair of league tilts against Petersburg developed easy Wilson successes. The Presi dents amassed 42 points in their first Goober

PURI. POWF.I.I. ( Captain )

Center

The fine example and steadying influence set by Captain Powell was one of the big reasons for the wonderful showing ot the team. In addition to this, Purl played a heady and reli- able game and always proved an inspiration to the rest of the squad. He rose to his greatest heights in the Alexandria game, tallying 18 points.

PARKER POWELL

Forward

Parker, playing his first year at Wilson, proved his worth early in the season and earned a first string berth. His passing game was of the best quality and his long shots and deadly foul shooting soon made him the nemesis of his opponents. Handicapped by illness before the National Tournament, Parker was not at his best at Chicago.

LEMUEL MAYO

Left Forward

Lem Mayo is a forward who will stand out in the records at Wilson as one of the best basketeers ever to wear a varsity “W”. His un- canny shooting from any position on the floor places him as one of the high point men in the State. His very presence seemed to put pep and fight into the whole team.

LOUIS MORLINO

Guard

Louie, serving his third year on the team, was a tower of strength on the defense and could be depended upon for a fast offensive game. His beautiful long shots from mid-floor rime and again thrilled the audience. In the game with Naugatuck, Connecticut, champions of the Atlantic Seaboard, Louie rose to supreme heights, counting 15 points and playing a wonderful floor game.

CHARLES BROWN

Guard

Dolly, in his position of standing guard, is due noteworthy credit. Playing hard, steady basketball, he had few chances to do the spectacular, but for a fighting, never-say-die man, Dolly ranks with the best. Besides the quality of his play, Brown also leads in quantity, playing more quarters than any other member.

HERBERT E. BUXTON

Manager

Manager Buxton’s well-planned schedule had a great effect on the results of the basketball season and worked up a greater interest in the game than has ever before been manifested. His good humor and geniality kept the team cheered even in defeat, and he has just cause for being proud of the record of the team that he managed.

ALFRED CASEY

Forward

Casey, although a second-string man, was invaluable to the team. Entering the game at opportune moments, his pep and life instilled new fight into the team. His work at Chicago was especially commendable. By earning his letter in this sport, Casey joins the ranks of the immortals, the “Four-Letter Men.”

PAUL ROSE ( Captain-Elect )

Forward

Rose, working with Casey as sub-forward, was one of the Presidents’ scoring threats. Possessed of a deadly eye and one of the most reliable ball handlers on the squad, he was ever a menace to the opposing teams. He was elected to succeed Powell in the office of Captain, and it is hoped that the team will have a successful season under his leadership.

CHARLES MATHIAS

Guard

Although one of the smallest men on the squad, “Slick” was one of the “fightingest.” He was always on his toes and going at top speed when called upon to show his wares. Besides playing a fast floor game, he could always be depended upon to help in the scoring. His cheerfulness and constant good humor made the long, tedious practice sessions somewhat more en-joyable.

JOHN HAMLETT

Center

John, one of our best athletes, was handi- capped by being understudy to the Captain, whose berth was seldom open to a substitute. When the position was vacant, it was most

creditably filled by John, whose fighting spirit has won his varsity “W.

MILDRED STEWART

Guard

Mildred, our captain, has led our team to victory many times when all seemed lost. No one can deny that she is a wonderful player and in all the games she showed that old “Wilson Spirit” to fight to the last.

FLORENCE HOLCOMB

Forward

Florence, our captain-elect, has ably showed her ability as a fine player. She has never failed to ring up goals for Wilson. Good luck to you, Florence, in leading the team of 1926.

DORIST VICK

Forward

With “Ever dependable” as her motto, Doris was always there and never fell down on the job. Too much credit can not be given to Doris as a good basketball player.

ELIZABETH WHITAKER

Guard

Elizabeth was always there to help hold down the opponents’ score and easily deserves a place among the first six. Keep up the good work!

RUTH BROWN

Jumping Center

We were always confident of the top off for Ruth never failed us in this phase of the game. Her ability as a good player and jumper was never doubted.

MARION HOLLOWAY

Side Center

If you want a man to play any position of the team just call on Marion. Her play at side center was unusually fine, as she was always there to get the ball.

JOSEPHINE DILLON

Sub-Guard

We do not know what we would have done without Josephine. Whenever there was the place of guard to be filled she was always ready.

VIRGINIA THOMAS

Sub. Side Center

Tho small of stature, “Jitney” was one of our fastest subs. In many games she showed her value to the teams.

the Girl Presidents games were exciting and never once did the opposing team give in to the Wilson girls without a hard fight. The first game of the season was played in Franklin. This game was very one-sided and was merely practice for the Wilson team. The next four games were played on the home court. Each time we triumphed over the invaders, but not without some trouble on the part of the Wilson girls. Each one of these games was thrilling and they kept the onlookers excited until the last whistle sounded. The team then journeyed up to Suffolk and played the peanut girls. The game was one-sided but the Walter Reid girls did their best. The next game was played on the home court and as anticipated it was a very exciting game. The Wilson girls had to put up a strenuous fight to down Great Bridge. Then came a series of games to be played on foreign courts. These games were peppy and kept the people sitting on the edge of their seats until the last minute, but the teams couldn’t down the determination of our girls to win,

and so the Girl Presidents brought home their opponents’ scalps under their belts. Only one game was forfeited; this game was forfeited to Wilson by South Norfolk.

The Wilson girls now set out to win from Waynesboro in the semi-finals and their purpose was not in vain. Both teams fought until the very end, neither giving anything to the other without a fight. But Wilson proved too strong and beat Waynesboro by three points. Then came the day when Roanoke invaded Portsmouth. Everyone knew it would be a fine game and so they all turned out. These people were not disappointed, for they saw the best game of the season. Each and every one of the Wilson girls showed their Wilson spirit and never gave up hope. None knew who was going to win. When the last whistle blew Roanoke had beaten the Presidents by two points. Roanoke team was State Champion team.

For the first time in the history of the high school the girls were awarded gold basketballs. This was indeed a pleasant surprise for them. Those receiving them were Mildred Stewart, Captain; Florence Holcomb, Captain-elect; Doris Vick, Elizabeth Whitaker, Ruth Brown, Marion Holloway, Virginia Thomas, Josephine Dillon, Garnett Tonkin, Manager, and Ruth White, Coach. Those who received letters and stars were Mildred Stewart, W and three stars; Florence Holcomb, W and one star; Elizabeth Whitaker, a W; Ruth Brown, W and one star; Marion Holloway, W and one star; Doris Vick, W and one star; Virginia Thomas, a W; Josephine Dillon, one W; Garnett Tonkin, a W.

TRIBUTE TO SUBS

In all our praise of the other members of the team do not let us forget or pass over lightly the subs. They have really been the backbone of the team. Without them what would our team have done? They were in training rules and did not miss any practices without some good excuse. Had it not been for these girls the regular team would not have been able to practice. The scrubs worked as hard as anyone. Some of these girls displayed their value in the games, but others, who though seldom seen, never fell down on the job. Among these girls are Josephine Dillon, Virginia Thomas, Virginia Welton, Virginia Whitson, Doris Marks, Garnett Tonkin, our manager, Lysle Calbreath and Eddie Carter. These girls were always ready to take the place of a varsity girl when needed in the game. They never forgot the responsibility which had been placed on them when they went into the game, but kept up the fight until the end, never missing the chance to make some play to help old Wilson win the game.

KIRK BURCH, Captain , Guard

Kirk’s ability to smear his opponents’ plays, coupled with his excellent offensive and equally good defensive, have made him captain of the team for two successive years. His guarding

has been a big factor in Wilson’s great football line.

MITT OWENS, Fullback

“Jughead” is the surest ground-gainer on the team and never fails to deliver when called upon. His terrible line plunges and defense have done much to uphold the morale of the team. One of his brightest points is punting.

PAUL ROSE, Quarterback

“Cockey” has shown himself to be a qualified quarterback by the heady manner in which he ran the team. Without doubt the scores in many games would be vastly different, were it not for his great accuracy in passing.

PHIL SPEAR, Halfback

Phil’s fleetness of foot, ability to tackle and do some very effective clipping have made him a mainstay on the team. Many a time have his opponents tasted the dust off bis heels after he has gotten away, behind a perfect interference.

BOB SPEAR, Halfback

Bob, although not a regular, was an important part in Wilson’s great machine. He made his greatest bid for glory in the second Newport News game, when his gains started an offensive which brought the first touchdown. A plunger and no mean tackier were his biggest assets.

ALFRED CASEY, Halfback

Casey, playing his first year on the varsity> conducted himself like a veteran. Though be was a good man for end runs, plunges and tackling, the talent at which he excelled was in forward pass receiving.

YOCK COLLIER, Center

Yock has developed into a center of ex- ceptional ability. His accurate passing and fine defensive work have done much toward making a good team. Knowing how to use his hands has made him an alert tackier.

FRANK WILLIAMS, Guard

“Weenie’s” splendid playing has resulted in his being a bulwark of strength to the line. Not only was he able to break through the opponents’ line, but he also played a faultless defense. He

was characterized by his hard and steady game.

HARRY STARKE, Tackle

“Starkey” was a linesman of rare ability. His weight and judgment have caused him to be a tower of strength. It is astounding how fast he gets under punts and how aggressive a player he is.

CHARLES BROWN, Tackle

“Dolly’s” playing this year has been of the highest order. Although he was repeatedly hammered by thrusts, he held his position and gave back many of them with interest. A sure tackier and aggressive player, he contributed much to the team’s success.

LOUIS MORLINO, Tackle

Louis was another reason why Wilson had such a good team. Always playing the game, good on the offensive and defensive, with the ability to solve his opponents’ tactics, he made himself a necessity to the team.

JOHN DILLON, Guard

“Nick” made an alternate linesman with ability seldom seen in these parts. A guard right there when it came to give and take, but with him it was mostly give. Fortunately “Nick” will be available next year.

TEDDY CARSON, End

Teddy has played a faultless brand of football throughout the season. His ability to get under punts, break up plays and get his man is amazing. I.ight, but fast, he was a splendid tackier.

PURL POWELL, End

Purl, another Cradock man, has completed a season which is highly commendable. A deadly

tackier, a good man to smear his opponents’ interference and plays, he had some of the finest football qualities. Purl’s playing was all any one could wish.

BOB EVERETT, End

“Mugsy” gained his berth on the varsity through his grit and fast thinking. Light on his feet, always playing hard, he was in every play. He had the ability of getting the man who received the punt with astonishing quickness.

GEORGE MEYERS, Manager

George has served as manager this year in an

efficient manner. Coming out every afternoon with the squad and spending much time trying to complete a schedule, Wilson owes George many thanks

WILSON VS. NAVAL HOSPITAL

The Presidents kicked off their 1926 football lid with a victory over the Naval Hospital Gobs, 13 to 0. Starting the season with the brightest prospects for a championship team, the Wilsonmen gave Medicos only one first down and played an offensive game throughout, except a few minutes in the third quarter when the Gobs made their only sustained offensive effort. Although playing a great game, the Presidents showed the lack of practice. Phil Spear and Owens showed up best, while Casey, a new man, showed good headwork in running the team and the ball. The line was as good as a stone wall, and the Gobs were unable to pierce it.

WILSON VS. HAMPTON

Hurrah! The Wilson Presidents started their scholastic season with an easy victory over the Hampton Crabbers, by the score of 26 to 0. When playing on the defensive the Presidents smothered everything the Hampton lads had to offer, and on the offensive the line opened up holes large enough to drive a horse and buggy through. Phil Spear and Casey gave some brilliant exhibitions of end running, each making big gains around the wings. Owens also made consistent gains through the line. Bob Spear showed up well at halfback. Everett recovered a fumble and ran forty yards for a touchdown in the last quarter.

WILSON VS. NEWPORT NEWS

In one of the most gruelling battles seen on local lots in a long time, the Presidents and Shipbuilders fought a scoreless tie. Although unable to score, the Presidents displayed a slight edge over their opponents by making seven first downs to the Shipbuilders’ five. After the first few minutes the Wilson line showed itself to be impenetrable, by holding the Newport gridmen for four successive downs, within four yards of the goal line. Casey probably showed up best for the Presidents with the rest of the backline running a close second. The Presidents played on the defensive nearly the whole first half but after that they had things their own way.

WILSON VS. SUFFOLK

Although playing a ragged game of football, the Presidents displayed enough form to put Suffolk on the short end of the 25 to 0 score. A week of bad weather in which practice was impossible, coupled with the fact that the entire Wilson Varsity was never in the game at any one time, except a few minutes in the third quarter, may account for the bad game the Presidents played. Casey, Rose and Spear

showed up best for Wilson in running and passing the ball, while Collier played his best game, so far this season, at center. Griffen and Andrews played best for the Jeffersons. Buddy Owens and Kirshon were the bright lights for the substitutes.

WILSON VS. PETERSBURG

The Presidents had an easy time with Day’s “Fighting Goobers,” winning 40 to 0. The regulars were only in the game for two quarters and at one time Wilson had an entire backfield of second string men. Petersburg made their best showing in the first quarter, when they held the Presidents scoreless. Phil Spear, Bob Spear and Rose ran the ball around the ends for heavy gains and Owens was good for five or ten yards every time he bucked the line. Carson and Powell were right there whenever the Goobers tried end runs and the rest of the line played a great defensive game.

WILSON VS. WILLIAM AND MARY FROSH

The next victory chalked up by the Presidents was against the Frosh of William and Mary, the final score being 7 to 0. The Presidents seemed to have an ofF day, taking the ball up to the Frosh’s goal line and then being unable to push it over. Phil Spear, however, came to the rescue, catching a pass heaved by Owens and taking it across the line. Owens, Spear and Everett were the spotlights for Wilson, with the line playing a good game against their opponents’ much heavier one

WILSON VS. U. OF RICHMOND FRESHMEN

Not able to score a touchdown in their attempts to rush the ball through the U. of Richmond Freshmen’s line, the Presidents turned to the air, and with Rose hurling the ball with astounding accuracy, defeated the Freshmen 16 to 0. The Presidents crossed their opponents’ goal line twice, each time the man scoring received one ot Rose’s passes. Carson and Bob Spear showed up well on the receiving end of the aerial attack, each scoring a touchdown. The whole Wilson team played a great defensive game.

WILSON VS. WESTERN HIGH

Uncorking an aerial attack in the second half that completely bewildered the Western gridmen, Champions ot Washington, D. C., the Presidents again scored a victory, by a 33 to 0 score. With Rose hurling the oval, 35 to 45 yards, Casey and Spear on the receiving end, the Presidents have developed a trio of which any team would be proud. The Western gridmen offered little opposition to the Presidents’ line plunges and on the defensive our line smothered everything their adversaries attempted. Rose, Casey, and Phil Spear played stellar football, while the line deserves much credit for the victory.

WILSON VS. MAURY

Displaying a powerful offensive and the same effective defensive that had characterized them the whole season, the Presidents chalked up a 12 to 0 victory over the Maury Commodores. Throughout the game the Presidents showed great gaining ability, but they did not score until Owens intercepted a Maury pass and raced 60 yards for a touchdown. A little later Casey nabbed one of Rose’s passes and scored Wilson’s second tally. Owens was, without doubt, the shining light for the Presidents, carrying the ball for big gains, backing up the line, and punting. Casey, Rose, and Spear also showed up well in running the ball and playing on the defensive. The Wilson line, led by Captain Burch, held like a stone wall, throwing the Commodore backs for losses most of the time.

WILSON VS. NEWPORT NEWS

Again we meet the Shipbuilders, this time in their own back yard, and by staging a superior drive in the second halt the Presidents overwhelmed their opponents. When the smoke had cleared away the Presidents had two touchdowns and the Championship of Eastern Virginia to their credit. Throughout the game the Presidents tried their aerial attack, which was not as effective as usual, but netted them their first touchdown, a Rose to Casey affair. The Wilson second touchdown was the result of line plunges started from midfield. Casey, Owens, Bob and Phil Spear displayed great gaining ability coupled with a fine defense.

WILSON VS. ROANOKE

Three cheers for the "Fighting” Presidents, Champions of Virginia, by virtue of their victory over the Roanoke Magicians, by a one-sided score, 20 to 0. The Magicians were unable to stand the attacks of our tearing backs and powerful line, which worked with telling effect. Phil Spear and Owens played a great game in maneuvering end runs and line plunges, the latter intercepting a pass and running 65 yards for a touchdown. Wilson’s first touchdown came as a result of a pass hurled by Rose with Casey on the receiving end. In the line Starke was outstanding, playing a versatile game.