Bulkeley High School - Class Yearbook (Hartford, CT)

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Vartenigian who sparked the offensive all afternoon scored on the recovered fumble while Kokinis tallied after Beebe blocked the Beaver fourth down punt. Oddly enough, the Beavers won it statistically completing 5 of 14 passes for 119 yards to BHS’ 2 of 11 for 39 yards. Weaver piled up 9 first downs to 5 for the Bulldogs but the 110 yards gained rushing by the Maroons tells the story. A spirited West Hartford Warrior crew played on an equal footing with the Bulldogs for three quarters before bowing 21-7 at Sterling Field on November 13. Again, it was George Vartenigian who insured victory with another of his electrifying runs—81 yards for this tally besides adding the extra point. Bulkeley’s first score was the result of constant banging by Kokinis, Vendetti, and Cristalli which finally brought the pigskin down to eight where Vartenigian whipped a chest high floating pass to Joe Meucci in the end zone for a touchdown. Late in the fourth period, Cristalli took a pitchout for the final tally and Koke crashed off tackle for the extra point. As is becoming a habit with New Britain, they got the bird again on Thanksgiving day from the Buikeley combine. The 20 to 13 victory clinched a second place for the Maroons in the CDC race. The Bulldogs’ first score came on a pass from Var¬ tenigian to Kokinis and George added the extra point. The second six points was a repeat performance from George and Pete, while Vartenigian scored the third tally on his own running ability. Bulkeley’s defense was a big factor in the holiday win as they thwarted drive after drive by the Golden Warriors within their own 10 yard line. As a result of the New Britain duel, George Var¬ tenigian and Pete Kokinis jointly received the Babe Allen” trophy. Dick Beebe copped this recognition as a sophomore and Koke was awarded the same honor in his Junior year. While the Bulldogs didn’t measure up to their head¬ lines, nevertheless they captured many local honors and dominated the Hartford Courant’s All District Squad. No less than five of Mr. Allen ' s athletes copped top spots on the All Star Defensive and Offensive selections. Ed Caffegan and George Vartenigian were two way winners while Guy Carbone made the grade offensively and Pete Kokinis and Dick Beebe spearheaded the defensive picks. Ed Caffegan gained more glory for the Bulldogs when he was also named to the All State Squad. George Vartenigian Co-Captain Harvey hits Hartford hard Pete Kokinis Co-Cap tain Beaver bites 93

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The QB for a TD against NB history books. Trailing 12 to 0 with four minutes remain¬ ing, Bulkeley brought the ball to the New London six by three quarterback sneaks and the aid of a penalty. Cristalli scored on an end run and Vartenigian annexed the extra point. The stage was then set for George’s history making run. With seven seconds remaining, Vartenigian grabbed the Whaler’s punt on his right and started his whirlwind trek to glory. Although the clock ran out while George was wending his way to paydirt, he continued tight rope racing up the sidelines to sure victory. Guy Carbone and Ed Caffegan aided the cause by throwing two key blocks. Joe Testa crashed through for the extra point winding up a 14-12 win for BHS. A scrappy Bulldog eleven battled its way bravely dur¬ ing wind and rain only to be outlasted 13 to 6 by Wilbur Cross ' powerful combine at New Haven on October 30. Bulkeley, once again, failed to cash in on the “breaks” and went scoreless in the first half, George Vartenigian accounted for the Maroon’s six points while Vendetti’s place kick fell short. Inspired by Chopper Korisky’s halftime oration, Bulkeley’s “Sleeping Giants” smashed Weaver’s all winning record. Flashing pre season promise for the first time, the weighty Bulldogs finally jelled and walloped the Weaver Beavers 20-12. The loss was the third straight for Weaver at the hands of Bulkeley. Two years ago, the Maroons upset another undefeated Northend eleven without even scoring a first down. Penalties erased two successive touchdowns before Cables scored legally on a smart pass from Vartenigian. George added the extra point. The Greens tallied and the halftime score stood 7-6. From there on, thanks to Mr. Korisky and “Little Kim” (the baby of the year), the - Bulldogs blossomed into the Giant Killers” they had been predicted to be. Weaver’s ground game which netted 37 yards, showed a net loss of 24 yards in the second half. Big Ed Caffegan personally headed the unstopable surge of the Maroon forwards. All told, Eddy crashed through the Beaver’s line ten times to nail Quarterback Borden for big losses. The Coleman brothers contributed both touchdowns for the Greenshirts lost cause. The alert Allenmen capital¬ ized on a fumble recovery and a blocked kick, both by Dick Beebe to score the last two markers. The hustling Dick Beebe Co-Captain Dreadnaught” escorts Maroon Destroyer. Ed Caffegan Co-Captain Kobe’s TD beats New Britain 92

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The fleet footed Flashmen of ’55, Cross Country style, failed to score a single victory in eight outings but nevertheless, the squad’s spirit and deter¬ mination merits recognition. Although the BHS Harriers dropped a 22-33 decision to the West Hartford Warriors, Ronnie Marshall, a Maroon junior, not only copped first place but also broke Hall High’s course record by 12 seconds. His time was 11 minutes and 50 seconds. East Hartford also spelled defeat for the Atlin Athletes on October 5 at Goodwin Park as did Windham on October 8. In the latter contest, Marshall placed second, Captain John Carella, fifth, Rickie Bailey, ninth, A1 Marotta, tenth and Pete De Resta eleventh. In the Greater Hartford High School meet at Keney Park, Bulkeley landed on the bottom of the list but Ron Marshall managed to come through eighth for the Maroons. The Bulkeley squad also partici¬ pated in the Sectional Meet at Storrs and the State Meet in Middle- town, Conn. Earning well deserved letters for their valiant efforts throughout the season, were John Carella, Ron Marshall, A1 Marotta and Dick Bailey. Front Row: Marshall, Marotta, Bailey, Taylor, Driggers. Back Row: Carella, Caserta, Rudis, Webster.