Catalina High School - Torch Yearbook (Tucson, AZ)

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Varsity Team, Fifth in Arizona

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Sports N A

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The 1967 season was one with many firsts for the CHS varsity gridders. Cli- maxing a record 8-2 season, Troy de- feated Tucson for the first time in Cata- lina history and became the first Tro- jan team rated number one by the Associated Press. They also managed to stay in the top ten throughout the season. Sparking the team with the big play in key situations, Catalina's de- fense made possible the important wins over Tucson, Pueblo, and Palo Verde. Defensively, Everett Castle was given first team All-City and All-State honors while Bill Furrow and Iim Robertson were awarded first and second team All-City p o s i t i o n s respectively. Troubled during the first three games, Coach Griste's offense steadily improved as the season progressed. Pacing the offense was quarterback Terry Short, Bruce Butler, and Iim Robertson. Short passed for 801 yards and 13 touchdowns: on the receiving end of four of those scores was Butler, who ranked fourth in the city in pass catching. Robertson led in the rushing department with 476 yards and 42 points. Butler was chosen first string All- City end while Robertson was named second team back along with Bill Fur- row. Terry Short was given honorable mention along with Bill Britt and Charles Brooks. Iohn Partin received a specialist award for being the top place kicker in the city with 21 extra points and a field goal. At the post season banquet, Robert- son and Castle were awarded the Bob Kolb Memorial Trophy given to the best offensive back and lineman. Castle was also selected the top de- fensive player, Britt was the team's best blocker, and Mario DaCunha was named the most improved player. Mike Robertson was chosen to be next year's Sept Sept Sep! Oc . c . Oc . Nov. Nov. Nov. SCOREBOARD CHS Rincon Tucson Pueblo Amphi Carl Hayden Irvin Palo Verde Sunnyside Salpointe captain. . 15 15 ' . 22 9 . 29 28 Oct. 6 40 Douglas t 13 28 Ot 20 21 t 27 7 2 14 10 26 17 0 Ends C S Season of Firsts With 8-2 Record