Central Etobicoke High School - Etobian Yearbook (Etobicoke, Ontario Canada)

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Q . O-'x Back: Mr. McKerrow, Mr. Durrant, G. Newlove, D. Williams, M. Syron, W. Reynolds, D. Cass, O, Argalis, J. Dowrard. Middle: D. Edmonds, E. Wasag, B. Bissell, R. Fieghen, B. Johnston. Front: D. Guest, B . Rankin . SENIOR BASKETBALL Etobicoke's powerhouse Rams returned the Senior basketball trophy to its familiar spot in the showcase, the culmination of a perfect I3-game season, unmarred by a defeat or tie . The Rams slammed home a total of 898 points, while only 533 points were dropped in against them . The team was big, fast, and experienced. Mike Syron lwho wears his hair at an altitude of six feet eight inchesl, und Don Guest were the league's most feared under-the-basket men. Dave Williams could dump the ball through the ring from just about anywhere on the floor, and captain Billy Rankin made the toughest plays pay off when it counted the most. Warren Reynolds, always played it so cool, that he got the title of the Etobicoke lceman hung on him. Behind this starting BOYS' ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION The year of '53-54 was a great success for the B.A.A. due largely, to the performance of our many teams. Besides the inter-school teams, which had magnificent won-lost records this year, there were intra-mural teams , These intra-mural teams competed in P.E. periods, and many boys learned a great deal from the instruction provided in these games. This year's executive composed of Bill Rankin, presi- dent, Don Guest, vice-president, Don Comish, secretary, and John Turner, treasurer. This central executive was ably assisted by thirty-five class representatives for school functions. Also, the staff advisor, Mr. Thom, besides his position as Head of the Physical Education Department, helped tremendously in the way of advice and work. Proceeds from dances, basketball and football games, plus track and field meets, raised the B.A.A.'s fund to such an extent, that they are the highest they have been team stood the eager reservists, Ron Fieghen and Bill Bissell always showed strongly, and Dunc Edmonds was as reliable as they come. Grant Newlove, Don Cass, Bruce Johnson, Ed Wasag, and Ozzie Argalis rounded off the champions' roster, and could put on a very cred- itable performance when called upon .' Coach Jack Mc Kerrow can well be proud of his boys. He brought them through the tough schedule with the steady hand characteristic of all championship coaches . From his spot at the end of the bench, he lived every second of every ball game with the players working for him on the floor. The net results of his efforts are best summed up by the sport page headlines, RAMS WIN AGAIN . D. Comish,J. Tumer,D. Guest,Mr. Thom,Bill Rankin. in quite sometime. But they will not be unused as equipment must be purchased, and minor expenses attend- ed to. I would like to thank all the staff members for contri- butions in assistance that made each B.A.A, event a success . 33

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SENIOR RUGBY Mr. Jackson can be proud of his Rams again this year. At the beginning of the season it was a little doubtful as to what kind of a team the coach would have. Many of the old stalwarts from the previous year had moved out, leaving places for new players. Who were to fill the empty positions? Former Juniors filled some of the positions, but most were filled by fellows who had not played rugby before. As could be seen throughout the year, they all tumed in standard performances. The well-balanced team, scoring an average of 24 points a game against an average 4 points, placed in the Red Feather Tournament for the third consecutive year. The Rams, a favourite for the Red Feather Golden Rule Award, played a strong game against Sudbury and won 26 to 5. Fewer penalties throughout the game, and iust a little more strategy at cmcial moments would have won the title for the team. One might have thought the Rams unbeatable, but when the East York Goliaths invaded Etobicoke's field, the team knew it was up against stiff opposition. The Goliaths, who won, were definitely out to win, and, perhaps, played a little harder. Next year, who knows?- JUNIOR RUGBY A name means nothing unless there is a good team to back it. The Golden Gophers proved this by beating all opposition, for at the end of the season, the Gophers were at the top of the Western division, with six wins, and no defeats. In the quarter final, Etobicoke met a strong team from Forest Hill. This proved to be the hardest game of the season, for the Gophers were only leading by five points at the end of three quarters. However, on intercepted pass late in the game gave them a T0 to 0 victory. ln the semi-finals, the Gophers rolled over Mimico, to win with no trouble. The Gophers now met a strong East York team in the finals at Varsity Stadium. The Gophers, in top condi- 32 tion, and at full strength, expected to have a tight game . However, after the first half, they were surprised to be ahead 23 to l. The Gophers kept up the pressure to win the championship 34 to l. Through superb coaching, Mr. MacMartin built a smooth running and powerful team, which was respected wherever it played. Although the individual members all played well, team work, and spirit predominated throughout the season . Credit should be given to Rick Schaeff, who played the cloak-and-dagger part by scouting other games, gathering valuable information for the coach . BANTAM RUGBY The Etobicoke Bantam Bulldogs completed their foot- ball season undeafted, to win the T.D. l .A.A. champion- ship. The prospect looked grim at the beginning of the season, but excellent coaching under Mr. Hollingworth developed through teamwork, a strong cohesive unit which went all the way to the championship. Their first game was against Runnymede, and the next week they beat Weston. With two remaining league games at home against their two toughest rivals, Royal York and York Memorial, the team was beginning to shape up into a championship contender. Against Royal York, the Bulldogs played one of their best games, wind- ing up on the long end of the score. York Memorial looked like a Junior team, but Etobicoke still managed to win. The Team then went into the play-offs against Scarboro . ln what could be termed a mud-bowl, the Bulldogs defeated Scarboro, vfno gave Etobicoke the best opposition of the year. The team met U.T. S. for the Finals at Varsity Stadium . As game time came near, the weather became quite cold and windy. A bad start dimmed the hopes of Etobicoke. ln the fourth quarter, an Etobicoke player picked up the ball and raced ten yards into the end zone for a touch- down, and the T.D.l.A.A. Championship. Much credit must be given to Mr. Hollingworth, who gave much time and energy to develop the team and the individuals .

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