Emory and Henry College - Sphinx Yearbook (Emory, VA)

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W. L. CASSIDY, End The Freshman class had the honor of giving Cassidy to the Varsity ranks. lie is built for stretching over a good deal of territory when there is blocking to be done or interference to be run. With three more years remaining, his future looks bright. H. C. STONE, Guard Henry was one of the outstanding players on the Junior Varsity last year. His aggressive fighting spirit and one hundred and eighty-five pounds of bone and muscle brought him to the Varsity. His pluck made him an ideal linesman. J. C. MEADE, Guard Jack is a quiet married fellow who fought a game battle for his coveted monogram and won. The personification of pluck and endurance was recognized every time he went into a game. His work against Kentucky Wesleyan was of high quality. C. A. SHUFFLEBARGER, End Shuff” is one of those fellows who works hard when he goes after what he wants. His great ability as a speedster and exceptional qualities as a snagger of passes gave him the edge over the other wing” competitors. His performance against the “Panthers” was one of the season’s outstandings. Page Seventy-four

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W. E. BONES, Halfback Billie, playing his first year on the Varsity, won by his consistent efforts a warm place in the hearts of Waspdom. A heavy charging back and deadly tackier, coupled with determination, cause fans to expect more from him in the future. E. B. COMBS (Captain-Elect) Tackle For a steady, dependable leader, the choice of the '26 captaincy naturally falls on Combs. He is sincere in making his best effort toward building up the team. We are confident that Earl will meet the responsibilities that are a captain’s and exit the better man after having met them. W. E. HASSINGER, Center In Bill the Wasps possessed a man who played the game for all it was worth. In every battle that he entered his unconquerable fighting spirit was always paramount. To a man that gave his all and refused to surrender to difficulties, the honors must go to William. F. R. BAILEY, Halfback Such words as endurance, determination, ability, speed and headwork might well characterize Kid’s playing, for it was the harmonious combination of these factors that made him the elusive halfback of ’2S. With two more years ahead of him, Wasps backers are betting heavily on the diminutive kid. Page Seventy-three

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s; Although the lightest man on the team, “Pidney more than made up for his lack of flesh with his speed and pluck. Playing part in every game of the season, excepting one, he, at all times showed marked ability in directing the team. D. C. TICKLE “Big Dan” took his football work seriously with the result that he became indispensable. With his 190 pounds of steely muscles, he was one of the Wasp’s best linesmen. With a stiff arm like a mule’s kick, he kept his opponents continually at his mercy. Page Seventy-five O. F. STICKLEY, Guard Stickley did not join the ranks of football heroes until this fall, but was very successful. He worked hard for a place in “Bingo’s” line and his letter came as a just reward. He has two more years in which to gather additional gridiron laurels. T. L. PORTERFIELD, Quarterback Ted came from the Freshman ranks. He was a sure tackier and of equal usefulness in opening holes. His favorite pastime was smearing the opponents’ plays behind the line of scrimmage. His best work was against Tusculum. C. T. MAJOR, Tackle