Gordon State College - Taps Yearbook (Barnesville, GA)

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The teams started the second quarter fighting harder and harder. each one calling into use the best plays they could command. Like supermen they fought, each team vainly trying to puslrthe ball across the white line that seemed so far away. Then Elbardan's halfback brought the crowd to their feet as he broke clear of the scrimmage and dashed towards the goal. Only Philwanofs quarterback was in his way. But this quarterback was a cool, experienced player, and he sped for- ward to meet the runner, calculating the distance every step. As they neared he gave a mighty jump and pulled the halfback to the ground. The visitor had gained twenty yards by that 1'un and they were on the home teamfs thirty yard line. An end run was attempted but no gain was made. The fullback fell back as if to punt, and instead, drop-kicked. A great quiet settled on the crowd as the ball soared towards the goal post. Would it make it? The ball hit the cross-bar, bounced upward, and amid a. deathly silence, fell on the outside-a field goal. The time- keeper's whistle sounded above the deafening r-oar of Elbardani-s yells, and the half was over. The beginning of the second half found the teams lighting as never before. Elbardan confidently, Philwano struggling hard to overcome the three point lead. All through the quarter they fought but the sc-ore remained unchanged. Then the fourth quarter began. As he saw his team going down into defeat John could scarcely restrain himself. Anxiety was stamped on his heavy features. He looked imploringly at the coach but that man could only sigh and wish that John was heavier. But he could not expect him to stand for any length -of time in the face of the great defense that the visitors were playing. The quarter was slipping away. Only three minutes and still no score for the home team. Vainly the men of Philwano played, all wildly fighting to save the day for their school. Elbardanis, ba.ll and two minutes of play left. A line buck, but no gain. A punt to the middle of the field. Philwanois ball. On the second play the quarterback was hurt and all hope departed from the Philwano supporters when it was seen he would have to be removed from the game. The coach called J olm and the boy jumped towards him. Do your best l was his order as John trotted out across the field, every muscle in his slight body twitch- ing in eagerness and expectancy. John called the signal for an end run by half- back but he was unable to gain. The teams lined up. fifteen seconds left, one eager thought rushed through Johnis brain. He could score the much needed touchdown for his school. Seventeen, twenty-three, forty-two, thirty-seven. he called, and as the ball left the center's hand the timekeepeifs whistle sounded from the side line, but the ball was in motion. Like a Hash John followed his interference around left end. But he was soon left alone and found himself side-stepping and stiff-arming his way by several players. After what seemed a torturing long time he was by them and he could hear the quick beating of someone very close behind him, and see Elbardan s safety in front rushing forward to meet him. Now they neared each other and the safety made a flying tackle at John. Putting every bit of skill he had into a. side-step, John was able to evade his outstretched arms, and raced across the goal. His schoolmates surged toward him and proudly marched off the Held bear- ing ion their shoulders the man who had won thc game and championship for his sehoolf-the Sub. A ' R, L, RUSSELL,

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HThe Sub The sun shone brightly, and there was a slight breeze stirring the cool, crisp air in a way that made everyone feel full of life, and even made the most phleg- matic feel that interest in outdoor sports which is typically American. It was Thanksgiving Day and on the campus of Philwano College could be seen huddled groups of boys eagerly discussing the coming football game with El- bardan University that was going to be played that afternoon. I Soon visitors began to arrive and by noon the old college town had taken on new life, for the game today was one of extraordinary importance, as it was the deciding factor in the championship race, for the team that won would be the un- disputed champion of the Association. Numerous numbers of Elbardan sup- porters were there and also .many people from the country at large. ' At 2 :3O the crowds began to swarm into the stand, and soon the bright colors of both schools could be seen floating among the spectators. The bands began to play, and yell after yell rang out in the crisp air as the hundreds of lusty throats shouted defiance at each other. The stands were soon filled and many were forced to stand. When the teams trotted out upon the field at 3:00 o'elock a. perfect bedlam reigned, the supporters of both teams shouting words of encouragement to their players. ' Each team took an end of the field for their practice, and the subs fell out of the bunch and went to their bench. John Hamilton was among them. He was a smooth limbed youth of eighteen but seemed rather light for a. football player. He was not disappointed when the coach had not chosen him to play in this impor- tant game. No disappointment showed on his face but there was stamped unmis- takably that feeling of hopefulness and desire to participate in this, the great game of the season, the one that would decide the championship. He was an excellent player, one who understood every angle of the game. but was too light to stand the hard knocks of a full game. The coach had told him many times, John, if you only had size to match your nerve and skill you would be the best in the Asso- ciationff The teams began to form on the field, Philwano had won the toss and chose to receive. At 3 :3O there was a shrill whistle, the thud of a shoe as it kicked the pigskin and sent it twisting and turning through the air. It had hardly been caught When Elbardan's ends broke through and hurled the runner to the ground. Seven- teen, twenty-three, forty-two, thirty-seven, clear and shrill sounded the quarterback signal. He received the ball and started around left end but was only able to gain one yard. Then a. line buck by the fullback and an end run around right end. Both netted only three yards. It was evident that Elbardan had an excellent do- fensive team for they fiercely cut down interference and tackled in a strong, clear- cut manner. Fourth down and six to go. A kick was necessary. The fullback dropped back and the ball went soaring down the field. It was caught by Elbar- dan's quarterback, but no ground was gained. . Most of the play was in the middle of the field, neither side having the ad- vantage and seemingly very evenly matched. After hard playing the :first quarter ended 0 to 0.

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