Hurst High School - Colophon Yearbook (Mount Pleasant, PA)

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TH ROUG SUCCESSFUL SEASON JOHN BESKITT-Halfback, 17 years old, 5' 9 , 155 pounds John was our reliable replacement for the halfbock position. He could 'oe depended on to carry the mail. Unfortunately, last season was the end of his gridiron career. JOHN BIZUP-Tackle, 17 years old, 6' I , 170 pounds John was one of the mountain boys who did his best for the Hurricanes, The Hurst eleven will miss him next year. JACK BOYTIM-Quarterback, 17 years old, 5' 10 , 155 pounds Jack was one of our reliable men who could really add up the yardage when he ran. He is a favorite of the entire team and will be seen quite often next year. STEPHEN CIBULAS-Tackle, 17 years old, 6', 170 pounds Steve was a powerful tackle who broke up many plays aimed in his direction. When he hit the line, the effects were marvelous. He was one of the most de- termined gridders we had. DAVID CUNNINGHAM-End, 18 years old, 5' 7 , 150 pounds Dinh was superb against keen competition. He gave his best to win and proved he could stop all plays headed in his direction. ZANE FRUND-Guard, 18 years old, 5' 7 , 150 pounds Zane was a small but mighty guard of the team. He could be found on the bottom of many a pile-up. ROBERT HOLOMAN-Halfback, 17 years old, 5' 6 , 155 pounds Herby played every game to the best of his ability. He made a lasting impression on all his opponents. His spectacular performance at the Greensburg game will be long remembered. WILLIAM HOOVER-Guard, 17 years old, 5' 10 , 165 pounds Bill is small but rough and tough as o defensive guard. He was a hard charging lineman on whom we could always depend. WALTER JOHNSON-End, t7 years old, 6', 155 pounds Bud was an exceptional pass receiver who foiled many long run attempts of his opponents. This determined gridder gained many extra yards for the Hurricanes. JOHN KELLY-Tackle, 17 years old, 6' 1 , 180 pounds John was our replacement for halfbaclc. Next year he'll be seen starring in our maior games. His stamina, being up to par, affects the whole team. He will be a valuable asset to the Hurricanes. JOSEPH KOZUSKO-Center, 18 years old, 5' 11 , 180 pounds Ferg backed the line up with stamina and vigor. He was co-captain last year and showed what a fine player he really is. WILLIAM MISIAK-Guard, 15 years old, 5' 9 , 195 pounds Moe's outstanding ability rests in his magnificent defensive plays and his furious charging attack. His hard charging offensive playing made him a renowned lineman. JOHN PATULA-Fullback, 16 years old, 6', 170 pounds Long runs with fancy foot action were John's specialty. He seemed to have a sixth sense for detecting the op- ponents plays. JACK POOLE-Fullback, 17 years old, 5' B , 179 pounds Jack will be seen starring in many games during the coming years. An extraordinary runner, he should develop into a dependable backfield man with versa- tility. RICHARD ROTH-Quarterback, I7 years old, 5' B , 145 pounds Red was an efficient, dependable leader who infected the entire team with spirit. His passing ability was the maior feature of every game. We expect to see more of him. JOHN STAS-Tackle, I7 years old, 6' 1 , 205 pounds Jumbo was well known for his vicious tackling behind the line. He was o main factor in keeping the morale of the lineman at a high peak and also the main cog in the forward wall. JOSEPH STAS-Halfback, 16 years old, 5' 9 , 180 pounds Joe will never be forgotten because of those bull- like lun es. Man games were won because of his P 9 Y persistence. He'll see plenty of action next year. RUSSELL SMITH-Guard, 16 years old, 5' 8 , 200 pounds Russ was develop'ng into one of the finest guards Hurst has had when he broke his leg. He has what it takes so let's hope he plays in the future. CHARLES TAKITCH-Student Manager, 17 years old, 5' 11 , 150 pounds This fellow was manager for four years. He was thorough and exact about his iob. Thanks, Chuck . WALTER URBAN-16 years old, 5' 6 , 154 pounds , Walt was one of the hardest workers on the team. He was iniured last season but watch his smoke next year. CHAUNCEY WHITE-Halfback, I8 years old, 6' I , 187 pounds Chauncey was one of our stellar players whose deter- mination helped win many games. When we needed yardage, he was our man. WALTER WITEK-End, 18 years old, 5' 10V2 , 180 pounds X Wally is a three year letterman whose talent in pass- catching won him a position on the W. P. I. A. L. Class A team. He also was a co-captain last year.