Iona Preparatory School - Saga Yearbook (New Rochelle, NY)

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Halfbacks were in such great abundance that many of them saw little action. Buddy Powers, Vinnie Scully, and the Reid twins, Jim and Rickey, were those who played the most minutes. A virtual unknown, Dick Shauder, galloped for three touchdowns in the 26-6 victory over A. B. Davis. This was a good example of the depth of reserves of the Irish team. The fullback line- 'bucker was the hard-charging Arnnie Cafiero. Cat was a thorn in the side of all opponents and caused them no end of trouble. After winning the first three games the Irish looked for- ward to an undefeated season. Scarsdale, All Hallows, and Pel- ham all fell before the onslaught of the Maroon and Gold steam- roller. However the high hopes were dashed as White Plains Al Lennon circles end against All Hallows handed the Little lrish their first setback, 29-7. Power Memor- ial next took the measure of the fighting J. V. squad by a close I2-7 count. The never-say-die spirit of the lonians brought them back to win the last four games. After turning back a stubborn Mamaroneck crew 7-O, the Irish avenged the only de- feat of the '45 season by belting Fordham Prep, I8-l3. A. B. Davis next felt the Irish power, and the climax of a brilliant sea- son was reached when St. John's toppled, 20-O. Next season the question will be answered whether this record can be surpassed. Many of these boys will be wearing varsity uniforms. lnto their vacant slots will step the numerous reserves and unknown newcomers, who will form another Fight- ing Irish J. V. 91

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Hit 'em again .1:.Eiigssi,g 5' TELL' Fighting Irish takes the field V33 UNDER the capable tutelage of Brother Burns and Brother Greene, the lona Junior Varsity achieved one of the best records in its history. These two coaches used their extensive football knowledge in the building of a successful team which won seven and lost but two games. The record in itself seems incredible mainly because they had to face the test of many varsity B clubs. The little-publicized forward wall had much to do with the winning of seven games. Such was the case in the bruising Mamaroneck battle which the lrish copped, 7-O. Another of the great achievements was attained in the l3-l2 victory over All Hallows. Spirited line play rocked the bigger Gaels time and again when it looked as if they would power their way to the lrish goal. Tom McCann clears the way for Reid Proving themselves a capable pair of ends, Martin Gotte and Frank Roche performed admirably at the important flanker spots. Bill Murphy held down one tackle post and on the other side of the line was Don Bainton, an equally rugged performer. The guard slots were manned by Tom McCann and Chris Cork- ery. Tom, a converted back, received the J. V. Most Valuable Player Award for his outstanding performance throughout the season. The center position was filled by Captain Lew Sullivan, who handled the pivot post on offense and backed up the line when the Irish were on defense. These seven stalwarts proved sturdy opposition for any enemy attack. Displaying an array of speedy backs, the Little lrish often scored with sudden swiftness. The T formation quarterback was either Paul Thomas or his able understudy, Al Lennon.

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