Metropolis High School - Illohmet Yearbook (Metropolis, IL)

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THE ILLOHMET 1944 BASKETBALL 1943-44 Row One: Gerald Comer, Gale Adkins, Douglas Helm, C. E. Alliston, Lyndell DeJarnett, Bob Wilcox. Row Two: Coach Schneeman, Manager Ed Wilson, Buddy Baccus, Bill Buchanan, La-velle Schneider, Karl Kotter, Jim Foreman, Manager Vernie Barnett. The Trojans finished a mediocre season of basketball March 9 at the Johnston City Sectional tournament, where they were defeated by a fast Carterville team. The Regional Tourney proved that the Trojans can never be counted out. as they came through a tough bracket and on into the finals to beat Vienna 42-41, in a razzle-dazzle game. The game was not close until the final quarter. At the end of this period the Eagles had a commanding 11 point lead, but Dick fouled out, and the Trojans took over the game. The Trojans finished this season with 15 wins to match their 15 losses; (a .500 mark.) They are already looking forward to a fine Trojan outfit next year, consisting of Alliston, Wilcox, Comer, Foreman, Baccus, DeJarnett, Taylor from Grade school. Hurt, and two or three more, which should round out one of the best Metropolis teams in years. This years’ team showed signs of great ability at times, such as was expected of them at the beginning of the year when they started off with three straight victories. During the season some of the best teams in Kentucky were seen on the local hardwood, including Rineyville, St. Xavier, Tilghman, and Benton. Rineyville managed to eke out a three point victory (44-41) over us after trailing all the way. The Trojans held St. Xavier on even terms for the last three quarters after blowing the game soon after the opening whistle sounded. Tilghman won over the Trojans in one of the best games of the season 44-42 in an overtime. Much enthusiasm prevailed all through the Regional Tournament, as well as during the season, and the boys did a very fine job. We’re all proud of their record and are looking forward to a bigger and better season next year.

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THE ILLOHMET--194-4 BASKETBALL 1943-44 Wilcox ‘46 (Forward)—Bob is only in his second year at M. C. H. S. and should help the Trojans to many victories during the coming basketball seasons. He is a dangerous long shot at any time and proved himself an offensive star in his second successful season as a Trojan. Alliston ‘46 (Forward)—C. E. for the second consecutive year made the first team, lead the Trojan offensive, and played equally as good on the defensive. Alliston is only a sophomore, and if Uncle Sam doesn’t object, he has two more years in school which should prove him even better than the past two seasons. Comer ‘46 (Guard)—“Sonny,” is also a second year man. and one of the many on the squad who gave a good account of himself. His calmness and cool thinking played an important role in his success as a Trojan. Baccus ‘46 (Forward and Center)—Buddy was a real “find” this season, but was not discovered until the Lone Oak game, in which he started and scored 12 points. He is only a sophomore and will be seen on next year’s Trojan outfit, if he is around. Helm ‘44 (Guard)—Coolness and aggressiveness combined with fast breaking and good conditioning were Douglas’ standouts, as he helped hold the team together throughout the season. Hotter ‘44 (Center)—Karl started to school the second semester and took over the starting center assignment against Brookport. He showed real basketball ability and was good on defense as well as rebounding. DeJarnett ‘46 (Guard)—Another sophomore who was shifted from forward to guard by Schneeman. This proved to be a fine move as Lyndell deveolped into one of the best floor men on the team. Schneider ‘44 (Guard)—Lavelle proved himself to be an excellent guard throughout the campaign and when he didn’t start, he was a capable man to send in at any stage of the game. Foreman ‘45 (Forward and Center)—Jim was the only junior on the squad, and represented his class very well. He was a threat all season and kept those on the first team fighting for their positions all the time. Buchanan ‘44 (Guard and Center)—“Buck,” a transfer student from Golconda. could not play the early part of the season due to ineligibility (not scholastic), but after he became eligible, he moved into a starting berth and filled his position well. M. C. H. S. BASKETBALL 1943 SCHEDULE Where 1944 Month Date Day Team Played Home Visitor December 3 Friday Golconda There 45 21 December 7 Tuesday New Columbia There 54 15 December 8 Wednesday St. Mary’s Tli ere 29 12 December 10 Friday Cave-in-Rock Here 24 30 December 14 Tuesday Brookport Here 28 31 December 17 Friday Lone Oak Here 33 35 December 21 Tuesday Rineyville, Ky. Here 41 44 January 4 Tuesday Cave-in-Rock There 27 38 January 7 Friday Heath There 23 32 January 11 Tuesday Tilghman There 33 44 January 14 Friday Ullin Here 45 33 January 18 Tuesday Brookport There 44 33 January 21 Friday Cairo Here 51 2S January 25 Tuesday St. Mary’s Here 45 33 January 28 Friday St. Xavier Here 40 56 February 1 Tuesday Tilghman Here 42 44 February 4 Friday Ullin There 38 37 February 8 Tuesday Vienna There 34 38 February 10 Thursday Benton. Ky. Here 23 39 February 11 Friday Lone Oak, Ky. There 33 39 February 15 Tuesday Golconda Here 83 27 February 16 Wednesday Karnak Here 56 28 February 18 Friday New Columbia Here 47 35 February 18 Friday Heath, Ky. Here 43 26 February 22 Tuesday Cairo There 32 49 February 25 Friday Vienna Here 33 49