Randolph Macon Academy - Sabre Yearbook (Bedford, VA)

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The Sabre ae Review of the Season Upon the initiative of the faculty, a new sport was ushered into existence at R. M. A. this winter. The plan to organize swimming and develop it eventually into a per- manent minor sport met with the instant and whole-hearted approval of the entire corps, and due to the excellent co-operation, the plan became a reality. With one of the best pools in the state at their disposal the aspirants for the team manifested great interest in the progress of the new sport, and the results were quite encouraging. Only two meets were held this year, both with Augusta Military Academy. R. M. A. lost both contests by a wide margin, but made a very creditable showing in both. With three years of experience and two unbroken victories, the A. M. A. team out- classed us. As the sport is developed and interest increases, a team should be developed which will place the Academy’s name high among those fostering this sport. Captain Graham was the most valuable man on the team and around him it was built. Other men who performed very creditably are Harding, Major, Miller, A., Tay- lor, J., and Moore, F. With only two men lost by graduation, next year’s squad should be unusually strong and a credit to the Academy. Much praise is due Coach Hubard for his tireless efforts in helping establish this sport. Swimming has made a commendable start among the sports of R. M. A., and there is every reason to believe that it will be a complete success. Page one hundred four

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The Sabre Miss NELL JACK, Sponsor BEDFORD, VA. OFFICERS ee ee LUSARD Ma en Reger re I I eee em Se eee, a. Coach Field Day Field Day has long been a permanent institution of R. M. A. It is a day set apart for various tests in athletic skill, and also serves as a holiday from the constant grind of classes. On this day, usually in the second week in May, people gather from far and near to witness the mimic repro- duction of the athletic games and tournaments of King Arthur’s time. ‘The day is given over to pleasure and is always long remembered. The athletic events of Field Day consist of the standard events of field athletics. There are short and long distance races, hurdle races, relay races, jumping contests, tug-o’-wars, and many other events to test the mettle of the R. M. A. cadet. The entire morning and the greater part of the afternoon are gi ven over to athletics; on the evening of this great day a reception is given by the principal, and the social side of the day begins to vie with the athletic side for supremacy. Music, refreshments and games are the order of the evening, and it all culminates gorgeously in the crowning of the queen of Field Day, who is elected by the winners of the athletic contests. This year, thanks to Captain Hubard, track is to be established here as a sport. With the development of a track team, Field Day will stand out all the more as a day of great athletic achievements. The boys will have been in training and with the valuable experience gained during the track season, they should make the 1923 Field Day the best yet. TRACK SCHEDULE pide Chath amen erat nin ois COO Mme mallet tm eicne nt nian ne Chatham April 9—Danville Military Institute (pending) . ... . . . . . Danville PADI eo Ty 1 oti ames plscopaleschoo] mae es) 9 ween semen leoynchburs pile 8 by NChbuLem Leh SGhO0 mimi i ii a ie ain mere leynchbure Via VES Lic Ca Aye aes elt st SOE a tives ee) Se ce de oe Sa 2. Bediord May 12—State Prep. School Meet. ...... =... +... . Charlottesville Page one hundred three

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