Rhode Island College - Ricoled Yearbook (Providence, RI)

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lilly-eCICI'I'IOl1 I . igaifnmes 'li ' . Pghhmqn ss.. , . 'Wi tjfun Q5 lint 5. P I Veelgtim i Pm ., A ' Pllihill .Lf the hm Refs qdd Coach Sheehan has just finished his most successful season as basketball coach at RIC. When Coach Sheehan took over as head basketball mentor six years ago, he faced the problem similar to those being faced by other varsity coaches-inexperi- ence, lack of college enthusiasm and general athletic ability. Since his initial takeover six years ago, Mr. Sheehan has streng- thened the RIC five to the point where last year the Anchormen compiled a fine 22-5 record. The team also won its second con- ference title and its third straight Southern title. The season was again highlighted by the play of Bill McCaughey, Jack Wheeler, Mike Van Leesten, Dick Ronleau, Leon Paparella, Stan Traverse, and Ron Clement. Mr. Sheehan expressed optimistic views con- cerning next year's team, with many newcomers adding strength to the team. I t I r I Mr. Thomas Y. Sheehan, Notre Dame University, Ohio State University Dr. Felix, while a professor of psychology, is the C U t UI: .tire W, exuberant coach of the golf team. He has coached the team for four years and has clone an exceedingly good iob in creating a strong RIC representative on the links. While most new teams lose most of the matches in con- ference play, Dr. FeIix's team has won at least half of their matches. He feels that this year's team will be the best overall team he has ever had. His enthusiastic squad plays annual stalwarts-Worcester, Gorham and Salem in conference competition. As is the case with many sports, enthusiasm from the students has been a contributing factor in gaining members, experiences, and wins. I I Dr- Morton Felix, Queens' College, University of Cfinnecticut. Mr. Puretz, at RIC since 1963 is the baseball coach. E He has been in the process of building a strong nine to compete in the stiff competition of conferemle play. He feels that this year the team will be strong- er than last year. With the increased participation of freshmen and sophomores, Mr. Puretz hopes T0 finish the season with a fine record. Mr. Donald H. Puretz, Brooklyn College, New W will Mr It , j U York University.

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11- is Mr. Robert L. Brown, University of Springfield Mr. Bogda has been with Ric since 1958. During this time he has coached both soccer and track. Mr. Bogda stated that the soccer team's calibre of play and it's won-lost record will be improved upon in future years. Two things led Mr. Bogda to this statement, the use of dorms for out of state men and the instal- lation of a interscholastic soccer league in Rhode Island High Schools. With these two improvements lying in the near future, Mr. Bogda foresees increasing ability and strength of his teams. A maior problem, with which he has to deal every year, is to teach inexperienced men the rules and skills of soccer in a short period of time. In the future, more experienced personnel will be obtainable from within the state. The track team also has shown considerable improvement and this year hopes to be equally bright. There is a growing interest on campuses in track, and more underclassmen participation. Mr. John E. Kelley, Tufts University irector of Athletics, has been at Rhode Island College for nine- Mr. Brown, D l . D ears ln this time, he has seen the College grow from a sport Institution to one which participates in seven intercollegiate sports. RIC has enhanced its position in conference competition and this year proved in most instances that Ric is and will continue to be a leader in all endeavors. Mr. Brown feels that the immense improvement being made to the athletic facilities on campus will help RIC teams grow in ability and competence. Speaking about the tennis team of which he is coach, Mr. Brown stated that many newcomers will add strength and ability to his roster of experienced players. teen y Mr. Edward S. Bogda Arnold College, Rutgers University ' lilllll II1 app Mr. Kelley has been at RIC for three years, during Whlch Time he has coached the wrestling teams since its inCePl'on QS C' VCVSITY Sport by Gene Maeroff. Mr. Kelley has molded? strong base for future success in the last few years. This Years Team was indicative of the future success of the team- 148 ,Rv ,ages C095 bgglif' hell In Sgmllar I s EH591 I Sift ll llanil f ls' ro1P' 'I lerenff ggdii Mfg llc all I7 remit? I0 III? li I I 1,- w- if l l lvl ffl? I ly, , 4 E I ll' 1 fi I .rr I H, lvl E I .lx l 'gl' I la ,Q .5 ZR tl gilt! its lt. HQ lm lim Illia Hr M x lite I 'I v lm 1

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