Wisconsin High School - Wisconsin Yearbook (Madison, WI)

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Bob Holland - Bob was our regular right half for two seasons and could always be counted upon for a good iob. He liked the going rough, and was one of the best blockers on the squad. Buzz also was a good tackler - when he remembered to keep his head up! if Jerry Herling - One of the smallest men on the squad, Jerry is blessed with good athletic sense, and is usually in the right place at the right time. He ended the season as our regular safety man. And we are looking forward to his playing a lot of quarterback next year. ilk. Don Lehman - Don is one of the few sophomores to earn a varsity letter. He is rugged and a willing worker, and improved rapidly through the year. Don has a bright athletic future and we are looking forward to having him around for two more years. Ken Little - Ken was a veteran lineman, at his best when the going was tough. He held down the middle of our line, and was never known to take a backward step. Foosh was quiet but thorough in his work. vi? Dick Pigorsch - Dick won his fourth major football letter this year - quite a feat for a football player! He held down a regular end position, and was equally effective on either offense or defense. At the close of the season Dick was elected co-captain by his team-mates. sir Dick Precourt - Dick was one of our quarterbacks, and did some good passing during the season. He has plenty of natural ability, and needs only to apply himself fully to become a really fine ball player. Here's hoping next year is his big one! Frank Sarles - Frank was one of our regular ends, and could play really fine ball when he applied himself. He was a good fellow to have around for morale, and we'll always remember his good nature. Yes, we think Frank did a lot for football - and football did a lot for Frank, too! 'fir Bob Spoentgen - Bob was one of our left half- backs, and probably our best natural runner. He picked his holes well by the season's end, and was a deceptive ball carrier. He throws a good pass and we're anticipating a really fine season for him next year. Sir Paul Trump - Paul ended his third season as a regular, and was accorded an honor he richly de- served, that of being elected most valuable player. Paul was our high scorer, leading ground gainer, and ace line backer! We're glad Paul was on our side, and we certainly will miss his stellar play. fir Dave Vogel - Dave was one of our regular guards and a really fine blocker. Built solidly and close to the ground, he was also one of our better de- fensive players. Dave always puts out maximum effort, and should be a stand-out player next season. Sir Dave Wendt - A reserve back this year, Dave had a little trouble getting going, but finally came along fast. He figures heavily in our plans for next year, and we feel that with a little more fire, he'll be a very valuable regular. wi? Bob Westphal - Bob came along very rapidly to- ward the close of the season, and turned in some fine performances. One of the two sophomores to earn a major W, he has a bright future. Bob has a fine competitive spirit and we feel sure he'll im- prove rapidly with steady play.

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PRESENTING THE TEAM-INDIVIDUALLY Tom Atchison - Tom came to us as a new boy this year, and did a fine iob playing first string center. He is a good worker, and we're glad he's back for next season. il' Skip Bassett - Skip was our Don Hutson type of end, and could really snag passes. His spirit was tops, and he would have been a sure all-city choice had his body been as big as his heart. ik' Dick Bryant - Dick was our scat back, and made several nice runs during the season. lf he can curb his tendency to clown around, we'll venture to predict that 'Bry will be one of the outstanding players in the conference next year. Sir Reed Butler - Pete played a lot of tackle for us this year, and helped anchor our line. One of the most quiet boys on the squad, he was always steady and dependable and will be missed next year. Sir Don Damon - Don was our first string quarterback and strategist, and always eager to get in there and go. Two bad knees couldn't keep him down, and we're sure that his courage and confidence will pay him dividends some day. Sir Mickey Dean - Mike is one of the few to win three major letters. Spirit and hustle characterized his play, and he was usually at the bottom of the pile. Mike was highly thought of by his team-mates, and was elected co-captain by them. Dave Ehlers - Dave transferred to Wisconsin High this year, and served as a tackle on the team. His play helped the team most during mid-season when iniuries cut into our manpower. Dave was a will- ing worker. Sir Dave Freclrickson - Dave came along fast during the year, and was a fine end by the season's finale. We liked his spunk, and feel that with a little more aggressiveness he can be a standout player next year. We'll be watching him with interest. ik Steve Gerharclt - Steve is a rarity - a maior letter winner as a freshman! He has a very bright future before him if he pays attention to business and learns his lessons well. Steve has the neces- sary qualities - the rest is strictly up to him! Si? Jim Gale - Jim was the unspectacular type of player, but a mighty handy man to have around. Always willing and anxious to play, Jim loved con- tact and made his presence felt around the right halfback spot. Sir Fritz Hanson - Fritz played his first year of foot- ball as a senior and we're sorry he didn't report earlier. Blessed with speed and a good body, he was just beginning to be a fine fullback when the season ended. Certainly wish he had another year to show what he learned. if Jim Herrick - A transfer from Chicago, Jim was a very valuable addition to our team. Although slow afoot, he made up for this with determination and zeal. Jim was a fine competitor.

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