JfIARCH 7, 155$ Bobbin’ Along 808 SCHOELLKOPF ■Ass't. Sports Editor- Penn. State’s gymnastics team, which has bowled over everything in the way of competition that has crossed its path this season, might have a squeeker - this afternoon-in Army. The Cadets, defending Eastern gym. champions, will bring - a once-beaten, but powerful aggregation to -RecHall at 2 p.m. today in the lidlifter of a triple header bill at the Nittany circus grounds. Coach Gene Wetlstone-s hustlers, who have been hotter than Uncle Joe. Stalin's mustache of late, will be angling for their ninth consecutive dual meet Win. over a two-season, spread.-The Lion acrobats have hung five straight up on the hook this season, and are currently leading the' pack for the Eastern Intercollegiate Gymnastics Association title with their spotless slate, Having observed the, gym. .men in action this past week in their preparation for the Cadet meet-, we can say that the Nittanies are as fiery with spirit and.-determination, as they have been at any time this season. In short,' they’re anxious to get that EIGA title back on the Lion campus after a four-year lapse. And the Wettstone men think that-there’s no better .way to'sew it up than against the Cadets, who have hoggid.the diadem for the past three years. As chief of the Gym Wigwam at State. Wettstone assures fhai today's battle will be a royal one. He believes that the Nittanies will have a-rough going with the Cadet tumbling and rope-climb-; ing trios, which form thei,backbone, .of.ihe Army threat.. The Cadets, however, have broken badly at times this year, and one time—against cost .them a defeat, their first since way back when. And Coach-Wettstone believes that the team that breaks will be the loser this afternoon. The Lions have a decided advantage m that they are at home for the meet. Also, the. pressure is on the invading 2d Louies from West Point—for it is they who need to win for" at least a first-place,,tie-in the EIGA, and not the Lions, who have already clinched, a first-place tie. An event-by-eveht account of what to expect in today’s crucial meet is as follows: TUMBLING. The Nittanies, weakened somewhat by the ab sence of second-seeded Bob Kreidler, who will not compete be cause of an injured wrist, will have a fight on their hands in this event. Wettstone, however, believes that his gym captain. Bob Kenyon, is capable of big things in his last meet in the garb of the Blue and White, which should give the Cadets something to think about. Bill Sopper. who will replace Kreidler, will get his first starting assignment of the year. Army Captain George Haas, third in Eastern tumbling last year, is the Cadet's lop performer on the mats. SIDEHORSE. One of the Lions top events. Bob Lawrence, Fraink Wick, and Tony Procopio give the Lions good depth. Lawrence, who suffered a thumb injury the past week, has been closely pressed by Wick-all year. Wettstone believes that Lawrence does a more diffi cult routine on the horse, than even-the Olympian gymnasts—includ ing European gymnasts. To Wick goes the honor of being the most improved man on the team over last year. He has retained his excel lent form, and added considerably to his difficulty in his sidehorse exercise. Jim Sibley, Army’s top horseman, will push both top Lion performers in this event. . PARALLEL BARS. Slate may pick up a few needed points here with the Flying Finn, Jan Cronsledt, and A 1 Wick the top Lion threats. Although Cronstedl broke on the bars last week against Temple, he is a master craftsman in this event; and will be the man to beat. Army's Ray Colvin should provide adequate competi tion, however. Wettstone believes that this will be the closest event of the. afternoon because all six competitors have outside’ chances of winning. . / HORIZONTAL BAR. The graces of Finland should again fly through the air . with the greatest of ease here—meaning that Cron stedt, with his superb giant turns, will be the king’s choice to finish first. Mario Todaro, with his dynamic pike flyaway at the finish of his exercise, should be tough, too. Wettstone relates that Prince Mario copied his “suicidal-looking” flyaway from Japanese gymnasts in the Olympics. ROPE CLIMB. Another strong Army event. Coach Wettstone, however, believes his ropemen might pull a pleasant surprise on the Cadet climbers. And by the way we've observed State's rope men’working out this week, we'd be inclined to agree heartily with the Lion gym mentor. Dave Shultz, who had a 3.8 last week, may even travel the 20-feet distance in less lime against Army, Wettstone believes. Army's John'Ballanlyne has already been limed at 3.6 this year, and has two other good climbers behind him. FLYING RINGS. Coach Wettstone believes this event may well determine the outcome of the meet. We thought the 255 total the judges gave the Lion’s top ringman, Jim Hazen, last Saturday against Temple was pathetic. Hazen’s_ difficult routine was performed flaw lessly, yet good for only third place—a needless black mark' on Jim’s previously-excellent record. The short, stocky Hazen should spearhead the Lion attack here, with Procopio, who has racked up two first this year, closely-behind. The former’s smoothness and beautiful flyaway full twist, and the latter’s high difficult swing are points to look for in this event. Coming... Fri., March 13,1953 The FORESTRY BALL Dancing in Rec Hall From 9 p.m. to 12 p.m. To Ihe music of Jim Erb and The Blue Notes ♦ - f $2 per couple " Semi-Formal XgDg DAILY gggfg CpfcLfKfc g|EpfS¥L¥AigiA Cagers Battle Owls In Season Finale A win oyer the Temple Owls tonight would give the Lions their longest win streak of the season and would close the basketball lid on a successful note. The Staters now possess three straight victories in a row over Syracuse, West Virginia, and Pittsburgh the longest string they’ve been able to compile all season. The Lions did manage to run up three in a row twice before but setbacks by Oklahoma A&M and Colgate broke the streaks. (Last year’s squad ran up the longest skein in Penn State history with 15 straight.) . Jinx Cost 8 Losses But the Lions will be hard pressed to get their-fourth in a row, for- not ony will they be fac ing a tough Templar five, but also their old nemesis—the road jinx. This jinx has cost the Staters all eight of their losses these have been by Oklahoma A&M, Western Kentucky, Pittsburgh, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Navy, Rutgers, and Colgate. The Lions salvaged only four victories in their role as visitors. "They were over Bowling Green, Carne gie Tech, Georgetown, and Syra cuse. Tricky Tactics Already owners of four big up set wins, the Owls will also be trying to end their season with a victory.. A lot of credit for the 15-10 record compiled by the Templars this year they only had nine out of 24 last season— has been given to their Coach Harry Litwack, who is directing the squad for the first time. His tactics 7of switching from a man-to-man to zone defense after each bucket is considered the rea son why his team has been able to defeat NIT-bound Manhattan; DePaul University (only team to beat LaSalle); the Blue Devils of Duke; and Louisville. Sledzik in Last Game The Templars were considered for a bid to one of the post-season basketball tournaments, but offi cials finally decided to give the invitation to Lebanon Valley. Playing on last year’s Owl team was the greatest basketball player in Temple history Bill Mlkvy. Even though he got off to a slow start he did manage to put in 418 points on an average of 17.4 a game and a three year total of 1529. Wearing the Blue and White togs for their last game are Cap tain Herm Sledzik and Stu Phil ips. The 6-4 Sledzik has dropped in 346 points this year on an aver age of 15 a game. Three year total is 687. . Other starters for the Lions be sides Sledzik will be Jesse Ar nelle, Ronnie Weidenhammer, Ed Haag, and Jack Sherry. Amelle is the leading scorer with 390 points at a clip of 16.9 a game. His two year total is 882 points. Probable Starting Lineup: Penn State Temple" Ed Haag * Harry Silcox Ronn!« Weldenhamxner Conrad Miller Jesse Arnelle John Kane Herm Sledzik Albert Didriksen Jack Sherry Samuel Sylvester CLASSIFIEDS WANTED MALE ROOMMATE by March 14 to share room equipped with cooking facilities. Conveniently located. Inquire at 226 W. Beaver. LAUNDRIES TO do. Men's preferred. Phone 3643. •WANTED JOB playing guitar with dance band. Call 7712 in the evening. "WANTED: More people to improve, fewer •to disapprove." Write/CHRISTOPHERS, INC., BOX 1636 McKEE, .CAMPUS, for information on the "Christopher. Move ment." FOB RENT FURNISHED Apt; 2. room combination livihg room-bedroom rand kitchen i semi bath: Married couple or secretary pre ferred.- Call 2385, HALF Op select first, floor corner room— running water, for male student. Colonial, 123 W. Nittany Ave. Phone 4860 ask for C.R. . ' ONE VERY large double room with single beds. Quiet place one block from campus. Men only. Phone 7686. POST NAVY BLUE Umbrella with colored bor der, cane handle—Osmond or Sparks‘‘oh Friday. Contact 445 Simmons. By TED SOENS Sports Briefs Free Throw Fate? CHICAGO, March 6 (JP) —The fate of basketball’s new free throw rules will be decided at a meeting called'today for March 18-19 in Kansas City. The meeting was called by the National Basketball committee of the United States and Canada. M. V. Porter, secretary, said the group includes representatives of the NCAA, the National High School Federation, the YMCA, AAU and Canadian groups. Porter said questionnaires re ceived thus far from high school, college, and other groups “indi cate a wide variation in the de gree of favor with which these penalty rules are being received.” The new penalty rules were adopted for the current season in an attempt to make it less ad vantageous for a team to gain pos session of the ball. The new rule provides that on a common foul the victim gets one free throw, but if he misses this free throw he gets another; A common foul is one that is not committed in the act of shooting or is not part of a double foul. During the last three minutes, "Amazing variety and practical wisdom" says DR. ANDREW W. BLACKWOOD Temple University, Philadelphia, Penna. "The Reader’s Digest helps a busy man to understand life in these United States, in the United Nations, and even in Soviet lands. With amazing variety, and a world of practical wisdom, each monthly issue helps the reader to interpret life on earth today, with more than a few glimpses of tomorrow." Each month, Reader’s Digest editors comb through more publications than any one person could read in two years, and select whatever seems of outstanding interest. Each article is carefully condensed to preserve both its content and flavor. The wide range of subjects stimulates new interests, encourages a further search for knowledge. In a real way, Reader’s Digest helps continue the educa tion of millions of readers in America and all over the world. In March Reader’s Digest, you’ll be interested in The Earth la Born —latest scientific theories on how our earth began, how it will end; We CAN Win the War in Korea —William Bullitt’s analysis of how we can end the bloody stalemate; Fred Waller’s Amazing Cinerama —how a self-made scientist is bringing breath taking realism to movies. 50.1 -Point Average NEW YORK, March 6 (A 5 ) Clarence “Bevo” Francis of Rio Grande College in Ohio—aided by. a light schedule—has wrapped up his first year of intercollegiate basketball with an unprecedent ed 50.1-poirit scoring average. In ,39 games for undefeated Rio Grande, he scored 1,954 points on 708 field goals and 538 free throws. In the barrage of scoring, a doz en other small college performers are nearing the end of their sched ules averaging 25 or more points a game, all against sturdier foes than Rio Grande faced. under the new rule every common foul draws two free throws. ★ ★ * PAGE SEVEEf
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