Betty. McQuire (20) and Mag Strittmatter (5) will return to the women's basketball team this season. They are shown in action in the Lions' tant win over Maryland last season. COMING TO ALTOONA ENGLAND, DAN & JOHN FORD COLEY ,Latest Hits Include . . . • "I'd Really Love to See You .Tonight" "Nights Are Forever Without You" "It's Sad to Belong" & "Gone Too Far" Coming To JAFFA MOSQUE Friday, December 9th Two Shows, 7 and 10 P.M. TICKETS $6 &$7 Au Seats Reserved t attA 110 Versatile Velour WARM-UPS VELOUR VERSATILITY by Quantum! JaCkets and pants are available as suits or separates. Fabric is a luscious 85% cotton, 15% Poly Velour. And yes, you can machine wash and dry. avtiotwao—THE RACQUET SHOP (yes, we have Godiva Chocolates again) 129 W. Beaver Ave. 234.5016 Daily 10-8; Sat. 10-5:30 , f -os For tickets & transportation contact: Ask Mr. Foster Travel. Phone 237-6501 and Record Ranch. • ; '''•:'''',*(tS>l . la( : 0 i i,.... ,454 , ( i ,' ..,, ..1 . ) , 1 , / ' • •:).: ..) .k SC ce ~• ;;;,i 11 1:4 ‘ . : ,. . - N ... ', ' • 0 IN ..... ..'-.:' *': e : s. ) • ... .:. 2 _.- ',; ' __, Cagewomen small, but have good attitude By DARLENE HROBAK . Daily Collegian Sports Writer One word springs immediately to mind when reviewing the women's basketball slate for this season challenge. Along with the old faces on this year's schedule come the new, and the new have almost awesome countenances. Immaculate,. Montclair, and Queens all teams with winning histories and national reputations grace Penn State's slate. According to Lady Lion coach Pat Meiser, • her charges are ready and willing to accept the challenge those teams present. "I feel like we have the personnel and the players who want national recognition," she said. "For instance, when we beat Maryland last year, it was probably the best thing that happened to Penn State basketball." Defeating 13th-ranked Maryland was the highpoint of the season for the Lady Lions. Afterwards Penn State seemed to Performance 'cm' sveN,..4 $2. off Belts sizes 28-38 line quality, famous brands leather and fabric belts ~ ~i Jc ~ NOW THRU SUNDAY SANTAS' HELPERS SPECIALS $3. off Sweaters for 41 .1 , iill•I ►to .1 1 cliuse ii 1, p ' o°4 $2. off Flannel Shirts priced as EXTENDED X-MAS HOURS 10 - 9 MON. CHO.Clip tHri be on its way to a spot in the 'national rankings until a gutsy Slippery Rock team came along and burst their bubble. But that's all, past history, and Meiser, for one, doesn't think history will repeat itself. The Lady Lions aren't ranked in the top twenty, but that doesn't squelch Meiser's enthusiasm. "I don't think this team will be the kind of team that will go into slumps. They worked too hard for that," she said. "I feel this team knows what's happening in terms of opponent com petition. They know they're good." The Lady Lions should also be familiar with their teammates' playing styles. This year's tentative starting line-up consists solely of veterans. Nancy Kuhl, a junior who has suc cessfully recovered from summer knee surgery, will be the point guard. Sophomore Jen Bednarek, last year's scoring leader (14.5 ppg), holds down the other guard position Mag Strittmatter, a 6-0 senior who w as 118 W COLLEGE AVE.. averaged 10.6 rebounds per 6me last year, returns at center. She is flanked on one side by 5-7 sophomore Sue Martin, who has shown tremendous im provement. Either senior Nancy Carlson (5-11) or sophomore Betty McQuire (5-9), who are ranked even, will start at the other forward spot "We have a starting five that's relatively small," Meiser said. "But this team has worked harder than any team I have ever had before. "They have a much more mature outlook. They know that they can play on the same court with any of those teams." This year the Lady Lions will feature quickness on offense and use a predominately man-t9-man defense. Some "exciting new faces" will help put their battle plan into action. Four freshman, including a com bination their coach calls Mutt and Jeff, should see some playing time. Mary Donovan, a 6-4 former high school teammate of Bednarek's, is Mutt. Guard Applications are now being accepted for: Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities Selections based on involvement in extracurricular activities, leadership abilities, and academic excellence. Applications available in the USG office - 215 HUB and the GSA office Deadline December 9, 1977 Is extra savings A , '*..., 1 1,2\ . - FRI. The Daily Collegian Thursday, December 1, 1977- : 'O , O.*: , MMW: 44 * : Ui'* o: Z4d4MS• • Ate. 00 : Par**V' • :::::5%.4:50:4Wthi.i 10 -6 SAT. Karen Micita, who at 5-4 is the shortest member of the team, is Donovan's counterpart Jeff.. Penn State lost only one player to graduation guard Ginny Johovich. Hallie Bunk, a sometimes starter last season, came to a decision with her coach last spring not to come out for the team. Toni Clarke, a junior plagued with knee injuries, will sit out the season due to another operation. The Lady Lions will discover soon enough just how good they are. This weekend they'll compete in the Pitt Invitational, followed by a Tuesday night game with an Australian touring team. After that it's bang, bang, bang with Immaculata, Montclair and Queens. Are the Lady Lions ready for all that? "Timing wise it's just about right," Meiser said. "In terms of injuries (none), attitudes and strength of play, we're moving right along. We're right there." 12 - 5 SUN. LL/
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