October 31, 1979 jo A Jane Portser Ron Herman Defense did its job, offense didn’t against Cocalico; Norlebco next Despite Dr. Predicto’s prophecy that Donegal would eke out a victory over Cocalico for H:mecoming last week, Predicic’s words failed to materialize on the gridiron, as the improved Eagles blanked the Indians 12-0. Coach Deshler was sparse in his comments on the game. ‘‘We played an extremely poor offense,’’ he said. It was our worst offense in a long time. “Our defense played well. There were some penalties, but the defense played well enough for a victory—if the offense had played as well.” Deshler said there were some mis-blocks. Some- times the backs were not following their blockers. There were three 15-yard penalties. The defense gave the ball to the offense three times in Cocalico territory, but the offense could not take adavantage of the work of the defense. To sum up, ‘You can’t win unless you move the ball,’”’ said Coach Deshler. This week Donegal faces Norlebco, which has won only one game so far this season. Nevertheless, they will be playing on their home turf and will be trying their best for another victory. Deshler says they use a shot-gun offense, with the quarterback standing back to catch the hike from the center. Deshler expects they may heave the ball as many as 2S or 30 times. Donegal has shown weaknesses in its pass defense. Deshler says the game may be ‘‘interesting.”’ What he says with most determination, however, is, ‘““We have to establish some offense.” Darrel Risberg releases the ball during homecoming action against Cocalico SUSQUEHANNA TIMES—Page 5 RRR coo. co IE SCO ROI! Rd Part the alf-time Dressed for Color Day at Donegal High are left to right, front row; Lori Thomas, Donna Zeller, Sue Brocious and Back row; Ann Heisey, Mary Jane Gordner and LaRue Hess
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