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LONG a dream by sports-minded University
students, the formation of a lacrosse
team became a reality this spring. This marks
the first time since the early '30's that the University
has been represented on the lacrosse
field.
The team is being run on an informal basis
to determine whether there is sufficient interest
to make the stick sport a permanent
addition to the athletic program. Spirit has
been high during early practice sessions held
at Mount Washington.
The hub of major lacrosse activities, Baltitim
ore city offers the University the outstanding
products of its high schools. Coaching the
ten is Howard Betz, former City All-Maryland.
Also from City are Matt Swerdloff and Vernon
Mules at midfield, along with Harry Tellum,
Tom Sweeney and Bob Koleher. Defensemen
are Wil Lanier of Southern, Bill Kolpack of
Boy's Latin, Morris Needle of Forest Park and
Earl Gerding of Towson. Bud Booze of St.
Paul guards the cage, while Bob Hart, Bob
Jousland, Jack Mueller and George Connor aid
Betz on the attack.
Spirited play is evident in this picture taken in a practice
session
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First row: Morris Needle, Harry Tellum, Howard Betz, and Matt Swerdloff. Stcon
row: Bob Kolchur, Bill Kolpack, George Connor, Bill Eppler, Wilbur Lanier and To!
Sweeney. Third row: Manager Ed Soper, Vernon Mules, Earle Gerding, Bob Hart, an
Trainer Bob Adams
Face off and infield action was fast and furious during one of many intra
squad games