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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1933
Page
9
The piece envisions a progressive era where clubs use planes to move players between cities, reducing travel days and expanding aviation’s role in sport. It also notes leadership debates and historical takeaways from Connie Mack and other figures, along with tennis rankings and Davis Cup mentions.
A local matchup is set for Monday as U B Church team travels to Hollis to face the school team in a gym contest. Tipoff time not provided.
Ohio University posted a 41-19 victory over Marietta as Harold Brown led the scoring spree in the second half. Banko at center and Brown fueled the surge while Marietta struggled with shooting and fouls throughout the game.
Washington dispatch notes Detroit manager Bucky Harris will rely on pitcher Thomas Jefferson Bridges for strong 1933 performances. Bridges showed improved control in 1932 despite high walks, posting a 3.36 ERA with four shutouts and a near no hit bid against the Washington Senators.
In Seattle observers note big centers shaping the Northwest basketball outlook. Kank Greiner of Idaho stands 6 feet 5% inches and 215 pounds, Pete Antoncich of Washington 6 feet 5 inches and 205 pounds, Huntley Gordon of Washington State 6 feet 5 inches and 205 pounds, Ed Lewis of Oregon State 6 feet 0? inches and 180 pounds, Cap Roberts of Oregon 6 feet 2 inches and 195 pounds.
Mt Union College beats Case 39 to 23 in the Ohio Conference opener. The game stayed tight until the final 10 minutes with Case leading 14 to 13 at halftime. Curtis topped Mt Union with nine points while Dyke led Case with eight.
In MIDDLEPORT on January 5, the Middleport Monarchs defeated Racine 43 to 10 after last minute changes forced a hurried matchup. Racine failed to score a field goal until the third quarter while the Monarchs built a commanding lead behind steady scoring and strong defense.
Two defending national champions return to Fowler Lake in Oconomowoc Wisconsin for a two day meet on January 27 and 28. Jimmy Webster of St Paul is the senior men’s champion and Helen Bina of Chicago the women’s champion. William Kritter chairs the Amateur Skating Union of America racing committee and Kit Klein of Buffalo near Olympic status is expected to return. Wilbur Marz of Chicago will enter the senior division this year. Events include sprint and distance races for champion and non champion classes with varied distances for men and women.
The Ohio Short Ship Harness Racing circuit held its annual meeting in Toledo with officer choices led by D. C. Mittenbubler as president and Dr. E. P. Clements as vice president. Dates for summer meets were tentatively set from May 2 to July, including Urbane May 2 31 and Toledo July 17 22, subject to Cleveland approval February 8.
Logan High School will host the season opener Friday evening as Jackson High visits for the main game. Basketball practice resumed with the new term after the holiday break, and coach Longley plans to finalize the starting lineup soon based on player abilities.
Illinois basketball coach Craig Ruby builds around four lettermen and promising sophomores to fill guard and forward spots. Players contending for starting roles include Red Owen Cas Bennett Ruddie Melimich Fred Fencl Bill Theobald Jack Neynon along with Frank Froschauer. Illinois aims to develop a strong offense and challenge in the Big Ten with early practice wins and key conference games ahead.
Fred Lake, famed catcher and manager for the Boston Nationals and Red Sox, may see a revival of his name as his grandson Fred Lake III enters baseball. Lake’s son Fred Lake Jr. nurtures the sport, and the newborn receives a full catching outfit with a note promising an earlier start.
The Ohio Wesleyan Bishops averaged 43 points per game over five pre season outings. They scored 40 against Ohio State and 66 against Findlay, 34 versus Western Reserve, 8 against Toledo, and 446 against Akron Goodyear. Western Reserve was the only foe to defeat them.
Colgate 38 Cornell 35. Dayton 6 Penn 48. DePauw 82 Wittenberg 22. Detroit 31 St Johns 23. LSU 82 Alabama 27. Mt Union 30 Case 23. Penn State 43 Susquehanna 4. Princeton 42 Rutgers 26. Waynesburg 53 Fairmont 36. West Virginia 35 Salera 29.
The article explains a back tap drill for guards facing strong pressure. The guard taps to the game position behind the center. if the guard misreads, he taps directly. A double back tap sequence has the center in scoring position by passing to No. 2 then No. 3 before a long pass to the center.
New York report spots three western amateur golfers as likely stars for the year. Johnn Fischer, Gus Moreland, and Charley Seaver impress with speed and skill, while echoes of Bobby Jones and Francis Ouimet frame the era as youth challenges the old guard.
Captain Howard Mattison of Erie Pennsylvania leads Ohio State's scoring with 37 points in five pre season games. Bob Colburn of Dayton is credited with 36 points while Herb Brown and Lew Hinchman each have eight. Bill Hasket has tallied 3 points since returning from limited action.
University of Detroit basketball team led 17 to 4 by halftime and defeated St. John's College 31 to 23 here on Wednesday night. Fake Haney scored nine for St. John's while Pegan and Cicotte added nine each for Detroit.
Lutherans defeated Greencastle crowd in an upset as DePauw, 1982 Buckeye Conference champion, topped Wittenberg 32 to 22 on Wednesday night in Greencastle Indiana.
New York report portrays Babe Didrikson as disillusioned by professional status and media hype. She longs for amateur competition and the thrill of athletically prime moments, fearing money and publicity cannot replace sport. The piece reflects limits on professional women athletes and forecasts her legacy.
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