FRESHMAN FOOTBALL

Particular interest is manifested in the success or failure of the freshman team this year because of the fact that the graduation of so many varsity players will make valuable material from the entering class essential to next year's success. The opening game of the season with Worcester Tech. at Worcester went to 1920 by a score of 13-0. Enough ground was gained to warrant twice as many touchdowns as were obtained, but loose handling of the ball, frequent fumbling and heavy penalties kept the score down.

The 1920 men outplayed their slightly heavier opponents in all departments of the game, frequently breaking through and stopping Worcester's plays before they could be put in motion. The ends however, failed to come up to expectations, and Coach Spears has been giving particular attention to that department during the subsequent scrimmages. The real test of the strength of the team which was expected did not materialize, as the Worcester team was green and in poor condition, but a line was obtained on several of the Hanoverians who give promise of developing as the season progresses and being available for the varsity next year.

Harris at quarterback, was the individual star of the contest, making a number of good gains behind splendid interference, and showing good judgment in handling the team. Robertson at left tackle was easily the strongest man on the team and his punting aided materially in the victory. Sonnenberg at right guard and Merritt at center played well, although the latter's poor passing marred his game somewhat. Behind the line, Durkee at fullback was the best ground gainer and Smith at left half showed good all-around ability, while Jordan, when given a chance, played a consistently aggressive game, although he fumbled a couple of punts in the first period.