Dale Fla.beard 2nd bose . Don Johnston Outfielder Catchers Buddy McKee and Bill Stafford show throwing form that cut down many a base runner. Coaches Berryhill and Olree. give last minute instructions that may win the big balJ game. Baseball Provided The Spring's Delight Harding athletes looked forward to spring with warm anticipation as they aspired to be on that baseball squad that was predicted to have a very successful season. Twenty years before "Preacher" Roe had led another well-known Harding team to the state championship under the guidance of Coach Berryhill. Now after a period of inactivity, the same coach was around with a team just as "raring" to take the field. Competition was keen for every position as some forty-five aspirants reported to the practice field. The first game was against Southern Baptist on April fifth, and this started a twenty game agenda that provided the fans with many anxious moments and the team with growth under pressure. Bright red, blue, and gray uniforms ·were the pride of the Harding diamond, and constant determination was the greatest trait of each individual player. 162 Vernon Mossev lst base. Harold Norwood Outfielder
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