Franklin gives up pro ball position, coaches receivers As a coaching additive Willie Franklin began his first year on the Bison football staff as a graduate assistant. Franklin, a former professional football player, gave up hi ' position with the Philadelphia Bell of the WFL to enter the two·year Chris· tian Communications Program of a preacher training. Working mainly with the receivers, Franklin shared his professional knowledge and spiritual zeal with the whole team. 1. CAM PROCK gazes down field for a receiver . 2. PLAYERS receive instruction during half·time break. 3. HARDING fans heartily support the Bisons. 4. HALTING a Mulerider drive, Bison defense smothers the ballcarrier. 5. TOUGH Bison defense pushes opponents for a loss of yardage. 6. WIDE receiver Perry Brown breaks to make a reception. 7. STEVE ROSSand Jackie Alston block the way for Steve Peeples. 8. SHAKING off a defender, Jackie Alston makes the reception. 9. DAVID SKELTON puts the ball up for an extra point. 10. FROM the sidelines, Perry Brown watches the game. 11. VALUABLE yardage is gained as Joe David Smith carries the ball. 12. SNAPPING into action, the Bison defense initiates the play. 13. LINEBACKER Robert Bridges moves toward the goal line to score on an intercepted pass. 252 / FOOTBALL
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