On the next play, Coach Pete Kettela's hopes of a successful season were dimmed. Kilpatrick trying to scramble for yards was tripped up by Mike Bracco, and as he hit the ground, Hanson hit the unfortunate quarterback. He had to be carried off the field, as he sustained a sprained neck and contusions of the mouth. He was replaced by Bill Murphy, who did not last long either. On the next series he too was replaced. After an Ivanow punt put the visitors deep in their own territory, Rick Reid blocked an attempted punt and the Dons took over on the UCR 12 as Bud Foster fell on it.
The team can look forward to next year as a number of fine freshmen and sophomores from the Bay Area are returning. Among them are Francis Brown, in the sprints and hurdles; Sheldon Bunn, a sprinter and Milton Byrd, in the weight events and sprints. All three were valuable this year and competed in various events to gain points for the team. The City was also represented by many strong freshmen. Ron Burton, of Washington High, ran well and will improve in the 100 yard dash and the 220. Dan Lawson, Adrian Wong, Bill Murphy and Frank Casabonne, all from St. Ignatius High, gave many encouraging efforts. Wong competed well in the 440 and the jumping events, as did Dan Lawson until he pulled a muscle in the last meet. Frank Casabonne, a letter winner in cross country, ran very well in the mile until he was hampered by a similar injury. Bill Murphy was also valuable in the weight events. Few members, if any, regret their connection with the team and those who constituted the team. A strong bond of unity existed between the individuals this season and this unity prompts one to believe that track does have a future at USF (TheFoghorn).
