University of San Francisco Athletics

Playing their second straight Far Western Conference opponent, the DOons were blitzed by Chico State, 38-7, in Chico.It took a 17 point last quarter upsurge by the Wildcats to finally subdue the Hilltoppers, as Chico rolled to its fifth straight victory of the season. USF hit the scoreboard first, driving 93 yards in 11 plays in the first stanza. Tailbacks Brad Pappalardo and Mare Watson gained chunks of yardage and Marc Watson's running personally accounted for 41 of the drive's yards, while Watson capped the effort with a one yard plunge. Mike Ivanow booted the extra point to give USF a short-lived advantage of 7-0.

Chico State Wildcats came back with a quick score in the last minute of the first half, taking a 14-7 lead on a spectacular drive-58 yards in three plays. The second half was dominated by Chico's vaunted defense, although USF was still in contention with 10 minutes left. But the battle-weary Dons were no match for Chauncey Turnbow's elusive tactics as the CSC halfback burst for two TD's in a five minute span. Chico accumulated its final points on a 38-yard goal with nine seconds remaining. Pappalardo, a four year performer for USF, was the offensive star, ripping off 85 yards in 23 carries. However, the Don offense was held to a paltry 31 yards and one first down in the second half (TheDon).

Pappalardo was a native of Danville and graduated in Psychology in 1970.