Monthly Archives: May 2007

That was Cherry Valley’s last threat. Later, in the fourth quarter, she reached the Maroon-and-Grey’s twenty-seven yards but was forced to punt after two attempted forward passes had failed. Brimfield secured two more touchdowns, one in each period, and twice … Continue reading →

instant later by sounds counterfeiting the howling of an unhappy dog From somewhere down the corridor the anguished wail floated, followed an instant later by sounds counterfeiting the howling of an unhappy dog. Threats and pleas mingled.

There was a meeting of the coaches that Sunday evening at Mr. Robey’s room in the village. Mr. Robey, Mr. Boutelle, Mr. Detweiler, Andy Miller and Jack Innes were present, and, although the school never learned what was said or … Continue reading →

“That is a shame,” said Clint sympathetically. “How’d you do it?”

“Centre, and he’s a peach. Marvin, over there, is first-string quarter this year. Edwards will be one of our ends and Hall will have right guard cinched, I think.”

“I didn’t put it on. Lawrence did, naturally. And it’s silly to say that no one ever heard of Morgan’s. Just because it isn’t near New York you think it can’t possibly be any good!”

Clint was too angry now to remain longer diplomatic. “You’re a fine one, Dreer,” he declared hotly. “Why don’t you fight your own battles and not bring a hired bully to do it for you?”