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SEASON'S RECORD The spirit of the Viking Squad can only be explained by the examination of each play­ er and his contributions: DON KOEPKE-His playing ability and enthusiasm acted as an inspiration to his team and to the crowd. His undying spirit exemplified the attitude of the team and the purpose of the game. Always on the top of the .high scoring roster and mainstay of every game was Don Koepke. He acted as floor captain and it is said, "As Koepke goes, so goes the game." DON SCHUBERG--He was a late' comer to the team this season but a welcomed asset. He broke into the starting lineup overnight. He proved himself by playing a bang up game every time he stepped on the floor. His cool temperament on the floor help­ ed many times to bring the game out of a heated conflict. Don played for the Vikings in '49 and then left for the service. DON MAC LEAN-His calmness on the floor was only surpassed by his long range shooting eye and his deadly hook shot. Many a game has he pulled out of the bag! He was a returning letterman from last year and we hope he returns next year. WHITEY DAHL-One of the most dependable players on the team; he set a new O.c.c. record in rebounds and always managed to capture a good share of the game's points. RON KOSKI-Ron transferred from Oregon to play with Portland State again this year. He plays a fast and energetic game which is exhausting just to watch. JIM STRADER-Jim, being a veteran of last year's team and working in the pivot, did much to help the Vikings on rebounds and tip-ins. We are sorry he was forced to withdraw from school before the season's end. JOHN MciNTYRE-He was one of the unnoticed stars on the bench until the last of the season when he brought victory to what seemed defeat. Big John has the admira­ tion of player and student for his eagerness and ability. Other members of the reserve, Rich Green, Ron Brown, Bud Logan, Gary O'Connell and Eldon Vandenburgh, didn't see a great deal of action this season, but as the old saying goes, "Rome wasn't built in a day." We look forward to seeing these men back next year. Well, the weather is getting warmer and the fans are looking for another attraction, but next fall basketball will be back and with it new history will be made. However, let's not forget this year's team with all the thrills and heartbreaks that came with it. Let's hang a horseshoe on the hoop for the next team to shoot at.