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Although losing all-conference third baseman, Ray Anderson, the infield is solid. Three sophomores are back from excellent first seasons. Figured to fill out the infield are Denny Heath, Phil Adolph, and Don Lowry. Lowry may play outfield. Both Howard Fetz and Gene Hanson are back to share the catching duties. This position is strong. Pitching is the big headache. With the Joss of workhorse, all­ conference, Roy Love who posted a 7 and 5 record last year, Portland State lacks an adequate replacement. Love is assistant coach and will work with a nucleus composed of Al Brown, Mike Kondos, and outfielder Bob Gray. The total outlook for the 1960 season hinges on pitching, but the team should be stronger than the rapidly improving squad of last year which won six of its last eight ballgames and took second in the conference. This is the fourth year for Mike Tichy after coming from Portland University. Mike has faced building problems, but each year the prospects appear brighter. This year , the conference championship could go to Portland State. 215