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That Maras was able to switch so quickly and so successfully--from one line position to another (even with the professionals) is obvious evidence of his football skill. He was especially adept at defensive play, working from a unique "two-point" stance. Linemen generally face the opposition either on all fours or else on one knee, with a hand down for support. Maras, however, stood on his feet, crouching forward so that his hands swung just clear of the ground. From that position, he could move quickly in any direction, and could use his hands to fight off blockers...
...Unger and Bill Tryon have alternated at the tailback position, in Princeton's buck-lateral single wing attack. Although the left-handed Unger is used primarily for passing and the right-handed Tryon for running, they have both proved fairly adept in either department...
...Wildcats boast an adept punter in freshman Bobby Renn, who, in last Saturday's game, averaged 44 yards on seven kicks, one of them a 78-yard quick-kick...
Twisting the lion's tail used to be diplomacy's favorite parlor game. The same rules still apply, but now it is known as plucking the eagle's feathers. Last week France's little businessman, Premier Antoine Pinay, proved himself adept at the game. By defying the U.S., he became a hero to all Frenchmen...
...wish I did. I do everything I can to detect them. I believe they are so adroit and adept they have infiltrated every security agency of the Government...