Word: drilled
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Dates: during 1910-1919
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...long drill in passing, shooting and following in rebounds, and a brisk, short scrimmage between teams A and B was the practice for the University squad at the Arena yesterday afternoon. The scrimmage, which was decidedly better than that of the day before, ended 2 to 1 in favor of team A. That the first team did not score more was in large measure due to the sterling defensive work of the second-string backs, Eckfeldt in particular handling his stick cleverly. Thacher scored the first goal, whipping the puck past Abbott on a quick pass from W. Morgan. Bliss...
Another matter in the Report of especial undergraduate interest is that of the military movement. President Lowell emphasizes again the danger of overestimating the value of winter drills; and he points out their futility unless reinforced by actual tactical training in summer camps. He expresses the fear that the humdrum of mere drilling may disgust men with a work in reality interesting. The organizers of the Regiment have taken the position that, on the contrary, winter drill would increase interest in military matters and the attendance at summer camps. This is the view with which General Wood is supporting...
Although Captain Cordier will be unable to attend the regular drill tonight, on account of his grippe, he expects to be present at the non-commissioned officers' school tomorrow evening...
...must drill with the company to which they have been assigned unless they have been officially transferred to another company, or have been excused from drill. Any man uncertain to what company he is assigned is directed to report at Regimental Headquarters immediately...
Coach Townsend sent the second hockey team through a hard two-hour practice at the Stadium rinks yesterday afternoon. After a long drill in stick-work and shooting, the men scrimmaged for nearly an hour and showed considerable promise of future development. Of the forwards, Kissel and W. W. Rice '18 in particular showed to advantage. Duncan and Ginn appear to be the best of the candidates for the defense positions and Ligett is doing well at goal...