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Captain Chuck Leigh of the Navy team stood true to form as he felled Richter in a head scissors, in 2:45. Leigh is probably the outstanding wrestler in his class in the East. Bruce Richardson found that continuing his undefeated record was too much for him as he was defeated by a decision. He was the last of the original starting Sophomores to succumb to defeat, being beaten by Luther Richards...
...Pete Illman's steadiness was overcome by Sailor Bob Searle in a decision. Searle is only a Yearling and his success against Illman, who is a good wrestler himself, seems to slate him for future honors. Duncan Longcope, the fourth Sophomore that has wrestled on the team this year was unfortunate in his first match in running up against a wrestler of Tom Taylor's ability, but he fought hard neverthless, losing by only a decision...
Richter has to face the Captain of the Navy team and has the toughest job on the team. He is beginning to become a seasoned wrestler and is bound to present a fight, but Capt. Leigh has the advantage in experience. Bruce Richardson, the sophomore who has remained undefeated to date has to endeavor to continue his record against seasoned midshipman Reynolds. It is only Bruce's inexperience in varsity matches that leaves any doubt as to the issue...
...Pete Illman has less of a problem than might seem at first. While he has never been a colorful wrestler, he is always steady when under pressure. This is the principal factor that leaves him favorite over Yearling Searle. The fight in the 165 lb. class in absolutely unpredictable. Both wrestlers are in the same class, and while Bill Daughaday has had a very successful season so far, he did lose his last match. However, this may have the effect of improving his chances against Lamb. Duncan Longcope, a new sophomore in the ranks is an unknown quantity...
...freshman team goes into its second match at the same time as the varsity as it faces the Brown freshman team. Outstanding wrestler on the team is Thomas, a yardling who hails from Oklahoma. In his last match he succeeded in pinning his man as he led the team to a victory over Tufts. He wrestles 145. Redmon will take the 121 pound class, Blaine at 128, Stone in the 136 pound weight, Miles at 155, Tine entering the 165 pound weight, Robbins in the 175, and Aldrich in the top weight will make up the other members...