SPORTS

Football, Basketball, Ranger Club
The Tuff Nutts, Track Group

 Coach & Yell Leaders…

•  John W. McCormick, coach of The World’s Champion Basketball Team in 1924.
• Wiley White, head yell leader & Doris Carmen, Assistant.

All-State Fullback – Alvin “Mickey” Middleton, Carmen, Oklahoma. When they make better all'round good fellows the "Rangers" will take down their sign. When the final score of the season was checked up, fifty-four of the total of ninety-six points went to Mickie's credit. Not only as an all-state man but originator of "A solution for educated toes,"  will Middleton go down in football lore. With another year to devotge to the team there should be remarkable things happen in Northwestern football circles next year.

Seasons Summary –

• Rangers 0 - Arkansas City 3
• Rangers 22 - St. Johns 0
• Rangers 0 - Central 11
• Rangers 6 - McPherson 12
• Rangers 16 - East Central 0
• Rangers 13 - Okla. City University 0
• Rangers 39 - Bacone Indians 0
• Rangers 0 - Northeastern 20
• Total - Rangers 96 & Other Team 46

1925 Season Line-up…

Left to right -- Alvin Middleton, Wayne Ballard, Joe Dollins, Henry Hort, Wiley White, Earnest Hamburg.

Left to right -- Jess Faulkner, Max Lott, Captain Anglin, Raymond Westfall, A.M. Roberts, John Buckles.

Left to right -- John Clothier, Alfred Wimberly, Lance Ewbanks, Bill Baker, Cahs. Tucker, Bill Owens.

Marion Anglin, Halfback – Jenks OK, age 22, weight 142, played 2 yrs., Sophomore. Captain Anglin’s forward passes were his standbys and his feature play of the season was that of an eighty yard run for a touchdown.  The third chapter of his career will begin this fall.

Raymond Westfall, Center –  Carmen OK, age 21, weight 205, played 2 yrs., Sophomore. “Fat” played a good game all the season thru.  He knew how to fight, a quite essential quality when you are in the middle of the mix-up.  Coolness and well calculated plays make his style of football appear to have a system.

Lance Ewbanks, L. Guard – Cherokee OK, age 28, weight 190, played 3 yrs., Senior. Lance was one of three men playing his last year on the squad and he made his final season one of the best of his career.  As a veteran on the field Lance will be missed by the team when they lope on to the field in training togs this Fall.  He was always able to see the right thing to do at the right time.

Chas. Tucker, R. Guard – Woodward OK, age 19, weight 190, played 2 yrs., Sophomore. Superb interference and fast end runs made “Tuck” a formidable foe in his quarter of the field.  This is Tucks second year of football at Northwestern and we are expecting even greater things next year.

Bill Baker, L. Guard – Shattuck OK, age 19, weight 182, played 1 yr., Freshmen. Bake played a good brand of football throughout the season. Considering that this was his first year of grid work with the Rangers and that he has three more to devote to our victories and glorious defeats, strengthens our hopes for next year.

Wiley White, R. Guard – Covington OK, age 20, weight 200, played 1 yr., Freshmen. Wiley was just a first year man and had already proved his scientific knowledge of the grand old game, for the same psychology that makes people yell will make them fight.  When opponents bump into Wiley in next year they will think they struck a stone wall.

Wayne Ballard, L. Tackle – Gage OK, age 21, weight 215, played 3 yrs., Junior. 3 yrs. Of fighting for the Red and Black endeared this Alma Mater to Wayne.  He played a heady, consistent game and was one of the most valuable linesmen in the state.  Next year will be a crowning glory for Ballard, “Hero of the gridiron.”

Bill Owens, R. Tackle – Aline OK, age 22, weight 195, played 1 yr., Freshmen. When a freshman dishes out the brand of football that Bill played this year on our squad opposing teams for next year had better beware.  Bill is good for four more years on the varsity and we really are depending on him for great things next season.

Jess Faulkner, L. End – Alva OK, age 19, weight 170, played 1 yr., Freshmen. Here the Rangers had another first year man who made his efforts realize recognition.  He snagged several brilliant passes during the season and the same style of football from Jess in 1927 will bring victories for Alma Mater.

Henry Hort, R. End – Alva OK, age 19, weight 165, played 1 yr., Sophomore. Henry’s ability was best seen when he snagged passes.  He was also a good defensive man and it was seldom that the opposing backs got around him.  To Henry goes the honor of making the first touchdown last season for the Rangers.

John Clothier, E & H.B. – Freedom OK, age 20, weight 175, played 1 yr., Freshmen. When a man can hold down two positions on one team in one season we believe he is getting pretty good.  That’s what John did, so versatile is he.  This means more to us than all The Tulsa World said about John and the fact that he’s a Senator’s son, because we know that he’s a real football star and next year we are going to see him shine.

Alfred Beach, E. & H.B. – Warner OK, age 20, weight 175, played 1 yr. Freshmen.

Max Lott, End – Covington OK, age 20, weight 145, played 1 yr., Freshmen. Max didn’t get to show much of his stuff this year, but he had it.  Those under punts had better beware of Max next year for Max will be a leader from this season’s reserve quarter.

Earnest Hamburg, Q.B. – Lamont OK, age 23, weight 172, played 1 yr., Junior. For 3 yrs. “Ham’s” weight on the Ranger line had been reaping results.  The fashion of football Ham was capable of, was varied and would suit almost any style required.  His spirals were good; his forward passes were better but his broken field running was best of all.  The Rangers were due another year of Hams excellent griding.

Joe Dollins, H.B. – Covington OK, age 21, weight 147, played 1 yr., Freshmen. “Dolly” too, hove from Covington, they seem to have a system of making real athletes over there. “Dolly” was the kind who was always ready to grit his teeth and get ‘em, and he usually gets just where he started.  We’ll appreciate some more of your good work next season.

A.M. Roberts, H.B. – Carmen OK, age 23, weight 140, played 2 yr., Sophomore. When “Pap” gets his fighting clothes on, opponents had best give him a clear track.  Altho one of the lightest men on the squad when there was a tough line “Pap” could be found smashing it thru. “Pap’s” favorite pastime was scalping Indians.

Alfred Wimberly, F.B. – Marshall OK, age 23, weight 175, played 1 yr., Freshmen. 3 yrs. off the gridiron is a big drawback but his sportsmanship is the right brand.  Another year we expect him to be a stellar performer, he showed he had the ability.

Alvin Middleton, F.B. – Carmen OK, age 23, weight 193, played 3 yrs., Junior.

Reed Coldiron, Q.B. – Pond Creek OK, age 27, weight 150, played 2 yrs., Senior.

John Buckles, Center – Cherokee OK, age 23, weight 158, played 2 yrs., Senior. This was John’s last year and his best.  Buckles was fast and light and made up for his lack in weight by darting under at the least expected moment and getting away with a play before his opponent realized he was there.  The Rangers will miss him when the gang goes out in the Fall.

Basketball...

Merle “Chink”  G. Campbell, All State Center –

In “Chink” we had the most feared member of Basketeer circle in the section of the country.  Working the rebound and his accuracy at goals made him doubly valuable to the team.  During the season “Chink” netted 348 points.  He led the conference in scoring.  When it came time to select an All-State Center the honor fell to “Chink” without parley.  We have three more years for “Chink” and then hope to penalize him a year or two just to keep him hanging around.

 

Basketball Summary – This year’s season had been most successful despite, the fact that the Rangers lost the championship by a very small margin.  Out of twenty-nine games played we won twenty-five.  The Rangers were the only conference team to defeat Phillips, winner of the Conference Championship, when they won two out of three games with the famous Phillipians.  At the close of the season the Rangers ranked second in final standing, scoring more points than any other two conference schools.

 

Left to right -- John Brand, Bonnie Niles, Mortimer Welsh, Paul Grinder.

John Brand, Forward, Alva, OK –

“Johnnie” is one of the fastest men the conference saw this year.  His floor work is remarkable and made him one of the most valuable men on the team.  Our only regret is that John is a Junior and will fight the good fight for the Red and Black but one more year.  In spite of the fact that he is the shortest and lightest man on the squad, his five feet six inches and 150 pounds accomplish a lot.

Bonnie Niles, Center, Cherokee, OK –

As Captain of the team Bonnie fought with vim and joy for Alma Mater and his team and it was a winning fight.  Bonnie played with the coolness of experience that was the envy of the conference.  Cherokee produced Bonnie.  He is a Junior – much to our sorrow.  This was his third year with the Rangers and his best.  Bonnie is six feet three inches and weighs 175.

Mortimer Welsh, Guard, Alva, OK –

Mort is a “Gibraltar” in the path of opposition.  His fighting spirit and defensive work made him one of the best stationary guards in the conference.  Mort is fast and clever and led his opponents a merry chase.  He is six feet tall and weighs 172.  Classified as a Sophomore we are assured to two more years of his services on the Ranger squad.

Paul Grinder, Forward, Aline, OK –

The strongest man on the reserve forces.  Next year’s successes will be largely accountable to Paul’s efforts.  He will land a regular berth on next year’s squad.  Paul is five feet eleven inches and weighs 151. 

 

Left to right -- Edwin Marteney, Roy Irwin, Fred Irion, Merle G. Campbell.

Edwin Marteney, Guard –

“Pug” hails from Lambert.  We are proud of “Pugs” ability as an offensive guard which landed him a place on the All-State Second Team.  He scored 250 points and is master of uncanny long shots which always hit the mark.  This is his second year with the Rangers.  He is classified as a Sophomore.  Weighs 165 and is 5ft. 9 inches tall. Dependable in a pinch.

Roy Irvin, Guard. Gage. OK –

Until appendicitis hit “Buck” he was giving promise of capturing a place on the All State.  However, this isn’t going to interfere greatly for Buck is a first year man and next year will realize great things from Buck’s quarter of the court.  Buck is five feet eleven inches and weighs 170.  Next year will see Buck making a run for the conference-team.

Fred Irion, Forward, Hitchcock, OK –

Irion ranks next to “Chink” in scoring for the season.  His mature judgment and straight thinking assure the right play at the right time.  Fred mounts seventy-two inches into the air and weighs 185.  They don’t make them any scrappier.  If you have any more over there, Hitchcock, trot ‘em over we’d like to have five hundred of the same brand.

Merle G. Campbell, Center, Alva, OK –

“Chink” formidable 6ft. and 8 inches supported by his 188 pounds make of him an almost unsurmountable obstacle on the Ranger quintet.  It is often amusing to see his lesser opponent devise schemes whereby he can neutralize “Chinks” advantage.  Just a Freshman and All State Center.  He will probably have attained his full size next year and then watch out.

THE RANGER CLUB…

Wearers of the “N” are eligible to membership in The Ranger Club, organized in 1924.  The purpose of this organization is to promote and maintain high standards in sportsmanship, stimulate loyalty and encourage participation in athletes.  Rules and regulating the wearing and awarding of letters to deserving athletics are formulated and enacted by the club.  The project of the present year was the dedication of the memorial on Wyatt Gymnasium.  Inspired by the slogan of Northwestern’s “grand Old man of Athletics” “The Team That Won’t Be Beaten Can’t be Beaten”, there is much for the good of future supporters of the Red and Black.

THE TUFF NUTTS…

This is the bunch that makes things hum at “the old castle on the hill.” You’d better watch your step, if you’ve lost your pep, for they’ll make you hep, or they’d lose their rep as Tuff Nutts, Tuff Nuts, Tuff Nuts Tough.

 

Realizing the need of appreciative and sympathic support for those who fight the game on the field or in the court, the Tuff Nutts were organized for the purpose of appraising inattentive students of the fact, and it goes without saying that they do it effectively and with the desired results.

 

When they get their belts in action

You’d better join their faction

For they ‘re seeking satisfaction

That’s what they want from you.

TRACK GROUP …

Review of the 1925  Season…

 

Because the track team is picked at so late a date it is impossible to have the pictures of the present team in the Ranger.  Accordingly a compromise is made and the pictures of this year’s tricksters will appear in next year’s book.

 

Chas. Tucker, Shot Put –

Winner of first place at the State meet last spring, “Tuck” came out this year determined to break the record this season. Smash ‘em all Tuckie boy.

Raymond Westfall, Discus –

“Fat” won second on the discus throw at last year’s meet.  We are expecting great things from him in this year’s meet.

Ted Monroe, Mile & Two Mile –

Won third in the mile and third in the two mile last year.  Going great this season.

Mickey Middleton, Hurdles –

Great things are expected of Mickey this year at high hurdles.  He was never in better trim to win events.

Marion Anglin, Low hurdle, Sprint –

Hard work and fight make Anglin one of the most valuable men on the squad.  He runs the low hurdles in great style and also the 220 and 440 dash.

Grant Roberson, Sprinter –

Capable of great variance in speeds he runs the 100-220-440 dashes.  He is especially strong in the 440.

Paul Skidmore, Distance –

There was never a time when Skids work was better.  He willenter for the 10-220-440.

Harold Kieth, Distance –

One of the best track men Northwestern ever had.  Running for OU this year.

Buck Strome, Javelin, Pole Vault –

One of the most dependable men on the team.  He is being counted as a point gainer for Northwestern this year.

Raymond Shroyer, Sprinter –

Raymond is good for a place and points in his events this spring.  One of the most faithful trainers on the squad.

Lance Eubanks, Discus –

A consistant performer last year and one of the hardest competitors to be met in this years meet.  He will probably rate a place on the State team.

Glenn Stoner, Two mile –

Endurance and judgment are the desirable qualities of a runner.  Glenn has both of these and more, he has speed.  We know he will place.

 

Reinforcements came to the track squad this year in two valuable new men, John Richardson, the coming state man in the 100-200-440 and high jump, and Kramp in the 880.  These are two of the strongest men on the team and we are sure they will take their share of honors this year and prove valuable assets to the next year squad.