1965 Miracle Yearbook

LEAGUE CHAMPS Basketball Season 1964-65 proved to be one which will long be remembered. It saw the Jackets compile a fine 23-4 record, capture the M.O.L. Trophy, going un- defeated in the league, and for the second year in a row, advance to the finals of the N.A.I.A. District#22 Play- offs. The Jackets dominated the league in scoring, de- fense,rebounding, and shooting percentages. Also, three Jackets were named to the All-League First Five. Although Coach Callan is losing the likes of Mark Combs, Gary Walthall and Dozier Carter, the future bright with such freshmen as Larry Waite,John Watson, Gayle Bradds,and Al Knott. Al Knott, in particular, finished the season averag- ing 19 points per game, second to "Mr. Basketball"— Dozier Carter at 19.5 points per game. Coach Callan Left to right: Gary Shufelt, Gary Drill, Vern Hooper,Don Cooper, Gayle Bradds,John Watson,Gary Walthall,Larry Richardson,Jack Brannon, Mgr., Al Knott, Dave Thorne, Mgr., Coach Donald Callan. Foreground: Co-Captains Dozier Carter and Mark Combs with M.O.L.Trophy. 1 1 2