Harvard Ruggers Bow to Boston, 11-3 But Manage to Escape Humiliation

Although Harvard's second rugby team lost to Boston 11-3 Saturday, it was far from the laugh-provoking rout some expected.

In the first period, Boston's rush on scrumhalf Bill Marsluff prevented the Crimson pack from getting the ball. It didn't emerge more-than five times.

After the half, however, Harvard came to life. The backs ran the ball well, with about six spurts of 40 yards each, but they couldn't force it over.

Harvard's single try developed from a kick by flyhalf John, Dickinson, which moved play down to the five yard line. After several attempts, Dickinson finally took it over on a run.

Jim Goblish did a commendable job on defense, and effective tackling by forwards Ed Quattlebaum and Quenten Spector brought their man down almost every time.

Supposedly a "B" team match, both squads fielded first string ruggers. Harvard bolstered its side with some experienced players, and Boston's fifteen included several veterans who couldn't go to New York for the firsts' game.