Light but cagy Tony Oberschall was the fourth halfback last year, filling in for the frequently injured regulars, and this year he will play center half, flanked by Lou Felstiner on the left and sophomore Marshall Schwartz on the right. Schwartz is a peculiar case, for he has apparently won a starting berth although he never played soccer after the eighth grade.
The second string halfbacks figure to include Al Hoyt and Harry Wexler, but Munro is still uncertain.
Don Beaver, whose speed, anticipation, and tackling frequently made him a standout on defense last year, will play right fullback, and sophomore Chris Provenson, whose injured left foot limited his effectiveness yesterday, will play left fullback. Hank Blohm and Pete Moloy are the substitutes.
Depth in Goal
The team's greatest depth is in the goal, where Elliott Finkelstein is first string, but not too far ahead of Jim Perkins and Arnie Singal. Finkelstein is not a showy net-minder, but has exceptional anticipation and a sure pair of hands, and may well be the outstanding goalie in the Ivy League this year.
Munro is making no predictions, and to do so would be extremely hazardous, for the uneven depth and experience of the team makes its prospects problematical. But the belief here is that the Crimson will certainly make a good record. With fortunate breaks in a few departments, including injuries and sophomores, the team has at least some chance to repeat in the Ivy League.