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University Micrcjfilms International 300 N. Zeeb Road Ann Arbor, Ml 48106 8218679 Tolley, Jerry Russell THE HISTORY OF INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS FOR MEN AT ELON COLLEGE The University ofNorth Carolina at Greensboro ED.D. 1982 University Microfilms International 300 N. Zeeb Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48106 Copyright 1982 by Tolley, Jerry Russell All Rights Reserved PLEASE NOTE: In all cases this material has been filmed in the best possible way from the available copy. Problems encountered with this document have been identified here with a check mark V • 1. Glossy photographs or pages 2. Colored illustrations, paper or print 3. Photographs with dark background /_ 4. Illustrations are poor copy 5. Pages with black marks, not original copy 6. Print shows through as there is text on both sides of page 7. Indistinct, broken or small print on several pages 8. Print exceeds margin requirements 9. Tightly bound copy with print lost in spine 10. Computer printout pages with indistinct print 11. Page(s) lacking when material received, and not available from school or author. 12. Page(s) seem to be missing in numbering only as text follows. 13. Two pages numbered . Text follows. 14. Curling and wrinkled pages 15. Other University Microfilms International THE HISTORY OF INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS FOR MEN AT ELON COLLEGE by Jerry R. To!ley A Dissertation Submitted to the Faculty of the Graduate School at The University of North Carolina at Greensboro in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree Doctor of Education Greensboro 1982 Approved by 3"tsstl£tation Adviser APPROVAL PAGE This dissertation has been approved by the following committee of the Faculty of the Graduate School at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Dissertation Adviser Committee Members Date of Acceptance by Committee ,a, /ts Date of Final Oral Examination u TOLLEY, JERRY RUSSELL. The History of Intercollegiate Athletics for Men at Elon College. (1982) Directed by: Dr. Gail Hennis. Pp. 369 The purpose of this study was to prepare an historical account of the intercollegiate athletic program for men at Elon College from 1889 through the 1980-1981 school year. In achieving this purpose, an attempt was made to reflect the spirit and philosophy of the campus through the years and not merely to present a series of records, list of coaches, participants, and scores. Thus the purpose of this research was to present an accurate, descriptive account of intercollegiate athletics for men at Elon College. The historical method of investigation was used for the study. This study utilized both a topical and chronological order. Two principal sources were used in data collecting: interviews and printed materials. Appropriate photographs supplement the text. In preparation for the study standard resources in historical research, the history of sport, and other theses and dissertations dealing with the historical development of programs in other colleges were reviewed. Persons interviewed included former and present coaches, former and present faculty members, former and present administrators, former stu­ dents, and friends of Elon College. The printed material consisted of local newspaper accounts, collected documents, the histories of Elon College and the town of Elon College, and periodicals of the college (annuals, bulletins, newspapers, and athletic and alumni publications). The intercollegiate program at Elon College was initiated by the stu­ dents. Impetus was given to the developing athletic program as faculty members became interested and gave their support. As the program continued to grow the college administration and faculty took over the control of the athletic program. Over the years the athletic program at Elon College changed as the attitude of the administration and faculty changed. The program reflected environmental conditions existing on the campus, in the state, and in the nation brought about by two world wars, and the great depression. Although the intercollegiate program on the campus developed for the most part in a positive manner, some of the same problems that were prevalent at other institutions around the country (the question of amateurism and the criteria for the selection of coaches) were present at Elon College too. What started at the college as an interest of a few students in a limited number of athletic activities has grown over the years into an athletic program which has encompassed as many as thirteen intercollegiate sports. Over the years all students have benefitted from this diverse selection of activities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS I would like to thank the many people who have helped in any way to make this dissertation possible. I would like to express my personal gratitude to Dr. Gail Hennis, my major adviser, for her guidance, understanding, and motivation; and to Dr. Joseph E. Bryson, Dr. Rosemary McGee, and Dr. Donald Mengert for their support as members of my committee. A special acknowledgement to a dear friend, Mrs. Emma Lewis, whose encouragement over the past seven years has been appreciated. The library staff at Elon College is also thanked for their assistance. Finally to my loving wife Joanie and my two wonderful sons, Jay and Justin, for their patience and understanding, I dedicate this work. iii TABLE OF CONTENTS Page APPROVAL PAGE ii ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS iii LIST OF FIGURES ix CHAPTER I. INTRODUCTION 1 Why Athletics 1 Statement of the Problem 3 Definition of Terms 4 Assumptions Underlying the Study 5 Significance of Study 6 Scope of the Problem 6 Methods and Procedures 7 II. NEED FOR HISTORICAL RESEARCH 10 Every One An Historian 10 Early Recordings Of History 11 The Meaning of History 12 Why Study History 12 Four Paramount Purposes 18 Summary 18 III. A BRIEF HISTORY OF ELON COLLEGE 21 The Christian Church And The Pre-Elon Era 21 Forerunners Of El on College 24 The Birth Of The College 26 Elon College Opens Her Doors 32 Dr. W. W. Staley, The Non-Resident President 35 E. L. Moffitt Becomes Elon's Third President 36 W. A. Harper Ascends To Presidency 38 The Great Fire 41 The Great Depression 46 The Smith Era 47 World War II And A Period Of Prosperity 52 Dr. J. Earl Danieley Becomes Elon's Sixth President 59 iv Dr. J. Fred Young Is Elon's Seventh President 63 Summary 67 IV. THE EARLY YEARS (1889-1927) 73 The Beginning 73 Faculty Approves First Intercollegiate Athletic Contest 78 Athletic Guidelines Are Set 80 A Stormy Year For Athletics 83 The Athletic Association Sets New Standards 89 New Regulations Are Adopted 93 A New Gymnasium On Campus 94 Robert S. Doak: First Full-Time Coach 95 Basketball Gets A Start 96 Elon Claims Championships In Basketball 98 Coach Doak Goes To Trinity . 101 C. C. Johnson Directs Athletic Program 102 Faculty Takes Full Control of Athletics 103 World War I Takes Toll On Athletics 105 Football Returns To Elon Campus 107 Flu Hits The Campus 108 Johnson Out Corboy In 109 Quakers Defeated - Students Burn Jail 110 The Birth Of Fighting Christians Ill M. Z. Rhodes Writes Fight Song 113 Minor Sports Neglected 119 Athletic Program Changes Direction 121 Summary 124 V. THE PROGRESSIVE YEARS (1927-1942) Football 128 The Walker Years 128 Horace Hendrickson - New Elon Mentor 136 Basketball 141 A Basketball Tradition Emerges 141 Basketball Team Keeps Winning Championships .... 147 New Intercollegiate Sports Added . 151 Baseball 153 Championships Galore In Baseball 153 More Baseball Titles On The Way 163 Coach Hendrickson Resigns 166 v Tennis Dominates North State Conference 167 The Track Program And "Hardrock" Simpson 171 War Brings Halt To Elon Athletics 172 Summary 173 VI. THE WAR YEARS AND BEYOND (1942-1960) 176 Impact Of World War II On Athletics 176 Elon Returns To Intercollegiate Athletic Program 179 Football 179 Dr. Smith Hires L. J. Perry ' 179 Elon Selects James B. Mai lory 182 Harry E. Varney New Football Mentor 187 Basketball 194 L.