And so, with tandem on tackle, wedge, or guard back, St.Eustace plowed along toward the Hillton goal, and a deep silence held the field save for the squad of blue-decked cheerers on the seats.
Remsen looked at his watch.

"Eighteen minutes to play," he announced quietly.

Blair nodded.

He made no attempt to disguise his dejection.
Clausen heard, and suddenly turned toward the coach.

He was pale, and Remsen wondered at his excitement.
"Can't we tie them, sir ?" he asked breathlessly.
"I'm afraid not.