March ol, 1944

Dear Sir:
ee is my duty and priviledge 4s @ sports writer for the South Atlantic

News to gether statements and facts about all sports for the servicemen in

this area. During tne footoall season, I wes very much honored to receive a

& statement tFom Coach Frank Leahy of Notre Dame. Now that tue vasketball

season is drawing to a close, I kKnow.the fellows would like a statement from

one ot basketballs top men, and in my opinion that is you.

I would certainly appreciate a stavement from you on how the war has
atrectea tne basketball of touay. if at ail possible a photo of you or the
squad would be very much appreciated to go along witn the article. |

Am hoping to hear from you soon, and until then, I remain,

Yours truly,

Pod Chima Mus.i/¢
ee vie Leu
c/o Fleet P.O., N.Y. <

Bob Collins