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  1956 Northwest Player of the Year

 

George Foster

Running Back

Seattle Ramblers

 

George Foster was a backfield and kicking sensation with the Ramblers in 1956.  Ever a threat to break the big run, Foster had numerous 50+ yard plays during the season.  His biggest game coming against the State Penn team where he rushed for 4 touchdowns and kicked 8 conversions for a total of 32 points.  George was honored with the team's Inspirational Award following the season.

 

Ramblers reported offensive stats:

 

vs Oregon College of Education Wolves  2 TD (1 yd/ 2 yds) 2 PAT

vs Linfield College Wildcats  1 TD (71 yds)  PAT

vs Washington State Penn Steelers 4 TD (1 yd/38 yds/ 78 yds/86 yds) 8 PAT (222 yds rushing)

vs University of British Columbia Thunderbirds  1 PAT

vs Humboldt State Lumberjacks 1 PAT (103+ yards rushing)

 

1956 Seattle Ramblers Inspirational Award (A gold watch from jeweler Frank Ursino.)

 

 

   

 

 
 
 
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