The first WCOA Basketball Open House, held in downtown Tampa, which gained approximately 30 new recruits.

 

President Clem Brooks modeling the basketball uniform

Irene Canino listening intently.

Irene with a potential bew recruit.

Nolan Padgett and Ed Sidlasky discuss the new recruits

Clem and Jerome, the new recruit who is now a member.

Smiles from the attendees.

Jim Drapp looks slim, doesn't he?

Ed answering questions from candidates.

Irene, holding court.

Smiles, as we logged over 30 new recruits.

Jim Eckler discussing basketball referee requirements.

The Padgetts, younger recruits.

Clem in full uniform, modeling the official jacket.

Refreshments; always a hit.

Sign on the dotted line guys as see basketball games from a new angle.

Ed is good at details.

Nolan and family; we recruit early.

Jim, thinking on a tough question.

Two senior officials can explain anything to the newbies.

A satisfied client, hopefully a new official.

Clem and the "We want You" poster.

Jim was more slim then too.

Jon guards the refreshment table.