Island Pistolmen Beat The Citadel

Parris Island's pistol team took a match from The Citadel, 1,383 — 1,374, here Friday night, avenging a defeat from the Cadets the previous week in Charleston.

The contest ended the season for the Marines with a record of three wins and one loss.

TSgt. Jesse A. Davenport was top shooter for the night, getting a total of 279 out of the possible 300 points.

The Parris Island Boot, January 29, 1954

Team Results
Place Team Agency/Service Score
1st Parris Island Pistol USMC 1,383
2nd NROTC The Citadel 1,374

Individual Results
Parris Island Team
Place Name Total Points
1st TSgt Jessie A. Davenport 279
2nd Cpl Hurbert R. Matthews 276
3rd MSgt Arthur E. Snyder 276
4th Pfc Gerry E. Crowe 276
5th 2d Lt William W. McMillan, Jr. 276
Team Total: 1,383

Individual Results
NROTC Team
Place Name Total Points
1st Thomas 278
2nd Smith 276
3rd Cogins 275
4th Anong 275
5th Caldwell 270
Team Total: 1,374

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