“And that’s been our luck for some time past,” spoke Tom. “Well, now for the basket test.”
This was more difficult than straight throwing for distance and several of the lads dropped out, being disqualified by failures. But Tom, Joe and Rodney remained in, and for a time it was pretty even between them. Finally it narrowed down to Tom and Joe, and they were just ready to throw the deciding round when a new voice called out:
“Any objections to me joining?”
Joe and the others turned, to see the half-mocking face of Sam Morton.
CHAPTER XVIII
ANOTHER DEFEAT
For a moment there was some embarrassment, as Sam was not in the habit of mingling with this crowd of boys. He had his own friends, not very many, to tell the truth, but he was usually with them. The lads did not know exactly how to take his request, but Joe came to the rescue.
“Sure you can come in,” he said heartily. “We’re just seeing who can put the most balls in the basket.”