Coached by the late Dan Melinkovich, this was the first GHC team, in any sport, to win a conference championship. The Chokers finished with a 7-1 record and outscored their opponents 203-76. Several players went on to enjoy 4-yr football careers. Team members included, Leighton Bailey, Marion Bogdanovich Jr., Robert Campbell, Charles Canto, Clarence Carlson, Jerry Crowley, Don Eldrat (University of Oregon), Floyde Ellingson, Darell Everett, Dan Fackrell (Washington State), Bob Fitzpatrick, Don Fluery, Don Furu, Kenneth Giske, Bud Hampson, Bob Hooker, Bob Hylands,Arnold Jones (Washington), James Lamb, Robert Mandich, Donald Mason, Richard Murchy, Eldon Odle, Paul O'Leary, Bob Redkey (Oregon State and Canadian Football league), Arnold Roberts, Joe Roberts, Perry Rosen, John Smethers, Bill Swor, Marv Tennefoss (Stanford), Wally Waugh, Jess Wincewiez, Dan Melinkovich (Head Coach) George Palo (Assistan Coach) Don Christiansen (Head Maneger) and John O'Leary (Assistan Maneger)
