Spike was named "Class Cup-up" at Stadium in 1940. His youngest brother, Carl, nicknamed Spike " the Governor." In her biography of Spike's mom, Emma, Carrie writes: "... It never dawned on Em that higher education would be available to them. But when Coach Leo Frank of the College of Puget Sound knocked on her door at Oakes Street and said Spike would be eligible for a scholarship if he would play football at the school, she encouraged him to adjust his work schedule and at least try. It was amazing because he had only played ball one "questionable" high school year. Hardly a recommendation! "
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