CHAPTER TEN That evening at the Lake South Hotel another plan of action was being discussed. Pros owner Chuck Morgan had flown into town from Los Angeles, having suspended his business activities as board chairman of a gigantic supermarket chain. He was there to personally supervise the plot to oust Hank Collins as head coach. Morgan's council of war included Hank's arch-enemy, Los Angeles newspaper reporter John Jackson and club publicist Jerry Thomas. Also present was the highly ambitious assistant coach, Jess Henderson. Main difficulty facing the group was the popularity of Coach Hank Collins-both with the Los Angeles Fans and players alike. "We can't tie the sack to the big oaf just now," declared Monroe, his skinny arms flailing the air awkwardly, emphatically. "What complicate

