Betty and Veronica Comics Digest Magazine #124

The soccer field becomes a comedy zone on this 2001 digest cover, where Veronica — wearing her "Lodge 16" jersey — hangs dramatically from the crossbar of a goal while shouting "Hands off, Betty!!", as a grinning Betty and a bemused referee look on, Betty coolly pointing out that soccer goalies are, in fact, allowed to use their hands. Stan Goldberg's pencils and Bob Smith's inks give the scene that warm, lively energy that made Archie digests such reliable fun. Packed with reprinted stories, including "Batter Up," this is a cheerful slice of Riverdale at its playful best.