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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1986
Page
7
Mark Breland returned to South Carolina and delivered a clear knockout to celebrate his boxing homecoming. North Augusta High School moved standout junior varsity Scott Dorsey to the varsity level seeking more offense.
At 6 p.m. Silver Bluff travels to South Aiken for volleyball. At 7 p.m. Hunter Kinard Tylar meets Williston Elko in junior varsity football. Also at 7 p.m. Aiken hosts Silver Bluff in JV football. Lexington visits North Augusta for JV football. Ridge Spring Monetta plays South Aiken in JV football.
At 8 p.m. the college football telecast features Murray State visiting Akron on SPN. The matchup highlights a late-season key game likely to affect standings and conference implications.
Jerry Smith, former Redskins end who disclosed AIDS in 1985, died at Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring at 8 10 p.m. Wednesday. Administrative coordinator Shirly Altoft confirmed the time and said hospital plans a news conference. Smith, 43, revealed his illness in August and discussed his infection circumstances.
Winds stronger than 30 knots forced the postponement of Thursday’s showdown between Dennis Conner’s Stars & Stripes and New Zealand in the elimination series to pick a challenger. Five other races were also delayed.
Bobby Grich announced his retirement after the Angels were eliminated by Boston 8-1 in Game 7. The 37 year old former star said pin through and noted his contract had expired with California not yet announcing his future status. Grich ended his career with a .266 average, 224 home runs and 864 RBIs.
A high voltage showdown looms as Boston and New York renew in Fenway after dramatic playoff comebacks. Roger Clemens eyes the likely clash, while Tom Seaver hints at emotional energy for Shea Stadium opener. The Mets rallied from a 3-0 ninth inning deficit to beat Houston 7-6 in 16 innings.
Midland Valley High School football coach Reed Charpin says the Mustangs gained confidence after a 22-20 Homecoming win over Oran geburg-Wilkinson. The team now hosts Airport, a previously strong playoff foe, as they try to turn their season around with a stronger offense and solid defense. Airport sits at 2-4 overall, 2-1 in region, and aims to rebound. South Africa, the Thoroughbreds, face C.A. Johnson after two wins but seek a cleaner offensive performance.
Lynn Giard, 17, Aiken High senior and Hor nettes captain, stars in volleyball and basketball while guarding a part time job at Baskin Robbins. Her coach praises her versatility and game sense as Hor nettes eye the Lower State title at St Andrews on Oct 25.
Columbia Aiken Hor nettes fall to Keenan 15-9 9-15 15-12 to tie A C Flora for the Conference 5-AAA regular season lead. A playoff at a neutral site will decide the champion with both teams earning Lower State Championships bids to Oct 25 in Charleston.
Wagener-Salley turned a late OT miscue by Blackville-Hilda into a 38-32 triumph after two overtimes. Alfred Johnson scored twice, Courtney Brown connected on a first quarter pass, and Timmy Johnson mishandled a snap on an extra point attempt that helped set the stage for the War Eagles bid. Blackville-Hilda's Terry Brown piled up 214 yards on 24 carries before the OT miscues sealed the game.
Wagener Salley fights to secure a playoff berth as coach Robbie Randall fuels belief on a team that has stunned rivals. Critics question Gilbert’s dominance while Wagener Salley eyes a revenge game at Pelion and a clash with Gilbert next week.
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