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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1985
Page
11
As 1985 season nears, AP rankings show most top 20 programs still achieving major bowl appearances since 1970s scholarship limits. Iowa Florida Air Force and Army standouts cited for unique circumstances. Hayden Fry rebuilt Iowa after 17 straight non winning seasons prior to 1979.
John Brasier notes North Texas State era turning coaches like Fry and White reshaped the Big Ten and that service academies Air Force and Army surge in popularity. Florida and others face probation and recruitment questions as top teams remain unbeaten and title hopes hinge on final weeks.
Woodruff High forfeits two victories after the league ruled an ineligible player affected games against Clinton and Belton Honea Path. Coach Willie Varner remains at 299 wins and eyes No. 300 at Liberty, as Woodruff ends a 34 game win streak.
Atlanta Falcons, 0-6 and last in home attendance, do not expect a sellout for their home game against the New Orleans Saints. Through three home dates they average 40,143, about 5,100 fewer than the next team, the Houston Oilers, and last season’s sole sellout game did not boost expectations.
South Aiken Thouroughbreds, 23-5, 12-0 in conference, prepare for lower state showdown with Stall High at St. Andrews Parish Charleston. Freshman Amy Hunter moved to sixth serve. Coach Walsh cites improved chemistry and judgment after Lions Invitational. Senior leaders express confidence in a stronger, cohesive unit aiming for Final Four with top two teams advancing.
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