Fearless Forecasters tie for first after perfect week
Lewis Holmes III and Don Ratcliffe share the lead after Holmes went 19-0 in week one. Wardlaw was denied a flawless week due to a game that wasn't played, possibly avoiding a loss.
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1989
Page
8
Lewis Holmes III and Don Ratcliffe share the lead after Holmes went 19-0 in week one. Wardlaw was denied a flawless week due to a game that wasn't played, possibly avoiding a loss.
Statistician Gerald Doolittle of Wardlaw Academy releases his yearly high school football power ratings for South Carolina. He bases scores on prior years records combined with current season performance.
Berry and Randall said the team is progressing well as Wagener and Blackville prepare this week. Key injuries include Blackville tailback Thomas Daniels listed doubtful with a knee issue and Wagener-Salley fullback Larry Lashley hampered by bruised hands, though expected to play.
South Aiken hosts Dreher at Hagood Stadium in a crucial Region 4AAA game. The Thoroughbreds must win to stay in contention after a 12 7 loss to Strom Thurmond. Dreher also sits at 2 3 with losses to Camden and Lower Richland.
Waynesburg and Fordham opened the 1939 football season with the first televised game. Few owned TVs, W2XBS carried the broadcast, and viewers watched near the World’s Fair. Now, 50 years later, players recognize their place in sports history and the medium’s growth.
Tennessee coach Johnny Majors credits a midseason coaching reshuffle and strengthened defense for a dramatic turn from 0-6 start to eight straight victories. The Vols, riding momentum after beating Memphis State 38-25, face fourth-ranked Auburn with renewed discipline and grit.
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