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Newspaper
Anderson Herald
Location
Anderson, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1972
Page
10
Madison Heights coach Phil Buck holds late practice after pep session as players brace for state finals week. He and assistant Jim Sutton stress readiness, while forecasts split on a Gary West showdown. The Pirates remain hungry, aiming for a state title despite tough talk.
The Anderson Launderers, led by Ford, add Purdue guard to their roster for the Midwest AAU Regional tournament at the Wigwam. The squad, previously boosted by Steve Welmer and Mike Cope, seeks revenge after two losses to Edinburg and Marion Hall. Games start Thursday at 7 p.m. with semifinals Sunday at 8. Tickets are available from local shops and team members.
Sarasota AP Richie Allen declined a 120,000 contract offer from the Chicago White Sox and requested a trade after meeting with Sox officials. The 30 year old slugger, known for controversy, left spring training in Sarasota en route to Philadelphia, where his mother resides. The White Sox had acquired Allen last December from the Dodgers in exchange for Tommy John and Steve Huntz, and General Manager Roland Holcomb defended the offer as fair while stating no trade was imminent. Allen cited dissatisfaction with being used as a late attraction in St Louis and Los Angeles.
Veteran coach Phil Buck guides Madison Heights into the final four to face Gary West at noon Saturday. Buck, 25 years coaching, seeks the ultimate win after a two decade career spanning high school and Indiana University links. He credits assistants Good and Sutton and emphasizes team unity as they aim to finish the job.
Veteran coach Phil Buck Wilkerson, noted for Flora to Madison Heights success, seeks one final state title with Madison Heights Pirates. His teams won 260 games, 169 losses, six seasons at Madison Heights 102-49, nine sectionals, two regionals, one semi state. A pair of wins at Bloomington could push toward a state championship as Bobby Wilkerson stars as late-season centerpiece.
Madison Heights Pirates brace for a busy week as they pursue their first state basketball title. Coach Buck praises Bobby Wilkerson for leadership and balance, with Wilkerson eyeing a championship after an emotionally charged semi state win. The team will travel by charter to Bloomington, receive a rally sendoff, and face a rugged Gary West in the finals.
Gary West Cougars, coached by Ivory Ike Brown in his first year, reached the Indiana state semifinals by defeating top-ranked Michigan City Elston in overtime. They face Anderson Madison Heights in Bloomington at Assembly Hall as they push for the final four with a 25-2 record and nine to ten key players ready to go.
The article lists multiple college and NBA scores with Bellhaven, Adams State, Stephen F. Austin, Augustana, and other teams. It notes Tommie Dennie and Clark as standout players, bench impact, and Brown's two hour daily practice routine keeping West the favorite to win the tourney.
PGA official Padgett Town Coaches speaker at Edgewood Country Club addresses the Anderson Downtown Coaches Club at noon. A former national Club Pro of the Year, Padgett brings wide PGA experience, with his son Don Padgett II a former Indiana University player. Serving begins at noon for the sixth of eight meetings this season.
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