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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1973

Page

12

Eastern Michigan to challenge 'Cats in tough nonleague test

Tyson leads the Eagles into battle against Ohio University as Eastern Michigan boasts an improved Huron lineup. Bobcats coach George Klein calls EMU the hardest foe yet, noting Tyson’s 20-point game pace and 40 minutes of effort. Last year Tyson scored 35 points in Bobcats’ defeat.

Messenger Dan Dry Bobcats Gary Tyson Congo Ohio Hurons Cats Eastern Michigan Eastern Michigan Press Tyson Bobcat George Klein Northwestern Washtenaw Community College Talmadge Bell Jim Snyder

Huron Guards Threaten Bobcats In Saturday Showdown

Athens Messenger notes Tyson and John Foreman as quick defenders for the Hurons while Ohio’s Walter Luckett leads the Buckeyes against Jim Snyder’s improved Bobcats. New forwards Larry Walls and Talmadge Bell bolster the Huron lineup as Snyder jokes about a steak dinner if he can slow Tyson.

Tyson John Foreman John Stover Hurons USC Ohio Walter Luckett Luckett Jim Snyder Snyder Coach Snyder

Baseball Moves Dominate Winter Meetings In Houston

Jimmy Wynn moved to Los Angeles and Claude Osteen to Houston as part of major trades. Denny Doyle heads to California and San Diego’s franchise eyes Washington, D C amid a looming antitrust suit. San Diego’s move dominates, while Wynn Osteen trade and other deals unfold.

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Gophers Grapplers Seek Better Showing in Quad Meet

Ohio University coach Harry Houska aims for strong early competition as the Bobcats travel to Bloomington to face Indiana Wisconsin and Alabama after losses to Michigan and Michigan State. Wisconsin anchors with two Big Ten champs Rich Lawinger and Ed Watch. Alabama and Indiana bring seasoned lineups.

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Connors Goes Pro With Baltimore WTT Team

Jim Connors of Belleville Illinois signs a letter of intent to play for the Baltimore Banners in the World Team Tennis league. The 21 year old, winner of the Pro Championship and Pacific Southwest this year, said to be certain to sign. Nastase also offered a contract with the New York Sets as talks continue.

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Mid-Am Cage State Pits Ball St and Western Michigan

Ball State and Western Michigan clash in a likely top MAC nonconference thriller. Western Michigan won 94-86 in triple overtime last season, both teams sit at 2-0 early, and Ball State does not count the game in MAC standings. Kentucky-style?

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MAC Coaches Approve DH and Aluminum Bats for 1974

MAC coaches met in Columbus and approved designated hitter and aluminum bats for 1974, rejected limited substitution, replaced weekend schedule with consecutive doubleheaders, and moved signing date for letters of intent from April 4 to April 17. Ohio University coach Jerry France viewed the changes cautiously, noting benefits and potential drawbacks for pitching depth and travel, while a conference bullpen cost cut was proposed.

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Icers Need Support From Town teeple Shines in Net for Ohio

Ohio goalie Brian Teeple, 24, carries a 5.67 GAA in three games and shares duties with Fred Cairns. Born in Mississauga, he started playing at five and helped by testing masks for manufacturers. He urges town backing for the Saturday game at Bird Arena, 7:15 p.m., tickets at the door.

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