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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 04, 1970

Page

32

Tennessee Promotes Aide To Head Coach Role

Tennessee elevates longtime assistant John Majors to head football coach after Dow Dickey resigns to lead the Florida program. Majors, 28, becomes one of the nation’s youngest major college football head coaches, with Doug Knits as defensive coach and Jimmy Dune the offensive coach. Dune and Majors were among top candidates, but Dune chose Florida with Dickey.

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Colangelo takes Suns coaching reins after Kerr resignation

Phoenix Suns appoint Jer ry Colangelo as interim coach amid Johnny Kerr departure. Colangelo, 24, says he aims to keep Suns competitive while Kerr remains with the organization as chief scout. The Suns beat San Diego in Colangelo’s debut, 120 to 12, after Kerr’s resignation.

Phoenix Ariz Jerry Colangelo Phoenix Suns National Basketball Association Suns San Diegos Johnny Kerr Colangelo Meyer Uni Linois Jchief Chicago Bulls Kerr Bulls Chicago John

Ohio sectional tourney sites set for 1969 70 basketball

Ohio high school athletic association announces two sectional district venues for 1969 70. sectional sites include Ohio University for Class A winners and Chillicothe High for six Class A winners. Class AA sectional at Alexander High School retains eight schools Athens Meigs Marietta Belpre Logan Warren LaVal New Lexington Nelsonville York. Oak Hill moves to Class A. Rio Grande and Gallipolis host new sites in 4A and 6 teams. Other venues include Piketon Portsmouth and Stanton with listed participating teams.

Chillicothe High School Gallia County Quir Hill High School Paul J H. Lyne Rio, Grande College Galhis Academy Higa Sehuu Galipols Alexander High School Athens Meigs Marjetts Belpre Logan Warren Laval New Lexington Nelsonville-York Soutwestern Oak Ai Tiallpolis Jackson Wellston Vintin County South Point Rock Hill Oak Hil Valley Local High School Lucasville Ports Rio Grande Fia Grange Gallipolis Gallipoli Southwestern Kyger Creek Southern Eastern North Gallia Alexander Richmond Dale Southeastern Hannan Trace Oak Hill Wes Chillcothe Piketon High School Portsmouth High

Bobcats Open MAC Season With Road Losses

A garbled report notes Bobcats confusion after a MAC opener, with Truitt reflecting on lack of practice over vacation and a tough first period. Olin praised a strong second half as Kent prepared to host Miami and St Bonaventure, while Dowling and Green awaited next games.

Truitt Olin Kent Mimi Wediesay St. Bonaventure

Ironton Wins In Overtime Against Gallipolis

In a Southeastern Ohio League game, Ironton defeated Gallipolis 47 to 42 in overtime. Charlie Kitchen scored 18 for Ironton to surpass Gallipolis after a late forced miss, with Jack Matthews leading Gallipolis scoring and Dick Moore keying Ironton’s late surge. Gallipolis shot 34 percent, Ironton 39.5 percent, and Ironton pulled ahead 47 42 in overtime before a controversial finish ended the game.

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Jackson Tops Winless Buckeyes 78-44 in SECAL Clash

Jackson snapped a six game winless skid with a 78 to 44 victory over Nelsonville York in SECAL play. Mike Rouse led the Ironmen with 12 points while Terry Osborne added 18. Nelsonville York struggled from the field and at the charity stripe, hurt by rebounding margins. Jackson hosts Lon ton Friday then Wellston. Nelsonville York welcomes Logan and visits Ironton Saturday.

Tiger's Blue Devils Lrontan Prose Ferguson Gallipolis Moore Tronten Ight Blue Byp Saus Athens Wellston Thes Ironton Jackson Nelsonville- York Nelsonville-York Terry Osborne Stu Brooks Bill Lower Bucks Ironmen Joan Vale Frid Lonton Wall New York Knicks Willis Reed Milwaukee Bucks Lew Alcindor Milwaukee Alcindor Kucks Knicks

Wahama's Howard Is All-State

Wahama's Tim Howard earned first team Class AA all state honors as quarterback. Teammates Steve Halstead and Gary Clark received honorable mention. Point Pleasant had no first three team selections though Pett McDeright Rob Painter Greg Clayton Mike Sterns and Dwaine Greer earned honorable mention.

Wahama Point Big Blacks Pett McDerightt Rob Painter Greg Clayton Mike, Sterns Dwaine Greer

Top Ranked Wildcats Stay Unbeaten with Mississippi Win

Kentucky, the nation's No 1 team, overcame a halftime deficit to beat Mississippi 91 3 then pulled away late. Dan Issle led with 21 points and 15 rebounds as Kentucky remained undefeated in nine games.

Lexington, Ry Kentucky Mississippi Wildcats Dan Isse

Ohio University 7 State 52 Michigan State 5

Fragmented sports notes reference multiple college teams with scores and players mentioned in unclear order. Notable names include Rutgers Warrington and Akron, with scattered references to Indiana and Wisconsin. Overall, the text resembles a chaotic score brief with uncertain attributions.

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Patriot Basters Edge Southwestern in SVAC Clash

Patriot Basters strengthened their Southern Valley Athletic Conference lead with an 85 33 victory over Southwestern on Saturday night. Bob Ritchie led with 26 points, Dave Smith added 15, and Dennis Eichinger 13 as the Eagles stayed unbeaten in seven SVAC games and won their seventh of eight starts.

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Schembechler to Return Soon After Mild Heart Attack

Pasadena reports Bo Schembechler suffered a mild heart attack. Doctors indicate after two weeks of rest at St Luke's Hospital he should be able to return home and resume duties with Michigan football.

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