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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1969

Page

21

Bowling Green Capture Narrow MAC Victory Over Ohio

Bowling Green, led by Jim Connally with a last second 3 from 30 feet, defeated Ohio 75 to 74 before 7,812 at the Convocation Center. Connally, originally not the intended shooter, buried the decisive shot as BG broke a 74-74 tie with seconds left. Bob Conbaas praised the win on the road, while Ohio’s John Catine and Stevie Battle contributed late in a tight MAC opener. BG improves to 3-6 in conference play. Ohio drops to 1-1 in MAC play.

Rowland Comudun Bob Conbear Connally Ohio Richard Walker Conbaas Dean Snyder John Catune Snyder Stevie Battlet Snyders Secon Bowling Green Sophoomore Craig Love John Heft Love Falcons Rmsky Falcons Detroit Canine McKee Chio Rodger

Miami Upsets Toledo With Late Free Throws

Miami defeats Toledo 77 to 73 in the MAC clash at Oxford. Mike Wren sank two clutch free throws, and Frank Lucas added points after returning from injury as the RedHawks held on. Toledo shot better from the field but Miami drew 19 of 24 from the line, breaking a four-game Toledo win streak. Rudrey led Toledo with 26 points while Williams paced Miami with 21 as Miami improved to 5-1 in the MAC.

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Bobcat Mermen Win Two Dual Meets at Home

Civio University swimming team improved to 5-1 after defeating Western Michigan 69-44 and Marshall 93-15. Ned Steele led with a 50 yard freestyle win, Tom Korbirska took the 200 yard individual medley, Tony Gass won the one meter dive, Dave Solomon claimed the 200 yard butterfly, and Nick Douglas finished strong in the 200 yard breaststroke. The Bobcats dominated nine of 13 events, opening with the first seven wins.

Civio University Western Michigan Marshall Bobcat Western Cluo Ned Steele Tom Korbierska Tony Gass Dave Solomon Nick Douglas Bobcats Eastern Michigan Hurons Phe Hornig Honual Mestey Korth Gabe Jackson Billman Thine Meier Gaus Oy Roginser Breourala Dougigse Schrver Molly Hucley

Penn State Workhorse Leads North To Victory

Bob Campbell of Penn State powered the North to a 27-16 Senior Bowl win over the South at Ladd Stadium. Campbell built the early lead with a 2 yard TD, while Ken Juskowich added field goals to extend the margin. The South rallied behind Edd Hargett and Donnie Sutton, but Campbell was named the game's most valuable back as 42,000 fans in cold wind watched.

Rex Thomas Associated Press Mobile Ala Bob Campbell Ball Cartier Penn State Campbell Yankees Rebels Warren Bankston Speci Alist Ken Juskowich West Virginia Justkowich Ron Pritchard Arizona State Bankston Tulane Ladd Stadium Edd Hargett Arkansas Donnie Sutton Alabama Bobby Douglass Kansas Kenny Winyard Texas Tech Tommy Maxwell Texas A&m

Ohio Frosh Fourth Victory Led by Howell's 38

Ohio University freshmen beat National Cash Register of Dayton 79 to 48 at the Convocation Center. Howell scored 38 to pace Ohio, with Rumpke adding 11 and Jones 8. NCR led 37-37 at halftime before Ohio pulled away in the second half. Ohio connected on 39.7% from the floor and 80.8% free throws. NCR shot 40% and 70.6% from the line. Howell grabbed 13 rebounds and Howell also had 14 of 30 from the field. Next action is Wednesday at Miami University in Oxford.

Bos Howell Ohio University Bob"kittens National Cash Register of Dayton Convocation Center Ohio NCR Jones Benny McFarland Roger Combs Cage Oxford Miami Redjskins National Cash Register Dons McFarnd Comb

Lombardi Considered Baseball Commissioner Hope

Atlanta report cites Hank Aaron who says Vince Lombardi could accept the Baseball Commissioner's job if given influence. The Atlanta Journal quotes Lombardi calling the tale interesting as he once helped the Braves in Milwaukee and is known for building Green Bay’s football dynasty.

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