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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 12, 1971

Page

10

Cats Vs. Cats In Final Ohio Home Contest

Ohio Universitys home finale features Cincinnati Bearcats visiting Peden Stadium for Dads Weekend. Seniors including Bob Allen and Dave Harcourt lead Ohio against Cincinnatis rushing attack led by Mel Riggins and Al Johnson. Cincinnati holds top pass defense while Ohio relies on Juenger and Allen in a high stakes MAC clash.

Cats Ohio Athens Peden Stadium Logan Chuck Kemper Mike Crish Mark Jones Scot Morrison Mike Crimmins Don Dempsey Steve Hodgson Bill Kaydo Joe Stattmiller Mike Williamson Mike Wojczuk Bobcats Bearcats Cincinnati Steve Cowan Cincy Mel Riggins Riggins al Johnson Dick James Mammoth Reggie Harrison James Harrison Johnson Zeke Morden Dave Lew GF Scss Tom Forrest Craig Smith Psccendesrcesveesun John Mack SG Peer Eee Ken Weingart ST Oro Bob Menke Savevestieves Charles Stovall LE Sesseevsessess Craig Heneveld Ron Bryant Randy McBride Weersessedesee Mike Hilliard Billy Hunter Line Juenger Allen Bobcat Tulane Fields Mike West Scott Robinson Rosar Larry Knorr Green Wave LeVeck Bob Allen Sctdivivevicensions Don Caldwell Ed Bestvina LG Eee Dave Juenger Popp John Roush Bill Gary Beeed Beveddeess Tae Jim Kozlowski Ohio Defense Larry Fields al Vavca Bienc Deeiesics Dave Bruney SLB MG Pee Jock Lovock Pete Rosar WE Cedbdsaudenssses Fred. Benson CAT Svicsed

Unitas Won’t Back Down From Backup Role

Baltimore quarterback John Unitas, hailed as football’s greatest, says he wants to play but will not criticize coach Don McCafferty for keeping Earl Morrall as starter. He downplays any friction, notes his comeback from Achilles tendon surgery, and says he remains ready and patient while delivering limited, clock-management action in games. He has completed 22 of 50 passes for 188 yards with four interceptions and no TDs in his limited action.

Benton Cincy Charley Stovall Don Caldwell Randy McBride Bobcats Bill Gary Jim Kozlowski Gary Baltimore John Unitas Unitas Don McCafferty Earl Morrall Colts Earl Mac McCafferty Uniitas Cleveland Minnesota

Cornhuskers Face Kansas St Squad

Undefeated Nebraska 9 0 heads for a Thanksgiving Day showdown with Oklahoma as Kansas State shifts to a pro style aerial attack led by Dennis Morrison. Morrison has improved to 67 completions in 124 passes for 864 yards and two wins, facing Nebraska’s stiff pass rush and league leading defense.

Associated Press Nebraska Oklahoma Kansas State Cornhuskers Dennis Morrison Morrison Vince Gibson

Turkey School Slated Turkey Shoot at Maller High School

A turkey shoot hosted by the Southern Local Athletic Boosters Association and Corning Merchants softball team will take place at Maller High School between Corning and Shawnee on State Route 155. Events start at noon featuring .22 rifles, shotguns in multiple gauges, pattern and center-shooting for 12 gauge, with shells and free coffee provided.

Southern Local Athletic Boosters Association Corning Merchants Maller High School Corning Shawnee

Region rankings show Ironton tied for top in Region 7 football ratings

Ironton remains among leaders but slips to second behind Steubenville Central Catholic in Region 7 Class AA. Meigs County also appears in the top 10. overall region tallies list numerous area schools with shifts from last week across Class AAA AA and A divisions.

Ironton Tigers Steubenville Central Catholic Ohio High School Athletic Association Astern Meigs County The Eagles Meigs Athens Logan Jackson Gallipolis Warren Local Belpre Nelsonville- York Federal-Hocking Wellston Vinton County Eastern Alexander Miller Kgger Creek North Gallia Glouster Southern Southwestern Hannan -Trace Parmay Upper Arlington Akron Greenfield Troy Cleveland Holy Name Cardinal Stritch Stubenville Central Catholic Dayton Jefferson Lorain Catholic Marion Pleasant Crooksville Middletown Fenwick

NHL East and West Standings and Thursday Results

The NHL East and West divisions show team records and goals for and against. Philadelphia beat Vancouver 4 3 while Boston defeated California 5 2 and Los Angeles beat Buffalo 4 2.

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Hockey Loop Registration Scheduled for Athens Youth

Athens Minor Hockey announces registration for two age groups this Saturday at Bird Arena and two more groups next Thursday. Nine and ten year olds register at 8 am while eleven and twelve year olds at 9 am. Thirteen to fourteen year olds meet at 7 pm and fifteen to eighteen year olds at 8 pm. Fee is five dollars. Contact John Cornwell at 594 5522 or 593 6474 or City Recreation Office at 592 2423.

Athens Bird Arena John Cornwell

Maplewood Extends Unbeaten Handoff In 5-0 Flag League

Maplewood remains in first place with a 5-0 record after a 30-0 win over Lions. Two Saturday games were postponed due to Ohio University events and will be played Sunday alongside VFW versus Maplewood at 12 30 p.m Riggle versus Woodys at 2 p.m and Lions versus Stroh s at 3 30 p.m.

Maplewood Lions Woody's Stroh’s Dad Ohio University Ek Maplewood Woody's Pee Epurcs Stroh Cri Lions Sescee Reeves VFW Woody

Bears and Bills Predicted To Win Thanksgiving Showdowns

AP sports writer notes Chicago over Washington 21 17 with Charley Taylor out and Jerry Smith sidelined. Bills favored 17 14 at New England, while other NFL picks include Detroit 31 21 over Los Angeles and Kansas City 28 14 over Cleveland.

Associated Press NEW York Chicago Washington Buffalo Bills New England Patriots Bears George Allen Philadelphia Bills Patriots Redskins Charley Taylor Jerry Smith Detroit Los Angeles Lions Rams Baltimore Kansas City Cleveland Chiefs New York Jets Browns Mike Phipps Miami Pittsburgh Dolphins Jim

Dads Weekend Hockey and Swim Shows At Ohio Campus

The schedule lists hockey games Friday at 7 30 p m Ohio vs Kent State at Bird Ice Arena with $2 admission. A 8 p m swim show The Wettest Show On Earth costs 1 advance or 1 50 at door. Saturday features Ohio vs Cincinnati football at Peden Stadium 1 30 p m and Kent State hockey at 7 30 p m with $2 admission. A second swim show Earth at 8 p m costs 1 advance or 1 50 at door.

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Pro Cage Results Summary Card

Boston faces Seattle and Milwaukee meets Buffalo while Los Angeles hosts Portland. Cleveland visits Phoenix and Philadelphia plays Milwaukee at Madison. Houston travels to Milwaukee and Detroit plays Philadelphia with Golden State at Atlanta. Seattle visits Los Angeles and Boston hosts Phoenix. Cleveland plays Portland and Philadelphia faces Baltimore. Golden State meets Cincinnati with Detroit at New York and Houston at Chicago.

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Two Pirates Undergo Surgery

PITTSBURGH (UP) Slugger Willie Stargell of the Pirates was to have surgery to remove a cartilage from his left knee. Shortstop Gene Alley had a similar operation last week and is expected to be released Sunday or Monday. Both will use crutches for about three weeks and begin rehabilitation.

Pittsburgh Willie Stargell Pittsburgh Pirates Presbyterian University Hospital Gene Alley Stargell Alley

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