Ohio State Takes No 1 Pole in AP Poll
Ohio State is ranked No 1 in the AP major college football poll after an unbeaten 9 0 season and a 50 14 win over Michigan. Woody Hayes praised the team while Ohio University sits 17th with a small gain in points. Southern California slips to No 2 before a Rose Bowl showdown with Notre Dame and USC.
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Hess To Speak At Loop Banquet In Athens
Ohio University Bobcats coach Bill Hess, unbeaten 10-0 MA C champion, will headline the South eastern Ohio Athletic League football banquet on December 5 in Athens. Don Eskey and Bob Handley earn top league honors as 22 players are named to the all league team with one honorary selection.
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Katie Hess Proud of Ohio U Team Like 1965
Katie Hess praises Ohio University football and coach Bill Hess as undefeated Bobcats prepare for the Tangerine Bowl after a 10 0 season. She recalls the 0 10 year harshly but remains supportive, noting family life at home and football talk with her husband. Harness racing hosts Billy Haughton and Stanley Dancer both earned over 1 million in purses in 1968.
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Woody Hayes Revered After 50-14 Ohio State Victory
The article lauds Woody Hayes as the nation’s top coach after Ohio State’s 50 14 win over Michigan. It highlights his humility public prayers and praise for team spirit fair play and dedication to God country and Ohio State.
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Ask Joe Wilman About Stance In Articl es
A reader from Oshkosh Wisconsin comments on stance in drawings for articles. The writer explains an upright stance as illustrated and notes that bending forward slightly is acceptable if comfortable. The focus is on arm swing length and speed to generate power.
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Bobcats Open Scrimmage With 86 51 Victory In Convocation Center
Ohio University showcase had White over Green 86 to 51 as Snyder evaluates guard depth and front court spots. Gerald McKee and Gary Wolf led scoring, while Groff and Love bolstered backcourt options. The coach eyes a Saturday opener against Ohio State.
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Error in Ohio University banquet report corrected
A typesetter's error in Monday's Messenger changed the opening sentence of the Ohio University football banquet story. The corrected line states that Cleveland Otis Bryant, the junior quarterback, was selected by teammates as most valuable player, rather than implying a great surprise.
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Bertelsen Wins 6 Mile NCAA Cross Title at 31 20
Mike Ryan of the Air Force Academy won the individual NCAA cross country crown beating Georgetown’s Steve Stager by 60 yards with Art Dulong third. Villanova captured the team title for the third straight year as Bob Bertelsen of Ohio University finished first overall with a 31 20 six mile time.
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O J Simpson Seen Likely Heisman Trophy Winner
Southern California star O J Simpson appears set to win the Heisman Trophy as college football's best player. He leads USC to nine straight wins with 1 654 rushing yards and 21 touchdowns, and could be unanimous favorite with Notre Dame looming.
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Four Buckeyes Picked For All Big Ten Squad
Ohio State stars led by co captain Dave Foley headline the AP All Big Ten selections with Foley Mayes Tatum and Provost on the first team Foley a unanimous Buckeye choice. Kern Otis Jankowski Whitfield Schmidlin Stier named to second team.
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City Loop Openers In Athens Recreation League
Competition begins Tuesday in the Athens City Recreation Basketball League. Games at The Plains school gymnasium feature two contests nightly at 7 p.m. and 8 15 p.m. Regular season runs through Jan 23 with a single elimination tournament afterward. Teams include Athens Masonry, Hawk's, Jaycees, CWA, ABEX, Woody's, People's Bank, Fritz Gulf, Green Meadows, and Tree Toppers.
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Three Games Open 1968-69 Cager Season In MOVC
Three area high school basketball contests are set Wednesday night to kick off the 1968-69 schedule. Alexander faces Southern in the Mid-Ohio Valley Conference opener, with Eastern at Southwestern and Jackson hosting Oak Hill. Six games rain in the Southeastern Ohio Athletic League slate this weekend.
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