Ohio Bobcats Host Northwestern in Drive For National Title Push
Ohio University faces Northwestern at 3 p m in a key early-season matchup as the Bobcats seek national recognition. Jim Wallace is ineligible, while Wildcats seniors Bryan Ashbaugh and Willis Williams pose threats with strong scoring and rebounding. Tex Winter’s squad added frontcourt depth to bolster the visit and improve inside play.
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Bobcats Face Northwestern Test in Jim Snyder Era
Ohio coach Jim Snyder enters his 25th Ohio helm as the Bobcats seek a strong start against Northwestern. Key players include George Green, Walt Luckett, Denny Busch, Dave Ball, and Bill Brown who hit 24 points against Northwestern last season. Northwestern, led by Winter, aims to rebound from a 5-19 season while Ohio projects improvement.
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Second Shrine Bowl Set in Columbus Saturday
Pro scouts flock to Ohio Stadium to watch top college players in the second Ohio Shrine Bowl. West coach Fred Martinelli from Ashland College says pros seek these kids as the West and East tangle to even the series at one win each. Key West weapons include Phil Polak of Bowling Green and Bob Hunt of Heidelberg, while the East boasts Gerald Tinker of Kent State and Mac Thomas of Akron along with their speedy pass attack.
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Spartans Rally To Top Ohio In 29 12 Wrestling Victory
Michigan State defeated Ohio 29 12 at the Convocation Center as two Bobcats pins and a 4 0 MSU victory at 158 shifted momentum after an 11 0 deficit. Rick Green edged Steve Wolfe 4 0 while Russ Ranno battled hard for Ohio. Next, Ohio travels to Michigan.
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Recruiting irregularities draw calls for harsh penalties
Ohio University's Jim Snyder and Eldon Miller of Western Michigan say recruiting violations are widespread in the Mid-American Conference and call for life bans for coaches and severe penalties for players. They argue money is not the only factor, with publicity and exposure influencing decisions.
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Openers Prompt MAC Teams With Early Nonleague Tests
Ten Mid-American Conference squads begin nonconference play this Saturday facing national powers. Miami of Ohio visits Kentucky, Toledo faces South Carolina, Central Michigan tours Michigan State, Northern Illinois goes to Iowa, and Ohio U hosts Northwestern. Wabash at Ball State and others follow as Eastern Michigan Ball State and Northern Illinois remain ineligible for the conference race.
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No-no rule sparks debate over NCAA penalties
The discussion centers on NCAA sanctions for schools caught in violations and whether affected players should face life-altering penalties. Darrell Hedrick argues blame lies with outsiders, including alumni and businessmen, while Bob Nichols calls for coaches to expose violations rather than ignore them.
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Trimble Matmen Open Season With Fairfield Union Clash
Trimble wrestling kicks off its second season hosting Fairfield Union in a 1 p.m. showdown. A photo preview of the two top returnees accompanies the piece on page 6.
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Youth Basketball Leagues Open Week In Athens
Athens recreation department announces youth basketball leagues opening this week with grade group schedules at 8:30 9:30 and 10:30. For details contact league director Bill Gary at 592-2008 or the City Rec Department at 592-2423.
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Ohio punter Mike Green posts 41.5 season average
Mike Green of Ohio University finished the season with a 41.5 punting average and sits tied for 17th nationally. His older brother Dave Green was waived by the Houston Oilers.
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Athens eighth graders open season with home win over Gallipolis
Athens eighth grade basketball beat Gallipolis 26 21 at home to start the season. Alan Walton scored 12 points and Rob Topping added seven for Athens while Tom Wall led Gallipolis with 12 points.
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Bobcats Earn All Star Honors From MAC Coaches
Three soccer players from the Bobcats named to the MAC all star teams. Eric Winders was a unanimous pick with Sherm Lyle and Kim Bayless earning first team berths. Gary Kastner and John Felgemacher were selected to the second team.
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