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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 14, 1966

Page

11

Snyder Tops Xavier With Four TDs In Bobkittens Rally

Ohio University freshmen rout Xavier 67 to 0 at Peden Stadium as Todd Snyder catches four touchdown passes from Cleve Bryant and totals 31 points. Bryant adds two TD passes and runs for a score. Ed Dutkevitch returns a punt for 55 yards. Ohio finishes with 602 yards total offense to Xavier’s 46.

Athens Todd Snyder Ohio Cleve Bryant Todd Xavier Bryant Snyder Canton Glenwood Kittens Mike VanDe Ginste Bryant-Snyder Bill Stubbs Muskie Ed Dutkevitch Dunsmore Dutkevitch Jim Lawton Bobbittens West Virginia van DeGinste Mosby Lawton Pats

Xavier Frosh Help Shape Ohio State Readiness For Miami

Ohio University freshmen led by Cleve Bryant tested Xavier foe strength as coach Hess prepares for Miami clash. Xavier’s Dan Abramowicz and star Williams loom large while Hess mixes Houmard Lyons and Brown in backfield. The Muskies seek to break a three-game skid against Xavier with an 8 p.m. kickoff broadcast on WOUB.

Ohio University Cleve Bryant Xavier Bryant Carroll Williams Todd Snyder Dan Abramowicz Houmard Wash Lyons Bob Brown al Bogan John DeWalt Hess Miami

Royals Open With Pistons

The Cincinnati Royals led by Oscar Robertson and Jerry Lucas open the 1966-67 NBA season against the Detroit Pistons in Cincinnati. Despite their star duo, the Royals are expected to finish third in the Eastern Division behind Boston and Philadelphia. Robertson will reach a career milestone with his first two points, totaling 14.

Cincinnati Cincinnati Royals Oscar Robertson Jerry Lucas Detroit Pistons Robertson Lucas NBA Royals Boston Phila

Ohio University fades in wake of 0-10 season chatter

Kent State coach Leo Strang jokes about losing as the Redskins thrash Kent 7-0 after a rough week. Quotes from the Kent State SID Paul Schlemmer highlight a season of near-misses and a humorous take on the team’s struggles.

Kent State Sports Information Office Paul Schlemmer Leo Strang Miami Redskins Kent Buffalo Ohio Strang

NBA practice starts Saturday for NCAA colleges

The message notes basketball practice begins Saturday for colleges under the NCAA including Ohio and the Mid American Conference. High schools not playing football may start cage workouts October 1 in Ohio, with readable mentions of Ames Bern, Carthage Troy, Laurelville, Rome Canaan and Starr Washington in The Messenger area.

National Collegiate Athletic Association Ohio Messenger Ames-Bern Carthage-Troy Laurelville Rome- Canaan Starr - Washington

Russell Rupp Hospitalized After Severe Heart Attack

Former Athens High School principal and area coach Russell Rupp lies in St Luke's Hospital Cleveland after a severe heart attack. Friends in the area are urged to send cards and well wishes.

Russell Rupp Athens High School St. Luke’s Hospital Cleveland

Pete Rose Visits Athens for Ohio Xavier Freshman Game

Pete Rose dropped by Athens on Thursday with the father of Ohio freshman football player Mike Schoot to watch the Ohio Xavier freshman football clash. Rose said he was surprised by the series result but not by his former teammate Frankie Robinson, calling him one of the finest he has played with. He plans a quiet off season watching football, attending banquets and playing on two basketball teams.

Pete Rose Athens Mike Schoot Ohio Pete Frankie Robinson Rose Cincinnati Reds

Plains stand tall as Stalder leads Rutland test

The Plains Indians host Rutland at Chauncey Stadium with Ben Stalder, the area's top scorer with 52 points, leading a versatile backfield. The 140-pound sophomores Jeff Linscott Vern Zeger and others pace a potent offense while coach Gerald Inbody touts a strong summer program and a young, coachable squad.

Rutland Ben Stalder the Plains Gerry Inbody Stalder George Lovell Plains Athens High Bulldog The Plains Gridders Chauncey Stadium Indians Gerald Inbody Inbody Charley Smith Jeff Linscott Linscott Vern Zeger Zeger Jerry Lee Virgil Thompson

Schedule Friday matches across Athens to Pomeroy cities

Friday schedule lists areAthens vs Jackson Nelsonville vs Gallipolis Logan vs Wellston Pomeroy vs Middleport MOVO Fastern vs Vinton County Racine vs Wahama and Fairfield vs Chauncey Giouster vs North Gallia Miller vs Fort Five Montgomery vs Point Pleasant Saturday Rutland versus The Plains at Chauncey Athens Reserves at York.

Athens Jackson Nelsonville Gallipolis Logan Wellston Pomeroy Middleport Movo Fastern Vinton County Racine Wahama Fairfield Boys Chauncey

Buckeyes Host No 1 Michigan State In Tough Test

Ohio State aims to upset top ranked Michigan State at home after two straight losses. Coach Woody Hayes seeks a miracle performance from the Buckeyes to halt Duffy Daugherty led Spartans who boast stingy defense and speedy backs. A 32 7 defeat last year fuels the likely high stakes in Ohio Stadium.

Columbus Ohio Ohio State Michigan State Woody Hayes Buckeyes Buckeye Hayes Duffy Daugherty Spartans Bucks

Ohio University cage team eyes 1966 67 season start

Ohio University basketball drills begin Monday under coach Jim Snyder in his 18th year. The Bobcats prepare for an early home opener vs Ohio Wesleyan on December 1 while adjusting to roster changes and new contributors.

NCAA Ohio University Jim Snyder Ohio Wesleyan Northwestern Purdue Grover Center Indiana Minnesota Michigan Ohio U

Ask Joe Wilman Bowlers Urged to Master Control

In this column Joe Wilman emphasizes that speed alone does not win bowling games. He praises Dick Weber for his control, notes excessive speed hurts pin action, and advises bowlers to maintain manageable backswing height. Readers can win a free Joe Wilman Timer by sending questions for expert advice.

Dick Weber Joe Wilman Dept. A Joe

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