Eastern Kyger Creek SVAC Picks by Tom Metters
A Messenger Staff Writer notes five of six SVAC schools have new head coaches this year while Eastern and Kyger Creek may again contest the title after last season. Eastern swept through the league in the previous campaign.
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Local grid squads prep for 1971 season title chase
Eastern led by new coach Roger Kirkhart and Kyger Creek under Dick Adams seek SWAC glory as 1970 league runners up. Athens native Adams returns to Miami U pedigree while Kyger Creek relies on 15 returning lettermen. Southern and North Gallia also promote new head coaches with mixed rosters as Hannan Trace and Southwestern rebuild for the coming year.
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Exhibition Games Can't Be Given Up
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Bobcats Adjust For Injuries And Heat Ahead Of Scrimmage
Ohio University grapples with injuries and heat as two days of 80 degree plus practices prompt coach Bill Hess to shorten sessions. Don Caldwell shifts to right tackle. Steve Kappes to center. Mike Lemon to cover Harcourt. Beams nursed knee. Caldwell to bolster kicking duties if needed.
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Howe Nears Decision on Retirement from NHL
Gordie Howe indicates a retirement decision will be announced at a Thursday news conference after saying he has made his choice. The 43 year old forward for the Detroit Red Wings has scored 786 goals in his career and cites lingering injuries as a factor. Meanwhile Phil Esposito signs a four year contract with the Boston Bruins worth about 400000, with terms undisclosed. Howe has previously said hockey is no longer fun for him.
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Big Enrollment Ahead for California State Colleges
More than a quarter of a million students expected to enroll in 19 California state colleges this fall. The projection highlights growing demand across the system and sets the stage for campus staffing and course offerings to meet the influx.
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