New OHSAA Leader George Bates Takes Top Post
George Bates becomes Ohio High School Athletic Association commissioner on Sept 1 succeeding Dr. Harold Meyer. Bates, a Steubenville native and Ohio University graduate, has served as assistant and associate commissioner and emphasizes financing as schools face revenue shortfalls. He notes football revenue supports many programs and discusses eligibility issues and hosting tournaments.
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Time runs out on Courageous in America's Cup race
Ted Turner captain of Courageous watched time expire on the 52 hour limit as Australia led by Noel Robins staved off a Newport finish. Turner's crew pressed from 550 yards out with wind fading to three knots and officials halted the contest. Alan Bond of Australia welcomed the time limit as a true test of the format.
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Putt Masters Lead U S Victory in Ryder Cup Opener
On the Lytham St Annes course Neal Coles and Peter Dawson fell to Dave Stockton and Jerry McGee as Stockton holed 30 and 40 foot putts. Nicklaus and Watson also starred with long-range putts while Faldo and Oosterhuis defeated Floyd and Graham. Finsterwald praised the Americans as Huggett lamented luck hindered the British effort.
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Tony Jacklin
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Ed Sneed
Don January
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Bobcats face Purdue with fresh QB Herrmann
Ohio University prepares to meet Purdue at 2 30 p m led by freshman QB Mark Herrmann named UPI Midwest Back of the Week. The Bobcats also face injuries with end Steve Groves out and several starters doubtful leaving Jeff Kelch and Buddy Mohler likely to start in the secondary and quarterback Andy Vetter nursing an illness with Mike Scimeca stepping in as backup.
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Athens Messenger Sports Preview Notes Purdue Challenge
The Athens Messenger reports on potential first varsity start for a player and a comeback by tackle Ted Librizzi to join the starting lineup. Purdue presents headaches with fullback John Skibinski who rushed for 871 yards last season and middle guard Roger Rowe noted for enforcement. Rowe, a four year starter, delivered solid hits against Michigan State runners.
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Turf Invention Is Aid to Mother Nature
Purdue's facilities chief Mel Robey created Prescription Athletic Turf to replace grass with a cost effective durable field. DURA-TURF uses a dual nylon mesh to stabilize roots and blades, enabling fast field readiness after rain.
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Kingman Returns to New York in Yankees Waiver Deal
The New York Yankees acquired outfielder Dave Kingman on waivers from the California Angels. The Angels had just nine days earlier acquired Kingman from the San Diego Padres.
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